Flowers of the Dales Festival programme 2017 - the Yorkshire Dales ...

120 WILDFLOWER & NATURE EVENTS FOR EVERYONE MARCH - OCTOBER 2017

YOUR FREE GUIDE

Be Inspired Welcome to the 2017 Flowers of the Dales Festival, celebrating all things wild and wonderful in and around the Yorkshire Dales. Each year the Festival brings together an exciting collection of activities inspired by nature. This year we have more than 120 events on offer between March and November, so we hope that you will find something to tempt and inspire you. Choose from guided walks, talks, family activities, arts and crafts, identification courses, conservation days and photography workshops, to name just a few. Wildflowers can be found all over the Dales; in traditionally-managed hay meadows, ancient woodlands, heather-clad moors and amongst limestone pavement. These habitats and their wildflowers provide food and shelter throughout the year to support a wealth of wildlife, including bugs, birds and bats. Careful management is required to ensure that the Yorkshire Dales, their habitats and wildlife can be enjoyed and appreciated by future generations. The Festival aims to help you to discover the wonderful wildflowers of the Yorkshire Dales for yourself, so that you may go on to help to protect and value this special place in years to come. Since 2009 more than 33,000 people have taken part in Festival events – an achievement we at Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, as Festival coordinators, are incredibly proud of.

A special thank you

We would like to say a huge thank you to players of People’s Postcode Lottery, whose vital ongoing support helps to make this annual festival possible. With a minimum of 30% of the ticket price going directly to charities and good causes like Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, players have raised over £175.5 Million, making an incredible difference to inspiring projects that support both people and the planet. The Flowers of the Dales Festival is just one of the countless projects supported by players of the charity lottery. A special thank you also goes to the Linden Charitable Trust who have generously supported the festival programme in recent years. We’re also grateful to H2A Limited for producing this programme. Front cover image: Litherskew near Hawes by Tanya St. Pierre.

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About Us Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust (YDMT) is a small charity doing big things to help support the environmental, social and economic well-being of the Yorkshire Dales. This year marks our 20th anniversary! Over this time we have helped to deliver over 1,900 inspiring projects worth around £27 million in the Yorkshire Dales and surrounding area, helping to protect this wonderful landscape for future generations.

Some of our key achievements so far • Planting 1.3 million new native trees to create hundreds of woodlands • Restoring the botanical diversity of more than 350 hectares of degraded hay meadow • Coordinating life-changing rural apprenticeship opportunities for local young people • Bringing more than 8,000 people from disadvantaged urban backgrounds into the Dales for health and well-being benefits • Helping to improve life in rural areas by providing grant funding and advice to support local community groups, partnerships and businesses • Leading education activities for more than 3000 school children across the region, focussing on the local landscape, environment and cultural heritage. • Engaging over 33,000 people in wildflower-related events We wouldn’t be able to continue this important work without the generous support of our partners, local businesses and countless individuals like you. If you share our passion for the Yorkshire Dales and wish to support our work, please visit www.ydmt.org or call us on 015242 51002 to find out how you can help.

Festival Bowland

This year-round calendar of events celebrates the birds, wildlife, landscape and culture of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The Forest of Bowland AONB Partnership has worked with landowners, local experts, businesses and countryside staff to bring together a wealth of events and opportunities for people to explore the area’s special qualities and to share with others what makes this such a special place for people and wildlife. For more information visit www.forestofbowland.com or phone 01200 448000.

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Acknowledgements We would like to thank the following organisations and individuals that are running events in this year’s Festival: Berry’s Farm Shop and Café, Broadrake, Buckden Art Group, Clapham Art Group, Cononley Art Group, Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Dales Countryside Museum, Field Studies Council, Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve, Gargrave Arts, Judith Allinson, Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Kilnsey Park Estate, National Trust, Natural England, Nethergill Farm, Nidderdale AONB, Studfold Adventure Trail, Swaledale Festival, Yoredale Natural History Society, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority and Yorkshire Dales Society.

A lasting legacy

We would like to pay special tribute to Mrs D Jones, Ms A Green, Mr R Jenkinson, Mr P V Mitford and Miss M Gorman whose generous legacies to YDMT have provided vital support during the last year, and have helped to make the 2017 Flowers of the Dales Festival possible. As a charity we rely on gifts left to us in Wills to ensure that our important work can continue. No matter how big or small, we are extremely grateful for all donations. If you would like to find out more about creating a lasting legacy in the Yorkshire Dales, please call us on 015242 51002. A special thank you also goes to our friends at Parkfoot Holiday and Park Homes for generously sponsoring the Flowers of the Dales Festival for the second year running. Visit www.parkfoot.co.uk to find out more about their family run holiday home park on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

Win a £50 holiday voucher...

…courtesy of Country Hideaways. All you have to do is tell us what you thought of the Festival events you attended. Simply complete and return the short form at the back of this programme. All completed forms will be entered into a prize draw and the lucky winner will receive a £50 voucher towards a holiday booking with Country Hideaways (www.countryhideaways.co.uk). Terms and conditions apply. Winner to be drawn on 24 November 2017. 5

Shop for the Dales Hay time in the Yorkshire Dales

A beautifully illustrated book celebrating the natural, cultural and land management history of the Dales’ hay meadows. Paperback, 270 pages. £14 (incl. UK delivery).

'Hay Time’ Jigsaw - New

This 1000-piece jigsaw celebrates Hay Time in the Yorkshire Dales, featuring fantastic photographs of pollinating insects, wildflower meadows and green hay harvesting. £15 (incl. UK delivery).

A Grass Rope to Catch a Unicorn

A truly beautiful collection of detailed watercolour illustrations of Wensleydale's wildflowers, together with locally inspired landscapes and collages for which local artist Janet Rawlins is renowned. Hardback, 188 pages. £20 (incl. UK delivery).

Wildlife Tea Towel

Add a splash of colour to your washing up with this lovely tea towel inspired by wildflower hay meadows. Made from 100% premium natural unbleached cotton. Measures 76cm x 48cm. £8 (incl. UK delivery).

Dedicate a tree

A gift that will grow and grow, bringing lasting benefits to our landscape. It’s a unique way to celebrate a birth, wedding, anniversary or occasion, or to remember someone special. We’ll provide a commemorative gift pack and invite you to visit the young woodland. £15 (incl. all delivery). All these items plus sustainably sourced wildflowers seeds, guides to wildflower identification and propagation, and other beautiful gifts are available to buy online at www.ydmt.org/shop. Alternatively, call us to place your order on 015242 51002. Download our hay meadow walk guides at www.ydmt.org/hay-time

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Festival Information All event details are believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, readers are advised to contact the individual event provider to confirm the information given.

Booking events

For most events, you need to book through the event organiser. If an event has to be cancelled or altered for any reason, the event organiser will try to let you know.

Children

Many events are suitable for children, usually accompanied by an adult, but please check with the event organiser.

Dogs

Please assume dogs are not allowed, unless stated otherwise. If you take your dog, please keep it on a short lead and act responsibly.

Guided walks

All walks have been graded so you can decide which routes you feel happy to tackle and to ensure you are properly prepared: Easy - short walks on well-marked, even paths that may have stiles. Sturdy shoes with good grip necessary. Moderate - longer walks with some hills, stiles and uneven paths. Boots advised. Strenuous - long hill walks with steep climbs on uneven or boggy paths. Boots essential. For your own safety, please only attend events that are appropriate to your level of fitness and general health. The event leader may refuse you if they consider the event too challenging for you.

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What you should bring

Please dress appropriately, bring sufficient food and drink and be prepared for all weathers. The event leader may refuse you if you are not properly prepared.

