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15 February 2012
Explore the woodlands seeingit as you have never seen it before.Find out about some of the trees and make some woodland crafts(leaf art,hazel tree bangles, bark rubbings).
Contact reception for further details Tel:0191 389 0986
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12 February 2012
11am (2.5 hours)
3 miles (Medium)
Start at northwest entrance to Hawthorn Dene, outside Kinley Hall livery at the end of surfaced road marked ‘no through road’ from north end of Hawthorn village, near Easington Colliery.
GR NZ424459 OS Map 88, Explorer 308
Buses: Arriva 23, 31, Go North ...
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13 February 2012
1.00pm to 3.00pm
A chance for some family fun having a go at this ancient sport in the comfort of the Summerhill Visitor Centre. No experience necessary, all equipment provided. Age 11 years upwards. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £5.50 standard; £3.30 concessionary.
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14 February 2012
1.00pm to 3.00pm
Put your wellies on for a chance to splodge and splash around the far reaches of Summerhill seeing what you can find in the forest. Wrap up warm. Suitable for any welly wearer. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £4.70 standard; £2.60 concessionary.
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15 February 2012
10.30am to 11.45am
Have fun on the Summerhill indoor climbing wall learning the basic techniques of climbing and playing games. Improve your strength and balance whilst having maximum fun. Ages 6 to 9 years. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £3.30
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15 February 2012
1.00pm to 3.00pm
A chance to take your bow and have a go at this ancient sport in the comfort of the Summerhill Visitor Centre. No experience required and all equipment provided. Ages 11 to 16 years. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £3.30
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16 February 2012
1.00pm to 3.00pm
Join the Summerhill team to make natural outdoor sculptures in the woodland of Summerhill. Wear old but warm clothes. 5 to 11 years but not suitable for buggies. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £2.60
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17 February 2012
10.00am to 12.00
Have fun and get fit at the same time with some sporty games in the Summerhill Visitor Centre. Age 6 to 10 years. Booking essential on (01429) 284584.
Cost £3.30
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26 February 2012
10am – 2pm
Another chance to sample a volunteer day with the Countryside team and Summerhill team. Learn about laying a hedge to enhance it for its wildlife value. Wear old waterproofs and stout footwear. All equipment provided. Bring a packed lunch. Booking essential, ring 01429 284584.
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13 February 2012
Book in advance for this fun event from 10 to 11.30am. Trained instructors will help your child learn to cycle without stabilisers. Children must be accompanied by an adult, wear a helmet and bring their own bike. To book, contact Paul Adams TEL: (0191) 643 6125 or email paul.adams@northtyneside.gov...
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14 February 2012
Book in advance for this event for National Nest Box Week by building your own box to take home. Suitable for children aged five and over. We will be using hammers, nails and saws. Book a morning session from 10am – noon or an afternoon 1pm – 3pm. Entry £4 per child. Meet at the Environmental Educat...
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18 February 2012
Join the park manager on a leisurely, informative tour of Richardson Dees Park and Wallsend Civic Hall Grounds. View an interesting range of historic photographs and compare past with present. From 2-4pm, phone in advance to book TEL: (0191) 643 7897.
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20 February 2012
Fancy yourself as the next Robin Hood? Then why not try your hand at archery? Sessions are designed for all abilities and led by a fully qualified instructor. No equipment required. Wear a long sleeved top. To book TEL: (0191) 643 2241. Sessions are also held on Tuesdays at Burradon Recreation Ce...
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26 February 2012
Escape the kids and spend a day in the great outdoors. Take part in this small group event tailored to your skills. Try fire making, shelter building and nature identification. Bring a packed lunch, we will do some campfire cooking. Wear warm, waterproof clothes and strong footwear. From 10am – 3p...
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10 March 2012
Enjoy an introduction to a traditional craft and learn some sawing, cutting and carving skills and about the qualities of various woods. You will be shown how to recognise trees and work on your own spoon to take away with you. Requires a minimum of four people to go ahead. From 10am – 3pm. Entry £...
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17 March 2012
Join our warden to learn how to use a map and explore the wider park using your new skills on a newly developed course. Suitable for families with children aged 7 and over. Accessible route for buggies. Saturdays on March 17, April 14 and May 20. From 10am – 12.30pm. Entry £1.50. To book TEL (0191) ...
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03 April 2012
Children can get creative by choosing and then painting their favourite ceramic creature . Use acrylic paints to decorate it and take it away with you on the day. Contact Reception TEL: (0191) 643 2241 or email risingsun@northtyneside.gov.uk for a Ceramic Arts booking form which must be completed a...
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04 April 2012
Children will love to decorate a chick’s egg for Easter at this fun family farm event and roll it down Scaffold Hill. Put some spring in your step with a warden-led walk to find out about what is growing and the wonder of wildlife. Enjoy seeing baby farm animals and reading farmyard tales in the mob...
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05 April 2012
Hone your fire making skills, shelter building and nature identification in a course geared for a small group and tailored to your experience. Bring a packed lunch and enjoy some campfire cooking. Suitable for children aged over 8 and their parents. Entry £5 per person (children and adults). From 10...
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11 April 2012
Do your bit to help improve the biodiversity and wildlife habitats at Rising Sun Country Park by planting wildflower plugs in the nature reserve. Suitable for the whole family. Morning session meet at 10.30am or afternoon session at 1.30pm. Free for all the family.
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16 April 2012
Yoga helps you increase flexibility, physical strength while learning the benefits of relaxation for reducing stress and tension. These beginners sessions are run by a qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher. Bring a yoga mat. For more information or to book TEL: (0191) 285 2516. From. 10.30am -12 n...
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26 May 2012
Our annual garden party in the Green is slightly earlier in the year in 2012. Come and see our renowned plant stall and join in the fun with tombola, games forchildren,cakes
and teas. Starts at 11.00am.
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08 July 2012
Come and listen to local musicans performing in the Green. Guitarists, folk singers and traditional Northumbrian music. Bring you own seat and picnic. Starts at 2.00pm.
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21 November 2011
The Park now has its very own downloadable app for its Art and Heritage. Its multi sensory, geo sensitve and just very good! It is suitable for i phone and i pads and is available on i tunes.
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07 October 2011
A chance to get in horticultural activties in the Park aimed at independant adults.The group meet every wednesday from 2 till 4pm throughout the year. Places are limited so contact the Park Rangers on 0191 455 4031 for detals and availability.
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07 October 2011
Why not get the walking boots dusted off and join our walking group as they explore a variety of walks starting off in the Park along a variety of routes including our stunning triple SSI magnesium coastline cliffs and follow our art trail along the banks of the Tyne. All walks are easy to moderate ...