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:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250527T123000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20250404T104507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T145215Z UID:10001265-1748341800-1748349000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Geoparks Rock DESCRIPTION:To celebrate European Geoparks Week\, come along to this family friendly workshop and find out what is fabulous about Geoparks around the world\, (including the North Pennines)\, and get hands on with activities that show how landscapes form from ice and water to volcanoes. The location is Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tuesday 27 May\, 10.30am to 12.30pm. \nPlease wear sturdy footwear\, and clothing suitable for the weather and potentially messy activities. \nSuitable for children aged five to 12 years. 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). Please note there is also a charge for parking at Talkin Tarn. Details here. \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  \nThis event is part of North Pennines NatureFest running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 8 June 2025. See the full programme at www.NorthPenninesNatureFest.org.uk #NorthPenninesNatureFest25 \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/geoparks-rock/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Map-cloth.-2.-jpg.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T213000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230915T154432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T145113Z UID:10000489-1699038000-1699047000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Talkin Tarn Skywatch DESCRIPTION:FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… FULLY BOOKED… \nEnjoy some of the darkest skies in the North Pennines\, with experienced astronomers from the Border Astronomical Society on hand to guide you around the night sky\, using telescopes and binoculars. \nPresentations\, displays\, information and refreshments will be available. Wrap up warm and bring along a telescope or binoculars and a red-light torch\, if you have them. Suitable for ages 10+. No dogs please – they’re a trip hazard in the dark. \nAdvance booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nAdults: £15\, Concessions: £10 (under 18s\, over 65+)\, Families: £35 \nThis event is one of three\, celebrating the launch of the Skygazing Pavilion at Talkin Tarn Country Park\, on 3 November. The other two events are: The Nest – Skygazing Pavilion: Meet the Makers; and Storytelling at The Nest – Skygazing Pavilion. \nEvent location: Talkin Tarn Country Park\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, Cumbria CA8 1HN. See https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/talkintarn/Find-Us for directions. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 20223– www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \nFunded through the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/talkin-tarn-skywatch-2/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/10_Skywatch-@-Talkin-Tarn-c-Gary-Lintern-Photography_LOW.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T183000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230918T094857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T152957Z UID:10000490-1699032600-1699036200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Storytelling at The Nest - Skygazing Pavilion DESCRIPTION:Join us at ‘The Nest’ our new Skygazing Pavilion for a traditional tale celebrating nature and the night sky with the author and storyteller Karen Sawrey. \nThe open topped Skygazing Pavilion seats 12\, with space for 2 wheelchair users. Seating is provided (benches) as part of the Pavilion structure. \nChildren (any age) must be accompanied by an adult\, sorry no dogs. Bring blankets and wrap up warm/bring waterproofs. \nAdvance booking is required but there is no charge. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nThis event is one of three\, celebrating the launch of the Stargazing Pavilion at Talkin Tarn Country Park\, on 3 November. The other two events are: The Nest – Skygazing Pavilion: Meet the Makers; and Talkin Tarn Skywatch. \nTalkin Tarn Country Park\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, Cumbria CA8 1HN. See https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/talkintarn/Find-Us for directions. \nThe Nest location https://what3words.com/scoping.amid.contracts \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \nFunded through the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/storytelling-at-the-nest-skygazing-pavilion/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Storytelling-at-The-Nest-Skygazing-Pavilion-3-e1695052285451.