
Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk
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An introductory wellbeing session focusing on crafts and guided walks is planned for Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve on 5 September 2026. This free event aims to improve overall wellbeing and connect attendees with nature.
Join us this September for a free, introductory session to Links with Nature's wellbeing programme.
Improve your overall wellbeing, connect with nature and have fun doing so!
We will be taking a short guided walk of the Red Burn and wider Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, looking at the flora and fauna and gathering inspiration for the second half of our session - wild crafts. Here, we will be using natural materials such as leaves, berries, seeds and twigs to create natural collages depicting wildlife seen on our walk.
This session is designed to introduce attendees to the types of activities included in Links with Nature's wellbeing programme - a series of beginner-friendly, guided nature-based activities set in the Coalfield area of Sunderland. We welcome anyone to come and participate, whether you have engaged with the Links with Nature project before or not. No craft or art experience required - everyone is invited to come and do something creative in nature!
All craft materials, wildlife guides and resources will be provided. Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Closed-toe shoes, long trousers and long sleeves are advised. Please bring a snack and water with you.
Date: Saturday 5th September
Time: 10:30am - 13:30pm
Meeting point: Bellamy Room, Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
If you have any concerns or questions surrounding accessibility, please contact Engagement Officer, Mary-Anne, at marielly@durhamwt.co.uk or call us on 0191 5843112 and ask for Mary-Anne.
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Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk takes place on Saturday, 5 September 2026 at 10:30.
Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk is held at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve in Sunderland (Mallard Way, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6PU).
Entry to Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk is free.
Tickets for Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and 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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Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk
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An introductory wellbeing session focusing on crafts and guided walks is planned for Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve on 5 September 2026. This free event aims to improve overall wellbeing and connect attendees with nature.
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Organiser’s full description
Join us this September for a free, introductory session to Links with Nature's wellbeing programme.
Improve your overall wellbeing, connect with nature and have fun doing so!
We will be taking a short guided walk of the Red Burn and wider Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, looking at the flora and fauna and gathering inspiration for the second half of our session - wild crafts. Here, we will be using natural materials such as leaves, berries, seeds and twigs to create natural collages depicting wildlife seen on our walk.
This session is designed to introduce attendees to the types of activities included in Links with Nature's wellbeing programme - a series of beginner-friendly, guided nature-based activities set in the Coalfield area of Sunderland. We welcome anyone to come and participate, whether you have engaged with the Links with Nature project before or not. No craft or art experience required - everyone is invited to come and do something creative in nature!
All craft materials, wildlife guides and resources will be provided. Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather. Closed-toe shoes, long trousers and long sleeves are advised. Please bring a snack and water with you.
Date: Saturday 5th September
Time: 10:30am - 13:30pm
Meeting point: Bellamy Room, Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre
If you have any concerns or questions surrounding accessibility, please contact Engagement Officer, Mary-Anne, at marielly@durhamwt.co.uk or call us on 0191 5843112 and ask for Mary-Anne.
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📍 Venue
Rainton Meadows Nature ReserveMallard Way, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6PU
Hetton, Sunderland
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When is Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk?
Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk takes place on Saturday, 5 September 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk taking place?
Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk is held at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve in Sunderland (Mallard Way, Houghton le Spring, DH4 6PU).
How much are tickets for Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk?
Entry to Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk is free.
How do I get tickets for Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and Guided Walk?
Tickets for Links with Nature: Wild Crafts and 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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Until Saturday, 5 September 2026
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