
Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene
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The Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene festival brings a guided autumnal ramble through Hawthorn Dene on September 8, 2026. The event is held at the Hawthorn Dene venue in Sunderland. It is free to attend.
Join us for a guided, autumnal ramble through Hawthorn Dene.
Experience the changing colours of Hawthorn Dene on an autumn ramble through one of the county’s most beautiful coastal landscapes. Along the way, supporters will be introduced to autumn tree identification and the seasonal wildlife that thrives in this special reserve.
Hawthorn Dene is the second-largest coastal dene in the county, with unspoilt ancient woodland and species-rich limestone hay meadows. Durham Wildlife Trust’s Reserves Manager will explain how the site is cared for and managed, offering an insight into the habitats and species that make this reserve such a valuable place for nature.
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Frequently asked questions
Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene takes place on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 at 18:00.
Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene is held at Hawthorn Dene in Sunderland (Hawthorn Dene Nature Reserve, Hawthorn Village, SR7 8SH).
Entry to Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene is free.
Tickets for Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene 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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Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene
Editorial Summary
The Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene festival brings a guided autumnal ramble through Hawthorn Dene on September 8, 2026. The event is held at the Hawthorn Dene venue in Sunderland. It is free to attend.
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Organiser’s full description
Join us for a guided, autumnal ramble through Hawthorn Dene.
Experience the changing colours of Hawthorn Dene on an autumn ramble through one of the county’s most beautiful coastal landscapes. Along the way, supporters will be introduced to autumn tree identification and the seasonal wildlife that thrives in this special reserve.
Hawthorn Dene is the second-largest coastal dene in the county, with unspoilt ancient woodland and species-rich limestone hay meadows. Durham Wildlife Trust’s Reserves Manager will explain how the site is cared for and managed, offering an insight into the habitats and species that make this reserve such a valuable place for nature.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Hawthorn DeneHawthorn Dene Nature Reserve, Hawthorn Village, SR7 8SH
Murton, Sunderland
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When is Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene?
Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene takes place on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene taking place?
Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene is held at Hawthorn Dene in Sunderland (Hawthorn Dene Nature Reserve, Hawthorn Village, SR7 8SH).
How much are tickets for Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene?
Entry to Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene is free.
How do I get tickets for Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene?
Tickets for Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene 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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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 15°C · chance of rain 21% · wind 14 km/h
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