Public transport

Please be kind to the environment and use public transport whenever possible. Visit www.dalesbus.org for transport information.

Support the dales

Please support the local economy by staying locally and supporting local independent businesses. Go to www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/visit-the-dales for more details.

Follow the countryside code

Please be safe, plan ahead and follow any signs. Leave gates and property as you find them. Protect plants and animals and take your litter home. Keep dogs under close control. Consider other people.

Let us know what you thought of an event

...and you could be in with a chance of winning a £50 holiday voucher courtesy of Country Hideaways. See pages 5 and 35 for more details.

March CONSERVATION ACTIVITY Sunday 12 March 10.30am - 3.30pm Conservation Work Party at Smardale Gill Nature Reserve Cumbria Wildlife Trust

Snowdrops

TALK Wednesday 1 March 7.30pm - 9pm Discovering Bumblebees

Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Kendal Local Support Group

Julia Hoggard, a bee enthusiast from Bee Ed at Brigsteer, will talk about how to identify different species of bumblebee and how to encourage them into our gardens. Location: Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Plumgarths, Crook Road, Kendal. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: £2.50 recommended donation T: 01539 816300 E: [email protected] W: www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk

This joint work party with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Young Rangers will include coppicing and brash burning along the disused railway line, to maintain an open ride for butterflies. This will encourage the diverse woodland ground flora to proliferate and keep the footpath open for public access. Location: Smardale Gill Nature Reserve, near Kirkby Stephen. Meet at Smardale Hall car park. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01539 816300 E: [email protected] W: www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk

TALK Monday 13 March 7.30pm Meadow Links

TALK Tuesday 7 March 7.30pm Meadow Links

Tanya St Pierre and Upper Wharfedale Field Society

Don Gamble and North Craven Heritage Trust

An illustrated talk by Don Gamble, Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust’s Project Officer, on the species rich hay meadows of the Yorkshire Dales. Find out how the Hay Time project is working with farmers, communities and volunteers to restore and enhance this valuable wildflower habitat through the ‘Meadow Links’ programme. Location: Austwick Village Hall, Austwick, LA2 8BJ. Age: All welcome Booking: None Cost: £2 for non members W: www.northcravenheritage.org.uk

An illustrated talk by Tanya St. Pierre, Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust’s Hay Time Officer, on the species rich hay meadows of the Yorkshire Dales and how the Hay Time project is working with farmers, communities and volunteers to restore and enhance this valuable wildflower habitat through their ‘Meadow Links’ programme. Location: The Octagon Theatre at The Devonshire Institute (Grassington Town Hall) BD23 5AA. Age: All welcome Booking: None Cost: £3 for non members W: www.upperwharfedalefieldsociety. co.uk

White tailed bumblebee on willow, by Rachel Benson

COURSE Tues 21 and Wed 22 March 10am - 4pm Guided Walk Delivery Skills

Stories in Stone, Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

2 days of training in the key skills required in leading a guided walk including health and safety requirements, navigation and group engagement. Location: Langcliffe Village Institute. Grade: Moderate - rough terrain Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £25 T: 01524 251002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org/get-involved

Garden bumblebee on cowslip

Say it with flowers – hundreds of them. Give a Living Bouquet. See page 6 for details

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April TALK

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

Monday 3 April 2.30pm - 4.30pm Butterflies and Moths: What, Where and Why?

Sat 8 April - Sun 23 April 10am - 5pm All Your Eggs in One Basket!

Sat 8 April - Sun 23 April 10.30am - 5pm The Great Studfold Easter Egg Hunt

Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Upper Eden Local Support Group

John Mounsey will talk about butterflies and moths, including the differences between them, relationships with other insects, their distribution, conservation work, enemies and their strategies for dealing with them. Refreshments included. Location: The Friends Meeting House, High Street, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4SH. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: £3 recommended donation T: 01539 816300 E: [email protected] W: www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk

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Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority

Easter trail with prizes! Find the eggs in the museum and learn all about the birds of the Yorkshire Dales. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum admission charges apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

Studfold Adventure Trail

Pick up an Easter detectives clue sheet and discover the hidden secrets of Studfold. Find large willow nests, birds, brightly coloured eggs and secret boxes. Uncover a world of nature. Studfold will intrigue, challenge and delight! Location: Studfold, Lofthouse, Nr Pateley Bridge, HG3 5SG. Grade: Easy - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £6, children £5, under 3 free T: 01423 755228 E: [email protected] W: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

Looking for a special gift? Dedicate a tree at www.ydmt.org/dedicate-a-tree

April IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY

ARTS AND CRAFTS

WALK

Friday 14 April 8.30am - 1pm Updale to Scar House Reservoir for Spring Upland Birds

Saturday 15 April 10.30am - 4pm In the Meadow - Family Print Workshop

Wednesday 26 April 10am - 12pm Flower Recording Walk

Nidderdale AONB

Join members of Nidderdale Birdwatchers for a half day trip up Nidderdale from Pateley Bridge to Scar House Reservoir, looking for early Spring migrants and hopefully ring ouzels and raptors. Travel by car with stops en route including Gouthwaite before reaching Scar House Reservoir where there will also be a short walk. Please bring binoculars and wear suitable clothing and footwear for a short walk. Meet: Pateley Bridge - directions on booking. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 for non members of Nidderdale Bird Watchers T: 01423 712950 E: [email protected] W: www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk


Drop in session using the etching press. We will create multi-layered artwork based on shapes, flowers and grasses using stencils. Fun for all ages! Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: £3 per child T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve

Join our regular volunteers in recording flowers in bloom across the 100 acres of Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve. This is an opportunity to see and learn to identify flowers while taking a gentle walk through a variety of habitats in friendly company. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome. Location: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre. DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy - 2 miles Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Donations welcome T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk

EXPLORE OUTDOORS Saturday 15 April 10.30am - 2.30pm Easter Egg Trail at Hudswell Woods National Trust

Come to Hudswell Woods and enjoy our Easter Egg trail in meadows and ancient woodland on the banks of the River Swale. Rough unsurfaced paths and may be muddy in places. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Suitable for primary school aged children. Dogs on leads please. Location: Round Howe car park (pay and display) DL10 4TL. Grade: Easy - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: £2 per trail sheet T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Meadow near Stalling Busk

Feeling inspired? Visit www.ydmt.org/support-us to make a difference to the Dales

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April WALK

WALK

OPEN DAY

Friday 28 April 1pm - 4pm Birds of Upper Swaledale Guided Walk

Friday 28 April 10am Wharfedale Walk

Saturday 29 April 9am - 8pm Flora, Fauna and Family Fun with Field Studies Council

Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre

Led by knowledgeable volunteer Rev David Peel observing birds in their moorland, woodland and river habitat. No dogs. Please bring own binoculars. Meet: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Keld, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Easy - moderate Age: Adults, children 8+ (accompanied) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

A scenic walk from Burnsall taking in river banks, woodland and limestone pastures, and exploring the fascinating geography, history and heritage of Wharfedale. In partnership with mountain leader Mark Reid, author of ’The Inn Way’ guidebooks. There will be the option to join us for a pub lunch afterwards. Sorry, no dogs. Sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing required. Drink and snack recommended. Meet: Burnsall (to be confirmed). Grade: Moderate - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Suggested donation of £15pp to support YDMT’s work T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org

Malham Tarn Field Centre

Join us to celebrate 70 years of Field Studies Council at Malham Tarn with a range of activities for adults and children to help you explore the flora and fauna of the area. Bring your own picnic or take the opportunity to try our delicious hospitality. Dogs welcome. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: All welcome Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org/ centres/malhamtarn.aspx