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231103T150000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230915T121103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T092820Z UID:10000277-1699009200-1699023600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:The Nest – Skygazing Pavilion: Meet the makers DESCRIPTION:Join us to commemorate the launch of our new Skygazing Pavilion – ‘The Nest’ at Talkin Tarn Country Park. The Nest is an expertly constructed roundhouse made with local natural materials. It is designed to sit sensitively in the landscape\, inspired by traditional Bronze Age structures that would have been dotted all over this landscape over three thousand years ago. \nThere will be an opportunity to meet The Mast Collective\, the team of makers and crafts people who designed and installed the Pavilion\, enjoy simple hands-on practical activities\, and find out about opportunities in green woodworking and heritage craft. \nAimed at architecture students\, woodworkers\, individuals and groups interested in working with natural materials\, arts\, design and built heritage. \nNo booking is required – just drop in on the hour between 11am and 3pm. \nBring warm/waterproof clothing. \nTalkin Tarn Country Park\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, Cumbria CA8 1HN. See https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/talkintarn/Find-Us for directions. \nThe Nest – Skygazing Pavilion location https://what3words.com/scoping.amid.contracts \nThis event is one of three\, celebrating the launch of The Nest at Talkin Tarn Country Park\, on 3 November. The other two events are: Storytelling at The Nest – Skygazing Pavilion; and Talkin Tarn Skywatch. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 20 October to 5 November 2023 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest23 #NPennDarkSkies \nFunded through the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/the-nest-skygazing-pavilion-meet-the-makers/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/entrance-view_amended-e1681729981622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230617T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230617T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230529T172847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T134420Z UID:10000432-1686996000-1687017600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Mapping the stars in the tarn DESCRIPTION:We are building a small stargazing pavilion on the south-eastern side of Talkin Tarn as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme with Pons Aelius\, the designers and makers\, and Cumberland Council. \nJoin us and artist\, Dominic Smith\, for a special event creating panels for a temporary roof for the pavilion. Working with photographic panels and found natural materials the light sensitive panels will map the constellation of stars to be seen from the pavilion at the summer equinox. \nEach roof panel is made from special photographic material that changes shade according to the daylight levels at the time of its creation. Each of the nine panels will take 30 minutes to create. The roof will be installed on the pavilion at the end of the day. \nThis free event will take place outdoors\, it is accessible to all and no experience/skills are required. Drop-in at anytime during the day\, no booking required. \nThe pavilion is to be constructed in timber\, echoing ancient ‘roundhouse’ construction\, with hazel panels wrapped around the outside. All the materials used in the construction are to be sourced locally. The stargazing pavilion will be co-constructed with volunteers who will be making the hazel panels that will encase the green wood uprights and seating. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/mapping-the-stars-in-the-tarn/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Stars-in-the-tarn-pavilion.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230609T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230605T151324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T151519Z UID:10000435-1686304800-1686499200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Hazel panel making workshop DESCRIPTION:We are building a small stargazing pavilion on the south-eastern side of Talkin Tarn as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme with Pons Aelius\, the designers and makers\, and Carlisle City Council. \nThe pavilion is to be constructed in timber\, echoing ancient ‘roundhouse’ construction\, with hazel panels wrapped around the outside. All the materials used in the construction are to be sourced locally. The stargazing pavilion will be co-constructed with volunteers who will be making the hazel panels that will encase the green wood uprights and seating. \nGreen woodworker\, Shannon Berry\, will lead the hazel panel making workshops. She is passionate about encouraging people into green woodworking and supporting the skills\, heritage and the makers that produce those products which offer a sustainable choice. During the 3-day workshops there will be a progression of knowledge and skills as the hazel panels needed for the build are made. \nYou must be 18 years or over to take part. We anticipate groups of sixteen people on each 3-day workshop. There is a camping area and local accommodation available. We will provide basic packed lunches and a hot meal in the evening. There are facilities for making hot drinks\, a fridge\, toilets\, showers and fire pit on site. All tools and equipment will be provided. We ask you to wear clothing suitable for the work and the weather with sturdy footwear. \nTo apply for the workshop\, please read more and complete the form here. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-hazel-panel-making-4/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/entrance-view_amended-e1681729981622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230316T174707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T124453Z UID:10000402-1685700000-1685894400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Hazel panel making workshop DESCRIPTION:We are building a small stargazing pavilion on the south-eastern side of Talkin Tarn as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme with Pons Aelius\, the designers and makers\, and Carlisle City Council. \nThe pavilion is to be constructed in timber\, echoing ancient ‘roundhouse’ construction\, with hazel panels wrapped around the outside. All the materials used in the construction are to be sourced locally. The stargazing pavilion will be co-constructed with volunteers who will be making the hazel panels that will encase the green wood uprights and seating. \nGreen woodworker\, Shannon Berry\, will lead the hazel panel making workshops. She is passionate about encouraging people into green woodworking and supporting the skills\, heritage and the makers that produce those products which offer a sustainable choice. During the 3-day workshops there will be a progression of knowledge and skills as the hazel panels needed for the build are made. \nYou must be 18 years or over to take part. We anticipate groups of sixteen people on each 3-day workshop. There is a camping area and local accommodation available. We will provide basic packed lunches and a hot meal in the evening. There are facilities for making hot drinks\, a fridge\, toilets\, showers and fire pit on site. All tools and equipment will be provided. We ask you to wear clothing suitable for the work and the weather with sturdy footwear. \nTo apply for the workshop\, please read more and complete the form here. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-hazel-panel-making/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/entrance-view_amended-e1681729981622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230526T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230316T174512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T124736Z UID:10000193-1685095200-1685289600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Hazel panel making workshop DESCRIPTION:We are building a small stargazing pavilion on the south-eastern side of Talkin Tarn as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme with Pons Aelius\, the designers and makers\, and Carlisle City Council. \nThe pavilion is to be constructed in timber\, echoing ancient ‘roundhouse’ construction\, with hazel panels wrapped around the outside. All the materials used in the construction are to be sourced locally. The stargazing pavilion will be co-constructed with volunteers who will be making the hazel panels that will encase the green wood uprights and seating. \nGreen woodworker\, Shannon Berry\, will lead the hazel panel making workshops. She is passionate about encouraging people into green woodworking and supporting the skills\, heritage and the makers that produce those products which offer a sustainable choice. During the 3-day workshops there will be a progression of knowledge and skills as the hazel panels needed for the build are made. \nYou must be 18 years or over to take part. We anticipate groups of sixteen people on each 3-day workshop. There is a camping area and local accommodation available. We will provide basic packed lunches and a hot meal in the evening. There are facilities for making hot drinks\, a fridge\, toilets\, showers and fire pit on site. All tools and equipment will be provided. We ask you to wear clothing suitable for the work and the weather with sturdy footwear. \nTo apply for the workshop\, please read more and complete the form here. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-hazel-panels-workshop/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/entrance-view_amended-e1681729981622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230519T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230316T170116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T124856Z UID:10000191-1684490400-1684684800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Hazel panel making workshop DESCRIPTION:We are building a small stargazing pavilion on the south-eastern side of Talkin Tarn as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme with Pons Aelius\, the designers and makers\, and Carlisle City Council. \nThe pavilion is to be constructed in timber\, echoing ancient ‘roundhouse’ construction\, with hazel panels wrapped around the outside. All the materials used in the construction are to be sourced locally. The stargazing pavilion will be co-constructed with volunteers who will be making the hazel panels that will encase the green wood uprights and seating. \nGreen woodworker\, Shannon Berry\, will lead the hazel panel making workshops. She is passionate about encouraging people into green woodworking and supporting the skills\, heritage and the makers that produce those products which offer a sustainable choice. During the 3-day workshops there will be a progression of knowledge and skills as the hazel panels needed for the build are made. \nYou must be 18 years or over to take part. We anticipate groups of sixteen people on each 3-day workshop. There is a camping area and local accommodation available. We will provide basic packed lunches and a hot meal in the evening. There are facilities for making hot drinks\, a fridge\, toilets\, showers and fire pit on site. All tools and equipment will be provided. We ask you to wear clothing suitable for the work and the weather with sturdy footwear. \nTo apply for the workshop\, please read more and complete the form here. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-hazel-panel-making-workshop/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training,Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/entrance-view_amended-e1681729981622.