
Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk
11°C · 42% rain
Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
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A guided walk at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve will take place, led by the conservation team. Participants will learn about future plans for the nature reserve and have the opportunity to share their thoughts. The event is free to attend.
A guided tour of Rainton Meadows with our conservation team, you will hear our plans for the nature reserve and can share your thoughts.
In 2025, thanks to our generous supporters, we were able to secure additional land and expand Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve. Now we are looking to the future of the new land and the wider reserve.
You can view our plans for habitat restoration, access to nature and find out more about our work for wildlife in this much-loved space at the showcase in the Bellamy Room.
This guided walk will offer an opportunity to hear more about those plans, discuss them with our conservation team and share your thoughts.
Booking is essential. All welcome, but the walk - scheduled to last approximately an hour - will involve lots of stops and discussions, so may not be suitable for children. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Please wear weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear.
Please get in touch if you have any questions or concerns about terrain/accessibility: support@durhamwt.co.uk (mailto:support@durhamwt.co.uk)
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Frequently asked questions
Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk takes place on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 13:30.
Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is held at Rainton Meadows in Durham (Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU).
Entry to Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is free.
The forecast for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is Light drizzle · 11°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Rainton Meadows can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
A guided walk at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve will take place, led by the conservation team. Participants will learn about future plans for the nature reserve and have the opportunity to share their thoughts. The event is free to attend.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
A guided tour of Rainton Meadows with our conservation team, you will hear our plans for the nature reserve and can share your thoughts.
In 2025, thanks to our generous supporters, we were able to secure additional land and expand Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve. Now we are looking to the future of the new land and the wider reserve.
You can view our plans for habitat restoration, access to nature and find out more about our work for wildlife in this much-loved space at the showcase in the Bellamy Room.
This guided walk will offer an opportunity to hear more about those plans, discuss them with our conservation team and share your thoughts.
Booking is essential. All welcome, but the walk - scheduled to last approximately an hour - will involve lots of stops and discussions, so may not be suitable for children. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Please wear weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear.
Please get in touch if you have any questions or concerns about terrain/accessibility: support@durhamwt.co.uk (mailto:support@durhamwt.co.uk)
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WhereRainton Meadows
Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU
Hetton, Durham
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk?
Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk takes place on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 13:30.
Where is Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk taking place?
Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is held at Rainton Meadows in Durham (Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU).
How much are tickets for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk?
Entry to Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is free.
What will the weather be like at Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk?
The forecast for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk is Light drizzle · 11°C. Blustery — expect a wind-swept afternoon.
Is there anywhere to stay near Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Rainton Meadows can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk?
Tickets for Rainton Meadows: past, present and future showcase: guided walk can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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feels like 6°C · chance of rain 42% · wind 29 km/h
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Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU
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