Weetslade Country Park
A former colliery site, this reserve has been extensively landscaped to create a wildlife haven on the edge of the city benefiting from a number of diverse habitats.
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Josh has been lucky to grow up in this beautiful landscape. We’re here to make sure his children can do the same.
Weetslade guided walk
Tour Weetslade Country Park and discover fascinating facts about the site.
Swap Slade for Weetslade this Christmas
This festive season, Northumberland Wildlife Trust is encouraging everybody to swap Slade for Weetslade by taking part in its annual Winter Trail at Weetslade Country Park.
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…
It’s time to get arty at Weetslade
Northumberland Wildlife Trust is inviting members of the public to get arty at Weetslade Country Park this April and better still… it’s all free!
Weetslade autumn trail
A self-led, downloadable family-friendly trail to learn about autumn wildlife at Weetslade.
Escape to Weetslade
A group of 60 pupils from Amberley Primary School in Killingworth escaped the classroom recently and went wild on a North Tyneside nature reserve.
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…
Questions about Trust reserves
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Weetslade ready for spring
Northumberland Wildlife Trust has been busy working at a North Tyneside beauty spot to ensure it’s in pristine condition for the start of the warmer weather.
Weetslade hedgehog walk
Join a member of our team as we set off in search of our favourite prickly creature.