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230304T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230304T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20230222T145211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T122816Z UID:10000394-1677924000-1677938400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fellfoot Forward Stars in the tarn launch 4 March DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch event of the ‘Stars in the tarn’ project where you can meet the team of designers\, makers\, and crafts people\, discuss the design of the stargazing pavilion\, and find out about your opportunities to get involved. \nDark skies are a key characteristic of the Fellfoot Forward area’s heritage and Carlisle City Council are keen to protect the dark skies at Talkin Tarn in support of wildlife\, dark sky events\, and to gain designation as a Dark Sky Discovery Site. \nWe have commissioned a stargazing pavilion at Talkin Tarn\, which will encourage people to use the site for stargazing and which can also be used during the daytime as a space for reflection. The stargazing pavilion draws upon the history and materials used in traditional round house construction to bring a new place to rest\, reflect and look up. \nThis is a drop-in event at Talkin Tarn education cabin between 10am – 2pm. All are welcome\, no booking required. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fff-stars-in-the-tarn-launch/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Stars-in-the-tarn-pavilion.png ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221025T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220901T132057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T154241Z UID:10000336-1666706400-1666713600@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Dark skies for profit DESCRIPTION:Did you know that we have some of the darkest skies in England in the North Pennines? And that astro-tourism is a rapidly expanding sector for North Pennines accommodation providers\, many of whom have reported increasing numbers of visitors coming to enjoy stargazing breaks in the shoulder seasons? But how can you tap into this market? \nThis workshop will be of interest to bed and breakfast businesses\, campsite and self-catering owners\, inn and hotel managers\, tour guides\, TIC staff and anyone else reliant on the visitor economy. We’ll give you a user friendly guide into why dark skies are so important\, evidence for the expanding astro-tourism market together with case studies\, tips on marketing\, key messages and making yourself dark sky friendly as well as advice on equipment and resources. It could also pave the way to you becoming an officially recognised dark sky friendly business. Let the stars guide you a profitable return. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \nFunded through the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/dark-skies-for-profit/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Dark-skies-for-profits-3-e1662039037379.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221022T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221022T213000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220901T143732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T133923Z UID:10000337-1666465200-1666474200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Talkin Tarn skywatch DESCRIPTION:Enjoy some of the darkest skies in the North Pennines\, with experienced astronomers from the Border Astronomical Society on hand to guide you around the night sky\, using telescopes and binoculars. Presentations\, displays\, information and refreshments will be available. \nWrap up warm and bring along a telescope or binoculars and a red-light torch\, if you have them. \nAdults: £15\nConcessions: £10 (under 18s\, over 65+)\nFamilies: £35\nSuitable for ages 10+ \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 21 to 30 October 2022 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest22 #NPennDarkSkies \nFunded through the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/talkin-tarn-skywatch/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Talkin-Tarn-Skywatch.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221001T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221001T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220825T104140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T130841Z UID:10000331-1664620200-1664629200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Beginners Fungi ID workshop DESCRIPTION:Discover more about fungi with the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme. \nSee the fantastic fungi growing at Talkin Tarn\, and learn how to identify and record them\, with Stuart Colgate from Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre. There will be a classroom workshop session about fungi structure and ecology before an exploratory walk around the woods to see what fungi we can find. \nRefreshments will be provided but places are limited so booking is essential. Click here to book. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/beginners-fungi-id-workshop/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/tarn-fungi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220619T070000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220619T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220509T103616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T165118Z UID:10000272-1655622000-1655654400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Festival of nature DESCRIPTION:We are holding a Festival of Nature at Talkin Tarn on Saturday 18 June and on Sunday 19 June. Entry is free. \nCelebrating nature around the themes of water\, woodland\, and meadow\, the festival will bring together families\, wildlife recorders\, budding naturalists\, farmers\, environmental organisations\, and communities. There will be stands and drop-in activities throughout the day as well as scheduled events as detailed below: \n07:00 Moth traps and moth ID\, meet at the education cabin.