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Use the form at the back of this programme to tell us what you thought of an event…

April WALK

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

WALK

Saturday 29 April 1pm - 4pm Lead Mines of Beldi Hill Guided Walk

Saturday 29 - Monday 1 May 11am - 4pm Life is Sweet

Sunday 30 April 1pm - 3pm Waterfalls of the Swale Guided Walk


A guided walk with lead mining enthusiast, Helen Guy. Explore the history and practices of lead mining. As well as nine sites on public access land, special permission from Gunnerside Estates has granted access to exceptionally well preserved low level mines. Location: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Keld, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Moderate Age: All ages (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

EXPLORE OUTDOORS Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 April 8pm - 8pm (24 hours) 70th Anniversary Bioblitz with Field Studies Council Malham Tarn Field Centre

As a celebration of 70 years of Field Studies Council at Malham Tarn we invite anyone with a keen or burgeoning interest in natural history to join us in compiling as many biological records as we can in 24 hours. No dogs. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org/ centres/malhamtarn.aspx

Kilnsey Park Estate

Find out what makes the honey flow at this fun family event. Join us for a weekend of activities (wildflower planting, woodland crafts) celebrating bees and honey. Location: Kilnsey Park, Kilnsey, BD23 5PS. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: See website for details T: 01756 752150 E: [email protected] W: www.kilnseypark.co.uk


Keld has the highest concentration of waterfalls in England - nine dramatic falls within a one mile radius. This walk includes three on private land (with kind permission from John Rukin.) Dogs welcome on a lead. Meet: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Keld, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Moderate Age: All ages (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

GAYLE MILL near Hawes, Wensleydale

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Demonstration Days: First Sunday each month Feb - Dec 2017. Booking advised for 11.00am & 2.30pm tours Guided Tours: 3 April - 29 Sept 2017 Sunday – Friday at 1.00pm & 3.00pm Visit our website for full list of Heritage Skill Courses running Saturdays throughout the year

www.gaylemill.org.uk

01969 667320 [email protected] Gayle Mill, Gayle, near Hawes DL8 3RZ

…and be entered into a free prize draw to win a £50 holiday voucher

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May WALK

ARTS AND CRAFTS

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

Monday 1 May 10.45am - 3.15pm Highway to an Ancient Woodland

Sunday 7 May 10.30am - 4pm Mono Print Workshop

Sat 13 May - Sun 11 June 10.30am - 5pm (last entry 3.30pm) Bluebells and Buttercups

A walk on the old Highway to Cleatop Park Wood. Hear about the people who used the Highway and visit a beautiful ancient wood. Bring suitable footwear, clothing and a packed lunch. Meet: Settle Railway Station, BD24 9AA. SD817635 Grade: Moderate - 5½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free W: www.skyware.co.uk/scwf/ program/program.htm

Using plant material, we will print through an etching press. You are guaranteed to take home a lovely piece of artwork and have learnt some great techniques along the way. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £50 T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

Experience the spectacular flowers and beauty of Nidderdale. Pick up a detectives clue sheet and discover the hidden secrets of Studfold. Explore the many activities along the Adventure Trail and find secret boxes. Uncover a world of nature. Studfold will intrigue, challenge and delight! Location: Studfold, Lofthouse, Nr Pateley Bridge, HG3 5SG. Grade: Easy - 1.5 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £6, Children £5, under 3 free T: 01423 755228 E: [email protected] W: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

YDNPA/Ride2Stride Festival



WALK Bluebells at Oxenber Wood

WALK

COURSE

Sunday 7 May 11am - 3.30pm Spring Flowers in Oxenber and Wharfe Woods

Monday 8 May, 31 May, 14 June, 5 July, and 31st July Upper Nidderdale Landscape Partnership Scheme

A moderate 6 mile walk to ancient woodlands. Our leaders, while not experts, will help you enjoy Spring flowers and classic limestone country. Bring suitable footwear, clothing and a packed lunch. No dogs. Meet: Knight Stainforth Caravan and Camping Site, BD24 0DP Grade: Moderate - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01729 833200 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Free programme of botanical training suitable for intermediates. If you are interested in helping monitor and survey sites in Nidderdale AONB, this course can help improve your identification skills. It will involve field trips to look at various habitats from heath to woodland and grassland. Location: Various, starting point AONB office, King Street. Pateley Bridge HG3 5LE. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01423 712950 E: [email protected] W: www.uppernidderdale.org.uk


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Nidderdale AONB

Sunday 14 May 8am - 10.30am Birdsong Walk in Upper Wharfedale National Trust

Join our Ranger for a guided walk with a focus on bird identification and bird song in riverside, woodland and moorland edge habitat. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear as surfaces are uneven. Please bring binoculars if you have them. No dogs. Meet: Buckden National Park car park (pay and display) BD23 5JA. Grade: Moderate - approx 2.5 miles Age: Adults, Children 7+ (accompanied) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5, children £3.50 T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Dedicate a tree – a gift that grows and grows. Visit www.ydmt.org/dedicate-a-tree

May WALK

WALK

WALK

Sun 14 May - Sun 18 June 9.30am - 5pm Wild about Orchids Month

Sunday 14 May 10.45am - 3.15pm Highway to an Ancient Woodland

Wednesday 17 May 11am - 3pm Spring Flowers in Wensleydale

Celebrating the wonderful world of wildflowers. Get close to the wildflowers growing on our nature reserve – including the UK’s rarest orchid. With guided walks on selected Sundays – see website for further details. Dogs on leads. Location: Kilnsey Park, Kilnsey, BD23 5PS. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Normal admission charges apply T: 01756 752150 E: [email protected] W: www.kilnseypark.co.uk

A walk on the old Highway to Cleatop Park Wood. Hear about the people who used the Highway and visit a beautiful ancient wood. Bring suitable footwear, clothing and a packed lunch. Meet: Settle Railway Station, BD24 9AA. SD817635. Grade: Moderate - approx 5½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01729 833200 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Join our experienced and knowledgeable Dales Volunteers on an easy 6 mile walk full of interest to see the Spring flowers in Lower Wensleydale. The route passes through ancient managed woodlands with their wealth of fascinating plants and animals. No dogs. Meet: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, DL8 3TH. Grade: Easy - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 662910 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Kilnsey Park Estate



IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY Greater stitchwort

WALK Primrose

ARTS and CRAFTS Sunday 14 May 10.30am - 4pm Machine Embroidery Workshop


Create a mixed media piece using fabric, gesso and paint responding to the local landscape and flora. Includes light lunch Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £50 T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

Sunday 14 May 11am - 3pm Spring Flowers in Wensleydale


Join our experienced and knowledgeable Dales Volunteers on an easy 6 mile walk full of interest to see the Spring flowers in Lower Wensleydale. The route passes through ancient managed woodlands with their wealth of fascinating plants and animals. No dogs. Meet: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, DL8 3TH. Grade: Easy - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 662910 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Tuesday 16 May 10am - 3pm Botany for Beginners

Jim Wright, Stories in Stone

An introductory course to botanical identification including a practical outdoor session. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Settle, BD24 9PU. Grade: Some easy walking Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk


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May IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY

COURSE

WALK

Saturday 20 May 10am - 5pm BSL Introduction to Lichens Day Malham Tarn Field Centre

Sat 20 - Sun 21 May 10am Sat - 5pm Sun Texture of Landscape: Exploring Collagraph

