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Help Corsenside Churchyard volunteers to make and install bird boxes at the beautiful St Cuthbert’s Church, Corsenside. You can even make a box to take home!
Nest boxes imitate holes and cavities that many birds naturally use for nesting and roosting and can help to compensate for a shortage of these natural sites.
This event is suitable for ages 7+. All persons under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear and be aware that there are no toilets or washing facilities available at this event.
St Cuthbert’s Churchyard, Corsenside is off the A68, north of West Woodburn: St Cuthbert’s Church, Corsenside, Hexham, NE48 2TA
Corsenside Churchyard volunteers will be doing other enjoyable things of wildlife benefit and historic interest throughout the year. Plans for 2020 include reptile surveying, exploring the social history of the churchyard, scything wildflower meadow areas and hay baling with a picnic!
Fancy getting involved? Find out more at this event or email Jennifer.Care@northwt.org.uk
This is a Revitalising Redesdale Landscape Partnership event, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. To find out more see: www.revitalisingredesdale.org.uk or phone 0191 284 6884.
Mice, voles, shrews, hedgehogs, squirrels – furry folk that live around us, many seldom seen. Learn more about their lives and discover ways we can survey for these small wild mammals.
Note: This event takes place over 2 sessions (Tuesday 19th May, 18:00 to 20:30 AND the following morning, Wednesday 20th May 09:00 to 11:00).
We will cover species identification, ecology and survey methods. The evening will involve a classroom session as well as setting survey equipment. The following morning we will return to see what our traps have recorded overnight, release what we have caught and learn how to report our findings.
Please bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear.
Booking is essential. This event is suitable for ages 10+. All persons under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs please.
This is a Revitalising Redesdale Landscape Partnership event, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. To find out more see: www.revitalisingredesdale.org.uk or phone 0191 284 6884.
An initial meeting for those interested in taking part in the radio play, this will be a chance to find out more about the process of creating and producing the play and ask any questions you may have. The evening will also include an initial read-through of part of the play to get an idea of casting roles (but it will not be a formal audition).
Refreshments will be provided.
Please get in touch with Karen if you would like to come along, on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Harbottle. Meet at Harbottle Forest Car Park.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Wark. Meet outside the Black Bull.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Falstone. Meeting location TBC.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Gunnerton. Meeting location details TBC.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Birtley. Meet near the village green.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Elsdon. Meet at car park adjacent to the bridge and Village Hall. Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Rochester. Meet at land adjacent to Rochester Village Hall.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Bellingham. Meet at the Adventure Playground car park.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around Kielder. Meet at Leaplish Car Park.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
Find out about the fascinating history of Catcleugh Reservoir and visit the Black House, the last remaining dwelling that was built to house the reservoir construction workers in the late 19th Century. Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period.
We will also take a short easy stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. Also included is a visit to the church and school that were paramount to the lives of the workers and their families.
Meet at: Catcleugh Reservoir entrance – Heading north on the A68 the entrance gate
is 1 mile past Byrness where you can drive in and park in front of the Black House.
Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30pm Cost: £8 per person / children free
Visits on different dates are possible for groups greater than 12. This event is led by Northumberland National Park, for more information about it or the Black House please contact Tel: 01434 605555; Email: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk
Find out about the fascinating history of Catcleugh Reservoir and visit the Black House, the last remaining dwelling that was built to house the reservoir construction workers in the late 19th Century. Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period.
We will also take a short easy stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. Also included is a visit to the church and school that were paramount to the lives of the workers and their families.
Meet at: Catcleugh Reservoir entrance – Heading north on the A68 the entrance gate
is 1 mile past Byrness where you can drive in and park in front of the Black House.
Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30pm Cost: £8 per person / children free
Visits on different dates are possible for groups greater than 12. This event is led by Northumberland National Park, for more information about it or the Black House please contact Tel: 01434 605555; Email: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk
Find out about the fascinating history of Catcleugh Reservoir and visit the Black House, the last remaining dwelling that was built to house the reservoir construction workers in the late 19th Century. Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period.
We will also take a short easy stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. Also included is a visit to the church and school that were paramount to the lives of the workers and their families.
Meet at: Catcleugh Reservoir entrance – Heading north on the A68 the entrance gate
is 1 mile past Byrness where you can drive in and park in front of the Black House.
Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30pm Cost: £8 per person / children free
Visits on different dates are possible for groups greater than 12. This event is led by Northumberland National Park, for more information about it or the Black House please contact Tel: 01434 605555; Email: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk
Find out about the fascinating history of Catcleugh Reservoir and visit the Black House, the last remaining dwelling that was built to house the reservoir construction workers in the late 19th Century. Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period.
We will also take a short easy stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. Also included is a visit to the church and school that were paramount to the lives of the workers and their families.
Meet at: Catcleugh Reservoir entrance – Heading north on the A68 the entrance gate
is 1 mile past Byrness where you can drive in and park in front of the Black House.
Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30pm Cost: £8 per person / children free
Visits on different dates are possible for groups greater than 12. This event is led by Northumberland National Park, for more information about it or the Black House please contact Tel: 01434 605555; Email: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk
Find out about the fascinating history of Catcleugh Reservoir and visit the Black House, the last remaining dwelling that was built to house the reservoir construction workers in the late 19th Century. Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period.
