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Big Garden Birdwatch weekend
Take part in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch and survey the birds living at Tredegar House this January. Borrow a pair of binoculars from the gift shop for a £5 donation and head out into the parkland to see which species you can spot. Bird food will also be available for a suggested donation of 50p.
Tredegar House Pencarn Way, Newport
Sat 26 Jan 19 and Sun 27 Jan
Birdwatching for Beginners Guided Walk
enjoy the birdwatching for beginners guided walk on Saturday 26 January, 9.30am–11.30pm. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and get some practice in before the biggest wildlife survey of the year.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sat 26 Jan 19
Bird of Prey Day
Festival Park Owl Sanctuary are bringing a group of feathered friends for us to meet at Newport Wetlands, with a variety of owls, hawks and falcons that have been rescued and are unable to return to the wild.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sun 27 Jan, Sun 24 Feb
World Wetlands Day Walk
A guided walk to explore the reedbeds and Severn Estuary on this International Day to celebrate the world’s wonderful wetlands. Booking essential - Call 01633 636363.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sat 2 Feb 19
East Usk Lighthouse 125 Year Celebration Talk/Walk
Andrew Hemmings, author of Secret Newport, will be telling the story of the East Usk Lighthouse, marking it’s 125th anniversary.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sat 9 Feb 19
Waders for Beginners Guided Walk
Join us on a guided walk to discover more about wetland waders. We’ll look at the plumage, structure, behaviour, size and habitat preferences of waders on the estuary and lagoons.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Fri 15 Feb 19
The Big Bird Box Build
We want to do our part for National Nest Box week - so come along and make your own nest box for your garden. Discover what birds might use it and how to look after it. Booking essential - Call 01633 636363.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Mon 18 Feb, Mon 25 Feb
Behind the scenes tours
Are you ready to explore the depths of Tredegar House£ Join our ’behind the scenes’ tours and uncover the secrets among the cellars. Ever wondered what’s hidden inside the rooms not open to the public£ Well now’s your chance to see!
Tredegar House Pencarn Way, Newport
Sun 24 Feb, Sun 3 Mar, Wed 27 Mar
Binocular and Telescope Weekend
Come along to our binocular and telescope demo weekend and take a closer look at the wildlife wonders at RSPB Newport Wetlands. You will have the opportunity to try out our fantastic range of binoculars and telescopes.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sat 2 Mar, Sat 30 Mar
Quiet hour at Tredegar House
As part of Disabled Access Day, this year we are opening Tredegar House an hour early. During this quiet hour music will be turned down while light level will be increased to welcome those who may encounter obstacles when visiting during peak times.
Tredegar House Pencarn Way, Newport
Sat 16 Mar 19
Behind the scenes tours
Are you ready to explore the depths of Tredegar House£ Join our ’behind the scenes’ tours and uncover the secrets among the cellars. Ever wondered what’s hidden inside the rooms not open to the public£ Well now’s your chance to see!
Tredegar House Pencarn Way, Newport
Wed 3 Apr 19 to Sat 6 Apr
Writing in The Wild by Lucy Christopher
Join award winning author, Lucy Christopher, to discover how writing in the wild and using setting can be an inspiring starting point for fiction.
RSPB Newport Wetlands West Nash Road, Nash, Newport
Sat 6 Apr 19
Easter holidays
The promise of springtime and warmer weather is a great reason to get out and about this Easter. Engage your senses and adventure through the house and gardens on a trail to discover the spring blooms and wakening wildlife, before ticking off some of the ‘50 things’ with our team. Booking not needed.
Tredegar House Pencarn Way, Newport
Sun 7 Apr, Sun 14 Apr, Sun 21 Apr, Sun 28 Apr
Dancing With The Stars Weekend
Spend the weekend with the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel in South Wales.
Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Fri 26 Apr 19 to Sun 28 Apr
Newport UFO and Paranormal Conference 2019
Join us for a very informative look at UFOs and the Paranormal. We have lined up some major speakers and stall holders. Places are limited to 180. Book early to avoid disappointment.
See our website www.newportufoandparanormalconference2019.site123.me
See us on Facebook by the same name.
Lysaghts Institute
Orb Drive
Newport NP19 ORA
Sun 9 Jun 19
Dancing With The Stars Weekend
Spend the weekend with the stars of BBC Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel in South Wales.
Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Fri 5 Jul 19 to Sun 7 Jul