Events
The Northumberland coast is internationally important for shorebirds and there are some incredible natural spectacles playing out right here on our shores. Through our events we aim to help you learn more about the wildlife we are so lucky to have on our doorstep.
All events are free, although prior booking is required – booking form at the end of the page.
Below are just a few examples of the types of events you can get involved with:
Shorebirds for Beginners – guided walks and bird watches
Shorebird identification can be tricky, but we can help you tell your sanderling from your dunlin!
These two-hour sessions are delivered by our wildlife rangers from some of our favourite bird watching spots along the Northumberland coast.
Dogs on leads are very welcome to join us too!
Dog Ranger Exclusive guided walks
Exclusively for our Dog Rangers!
During these events, we will go for a walk to see the birds you are protecting, and talk about the best places to have a good run and splash in the sea without disturbing wildlife.
Some walking on the lead will be required, but there will be a chance to have run along the beach too!
Pop-up Events and Stalls
Set up with our eye-catching gazebo, flag and models of our feathered friends!
Come and see us at some fantastic spots along the coast to learn about our incredible shorebirds.
We’ll have our telescopes set up too to get great views of the birds using the shore.
UPCOMING DATES
Pop Up Stall at Newbiggin Maritime Centre
Wednesday 29th October
Time: 10am-3pm
Come and see us at Newbiggin Maritime Centre where we will be set up with our telescopes looking out over the bay, plus we will have activities for all ages to get involved with!
No booking required for this event, just pop along at any time!
Stag Rock Bird Watch
Thursday 30th October
Time: 10am-12pm
Meeting Place: Parking bays above Stag Rock (w3w//mills.scouted.joystick)
Stag Rock is the best place in mainland England to see one of our star species - purple sandpiper!
Book your place using the form below.
Wader Conservation World Watch - Coquet Estuary
Saturday 1st November
Time: 10am - 12noon - stay as long or a short as you like
Meeting Place: Amble Braid - adjacent to the Shorebase Trust (w3w///chum.system.wasp)
This is a great place to watch the throng of birds that rest and feed on the Coquet Estuary. Join us and people all over the globe for Wader Quest's Wader Conservation World Watch all standing together to say I care about what is happening to the world's waders.
No booking necessary - just drop in.
Wader Conservation World Watch - Stag Rock
Saturday 1st November
Time: 2pm-4pm
Meeting Place: Nr Bamburgh, parking bays above Stag Rock (w3w//mills.scouted.joystick)
This is the best place to watch the mighty purple sandpiper in England. Join us and people all over the globe for Wader Quest's Wader Conservation World Watch all standing together to say I care about what is happening to the world's waders.
No booking necessary - just drop in.
Newbiggin Guided Walk
Tuesday 18th November
Time: 10am-12pm
Meeting Place: Newbiggin Maritime Centre
Join us for a gentle stroll along the shore towards Beacon Point - one of the best places to see shorebirds in Northumberland!
Book your place using the form below.
Coquet Estuary Guided Walk - Fully Booked
Saturday 22nd November
This popular guided walk is now fully booked!
We will be adding more Coquet estuary dates in the coming months, so keep an eye out for updates on here and on our socials.
Time: 1-3pm
Meeting Place: Warkworth Beach Car Park
Come and learn all about the fantastic waders and wildfowl which call the Coquet Estuary home at this time of year!
Book your place using the form below.
Beadnell Bird Watch
Friday 5th December
Time: 10am -12pm
Meeting Place: Beadnell village green opposite the convenience store (w3w///distilled.coveted.formation)
The mosaic of rocky and muddy shore here creates the perfect feeding and roosting grounds for many different shorebird species.
Book your place using the form below.
Low Newton-by-the-Sea Dog Ranger Walk
Saturday 13th December
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting Place: Low Newton beach (w3w///detonated.rang.warns)
Join us for a guided bird watch and dog walk along the beach to see the birds, stopping off at National Trust's Newton Pool bird hide on the way back.
Book your place using the form below.
Please note:
- Walking along uneven ground will be undertaken during guide walks and bird watches.
- Waterproofs, warm clothing and boots are recommended.
- Binoculars will be provided if you do not have your own.
- In the case of extreme weather conditions, events may be postponed. We will directly contact those booked onto the events should this occur.