We will also take a short easy stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. Also included is a visit to the church and school that were paramount to the lives of the workers and their families.
Meet at: Catcleugh Reservoir entrance – Heading north on the A68 the entrance gate
is 1 mile past Byrness where you can drive in and park in front of the Black House
Visits on different dates are possible for groups greater than 12. This event is led by Northumberland National Park, for more information about it or the Black House please contact Tel: 01434 605555; Email: enquiries@nnpa.org.uk
Join the Redesdale Ramblers for a walk around West Woodburn and Ridsdale.
Redesdale Ramblers is a friendly, informal community group whose members enjoy walking in
Redesdale and beyond. The group is free to join and walkers participate at their own risk.
The walks are on Fridays and start at 10.30am. The calendar is always subject to change and you should check the group’s Facebook page for up to date information and further details. If you intend to join one of the walks, please confirm with the organisers either by telephone at (01434) 270946 or by messaging Redesdale Ramblers on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/RedesdaleRamblers/
The final Lidar results workshop for volunteers who are taking part in our Lidar Landscapes survey.
This workshop will showcase the results of the survey, including:
- General overview of the results, including some key statistics, such as numbers of new sites in different parts of the landscape and highlighting some key discoveries.
- Chronological presentation of results, focusing on key themes, enabling everyone to see how their work has contributed to a better overall understanding of the project area.
- Discussion of possible follow-up work.
Teas, coffees and biscuits will be provided.
Please let Karen know if you intent to come along; tel: 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Human remains are our most direct link to past lifeways and their detailed study provides a wealth of information. This two-day course will consider the excavation and sampling of skeletons and cremation burials alongside recording methods in the field. This will be followed by an explanation of the methods used to recover information on age, sex and stature. We will consider the evidence for general health, disease and cause of death. Scientific advances in the analysis of aDNA and stable isotopes means that these methods are now increasingly employed in osteoarchaeology and you will learn about their potential. Ethical issues will be discussed alongside the legislation relating to human remains. This course will provide an opportunity to handle human remains and to apply some of the methods discussed. This course will be led by an experienced professional from Wessex Archaeology.
Suitable for over 18s only.
Cost: £10 per person (includes 2 full days of tuition, teas, coffees and biscuits. Participants will need to provide their own lunch).
Desk based assessments are a relatively low cost means of study for community groups and makes heritage accessible to those who may be unable to visit sites. In this two-day course, participants will be introduced to digital research methods, useful resources, historic maps and learn how to produce a quality desk-based assessment (DBA) of their chosen site. This course will be led by an experienced professional from Wessex Archaeology.
Suitable for ages 16+
Build your own beehive!
As part of their Community Heritage Fund-ed project, the Redesdale Beekeeping Group is running a short course on assembling flat-pack beehives for members of the public. Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the importance of native bees in Redesdale.
The session is aimed at those interested in taking up beekeeping, with the opportunity to purchase your own beehive for £200 (approx.). They will take place on 1st, 15th, 21st February and 7th, 21st March, 10:30 – 15:30 at Rochester Village Hall.
Coffee and tea are provided. Please either bring a packed lunch or the Camien Cafe sells a variety of lunch options and is located across the road.
Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For bookings, please contact: Jane at 01830 520441 or Dorian at 01661 853623
Build your own beehive!
As part of their Community Heritage Fund-ed project, the Redesdale Beekeeping Group is running a short course on assembling flat-pack beehives for members of the public. Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the importance of native bees in Redesdale.
The session is aimed at those interested in taking up beekeeping, with the opportunity to purchase your own beehive for £200 (approx.). They will take place on 1st, 15th, 21st February and 7th, 21st March, 10:30 – 15:30 at Rochester Village Hall.
Coffee and tea are provided. Please either bring a packed lunch or the Camien Cafe sells a variety of lunch options and is located across the road.
Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For bookings, please contact: Jane at 01830 520441 or Dorian at 01661 853623
Build your own beehive!
As part of their Community Heritage Fund-ed project, the Redesdale Beekeeping Group is running a short course on assembling flat-pack beehives for members of the public. Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the importance of native bees in Redesdale.
The session is aimed at those interested in taking up beekeeping, with the opportunity to purchase your own beehive for £200 (approx.). They will take place on 1st, 15th, 21st February and 7th, 21st March, 10:30 – 15:30 at Rochester Village Hall.
Coffee and tea are provided. Please either bring a packed lunch or the Camien Cafe sells a variety of lunch options and is located across the road.
Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For bookings, please contact: Jane at 01830 520441 or Dorian at 01661 853623
Build your own beehive!
As part of their Community Heritage Fund-ed project, the Redesdale Beekeeping Group is running a short course on assembling flat-pack beehives for members of the public. Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the importance of native bees in Redesdale.
The session is aimed at those interested in taking up beekeeping, with the opportunity to purchase your own beehive for £200 (approx.). They will take place on 1st, 15th, 21st February and 7th, 21st March, 10:30 – 15:30 at Rochester Village Hall.
Coffee and tea are provided. Please either bring a packed lunch or the Camien Cafe sells a variety of lunch options and is located across the road.
Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For bookings, please contact: Jane at 01830 520441 or Dorian at 01661 853623