Sunday 21 May 11am - 3.30pm Spring Flowers in Oxenber and Wharfe Woods

A moderate 6 mile walk to ancient woodlands. Our leaders, while not experts, will help you enjoy Spring flowers and classic limestone country. Bring suitable footwear, clothing and a packed lunch. No dogs. Meet: Knight Stainforth Caravan and Camping Site, BD24 0DP. Grade: Moderate - 6 miles Age: All ages (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01729 833200 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

WALK

Spend two days with professional printmaker Hester Cox exploring the textural possibilities of collagraph printmaking, one of the most diverse ways of making printing plates. Using cutting, pastes and collage materials, such as patterned papers and natural objects, participants will create highly textured and distinctive prints. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Grade: Moderate - 3 miles Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £220 resident sole occupancy; £200 resident shared occupancy; £120 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

Discover the world of lichens through this one-day course, which requires no previous knowledge. The day includes both classroom and site fieldwork to introduce what lichens are, recognise some of the more common species and use simple charts and keys to help you identify species with confidence. Lunch included. No dogs. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £40 T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org Saturday 20 May 11am - 3pm Spring Flowers of Oxenber Woods Yorkshire Dales Society

A lovely circular walk to Oxenber Woods with the chance to see many wildflowers such as bluebells, primroses and orchids. Moderate climbs and paths may be rocky, muddy or slippery with one or two stiles. Bring warm/waterproof clothing and stout shoes/boots. Bring packed lunch and drink for picnic stop. No dogs. Meet: Austwick Bridge, just south of Austwick on Graystonber Lane, LA2 8BY. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Free T: 01756 749400 E: [email protected] W: www.yds.org.uk

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IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY

An introductory course to botanical surveying and recording including a practical outdoor session. Packed lunch required.This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Meet: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Settle, BD24 9PU. Grade: Some easy walking Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

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IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY Friday 26 May 10am - 3pm Ancient Woodland Trees and Flora Andy Deane, Stories in Stone

Sunday 21 May 10am - 3pm Botanical Surveying and Recording Jim Wright, Stories in Stone


A guided walk through Oxenber woods to observe the indicator species of ancient woodlands and how woodland management techniques can alter the flora within the habitat. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Meet: Elaine’s Tea Rooms, Feizor, LA2 8DF. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

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May EXHIBITION

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Saturday 27 - Monday 29 May 10am - 4pm Cononley Art Group Exhibition

Sunday 28 May 1.30pm - 4.30pm Dent: Sunnyside and Moneyside

Wednesday 31 May 11am - 3pm Flora around Aysgarth

Annual art exhibition by local artists - oil paintings, pastels, watercolours, acrylics and collages on show. Handmade cards and paintings for sale; many flower studies and local landscapes as well still life, portrait, animal studies etc in a variety of styles. Demonstration studies by artists at work in situ on each of the days. Refreshments available in side rooms; beverages, home baking, sandwiches, rolls and salads. Location: Cononley Village Institute, Main Street, Cononley. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01535 631269 E: [email protected]

Join our experienced Dales Volunteers on this walk in beautiful Dentdale - partly along the popular Dales Way, through pleasant wildflower meadows along the River Dee, and returning on a centuriesold route linking the farms and what was the old Dent workhouse on the northern side of the dale. Just what’s needed to walk off a delicious lunch in one of the Dent hostelries! No dogs. Meet: Dent car park, LA10 5QL. SD704871. Grade: Easy - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

About five miles of mainly easy walking with Robert Hall and members of Yoredale Natural History Society on paths through Freeholders’ Wood to Aysgarth Lower Falls and Carperby, and back in time for the concert. Parking fees are payable. No dogs please. Meet: St Andrew’s Church, Aysgarth. Grade: Easy - 5 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £7, Children £3 T: 01748 880019 W: www.swalefest.org

Cononley Art Group


Swaledale Festival

WALK Tuesday 30 May 2pm - 4.30pm Red Squirrels and Other Wildlife at Snaizeholme Swaledale Festival

Wood sorrel

EXHIBITION Sat 27 May - Sun 4 June 11am - 6pm Clapham Art Group 66th Annual Exhibition Clapham Art Group

Exhibition of original artworks by artists from the local area. Approximately 80 works will be on show and for sale, as well as cards. Homemade refreshments available. Assistance dogs only. Location: Clapham Village Hall, Cross Haw Lane, Clapham, LA2 8HR. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults 50p, Children Free

A gentle 1½ mile walk led by National Park guide Ian Court, spotting tracks, signs of local wildlife, and hopefully some red squirrels. Binoculars recommended. No dogs allowed. Parking is very limited; car-sharing arrangements will be advised on booking. Meet: Mirk Pot House, Snaizeholme, Hawes, DL8 3NB. Grade: Easy - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £7, Children £3 T: 01748 880019 W: www.swalefest.org

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June WALK

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Thursday 1 June 10.30am - 12.30pm or 1pm - 3pm Foxglove Covert Guided Walk

Saturday 3 June 11am - 3pm Bibles, Books and Beer Guided Walk

Sunday 4 June 10.30am - 3pm Delightful Dentdale

There is a choice of two start times for this short talk and 2.5 mile guided walk around a wonderful nature reserve hidden in Europe’s largest military garrison. You’ll see a remarkable mix of species and habitats, including flower-rich grassland, streams, ponds, willow carr, coniferous woodlands and wet meadows. Please arrive and park ten minutes before the walk start time. Photo-ID required. Meet: Cambrai Lines Barracks, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy - 2½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £7, children £3 T: 01748 880019 W: www.swalefest.org

Social history walk through the meadows from Keld to Muker via Thwaite. Including chapels, church, literary institutes and public houses with information about the history of religion, reading and recreation in Upper Swaledale. Some stiles and muddy footpaths. Waterproof boots or wellies essential. Please bring packed lunch. Dogs welcome on a lead. Return to Keld via Hartlake (3 miles) or wait for the bus at 4.20pm. Location: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Easy - Moderate Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5.50, Children Free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

A lovely 6½ mile walk with spectacular views of Dentdale. We pass under Combe Scar and the now restored Combe House and then drop down to follow the Dales Way back to Dent through the meadows alongside the River Dee. No dogs. Meet: Dent Village car park entrance, LA10 5QL. Grade: Moderate - 6½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Swaledale Festival

WALK / FAMILY ACTIVITES


PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Friday 2 June 10am - 12pm Flowers and their Fauna for Families

Sunday 4 June 10am - 2pm Photography Workshop: Wildflowers at Hudswell Woods

A flower walk with a difference! Not only will we be looking at the flowers in bloom in the varied habitats of Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve, but we will also sweep net for insects - discovering the fauna hiding among them! This walk is suitable for all the family. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome. Meet: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre, DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy - 1 mile Age: All welcome Booking: Essential Cost: £3 donation per child T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk

Join local professional photographer and teacher, Ian Short, for a digital photography workshop in Hudswell Woods. The emphasis of this late spring workshop will be the use of macro photography to capture wild flowers in the woods and riverside grasslands. The workshop will help participants take their photography to the next level. Bring a digital SLR or good bridge camera. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and bring a packed lunch. Meet: Round Howe car park, DL10 4TL Age: Adults Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £35 T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales


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IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY Tuesday 6 June 10am - 2pm Meadow Links ‘How to Identify and Record Bumblebees’ Training Workshop Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

As part of ongoing research, we’re looking to recruit volunteers to help us record bumblebee populations at different hay meadows sites across the Dales. This workshop will cover bumblebee ecology, I.D. and recording along a transect, providing you with a full introduction of how you can help. No dogs. Meet: Colt Park Barn, Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Ribblehead. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org

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June WALK

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COURSE

Wednesday 7 June 10.30am - 3pm Barns and Walls of Upper Swaledale

Thursday 8 June 11am - 3pm Flora of Lower Swaledale

Fri 9 - Mon 12 June 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon British Birds of Prey

3 miles of mainly easy walking (some stiles and possible muddy sections) with Robert Hall from Yoredale Natural History Society. The walk follows the river bank and the old railway trackbed to Easby, with its part-Saxon church and 12th Century abbey ruins, returning in good time for the afternoon concert. Well-behaved dogs on leads are permitted. Meet: Yorke Square Car Park, The Green, Richmond, DL10 4RG. Grade: Easy - 3 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £7, children £3 T: 01748 880019 W: www.swalefest.org

Learning how to identify the different bird of prey species and their behaviour can help us gain greater understanding of how they live and how we can live alongside them. An introduction to the different British birds of prey, their ecology and behaviours and various ways of monitoring them. No dogs. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £370 resident sole occupancy; £325 resident shared occupancy; £250 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

Swaledale Festival

Just over 6 miles up to Keld and back over clear paths, with two steady climbs and a potentially slippery descent, passing traditional hay meadows, stone barns and the ruins of Crackpot Hall. Led by National Park volunteers who will provide an insight into the distinctive stonework in the Dale. No dogs please. Meet: The Farmers’ Arms, Muker. Grade: Moderate - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £7, children £3 T: 01748 880019 W: www.swalefest.org

ARTS AND CRAFTS Thursday 8 June 10am - 4pm Drawn in the Dales – Workshop in Line and Wash Broadrake

A full day workshop with popular Yorkshire artist John Harrison. The day will begin with outdoor sketching, and then move inside for ink drawing and light watercolour wash application. Paper and pens supplied; please bring your own paints, brushes, sketch pad and a packed lunch. See website for more details. Location: Broadrake, Chapel-leDale, LA6 3AX. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £60 T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk www.drawninyorkshire.com

Swaledale Festival

WALK Friday 9 June 10am - 12pm Flowers and their Fauna


A flower walk with a difference! Not only will we be looking at the flowers in bloom in the varied habitats of Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve, but we will also sweep net for insects – discovering the fauna hiding among them! This walk is for adults. Dogs on leads welcome. Location: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre. DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy - 1 mile Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £3 suggested donation T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk


COURSE Fri 9 - Mon 12 June 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon Wild Flowers of the Yorkshire Dales Malham Tarn Field Centre

Develop your identification skills using keys and see some of the special plants of the Craven limestone area. The course will include lab work looking at flower parts, field trips to limestone pavement, cliffs, meadow, calcareous flushes and the fen and bog to find the plants in their habitats. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org


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Wednesday 14 June 9.45am - 4pm Botanical Painting – Hay Meadow Flowers

Saturday 17 June 10.30am - 4pm Waterfalls, Woods and Wildflowers

Local art tutor Karen Innes (Society of Botanical Artists) will lead a 1-day workshop on botanical watercolour painting of meadow flowers from the Broadrake site. Hot-pressed watercolour paper provided; please bring your own painting materials and a packed lunch. Drinks and home-baking provided. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience of botanical watercolour painting. Meet: Broadrake, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3AX. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £60 T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk

Lovely circular walk through the Swaledale countryside including great views over Richmond Castle, Willance’s Leap, Whitcliffe Scar and meadows and woodlands. Moderate climbs and paths may be slippery with one or two stiles. Bring warm/waterproof clothing and stout shoes/boots. Bring packed lunch and drink for picnic stop. Well behaved dogs on leads. Meet: Nuns Close Pay and Display Car Park, Hurgill Road, north west side of Richmond, DL10 4AR. Grade: Moderate - 7 miles approx Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Free T: 01756 749400 E: [email protected] W: www.yds.org.uk

Broadrake

OPEN DAY Friday 16 - Saturday 17 June 10am - 4pm Woodland Open Day


Drop in to visit Ormsgill Wood - our current supporter woodland in Malhamdale. See what has been achieved thanks to generous donations and tree dedications. Sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing required. Drink and snack recommended. Location: Near Airton (BD23 4BB). SD870595. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free, but donations welcome T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org

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Yorkshire Dales Society

Common carder bee on meadow crane’s-bill

COURSE Fri 16 - Sun 18 June 4pm Fri - 3pm Sun Identifying Bees with Steven Falk Malham Tarn Field Centre

Learn how to record and critically identify bees with Steven Falk, author of the new ‘Field Guide to Bees of Britain and Northern Ireland’. An introduction to bees, with a chance to identify them under the microscope with a field trip to develop basic collecting and field identification skills. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £260 resident sole occupancy; £230 resident shared occupancy; £130 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org


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WALK Sunday 18 June 10am - 3.30pm By Castle and Byway


Join our experienced Dales Volunteers for an easy 7 mile walk which takes us along idyllic Wensleydale byways and field paths between historic Bolton Castle, with its picturesque village and fine views across to Pen Hill, and Aysgarth Falls, the jewel of Lower Wensleydale. No dogs. Meet: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, DL8 3TH. Grade: Moderate - 7 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 662910 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

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June WALK

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Tuesday 20 June 7pm - 9pm Wild Flowers at Malham Tarn

Wednesday 21 June 2pm - 4pm Wild Flowers at Malham Tarn

A guided walk around the National Nature Reserve at Malham Tarn. Marvel at the variety of flowers in this peaceful and important reserve. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring sun cream and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses, BD24 9PT Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

A guided walk around the National Nature Reserve at Malham Tarn. Marvel at the variety of flowers in this peaceful and important reserve. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring sun cream and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses, BD24 9PT. Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Friday 23 - Sunday 25 June 10am Fri - 5pm Sun One Third of British Sedges in Three Days

National Trust

National Trust

WALK

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Wednesday 21 June 10.30am - 3pm Barbon - Casterton Round

Wednesday 21 June 10am - 4pm The Wildflowers of Ingleborough National Nature Reserve: Scar Close


A pleasant low-level 8 mile walk taking in fields and quiet country lanes in the valley of the River Lune, with lovely views across to the hills. There are several points of interest as well as the Roman road from Ribchester to Carlisle. Packed lunch advised. No dogs. Meet: Barbon Village Hall, LA6 2NN. Grade: Moderate - 8 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk


Learn to identify sedges for surveys, observe a good variety of sedges and associated plants in diverse habitats, and practice using identification keys. Malham Tarn is superb as it is possible to see 1/3 of British Sedges within three miles of the Tarn. A course for beginners and intermediates. No dogs. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £260 resident sole occupancy; £230 resident shared occupancy; £170 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

Natural England

A guided walk to Scar Close, one of Britain’s finest limestone pavements. Led by Senior Reserve Manager, Colin Newlands, this botanical excursion will explore the superb variety of plants to be found amongst the clints and grikes of this fascinating site in summer. No dogs. Meet: Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Ribblehead. Grade: Moderate - 3 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free (donations appreciated) T: 01524 242021 E: colin.newlands@naturalengland. org.uk W: www.gov.uk/natural-england Conistone Old Pasture SSSI meadow

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OPEN DAY Saturday 24 June 9.30am - 5pm Hay Time Festival

Berry’s Farm Shop and Café

Country dancing, folk singing, story-telling for kids, displays of countryside crafts, meadow walk, farm animal walk, tractor and trailer rides and tasters from shop/café and our suppliers. Start early with a full Yorkshire breakfast. Dogs on short leads. Location: Berry’s Farm Shop and Café, Swinithwaite, DL8 4UH. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Small charge for some activities (up to £3) T: 01969 663377 E: [email protected] W: www.berrysfarmshop.com

