AONB Events Programme 2010
Explore the North Pennines in the company of expert guides and uncover the area's special qualities. The programme is packed full of 26 exciting events between March and October 2010
Get hold of a programme
The North Pennines AONB Events Programme 2010 is a section within the North Pennines Pocket Guide 2010/11. To get hold of a paper copy of the Pocket Guide call the AONB Staff Unit on 01388 528801 or send an email to info@northpenninesaonb.org.uk. Alternatively download Part 2 of the Pocket Guide, including full listings of the events in the programme, by clicking on the link below. Events marked with an asterisk do not appear in the Pocket Guide - phone 01388 528801 for details.
At a glance...
12 May - Ales and Tales at The Crown pub, Catton*
13 and 14 May - Building Conservation Taster Days at Blanchland*
14 May - Water vole training - Workshop; Nature & Wildlife
16 May - Ales and Tales at The Cumberland Hotel, Alston*
Remember the Northern Rocks Festival starts on Sat 22 May!
25 May - Grapevine storytelling evening at The Lord Crewe Arms, Blanchland*
10 June - Water vole training - Workshop; Nature & wildlife
12 June - Grouse Moor Secrets - Guided walk; Nature/wildlife
12 June - What's the Buzz? (Mickleton) - Workshop, Nature/wildlife
13 June - What's the Buzz? (Cowshill) - Workshop, Nature/wildlife
19 & 20 June - Hay - What's all the Fuss? - Exhibition, Suitable for children, Nature/wildlife
20 June - Meadow Magic, Memories & Management - Guided walk; Nature/wildlife
25 June - Where Curlews Call at Newbiggin Village Hall*
27 June - Poverty, Dumplings & Red, Red Wine - Guided walk; Nature/wildlife; Suitable for children
6 July - Off the Beaten Track 1: The Basics - Guided walk
9 July - Off the Beaten Track 2: The Next Steps - Guided walk
13 July - Off the Beaten Track 3: Traverse to the Nick - Guided walk
17 July - Secrets of Bollihope - Guided walk
24 July - Woodland Magic and Mystery - Art/craft activity; Nature/wildlife; Guided walk; Suitable for children
7 Aug - How Deep is our Peat? - Guided walk; Workshop
19 Aug - Discover Slitt Wood - Guided walk, Rockwalk
21 Aug - Roaming with Romans - Guided walk
11 Sep - Travel back in time - Vintage bus trip around Blanchland area
12 Sep - Across to the Nick - Guided walk, Rockwalk
21 Sep - Doon the Waggonway - Family storytelling event in Blanchland
29 Sep - Blanchland – the Making of a Village - Guided walk, Rockwalk
16 October - Walling Taster Day - Workshop
International Year of Biodiversity
The UN has declared 2010 the International Year of Biodiversity. Look out for events in the programme badged as 'Nature/wildlife' - these are some excellent local chances to find out about biodiversity on your doorstep.
Booking events
Most events are advance booking only - to ensure enjoyment and safety for each group. Leaders will not accept you without a booking. Details on who to book with are included in the programme - if in doubt call the AONB Partnership on 01388 528801 for further information. If you are unable to attend an event you have booked on please contact the organisation you booked with - there may be a waiting list.
Costs
Events are free unless a specific cost is stated in the programme. If a payment is required you will be advised how to make it when you book.
Walk grades
Easy - suitable for most people. Easy, comfortable walking, may be some stiles.
Moderate - typically a country walk with some hills, stiles and muddy paths. Boots advisable.
Hard - hill walks with steep, strenuous climbs. Rough moorland. Boots essential
