Celebrate National Meadows Day

On Saturday, July 2nd the North Pennines AONB Partnership are holding a blooming wonderful event at Bowlees Visitor Centre in Upper Teesdale in celebration of National Meadows Day. Marvellous Meadows is a free event that includes family-friendly activities from 1-1.30, a guided wildflower and bumblebee walk from the centre to Wynch Bridge End between 1.30-3.30 and back to Bowlees for some more crafty creations until 4pm. For more information call 01388 528801.

The South Tynedale Railway is also holding a Heritage Weekend on Saturday and Sunday with opportunities to learn about willow weaving, quilt making, jewellery making and more.

So why not make a weekend of it and enjoy both events by booking a short break now? – see our special offers for last minute prices.

Bowlees-field with orchids

Bowlees-field with orchids