
Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck
Tue 17 Nov · 18:00
Great North Museum: Hancock
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On November 17 at 6:00 PM, local naturalist Mark Welfare will lead a guided exploration at the Great North Museum: Hancock in Newcastle. The event delves into the varied habitats and flora of the Wansbeck Valley, offering an engaging insight into this picturesque area. Admission is priced between £4.00 and £5.00, providing participants with the opportunity to learn about the local ecosystem from a knowledgeable expert.
Join local naturalist Mark Welfare for an engaging exploration of the habitats and plant life of the beautiful Wansbeck Valley.
Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck
Key Information
Speaker: Mark Welfare
Event length: Tuesday 17 November, 6pm to 7:30pm
Meet at: NHSN Council Room, Level 2, Great North Museum: Hancock
Event cost: £4 NHSN Members, £5 Non-members
About this Event
Join local naturalist Mark Welfare for an engaging exploration of the habitats and plant life of the beautiful Wansbeck Valley. In this session, Mark will share how he fell in love with the flora of the Wansbeck, highlighting some of its special habitats, notable plant species, ancient woodland indicators, and remarkable trees.
The talk will also include a brief introduction to wildlife and plant recording, and why documenting local nature matters.
Mark is a keen amateur general naturalist with particular interests in biological recording, the Wansbeck Valley, hoverflies, bees, moths, and plants. His enthusiasm and local knowledge offer a fascinating insight into one of Northumberland’s treasured landscapes.
Perfect for anyone with an interest in local wildlife, botany, conservation, or the natural history of the Wansbeck Valley.
Light refreshments provided.
Part of the Tuesdays @ 'The Hancock' series.
Join us on Tuesday evenings for talks and events exploring the stories behind natural history. View more events in this series here: Tuesdays @ 'The Hancock' by NHSN Events | Eventbrite
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Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck takes place on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 at 18:00.
Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck is held at Great North Museum: Hancock in Newcastle upon Tyne (Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4PT).
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Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck
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On November 17 at 6:00 PM, local naturalist Mark Welfare will lead a guided exploration at the Great North Museum: Hancock in Newcastle. The event delves into the varied habitats and flora of the Wansbeck Valley, offering an engaging insight into this picturesque area. Admission is priced between £4.00 and £5.00, providing participants with the opportunity to learn about the local ecosystem from a knowledgeable expert.
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Join local naturalist Mark Welfare for an engaging exploration of the habitats and plant life of the beautiful Wansbeck Valley.
Habitats and flora of my favourite place: The Wansbeck
Key Information
Speaker: Mark Welfare
Event length: Tuesday 17 November, 6pm to 7:30pm
Meet at: NHSN Council Room, Level 2, Great North Museum: Hancock
Event cost: £4 NHSN Members, £5 Non-members
About this Event
Join local naturalist Mark Welfare for an engaging exploration of the habitats and plant life of the beautiful Wansbeck Valley. In this session, Mark will share how he fell in love with the flora of the Wansbeck, highlighting some of its special habitats, notable plant species, ancient woodland indicators, and remarkable trees.
The talk will also include a brief introduction to wildlife and plant recording, and why documenting local nature matters.
Mark is a keen amateur general naturalist with particular interests in biological recording, the Wansbeck Valley, hoverflies, bees, moths, and plants. His enthusiasm and local knowledge offer a fascinating insight into one of Northumberland’s treasured landscapes.
Perfect for anyone with an interest in local wildlife, botany, conservation, or the natural history of the Wansbeck Valley.
Light refreshments provided.
Part of the Tuesdays @ 'The Hancock' series.
Join us on Tuesday evenings for talks and events exploring the stories behind natural history. View more events in this series here: Tuesdays @ 'The Hancock' by NHSN Events | Eventbrite
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