BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//North Pennines National Landscape - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://northpennines.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for North Pennines National Landscape REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20260423T115643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T115754Z UID:10002304-1773234000-1773244800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. There are also extra drop in sessions on 11 March\, 15 April\, 13 may and 10 June. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email harry@northpennines.org.uk. \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3-3-2-2-7/2026-03-11/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20260106T135341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T135341Z UID:10002127-1773234000-1773244800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. There are also extra drop in sessions on 11 March\, 15 April\, 13 may and 10 June. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email william@northpennines.org.uk. \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3-3-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20260106T134118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T135116Z UID:10002089-1772024400-1772035200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. There are also extra drop in sessions on 11 March\, 15 April\, 13 may and 10 June. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email william@northpennines.org.uk. \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3-3-2-2/2026-02-25/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20251217T112145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T161130Z UID:10001885-1771927200-1771936200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Garden club - volunteer opportunity DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to help look after ‘Helen’s Garden’ at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, and the raised beds and planters alongside the Centre on the last Tuesday of each month\, 10am to 12.30pm. \nGeneral maintenance including weeding\, dead heading\, cutting back and planting. Watering the gardens when required. Tidying\, sweeping the surfaced area around the Centre and painting garden benches. Hedge trimming and maintaining the willow arch in the car park. \nUsually work for two to two and a half hours and finish with refreshments which are provided. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/garden-club-volunteer-opportunity-2/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Garden-club-2-20250729_132309.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20251119T133708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T134042Z UID:10001984-1764756000-1764775800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Tree and hedge planting DESCRIPTION:Join us on farms across Teesdale to create more space for nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting trees and hedgerows. \nThere are several volunteer opportunities for tree and hedge planting throughout the winter\, at locations across Teesdale. \nTree and hedge planting dates\, 10am to 3.30pm: \n\n14 November\n19 November\n25 November\n2 December\n3 December\n10 December\n16 January 2026\n22 January\n30 January\n5 February\n10 February\n18 February\n\nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. All ages are welcome\, children must be supervised by adult. All training and equipment will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing and bring waterproofs\, and wear boots with a sturdy sole. A general level of fitness needed. \nVolunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible. \nFor any enquires please email william@northpennines.org.uk \nPlease sign up using the volunteer site Better Impact URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/tree-and-hedge-planting-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tree-Planting-in-Lunedale-c-Ruth-Starr-Keddle-12th-Dec-2020-21.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250127T111745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T161401Z UID:10001255-1764412200-1764426600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Saturday stroll - a guided walk DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month. \nThe walk starting at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Teesdale\, on 29 November will begin at 10.30am and finish at approximately 1pm. You are welcome to join us after the walk for free refreshments finishing by 2:30pm. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths may not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walks will be approximately 3 miles in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nThe final details of the walk are subject to change\, please check back closer to the event for final details. There are likely to be a couple of stiles to climb over on this walk. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/saturday-stroll-a-guided-walk-5/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Historic environment event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/circular-walk-sign-waymarker-moss-gatepost-Bowlees.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10001177-1764162000-1764172800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2025-11-26/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250911T122101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T162540Z UID:10001951-1763980200-1763987400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Home educators' session - Bowlees DESCRIPTION:This is a family workshop for home educators\, 24 November\, 10.30am to 12.30pm at Bowlees Visitor Centre. The theme is earth materials. \nWe will be exploring the materials used around Bowlees and what they are made from\, and using clay for designs of our own. \nAfter the workshop feel free to stay around and continue exploring. Please note the Visitor Centre and Café will not be open on weekdays in November. \nSuitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome – they do not need a ticket but please let us know they are coming by emailing(naomi@northpennines.org.uk). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/home-educators-session-bowlees-3-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Home education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Under-the-surface-VO1T2780-e1757593335400.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T153000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20251105T104045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T095211Z UID:10001983-1763114400-1763134200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Tree and hedge planting DESCRIPTION:Join us on farms across Teesdale to create more space for nature and improve habitat connectivity by planting trees and hedgerows. \nThere are several volunteer opportunities for tree and hedge planting throughout the winter\, at locations across Teesdale. \nTree and hedge planting dates\, 10am to 3.30pm: \n\n22 January\n30 January\n5 February\n10 February\n18 February\n26 February\n5 March\n10 March\n18 March\n26 March\n\nA light lunch will be provided but please bring any drinks and snacks. All ages are welcome\, children must be supervised by adult. All training and equipment will be provided. Please wear outdoor clothing and bring waterproofs\, and wear boots with a sturdy sole. A general level of fitness needed. \nVolunteer opportunities may be postponed due to weather conditions\, any changes will be communicated at least 24 hours before the event where possible. \nFor any enquires please email william@northpennines.org.uk \nPlease sign up using the volunteer site Better Impact URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/tree-and-hedge-planting/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tree-Planting-in-Lunedale-c-Ruth-Starr-Keddle-12th-Dec-2020-21.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T213000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250818T133726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T140247Z UID:10001923-1761764400-1761773400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark skies run DESCRIPTION:Discover the freedom of trail running at night\, in the company of experienced runners\, as we follow the route of the High Force and Bowlees Geotrail. From Low Force we will run the Pennine Way to High Force. After experiencing the atmosphere of this magical place\, under the cover of darkness\, we will cross fields back to the visitor centre for tea and cake. \nThis is a\, guided\, 5-mile (8km) trail run over uneven\, rocky\, muddy and slippery ground. Head torches\, (trail) running shoes and full-body waterproofs will be required. No dogs allowed. Suitable for runners (adults\, 18+) who are interested in trying trail running/night running in a guided group. \nCost: £8. \nNote this is not a race – we will run together as a group (with a tail runner to make sure no one is left behind). \nBook using the Ticketsource link below: \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22 October to 2 November 2025 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org #NorthPennStarFest25 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-skies-run-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Stargazing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/02_Dark-skies-run_301024_NPNL-Molly-Jones-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251029T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10001176-1761742800-1761753600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2025-10-29/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251028T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250729T135745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T104429Z UID:10001884-1761645600-1761654600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Garden club - volunteer opportunity DESCRIPTION:Volunteer to help look after ‘Helen’s Garden’\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre and the raised beds and planters alongside the Centre on the last Tuesday of each month\, 10am to 12.30pm. \nGeneral maintenance including weeding\, dead heading\, cutting back and planting. Watering the gardens when required. Tidying\, sweeping the surfaced area around the Centre and painting garden benches. Hedge trimming and maintaining the willow arch in the car park. \nUsually work for two to two and a half hours and finish with refreshments which are provided. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/garden-club-volunteer-opportunity/2025-10-28/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Garden-club-2-20250729_132309.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250815T090825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T134910Z UID:10001917-1761386400-1761408000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Moon trail at Bowlees Visitor Centre DESCRIPTION:Our self-guided trail this half term holiday is a Moon-themed treasure trail\, all part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival 2025. \nExplore the woods around Bowlees Visitor Centre with your family. Follow the trail around the site\, taking you on an exciting journey to the Moon. As you follow the trail you will pick up clues in the form of letters – spell out the word and you will receive a starry prize. \nPick up your instruction leaflet and answer sheet at the visitor centre – £1 per child. No booking required – you can just turn up and join in at your own pace. \nThe trail is outside – so please come dressed for the weather. \n\nAvailable from Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November inclusive (10am to 4pm).\n\nImage: The Moon © Graham Relf \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22 October to 2 November 2025 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org\n#NorthPennStarFest25 #NPennDarkSkies URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/moon-trail-at-bowlees-visitor-centre/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly,Stargazing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Moon_GRelf-MEDIUM.