\n09:00 Camera traps\, meet at the education cabin.\n10:00 Looking at lichens\, meet at the welcome tent.\n11:00 Pond dipping / Sensory walk\, meet at the Eden Rivers Trust gazebo.\n12:30 Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n13:00 Pond dipping / Sensory walk\, meet at the Eden Rivers Trust gazebo.\n13:45 Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n14:00 Wildflower walk\, meet at the welcome tent.\n14:30 Pond dipping / Sensory walk\, meet at the Eden Rivers Trust gazebo.\n15:00 Dragonfly walk\, meet at the welcome tent / Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n16:00 Festival closes. \nFree shuttle bus from Brampton\, picking up at William Howard School car park\, where there is free parking available\, and the cottage hospital before dropping off at Talkin Tarn car park\, and returning via the same route.\nSunday: first bus leaves William Howard School at 9:10\, return to Brampton leaves at 10:00. Buses hourly until 15:10 with the return to Brampton leaving the tarn car park at 16:00. \nFree bus on Sunday from Carlisle\, leaving from Tullie House Museum at 11:30. The return bus will leave Talkin Tarn car park at 15:30. \nThe organisations with stands at the festival and delivering activities include:\nCumbria Biodiversity Data Centre\nEden Rivers Trust\nUniversity of Cumbria\n4Eden\nCumbria Wildlife Trust\nGreen PLACE\nCarlisle City Council\nRSPB\nSustainable Brampton\nCarlisle Youth Zone\nNorth Pennines AONB Partnership \nThe Festival of Nature has been organised with Carlisle City Council\, Eden Rivers Trust\, and Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre. It is delivered as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, which is led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/festival-of-nature-sunday/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Talkin-Tarn-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220618T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220618T233000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220509T100008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T151912Z UID:10000269-1655553600-1655595000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Festival of nature DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Nature takes place at Talkin Tarn on Saturday 18 June and on Sunday 19 June. Entry is free. \nCelebrating nature around the themes of water\, woodland\, climate\, and meadow\, there will be stands and drop-in activities throughout the day as well as scheduled events detailed below: \n10:30  RSPB Walk to Geltsdale\, meet at the welcome tent.\n12:00  Festival opens\n12:30  Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n13:00  Pond dipping / Sensory Walk\, meet at the Eden Rivers Trust gazebo.\n13:35   Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n14:00  Dragonfly walk\, meet at the welcome tent near the cafe.\n14:30  Pond dipping / Sensory walk\, meet at the Eden Rivers Trust gazebo.\n15:00  Water beetles in the tarn\, meet at the welcome tent / Family woodland activity session (1hr)\, meet at the OASES gazebo.\n22:00  Bat walk \nFree shuttle bus from Brampton\, picking up at William Howard School car park\, where there is free parking available\, and the cottage hospital before dropping off at Talkin Tarn car park\, and returning via the same route. The first bus leaves William Howard at 12:10\, returning to Brampton at 13:00. Buses hourly until 16:10 which leaves the tarn car park to return to Brampton at 17:00. \nThe organisations with stands at the festival and delivering activities include:\nCumbria Biodiversity Data Centre\nEden Rivers Trust\nCumbria Wildlife Trust\nGreen PLACE\nOASES\nRSPB\nSustainable Brampton\nCarlisle Youth Zone\nTullie House\nNorth Pennines AONB Partnership \nThe Festival of Nature has been organised with Carlisle City Council\, Eden Rivers Trust\, and Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre. It is delivered as part of the Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme\, which is led by the North Pennines AONB Partnership and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/festival-of-nature/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Talkin-Tarn-pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220618T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220618T150000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20220512T151404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T153028Z UID:10000283-1655548200-1655564400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Talkin Tarn to RSPB Geltsdale guided walk DESCRIPTION:Join the RSPB on a walk from Talkin Tarn Country Park to RSPB Geltsdale Nature Reserve as part of the Festival of Nature. You will be able to learn about this special landscape and have opportunities to spot a range of wildlife with the help of RSPB Geltsdale Reserve staff. Please bring your binoculars if you have them. \nThe route is around 7 miles long and follows fairly well trodden footpaths and lanes. A good basic level of fitness is required as the terrain can be uneven and boggy in places. Please ensure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy walking boots. Bring your own food and drink to enjoy on the walk. Teas\, coffee and cake will be available at the end  to enjoy before a mini bus takes you back to Talkin Tarn car park for around 3pm. \nSaturday 18th June\, 10.30am to 3pm. Start/finish – Talkin Tarn Country Park Car Park\, Tarn Rd\, Brampton CA8 1HN. The walk is free but booking is required as places are limited. URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/rspb-geltsdale-walk/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/20200620-Newbiggin-looking-north-east-along-fellside.