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Summer Insects
Join Entomologist Gordon Port from the Natural History Society of Northumbria on this walk discovering insects.
Situated in the lower Derwent Valley this section of the Land of Oak & Iron is a mixed landscape of woodland, meadows, riverside and historic monuments.
On this guided insect walk local entomologist Gordon Port will help identify the rich insect life to be found in the area.
Summer is a great time to observe insects – during the walk the differences between the major groups of insects will be described, some iconic species will be identified, and their intriguing life-histories discussed.
Please bring a hand lens if you have one and dress appropriately with stout footwear, waterproofs may be necessary depending on the weather. The walk will be on regular pathways with some slight gradients.
Sorry, no dogs please
We’re expecting this walk to be really popular and sell out quickly, so please book soon to avoid disappointment.
Situated in the lower Derwent Valley this section of the Land of Oak & Iron is a mixed landscape of woodland, meadows, riverside and historic monuments.
On this guided insect walk local entomologist Gordon Port will help identify the rich insect life to be found in the area.
Summer is a great time to observe insects – during the walk the differences between the major groups of insects will be described, some iconic species will be identified, and their intriguing life-histories discussed.
Please bring a hand lens if you have one and dress appropriately with stout footwear, waterproofs may be necessary depending on the weather. The walk will be on regular pathways with some slight gradients.
Sorry, no dogs please
We’re expecting this walk to be really popular and sell out quickly, so please book soon to avoid disappointment.
Saturday 29 Jul 2023
Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre, Spa Well Road, Winlaton Mill, Blaydon on Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE21 6RU
Walk takes place between 1:00pm and 3:00pm and costs £9.50 per ticket.
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