Join us on an archaeological treasure hunt! This will be a Level 1 Archaeological Survey training event for those wishing to learn about how to begin a survey of potential archaeological features, ranging from prehistoric to post-medieval.
We will be using information including Lidar images and aerial photos as well as learning how to look for clues in the landscape. Bring waterproof boots or wellies and be prepared to walk over rough and boggy terrain.
To book contact Karen on 07741 194309 or email karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Discover the beauty and diversity of Redesdale’ moths on one of our free, morning Moth Trap Training events, which will enable residents of Redesdale to enter Hidden Redesdale’s free Moth Trap Loan Scheme
Come along to one of our FREE training events to participate in our FREE equipment loan scheme!
To book please contact us at info@hiddenredesdale.co.uk or phone 07394 6344 31.
Discover the beauty and diversity of Redesdale’ moths on one of our free, morning Moth Trap Training events, which will enable residents of Redesdale to enter Hidden Redesdale’s free Moth Trap Loan Scheme
Come along to one of our FREE training events to participate in our FREE equipment loan scheme!
To book please contact us at info@hiddenredesdale.co.uk or phone 07394 6344 31.
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features
12th-16th and 19th-23rd August 2019
In partnership with Operation Nightingale, we will be carrying out an archaeological excavation of possible prehistoric features in the Bellshiel area of the Otterburn Ranges. Operation Nightingale is a military initiative, which uses archaeology to aid recovery of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. The features we plan to investigate include a possible Bronze Age Ring Cairn, prehistoric clearance cairn or burial monument and a linear earthwork.
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Join us to help investigate up to 10 circular mounds of stone and earth near Fawdon Hill Iron Age settlement.
25th Sept – detailed archaeological survey of features
26th and 27th Sept – excavation of sample mounds
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Join us to help investigate up to 10 circular mounds of stone and earth near Fawdon Hill Iron Age settlement.
25th Sept – detailed archaeological survey of features
26th and 27th Sept – excavation of sample mounds
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
Join us to help investigate up to 10 circular mounds of stone and earth near Fawdon Hill Iron Age settlement.
25th Sept – detailed archaeological survey of features
26th and 27th Sept – excavation of sample mounds
No previous experience necessary. For full details and to book contact Karen Collins, Heritage and Engagement Officer on 07741 194309, karen.collins@nnpa.org.uk
We will be in Redesdale on September 19th, working with our corporate partners to improve the diversity of Redesdale’s wildflower meadows.
Would you like to help re-flower Redesdale? We are working with farmers and local groups to identify meadows and green spaces, which could have their floral diversity improved.
Please get in touch if you would like to be involved in Redesdale’s wildflower renaissance: Jennifer.Care@northwt.org.uk
Do you have eight-legged visitors in and around your home? Get a closer look at some of these helpful residents. Discover how to identify your common spiders, where to find them and learn about their biology and behaviour. This event may include a short spider hunt.
This event is suitable for ages 6+. All persons under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join us for an update on our Battle of Otterburn project! Find out about our investigation into where and how the battle took place, and how you can help demystify this enigmatic event.
The first part of the meeting (about an hour) will be dealing with our review of primary sources for the battle and the plans for our review of the secondary literature. All are welcome to join us for that but feel free to come along a bit later if you wish.
The second part of the meeting will focus on a more general update/discussion and our proposal to create a new battlefield society for Otterburn.
If you planning to attend the meeting please let Karen know by email to Karen.Collins@nnpa.org.uk
We are hosting a River Survey Training Event at West Woodburn on 11-12 July, 10am-4pm.
This is a new way for river enthusiasts to get involved in a habitat-scale assessment assessing physical structure of a river in relation to river fly, fish or aquatic plants, and will help with River Rede monitoring. The training is aimed at those who have some existing river survey experience such as Riverfly or Adopt a Stream, but other river enthusiasts are welcome.
Event is free, but advance booking is essential. email: info@revitalisingredesdale.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 and their families in the late 19th Century.
Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period. We will also take a short stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. We will also visit Byrness Church and the Old School.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed.
Accompanied children go free.
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 and their families in the late 19th Century.
Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period. We will also take a short stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. We will also visit Byrness Church and the Old School.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed.
Accompanied children go free.
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 and their families in the late 19th Century.
Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period. We will also take a short stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. We will also visit Byrness Church and the Old School.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed.
Accompanied children go free.
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 and their families in the late 19th Century.
Lovingly restored it contains many artefacts of the period. We will also take a short stroll through the woodland to the Dam Wall to view the reservoir, passing some remarkable features of Victorian engineering on the way. We will also visit Byrness Church and the Old School.
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed.
Accompanied children go free.
Enter the hidden world of Elsdon’s Bats on this guided bat walk with Wild Intrigue. Learn how to use Magenta 4 bat detectors to identify these elusive mammals, a skill which residents of Redesdale can then apply at home as part of the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
Suitable for all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a warm layer.
Booking is essential – spaces are free and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Please inform Wild Intrigue if you have booked a place and are unable to attend, this will enable another person to join the event.
By attending this event, residents of Redesdale will have access into the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
A Wild Intrigue project, supported by Revitalising Redesdale, The National Lottery Heritage Fund and ERIC North East.
Enter the hidden world of Byrness’ Bats on this guided bat walk with Wild Intrigue. Learn how to use Magenta 4 bat detectors to identify these elusive mammals, a skill which residents of Redesdale can then apply at home as part of the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
Suitable for all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a warm layer.
Booking is essential – spaces are free and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Please inform Wild Intrigue if you have booked a place and are unable to attend, this will enable another person to join the event.
By attending this event, residents of Redesdale will have access into the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
A Wild Intrigue project, supported by Revitalising Redesdale, The National Lottery Heritage Fund and ERIC North East.
Enter the hidden world of Bellingham’s Bats on this guided bat walk with Wild Intrigue. Learn how to use Magenta 4 bat detectors to identify these elusive mammals, a skill which residents of Redesdale can then apply at home as part of the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
Suitable for all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a warm layer.
Booking is essential – spaces are free and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Please inform Wild Intrigue if you have booked a place and are unable to attend, this will enable another person to join the event.
By attending this event, residents of Redesdale will have access into the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
A Wild Intrigue project, supported by Revitalising Redesdale, The National Lottery Heritage Fund and ERIC North East.
Enter the hidden world of West Woodburn’s Bats on this guided bat walk with Wild Intrigue. Learn how to use Magenta 4 bat detectors to identify these elusive mammals, a skill which residents of Redesdale can then apply at home as part of the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
Suitable for all ages, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a warm layer.
Booking is essential – spaces are free and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Please inform Wild Intrigue if you have booked a place and are unable to attend, this will enable another person to join the event.
By attending this event, residents of Redesdale will have access into the Hidden Redesdale Bat Detector Loan Scheme.
A Wild Intrigue project, supported by Revitalising Redesdale, The National Lottery Heritage Fund and ERIC North East.
Revitalising Redesdale and our partners are currently developing a range of projects that will “inspire and enable us all to care for Redesdale.”
Revitalising Redesdale and our partners are currently developing a range of projects that will “inspire and enable us all to care for Redesdale.”
Revitalising Redesdale and our partners are currently developing a range of projects that will “inspire and enable us all to care for Redesdale.”
Revitalising Redesdale and our partners are currently developing a range of projects that will “inspire and enable us all to care for Redesdale.”