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211030T213000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20210917T141216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T135005Z UID:10000056-1635618600-1635629400@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Skywatch at Talkin Tarn DESCRIPTION:Skywatch at Talkin Tarn\nEnjoy some of the darkest skies in the North Pennines\, with experienced astronomers from Border Astronomical Society on hand to guide you around the night sky\, using telescopes and binoculars. \nPresentations\, displays\, information and refreshments will be available. Wrap up warm and bring along a telescope or binoculars and a red-light torch\, if you have them. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies \nMeet at Talkin Tarn Country Park\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN \nTickets £10\, concessions £7\, family group (4 tickets) £25 \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/skywatch-at-talkin-tarn/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Skywatch-smaller-e1631888299321.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20211007T125608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T125608Z UID:10000066-1635415200-1635426000@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Fungi ID workshop DESCRIPTION:Discover more about fungi with the North Pennines AONB Partnership’s Fellfoot Forward Landscape Partnership Scheme. See the fantastic fungi growing at Talkin Tarn\, and learn how to identify and record them. \nStuart Colgate from Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre will host a classroom workshop session about fungi structure and ecology before leading an exploratory walk around the woods to see what fungi we can find. \nRefreshments will be provided but places are limited so booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Lizzy Benn \n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/fungi-id-workshop/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Guided walk,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/tarn-fungi.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211022T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211022T213000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20210917T142507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T125810Z UID:10000058-1634927400-1634938200@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Stars in the tarn DESCRIPTION:Stars in the tarn\nAre you a young astronomer with a passion for the night sky\, or do just fancy trying something different? \nJoin us for an evening of exploration around the night sky with self-confessed astro geek\, Andy Gray. It is a fantastic night to view the large autumn moon\, Saturn and Jupiter. \nThis event is for 11–18 year olds and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. There will be presentations and pizza. Wrap up warm and bring a telescope\, binoculars and a red-light torch\, if you have them. \nThis event is part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival running from 22-31 October 2021 – www.NorthPenninesStarFest.org.uk #NorthPennStarFest21 #NPennDarkSkies \nMeet at Talkin Tarn Country Park\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/stars-in-the-tarn/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211003T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211003T133000 DTSTAMP:20260505T172838 CREATED:20210914T105929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210917T095238Z UID:10000050-1633255200-1633267800@northpennines.org.uk SUMMARY:Nature's Calendar at Talkin Tarn DESCRIPTION:Nature’s Calendar at Talkin Tarn\nCome and celebrate the changing of the seasons and learn how to record the signs of autumn in your area for the Woodland Trust’s Nature’s Calendar database. We’ll meet at the log cabin for 10am and head out on a family friendly walk where we’ll encounter trees beginning to take on their autumn colours. \nNo prior knowledge is necessary\, as we’ll go through the identification of some common trees on the day. Afterwards\, we’ll have lunch and look at how you can upload your own records into Nature’s Calendar. \nNature’s Calendar is a long-standing citizen science project\, hosted by The Woodland Trust\, which dates as far back as 1736. By uploading records of seasonal changes onto the database\, you can help scientists answer questions such as what effect weather has on wildlife\, and whether climate change is affecting timings in nature. \nThis event is open to everyone\, including families\, although the terrain may be uneven so please ensure you have suitable footwear.  The walk will take approximately 2 hours so bring appropriate clothing and a packed lunch. Places are limited so booking is essential. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n  URL:https://northpennines.org.uk/event/nature-calendar-talkin/ LOCATION:Talkin Tarn\, Brampton\, Tarn Road\, Brampton\, CA8 1HN CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Guided walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://northpennines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Talkin-2-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Pennines National Landscape":MAILTO:communications@northpennines.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR