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
Fully Booked - Summer Wildlife Guided Walk - Warkworth
Wednesday 19th August
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting Place: Warkworth Beach car park
Join us for a Summer Wildlife spectacular as we explore the fantastic Coquet Estuary and Warkworth dunes!
There is so much exciting wildlife to see at this time of year, from migrating birds to stunning butterflies.
This event is now fully booked.
Fully Booked - Migration Special Guided Walk - Boulmer
Tuesday 25th August
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting Place: Boulmer Beach car park
Migration season has begun, meaning this is very exciting time of year to see a fantastic variety of shorebirds retuning to our coast!
This event is now fully booked.
Wild Wednesday at Woodhorn Museum
Wednesday 26th August
Time: 11am - 3pm
Pop in to see us for for fun and games at Woodhorn Museum as part of their Wild Wednesdays events!
More information about their events can be found here: www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/woodhorn/whats-on/family-craft-activities
Newbiggin Guided Walk
Thursday 3rd September
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting place: Newbiggin Maritime Centre
Join us for a guided walk along East Sea Sands - one of the best places to see shorebirds on the Northumberland coast!
Boulmer Guided Walk
Wednesday 23rd September
Time: 10am -12pm
Meeting place: Boulmer Beach car park
A fantastic opportunity to see a large variety of different shorebirds all in one place!
Coquet Estuary Bird Watch
Saturday 26th September
Time: 10am - 12:30pm
Where: Amble Braid next to Coquet Shorebase Trust (w3w///gaps.regularly.multiply)
No booking required, simply pop along at any time to discover the fantastic wildlife feeding on the mud flats at this time of year.
World Migratory Bird Day - Beadnell
Saturday 10th October
Time: 10am-12pm
Meeting place: Harbour Road parking (w3w///years.sunblock.supported)
Join us on Beadnell Haven Beach to celebrate the global phenomenon that is bird migration!
Warkworth Dog Walk
Friday 16th October
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting place: Warkworth Beach car park
A very special guided walk for dogs and their owners to watch the birds, followed by a run and sniff on Warkworth Beach!
Booking is essential - please let us know how many dogs and humans are coming!
Newton-by-the-Sea Guided Walk
Saturday 24th October
Time: 10am - 13:00pm
Meeting Place: St Mary's Church (w3w///grid.surveyors.outlawing)
Join us for an extended guided walk around Newton-by-the-Sea to discover the fantastic habitats that make this area so special for wildlife.
Boulmer Guided Walk
Thursday 29th October
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Meeting Place: Boulmer Beach car park
Boulmer Beach is a haven for shorebirds - join us to learn tips about how to tell the different species apart!
Stag Rock Bird Watch
Tuesday 3rd November
Time: 11am - 1pm
Meeting place: The Wynding parking bays (w3w///rooting.sandbags.pill)
Stag Rock is the best place to see Purple Sandpiper in the whole of mainland England!
Newbiggin Guided Walk
Saturday 7th November
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting Place: Newbiggin Maritime Centre
Another chance to join us for a guided walk along East Sea Sands - one of the best places to see shorebirds in the whole of Northumberland!
Warkworth Guided Walk
Wednesday 25th November
Time: 10am - 12pm
Meeting Place: Warkworth Beach car park
Saltmarsh, mudflats and dune grassland habitats all in one guided walk! There is so much wildlife to see here!
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.