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250911T115758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T132411Z UID:10001950-1760956200-1760963400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Home educators' session - Bowlees DESCRIPTION:This is a family workshop for home educators\, 20 October\, 10.30am to 12.30pm at Bowlees Visitor Centre. The theme is autumn colours. \nWe will be investigating the trees around Bowlees and how they change in the autumn\, experimenting with natural colourings and using them to create art. \nAfter the workshop feel free to stay around and continue exploring. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather. \nSuitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome – they do not need a ticket but please let us know they are coming by emailing( naomi@northpennines.org.uk). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/home-educators-session-bowlees-3/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Home education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_6699-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T153000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250912T101941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T135744Z UID:10001953-1759312800-1759332600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wildflower seed sowing volunteer opportunity DESCRIPTION:Join us for a session of sorting and sowing wildflower seeds\, on 1 October at Mickleton Village Hall\, 10am to 3.30pm. We will be sowing seeds from important species such as wood crane’s-bill that have been collected from existing populations in Teesdale. \nOnce grown these plants will be used to enhance upland hay meadows in Teesdale. \nPlease sign up using the volunteer platform Better Impact. \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wildflower-seed-sowing-volunteer-opportunity/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seed-sowing-Cotherstone-31st-Oct-2024-c-RSK-6-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10001175-1758718800-1758729600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2025-09-24/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T120000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250616T170020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T093903Z UID:10001430-1756980000-1756987200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Home educators session - Bowlees DESCRIPTION:This is a family workshop for home educators\, 4 September\, 10am to 12 noon at Bowlees Visitor Centre. The theme is rocks and fossils. \nWe will learn about the different rocks that make up the local landscape\, make our own ‘fossils’ and see what uses of earth materials we can find around Bowlees. \nAfter the workshop and a break for lunch\, stay on for an optional walk of 2.5km to the River Tees to see some more fossils.\nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather. \nSuitable for children aged 5 to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome – they do not need a ticket but please let us know they are coming by emailing naomi@northpennines.org.uk). \nPlease book using the Ticketsource link \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/home-educators-session-bowlees/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Home education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Bowlees-children-geology12-resized-for-ticketsource.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10001174-1756299600-1756310400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2025-08-27/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250613T145019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T165631Z UID:10001424-1756290600-1756297800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - seeds of the summer DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us on a family-friendly walk to collect seeds from local wildflowers. Bring the collections back to the visitor centre to sow in the tree and wildflower nursey\, and make a seed bomb to take home with you. \nAll materials and equipment will be provided. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). Accompanying adults are free and do not need to book. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  \nWhat is a seed bomb? – A seed bomb is a handmade clay ball that contain a mix of compost and seeds. After the bomb has been thrown and the seeds have begun to germinate the bomb will slowly break apart. The soil will then provide a base for the seeds to start growing. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-seeds-of-the-summer-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/making-seed-bombs-1-KP-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250603T091308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T100130Z UID:10001407-1755081000-1755088200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - den building DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nThe exciting challenge for Wednesday 13 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm\, at Bowlees Visitor Centre is to build yourselves a den amongst the trees using sticks and other materials\, with help and ideas from staff. What will you construct? \nSuitable for children aged 5+. All children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. Please wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing and sun protection suitable for the weather.\n£2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free) \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-den-building-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Dens-at-Hamsterley-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250710T112315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T112315Z UID:10001859-1754559000-1754578800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Guided walk - Pennine Way profile - the shape of a landscape DESCRIPTION:A guided walk from Bowlees Visitor Centre in celebration of the Pennine Way’s 60th anniversary\, Thursday 7 August\, 9.30am to 3pm. The route will take in some of the highlights of Upper Teesdale\, including High Force and Low Force. \nAlong the 12 km (7 mile) route we will be explaining the environmental processes and human activities that have shaped the the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark and the attraction of people choosing to walk 268 miles along the Pennine Way. \nAs the event will be taking place outdoors\, please dress for the weather. We recommend walking boots. Bowlees Visitor Centre will be open for toilets and refreshments at the start and end of the walk. Pease bring food and drink. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths are not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. \nSuggested donation only £3 per person\, or £10 for family/group of four. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease book using the link to Ticketsource \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/guided-walk-pennine-way-profile-the-shape-of-a-landscape/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_1622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250806T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250806T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250613T122340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T134008Z UID:10001422-1754476200-1754483400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - pollinator picnic DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nJoin us at Bowlees Visitor Centre on 6 August\, 10.30am to 12.30pm\, for a fun filled morning of activities getting to know the variety of pollinating insects we have around the site. Take part in citizen science PoMS Pollinator Scheme and help record and learn tips for how to invite more pollinators into your own garden and local wild places. \nSuitable for children aged five to twelve years. Younger siblings also welcome but no need to book. All children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. £2 per child. Please wear sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. Bring your own picnic to enjoy after the event. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-making-bug-hotels-copy/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Moss-Carder-Bee-At-Bumblebee-Walk-Training-2025-scaled-e1749821987956.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20240208T180630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T150006Z UID:10001173-1753880400-1753891200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Volunteer day at Bowlees tree nursery DESCRIPTION:Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm. \nYou can help with our nature recovery work by seed collecting and sowing\, potting on\, and watering plants. For more information email molly@northpennines.org.uk. \nSign up on the volunteer platform Better Impact \nDelivered as part of the Tees-Swale: naturally connected programme. Tees-Swale is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and led by the North Pennines National Landscape team in collaboration with the Yorkshire Dales National Park. \n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/volunteer-day-at-bowlees-tree-nursery-2-3/2025-07-30/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tidy-nursery-Jul-23-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250328T152143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T130006Z UID:10001314-1753871400-1753878600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Wild Wednesday - campfire cooking and foraging DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesdays are activities suitable for children aged five and over to enjoy and be creative. \nForage for food to cook on the campfire at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, 30 July\, 10am to 12.30pm. Enjoy a walk to forage for fruits of the season\, identify plants that can be used in recipes and make dips and fillings for your bread on a stick around the campfire. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book). £2 per child (accompanying adults and under 5s free). \nPlease let us know if there is anything we can do to make this event more accessible and enjoyable for your family\, such as sensory needs. Please email kerryanne@northpennines.org.uk with any allergies/dietary requirements. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. The event is not suitable for dogs and is not wheelchair accessible. \nPlease use the Ticketsource to book \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/wild-wednesday-campfire-cooking-and-foraging/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Bowlees Visitor Centre events,Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Campfire-Cooking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250605T153808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T153740Z UID:10001409-1752325200-1752336000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Holwick landscape walk DESCRIPTION:Join the North Pennines National Landscape team on a leisurely guided walk from Bowlees Visitor Centre to Holwick. This circular route includes farmed land\, wild flower meadows and Holwick Scar. Learn about the local geology and have a closer look at some of the special flowers along the way. The walk will be at a relaxed pace and will take around two hours\, with stops at points of interest. \nThe walk starts at Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Teesdale\, on Saturday 12 July\, 1pm and finishing at approximately 4pm. \nAs the event will be taking place outdoors\, please dress for the weather. We recommend walking boots or even wellies as it can be muddy in places. Bowlees Visitor Centre will be open for toilets and refreshments at the start and end of the walk. \nAll ages are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to walk or be carried as the paths are not be suitable for pushchairs). Well behaved dogs on a short lead are welcome. The walk will be approximately 4 km in length on mostly flat ground and with rest breaks along the way. \nOptional donation – suggested amount £3. Your donation enables the North Pennines National Landscape team to protect and restore this special place and help people connect with nature. \nPlease use the Ticketsource link to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  \n \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/holwick-landscape-walk/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Nature and wildlife event,Walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Edge-End-meadows-1st-Julyc-RSK-30-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250711T102844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T102845Z UID:10001434-1751536800-1756659600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 DESCRIPTION:A travelling exhibition celebrating 60 years of the Pennine Way is making another stop on its journey along the iconic National Trail\, arriving in the North Pennines National Landscape for a two-month residency. \n‘A Trail of Inspiration: the Pennine Way at 60’ features work from artists\, musicians\, videographers\, writers and poets\, all inspired by journeys and experiences along this beloved 268-mile walking route. \nThe exhibition will be on show at the North Pennines National Landscape’s Bowlees Visitor Centre\, in Upper Teesdale from 3 July to 31 August. \nEach of the artists has created their own response to their experiences of walking and enjoying the trail. From talking backpacks and music\, to paintings and weavings\, the exhibition is as rich and varied as a day spent walking along the Pennine Way. As well as the creative work\, there is a canvas which gathers 300 images sent in by members of the public to share and celebrate the Pennine Way. \nPlease note that the exhibition space at Bowlees is accessed via stairs. \n  \nSally Zaranko with her artwork: Walking Weaving and Lines and Lino: tracing the trail URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-trail-of-inspiration-the-pennine-way-at-60-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Art,Bowlees Visitor Centre events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_9957-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250703T170000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250703T192043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T102444Z UID:10001863-1751529600-1751562000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:A Trail of Inspiration: The Pennine Way at 60 DESCRIPTION:A travelling exhibition celebrating 60 years of the Pennine Way is making another stop on its journey along the iconic National Trail\, arriving in the North Pennines National Landscape for a two-month residency. \n‘A Trail of Inspiration: the Pennine Way at 60’ features work from artists\, musicians\, videographers\, writers and poets\, all inspired by journeys and experiences along this beloved 268-mile walking route. \nThe exhibition will be on show at the North Pennines National Landscape’s Bowlees Visitor Centre\, in Upper Teesdale from 3 July to 31 August. \nEach of the artists has created their own response to their experiences of walking and enjoying the trail. From talking backpacks and music\, to paintings and weavings\, the exhibition is as rich and varied as a day spent walking along the Pennine Way. As well as the creative work\, there is a canvas which gathers 300 images sent in by members of the public to share and celebrate the Pennine Way. \nPlease note that the exhibition space at Bowlees is accessed via stairs. \n  \nSally Zaranko with her artwork: Walking Weaving and Lines and Lino: tracing the trail URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/a-trail-of-inspiration-the-pennine-way-at-60/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Art,Bowlees Visitor Centre events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_9957-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250318T112434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T112612Z UID:10001310-1750758300-1750780800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying-3/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250318T112044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T112044Z UID:10001309-1750153500-1750177800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying-2/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250610T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T191239 CREATED:20250318T111817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T111817Z UID:10001308-1749548700-1749573000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Botanical training opportunities - wildflower\, grasses and surveying DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help with botanical surveys on a selection of upland hay meadows that have been restored through seed addition between the third week of June until late July. Groups of 2/3 volunteers will undertake 15 quadrats (1m x 1m square) per meadow. One meadow with 15 quadrats may take between 1-2 days. \nThere are 3 days of free training for beginner’s\, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. We require a minimum involvement of 1 full day of helping to survey a meadow following the training. \nBeginners should attend all three days\, if possible. More experienced botanists can choose which days to attend based on their previous experience. Volunteers need to sign-up to each of these 3 training days separately: \nDay 1: Wildflower Identification training\, Tuesday 10 June.\nDay 2: Grasses and sedges Identification training\, Tuesday 17 June.\nDay 3: Botanical surveys using quadrats training\, Tuesday 24 June. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe morning will be spent at Bowlees Visitor Centre. In the afternoon there will be a botany walk along The Pennine Way. The training will be undertaken by Ruth Starr-Keddle\, if you have any queries\, please email: ruth@northpennines.org.uk. \nPlease sign up using the Better Impact volunteer system \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/botanical-training-opportunities-wildflower-grasses-and-surveying/ LOCATION:Bowlees Visitor Centre\, Newbiggin\, DL12 0XF CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Volunteer-wildflower-training-6th-June-2024-c-RSK-16-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR