
Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods
Sat 31 Oct · 10:00
Thornley Woodlands Café
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10°C · 21% rain
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The Winter Bird Walk at Thornley Woods is set for 31 October 2026, starting from Thornley Woodlands Café in Rowlands Gill. Led by NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison, the walk will focus on observing local bird species in the Derwent Valley. Attendance is free of charge.
Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent Valley searching for the birds that call the area home.
About this event
Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent valley searching for the elegant and elusive birds that call the area home.
This walk is appropriate for both beginner and advanced birders. Some likely species for this walk include: Red Kite, Dipper, Redwing, Fieldfare, Grey Wagtail, Tawny Owl, Jay, Mandarin Duck.
Some sections of the route include steep paths, so please wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for a few uphill stretches...
Essential Information
Event lead: Matthew Harrison
Event length: 1 session, Saturday 31 October, 10.00 am - 12.30 pm (approx)
Event structure: Informal walk
Level: Beginner/Enthusiast
Meet at: Thornley Woodlands Café, W3W: guess.loses.green, Grid ref: NZ 17850 60410
Accessibility: Thornley Woodlands Centre has free but limited parking, plus a visitor centre with a cafe and toilet. This walk is circular and includes steep, uneven paths.
Please use the meeting information above and not that provided by Eventbrite.
Suggested donation: £5 per person. Rather than charging a fixed ticket price, we invite those who are able to, to make a suggested donation of £5 per person. Your support helps us deliver future events while ensuring that cost is never a barrier to taking part, funding places for those who may not otherwise be able to attend.
Please note that making a donation does not register you for the event. To book your place, please enter an amount and select 'Check Out'.
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Frequently asked questions
Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:00.
Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods is held at Thornley Woodlands Café in Newcastle upon Tyne (Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1AU).
Tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods is Mainly clear · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Thornley Woodlands Café can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods 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
The Winter Bird Walk at Thornley Woods is set for 31 October 2026, starting from Thornley Woodlands Café in Rowlands Gill. Led by NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison, the walk will focus on observing local bird species in the Derwent Valley. Attendance is free of charge.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent Valley searching for the birds that call the area home.
About this event
Join NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across the Derwent valley searching for the elegant and elusive birds that call the area home.
This walk is appropriate for both beginner and advanced birders. Some likely species for this walk include: Red Kite, Dipper, Redwing, Fieldfare, Grey Wagtail, Tawny Owl, Jay, Mandarin Duck.
Some sections of the route include steep paths, so please wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for a few uphill stretches...
Essential Information
Event lead: Matthew Harrison
Event length: 1 session, Saturday 31 October, 10.00 am - 12.30 pm (approx)
Event structure: Informal walk
Level: Beginner/Enthusiast
Meet at: Thornley Woodlands Café, W3W: guess.loses.green, Grid ref: NZ 17850 60410
Accessibility: Thornley Woodlands Centre has free but limited parking, plus a visitor centre with a cafe and toilet. This walk is circular and includes steep, uneven paths.
Please use the meeting information above and not that provided by Eventbrite.
Suggested donation: £5 per person. Rather than charging a fixed ticket price, we invite those who are able to, to make a suggested donation of £5 per person. Your support helps us deliver future events while ensuring that cost is never a barrier to taking part, funding places for those who may not otherwise be able to attend.
Please note that making a donation does not register you for the event. To book your place, please enter an amount and select 'Check Out'.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Thornley Woodlands Café. Searching near Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1AU; check-in Saturday, 31 October 2026.
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WhereThornley Woodlands Café
Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1AU
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods?
Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods taking place?
Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods is held at Thornley Woodlands Café in Newcastle upon Tyne (Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1AU).
How much are tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods?
Tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods are priced at £0.00. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods?
The forecast for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods is Mainly clear · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Thornley Woodlands Café can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods?
Tickets for Winter Bird Walk: Thornley Woods 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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Lockhaugh Road, Rowlands Gill, NE39 1AU
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