Big Waters
A Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Big Waters features a mix of habitats including the largest subsidence pond in the region, providing home to diverse wildlife.
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Fabulous events at five wildlife reserves this Easter
Forget five gold rings! It’s five fab reserves this Easter as Northumberland Wildlife Trust gets set to host a whole a programme of holiday events at five of its nature reserves.
Common by Nature: Walking at Weetslade
Located no more than a stone’s throw from the bustling heart of Newcastle, yet rife with splendid views, vibrant blooms and great wildlife, Weetslade Country Park is somewhat unique on a local…
Weetslade guided walk
Tour Weetslade Country Park and discover fascinating facts about the site.
Weetslade guided walk
Tour Weetslade Country Park and discover fascinating facts about the site.
Weetslade guided walk
Tour Weetslade Country Park and discover fascinating facts about the site.
History
Northumberland Wildlife Trust - History
Boxing clever on Northumberland nature reserves
Volunteers at Northumberland Wildlife Trust have been busy assembling 110 small bird boxes for installation at a number of the wildlife charity’s nature reserves.
Events and activities
Northumberland Wildlife Trust - Events and Activities (Events, Hauxley Workshops, Gardening, Activity Downloads)
Common by Nature: Weetslade - a parched paradise
Walking at Weetslade Country Park this past weekend, the rolling grasslands of the former colliery site appeared almost Mediterranean. Parched grasses, sapped by what seems like an eternity of…
Hot weather continues to affect nature reserves
The hot weather, although glorious, is having an effect on Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s 60 reserves, resulting in staff receiving telephone calls from concerned members of the public.
Constructions specialists supporting work on nature reserves
A donation of £1,000 from construction specialists Thompsons of Prudhoe has enabled Northumberland Wildlife Trust to carry out important practical conservation work on two of its South…