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WALK

Sunday 25 June 11am - 2.30pm Flower Walk in Upper Wharfedale

Tuesday 27 June 7pm - 9pm Wild Flowers at Malham Tarn

Experience the colours and scents of meadows and limestone pavement on a lovely walk through Langstrothdale. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring a packed lunch. No dogs. Meet: Yockenthwaite bridge. BD23 5JH. Grade: Moderate - approx 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 per person T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

A guided walk around the National Nature Reserve at Malham Tarn. Marvel at the variety of flowers in this peaceful and important reserve. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring sun cream and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses, BD24 9PT. Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

National Trust

IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY Tuesday 27 June 10am - 3pm Limestone Grasses

WALK Sunday 25 June 1pm - 4.30pm Falls, Freeholders and Flagstones


An easy 5 mile guided walk around the fascinating landscape of Carperby parish. Join our experienced Dales volunteers to discover local geology, history, culture and industrial heritage. Why not arrive early and have lunch in the Centre’s Coppice Café before you set off. No dogs. Meet: Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, DL8 3TH. Grade: Easy - 5 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 662910 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

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National Trust

Hay meadow at Nethergill Eco-Farm

WALK Monday 26 June 11am - 2.30pm Flower Walk in Upper Wharfedale National Trust

Experience the colours and scents of meadows and limestone pavement on a lovely walk through Langstrothdale. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring a packed lunch. No dogs. Meet: Yockenthwaite bridge. BD23 5JH. Grade: Moderate - approx 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 per person T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Judith Allinson, Stories in Stone

An introductory course in the identification of grasses and an applied practical outdoor session in limestone grassland. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Location: Colt Park Barn, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3JF. Grade: Easy - 2miles maximum Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk


June WALK


WALK

Wednesday 28 June 10am Wildflower Meadow Walk

Wednesday 28 June 10am - 3pm Limestone Pavement Flora

Thursday 29 June 5.30pm - 7.30pm Wildflower Walk

A lovely route including sections through some exceptional wildflower hay meadows which should be in full bloom. Led by YDMT’s meadow restoration and wildflower expert Tanya St. Pierre. Sorry, no dogs. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear and bring a packed lunch. Location: Halton Gill, Littondale. Grade: Moderate - 5 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Suggested donation of £15pp to support YDMT’s work T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org

A guided walk through pristine limestone pavement habitat looking at key species identification. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Location: Colt Park Barn, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3JF. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

Join us for a walk to explore the beautiful wildflowers around Timble in the Washburn Valley. The vast range of flowers in the meadows around here also makes them a haven for wildlife so it is sure to be a delightful evening. Meet: Timble - directions on booking. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01423 712950 E: [email protected] W: www.nidderdaleaonb.org.uk


Colin Newlands, Stories in Stone

Nidderdale AONB

Caving at All Levels from Introductory to SRT Unique Team Building & Awaydays Melancholy thistle near Pen-y-ghent

Climbing & Abseiling

Guided Walks and Navigation Skills

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July WALK

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

Saturday 1 July 10.30am - 2.30pm Flowers of Upper Swaledale Ramble

Saturday 1 July 12pm - 4pm Magnificent Meadows - visit an upland hay meadow undergoing restoration


Flower identification walk from Keld to Muker in association with Yoredale Natural History Society. Identify up to 100 wild flowers along the path to Muker and through the famous Muker hay meadows. Return via Kisdon Hill or Hartlakes, alternatively wait for the 4.20pm bus. Please bring packed lunch. Meet: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Keld, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Easy - 3½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5.50, children free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

Broadrake

Bugle

Broadrake is restoring an upland hay meadow and will welcome passing walkers on the local bridleway to take a short loop around the site and see how many wildflowers, bumblebees and butterflies you can identify. There is also a wildlife pond, young native trees and limestone outcrops which are a good spot for a picnic. Location: Drop-in event for those on foot, bike or horse. SD740792. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free, donations to YDMT T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

COURSE

Saturday 1 July 10am - 4pm National Meadow Day at Bell Sykes Farm

Saturday 1 July 10am - 4pm (last entry 3pm) YDMT and Nethergill Eco Farm National Hay Meadow Celebration Day 2017

Fri 7 - Mon 10 July 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon Limestone Flora

YDMT and Forest of Bowland AONB

A chance to learn more about the plants and wildlife which inhabit the meadows. Take a guided walk; watch craft demonstrations; learn about the traditional uses of meadow plants, enjoy tea and cake and spend time in the amazing meadows. Bring a packed lunch and stay all day! Location: Slaidburn, please use the village car park. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None to attend, booking for guided walks required Cost: £3 for guided walks T: 01200 448000 E: [email protected] W: www.forestofbowland.com/ Festival-Bowland-Events

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YDMT/Nethergill Farm

Celebrate the delights of a summer’s meadow with wildflower walks and bug hunting (weather permitting.) Homemade refreshments available - or bring a picnic and enjoy the nature trails. Dogs allowed on leads. Location: Nethergill Farm, Oughtershaw, Buckden, BD23 5JS. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Free, but donations to YDMT welcome T: 01756 761126 E: [email protected] W: www.nethergill.co.uk


A weekend for botanists looking at specialist flora of limestone habitats amid this magnificent scenery. Excursions will cover grasslands, flushes, woodlands and limestone pavement to improve skills in identifying a wide range of species in the field, making sure we don’t miss the ferns, grasses, sedges or the views. Location: High Trenhouse, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PR. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

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July COURSE

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

WALK

Fri 7 - Mon 10 July 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon Grass Identification

Fri 7 - Sun 9 July 10am - 4pm Meadow Connections and The Northern Scythe Championships

Tuesday 11 July 10am - 4pm The Wildflowers of Ingleborough National Nature Reserve: High Brae & Sulber


This course is for those with limited or no experience and will introduce the structure of grasses and the terminology used in identification. Visits to a variety of local habitats will give you experience of using keys and identifying a range of common and less well-known grass species. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

COURSE

Meadow Connections

A weekend long celebration of upland wildflower meadows. Including a two day ‘learn to scythe’ course, a day of botany, craft and herbal medicine workshops, walks and talks and the Northern Scythe Championships. Delicious local food and a ceilidh on Saturday evening. A great weekend for all meadow lovers. Tickets limited, please see website for more details. Dogs on leads are welcome. Location: Lower Winskill Farm, Langcliffe, Settle. BD24 9PZ. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 07951 399176 E: [email protected] W: www.meadowconnections.co.uk

Fri 7 - Mon 10 July 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon Lichens in the Dales

A guided walk through High Brae and Sulber, two large and scenic limestone pastures grazed by native breed cattle. Led by Senior Reserve Manager, Colin Newlands, this botanical excursion will explore the great variety of plants that are to be found amongst the grassland, pavement flush, heath and rocky habitats. No dogs. Meet: Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Horton in Ribblesdale. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free (donations appreciated) T: 015242 42021 E: colin.newlands@naturalengland. org.uk W: www.gov.uk/natural-england

WALK


The Malham Tarn area is rich in lichen species, offering beginners and the more experienced a useful and informative selection of material. Collection methods will be covered. Gain confidence in using simple identification keys and chemical tests, and obtain an understanding of their biology and impact on the landscape. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

Natural England

Grasses

WALK Monday 10 July 2pm Waitby Greenriggs Nature Reserve Walk

Yoredale Natural History Society

From May to August Waitby Greenriggs is a succession of fascinating wildflowers, including orchids. An easy 2 mile guided walk around the area. Meet: Minor road 1 mile from Kirkby Stephen towards Waitby, NY757087. Grade: Easy - 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £2, Children free T: 01748 821634 W: www.yoredalenaturalhistory.com

Wednesday 12 July 1.30pm - 4pm Dent: Sunnyside and Moneyside


Join our experienced Dales Volunteers on this walk in beautiful Dentdale - partly along the popular Dales Way, through pleasant flower meadows along the River Dee, and returning on a centuries-old route linking the farms and what was the old Dent workhouse on the northern side of the dale. Just what’s needed to walk off a delicious lunch in one of the Dent hostelries! Meet: Dent car park, LA10 5QL. SD704871. Grade: Easy - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

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July IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY

COURSE

WALK

Wednesday 12 July 10am - 3pm Upland Hay Meadow Flora

Fri 14 - Mon 17 July 4pm Fri - 3pm Mon Fens and Bogs: Plants and Processes

Saturday 15 July 11am - 1pm To the Source of the Swale Guided Walk

Explore and investigate the fascinating variety of wetland habitats around Malham Tarn, from acidic peat bogs to calcium-rich springs with tutor Ros Tratt. Learn to identify characteristic wetland plants, and distinctive wetland plant communities, finding out more about the environmental conditions that support the diverse range of vegetation. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

A gentle stroll through meadows to discover the source of the Swale at the confluence of Birkdale and Sleddale becks. Car required for the short drive to Hoggarths Bridge. Strong footwear required or wellies if you wish to ford the Swale. Dogs welcome on a lead. Meet: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre, Richmond, DL11 6LJ. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £3.50, Children free T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk

Tanya St. Pierre, Stories in Stone

A guided walk through species rich hay meadow habitat looking at key species identification. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Meet: Colt Park Barn, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3JF. Grade: Easy - 4 miles Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

Wood crane’s-bill

EXHIBITION Thurs 13 - Sun 16 July 11am - 7pm (5.30pm Sun) Gargrave Summer Art Exhibition Gargrave Arts

Annual exhibition of paintings, prints, and sculptures by local artists. Most works are for sale, there are workshops and artists in residence during the event, and usually a special exhibition in the side rooms, including a special Flowers of the Dales/YDMT exhibition. Refreshments are provided by Gargrave WI. Location: Gargrave Village Hall, West Street, Gargrave, BD23 3RD. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01756 749686 E: [email protected] W: www.gargravearts.webs.com

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OPEN DAY Saturday 15 July 10am - 3.30pm Just the Job Open Day

Just the Job Environmental Enterprises

Open day at Just the Job Gardens including stalls, pole lathing, bee and bug hunts in the community orchard and newly created hay meadow areas. Location: Just the Job Gardens at the top of Quarry Road, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 4TE. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01748 822815 E: [email protected] W: www.just-the-job.org.uk

Black knapweed and Wood crane’s-bill

WALK Sunday 16 July 1.30pm - 4pm Discover Aisgill Force


A moderate 4 mile guided walk to discover the delights of Aisgill and its stunning waterfall. Meet: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, Children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk


July COURSE

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

WALK

Mon 17 - Thurs 20 July 4pm Mon - 3pm Thur Butterflies and Moths

Sat 22 July - Sun 3 Sept 10.30am - 5pm (last entry 3.30pm) Studfold’s Fairy and Pixie Trail

Sunday 30 July 11am - 4pm Hawes Rural Heritage

The unique diversity of habitat around Malham Tarn contributes to an interesting selection of Lepidoptera. Many nationally-scarce moths associated with fens, mosses and moorland can be found, as well as a small selection of special butterflies. Learn about the ecology of nationally significant species and how to identify them. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £345 resident sole occupancy; £315 resident shared occupancy; £230 non-resident T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

A magical time! Fairies and pixies appear at Studfold! Dress up and have an adventure. Experience the spectacular beauty of Nidderdale. Pick up a detective’s clue sheet and discover the hidden secrets of Studfold. Explore the many activities along the Adventure Trail and find secret boxes. Uncover a world of nature. Location: Studfold, Lofthouse, Nr Pateley Bridge, HG3 5SG. Grade: Easy - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £6, children £5, under 3 free T: 01423 755228 E: [email protected] W: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk

Our Dales Volunteers welcome you to join them on this rural walk in Herriot country, through fields and along old Bridleways with stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales, picking out signs of old industries and rural methods. We will see hamlets and villages, farm houses, field barns and lime kilns. Meet: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Grade: Easy - 5½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk




CONSERVATION ACTIVITY Friday 21 July 10am - 3pm Scything Course

Steve Tomlin, Stories in Stone

A practical session to learn the necessary skills under expert tuition, leaving you confident to scythe effectively and safely. Lunch provided. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Location: Broadrake Bunk Barn, Philpin Lane, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3AX. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

Water avens

CONSERVATION ACTIVITY


Tuesday 25 July 9.45am - 12pm Meadow Maintenance

Sunday 30 July 11am - 4pm Magical Moths

Come and join our volunteers in helping look after our wildflower meadow. We will be removing thistles before they go to seed and in preparation for the meadow being cut for hay. Dogs on leads welcome. Location: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre. DL9 3PZ. Age: Adults only Booking: Advisable Cost: Free T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk

Drop in session where you can see specimens under a microscope. Talk to staff and volunteers about moths and how to survey and identify them. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum admission charges apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk



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July EXPLORE OUTDOORS

EXPLORE OUTDOORS

Sunday 30 July 11am - 4pm Bug Safari

Monday 31 July 1pm - 4pm Den Building and Bushcraft at Malham Tarn

Kilnsey Park Estate

Step into a wonderful mini-Universe with Roger and Rosie, our very own intrepid bug rangers. Share their enthusiasm as they help you discover the extraordinary diversity of bug life all around us. Location: Kilnsey Park, Kilnsey, BD23 5PS. Grade: Easy Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Normal admission charges apply T: 01756 752150 E: [email protected] W: www.kilnseypark.co.uk

National Trust

Become a woodland explorer, build a den and learn some woodland skills, maybe even toast some marshmallows on a camp fire. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring gloves, sunblock and insect repellent. Suitable for children ages 5 to 11. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses, BD24 9PT. Age: 5-11yrs accompanied by adult Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5, children £3.50 T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Hay meadow at Yockenthwaite

August IDENTIFICATION ACTIVITY

WALK

Wednesday 2 August 10am - 3pm Raised Bog Flora

Sunday 6 August 1.30pm - 4.00pm Barns, Walls and Bridges

An introductory course to the habitat variety and related indicator species of raised bogs and fens including a practical outdoor session. Packed lunch required. This course is part of Stories in Stone, a programme of community and heritage projects that has been developed by the Ingleborough Dales Landscape Partnership with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Meet: Dry Rigg Quarry, Horton in Ribblesdale, BD24 0EL. Grade: Some easy walking - 2 miles approx Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £12.50 T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.storiesinstone.org.uk

A guided walk to discover some of the barns, walls and bridges of Upper Wensleydale. You can enjoy panoramic views and the historic town of Hawes and villages of Sedbusk and Hardraw, as well as the beauty of Shaw Gill, with its waterfalls and woods. No dogs. Meet: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Advisable Cost: Adults £5, children free T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.yorkshiredales.org.uk

Colin Newlands, Stories in Stone


CONSERVATION ACTIVITY Sat 5 - Sun 6 August 10am - 4pm Scything, Hay-Making and Hand Hay-Baling Broadrake

Come and help us mow our hay meadow with your scythes, and help turn the grass to start the drying process. If the weather is good we hope to be able to make hay bales on the Sunday. Bring a packed lunch. Drinks and home-baking provided. Location: Broadrake, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3AX. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential - please call day before to check weather Cost: Free, donations to YDMT T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk

Bird's-eye primrose

WALK Wednesday 9 August 10am - 2pm The Wildflowers of Ingleborough National Nature Reserve: Ribblehead Quarry Natural England

A botanical walk exploring the wonderful diversity of plants that are re-colonising this former limestone quarry. No dogs. Meet: Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Ribblehead. Grade: Moderate - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free (donations appreciated) T: 015242 42021 E: colin.newlands@naturalengland. org.uk W: www.gov.uk/natural-england

Northern Scything champions 2016

TALK Wednesday 9 August 2pm - 3pm Seeing Red


YDNPA Ranger, Matt, will talk about red squirrel conservation in the Yorkshire Dales. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum admission charges apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

EXPLORE OUTDOORS Saturday 12 August 10.30am - 5pm (last entry 3.30pm) Bug Hunting! Studfold Adventure Trail

Have an adventure and hunt for bugs! Pick up a detectives clue sheet and discover the hidden secrets of Studfold. Explore the many activities along the Adventure Trail and find secret boxes. Uncover a world of nature. Location: Studfold, Lofthouse, Nr Pateley Bridge, HG3 5SG. Grade: Easy - 1½ miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £6, Children £5, under 3 free T: 01423 755228 E: [email protected] W: www.studfoldtrails.co.uk


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August COURSE

ARTS AND CRAFTS

WALK

Mon 14 - Fri 18 August 4pm Mon - 3pm Fri Landscape Adventures in Watercolour

Fri 18 - Sat 19 August 10am - 4pm Drawn in the Dales - Workshops in Line and Wash

Saturday 19 August 11am Walking in Swaledale

Explore the wonders of landscape painting in the inspirational Yorkshire Dales. This watercolour painting course is for those who wish to improve their techniques and learn how to dramatise their paintings through colour, texture, tone and composition. All levels of painting abilities welcome, as you will receive individual guidance. Location: Malham Tarn Field Centre, Malham Moor, Settle, BD24 9PU. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £305 non-residential only T: 01729 830331 E: [email protected] W: www.field-studies-council.org

Two full day workshops with popular Yorkshire artist John Harrison. The day will begin with outdoor sketching, and then move inside for ink drawing and light watercolour wash application. Paper and pens supplied; please bring your own paints, brushes, sketch pad and a packed lunch. Different subject matter each day. Location: Broadrake, Chapel-leDale, LA6 3AX. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £60 T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk www.drawninyorkshire.com


Saturday 19 August 11am - 3.30pm Swinner Gill in the Footsteps of Ella Pontefract


Wednesday 16 August 9am - 12pm Moth Breakfast Natural England

Come and discover the magical world of moths, followed by breakfast and a cup of tea with local moth experts at Ingleborough National Nature Reserve. We will be setting moths traps across the reserve the night before, so come along to discover what we have caught! Sorry, no dogs. Location: Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Ribblehead. Age: All welcome Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5, Children free T: 015242 42021 E: chloe.lumsdon@naturalengland. org.uk W: www.gov.uk/natural-england

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Broadrake


Heather moorland to Healaugh then back by the river. Some rough ground, much of general interest. Picnic lunch. Meet: Reeth Village Green, Swaledale, SE037994. Grade: Moderate - 4 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £2, Children free T: 01748 825332 W: www.yoredalenaturalhistory.com

WALK Ghost moth

WALK


Guided walk with experienced volunteer, David Pemberton. Walk in the footsteps of Ella Pontefract and Marie Hartley with extracts from their book ‘Swaledale’, to Crackpot Hall, Swinner Gill and Hartlakes. Weather permitting, an option to visit Swinner Gill Kirk - waterfall and cave and site of non-conformist worship. Return via private bridge across the Swale (with thanks to the Gunnerside Estate). Dogs welcome. Location: Keld Countryside and Heritage Centre. Grade: Moderate Age: Adults and children aged 8+ Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £5.50, Children £3 T: 07790 401476 E: [email protected] W: www.keld.org.uk


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Tuesday 22 August 8pm - 10pm The Bats of Malham Tarn National Trust

A walk at dusk to view our nocturnal woodlanders. Learn about these special creatures and listen to their ‘conversations’ using bat detectors. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring a torch (no head torches) and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses, BD24 9PT. Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

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August TALK

WALK

WALK/FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Wednesday 23 August 2pm - 3pm Seeing Red

Thursday 24 August 8pm - 10pm The Bats of Upper Wharfedale

YDNPA Ranger, Matt, will talk about red squirrel conservation in the Yorkshire Dales. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum admission charges apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

National Trust

A dusk walk to see, hear and learn a bit more about these special nocturnal creatures. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring a torch and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Buckden National Park car park. BD23 5JA. Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 per person T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Wednesday 30 August 10am - 12pm Autumn and the Circle of Life for Families

WALK

A walk to look at autumn changes at Foxglove Covert, focusing on decay and decomposition: What happens to autumn leaves? What happens to wood? Look at log piles and have a search to see how it is all the circle of life! This event is suitable for all the family. Location: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre. DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy Age: All welcome Booking: Essential Cost: £3 donation per child T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk


Friday 29 August 8pm - 10pm The Bats of Malham Tarn National Trust

Red Squirrel

EXHIBITION Sat 26 - Wed 30 August 11am - 5pm Buckden Art Group Annual Exhibition Buckden Art Group

Up to 150 paintings for sale, with a special section for the Flowers of the Dales Festival. Location: Buckden Village Institute, Buckden, Upper Wharfedale, BD23 5JA. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01756 760259 E: [email protected]

A walk at dusk to view our nocturnal woodlanders. Learn about these special creatures and listen to their ‘conversations’ using bat detectors. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Please bring a torch (no head torches) and insect repellent. No dogs. Meet: Malham Tarn Estate Office, Waterhouses. BD24 9PT. Grade: Easy - approx 2 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales


WALK Thursday 31 August 7.30pm - 9.30pm The Bats of Hudswell Woods National Trust

A walk at dusk to view our nocturnal woodlanders and learn about these special creatures. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear as surfaces are uneven. Please bring a torch and insect repellent. Dogs on leads. Meet: Round Howe car park. DL10 4TL Grade: Easy - approx 1 mile Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 per person T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Melancholy thistle


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Sept Oct WALK

WALK

EXHIBITION

Wednesday 6 September 10am - 12pm Autumn and the Circle of Life

Sunday 8 October 11am - 2pm Hidden Waterfalls of Upper Wharfedale

Thurs 19 - Sun 22 October 10am - 6pm (4pm Sun) Gargrave Autumn Art and Crafts Exhibition

Come with one of our rangers and seek out some of the waterfalls and hidden places of Upper Wharfedale. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Bring a packed lunch. No dogs. Meet: Buckden National Park car park (pay and display). BD23 5JA. Grade: Moderate - approx 3 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: £5 per person T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

Annual Art and Crafts exhibition by local artists. Most works are for sale (ideal for Christmas). There are artists in residence during the event, and usually more in the side rooms, including a special Flowers of the Dales/YDMT exhibition. Refreshments are provided by Gargrave WI. Dogs on leads allowed. Location: Gargrave Village Hall, West Street, Gargrave, BD23 3RD. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Free T: 01756 749686 E: [email protected] W: www.gargravearts.webs.com


A walk to look at autumn changes at Foxglove Covert, focusing on decay and decomposition: What happens to autumn leaves? What happens to wood? Look at log piles and have a search to see how it is all the circle of life! This walk is for adults. Location: Foxglove Covert LNR. Meet at the Field Centre. DL9 3PZ. Grade: Easy - Approx 1 Mile Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: £3 suggested donation T: 01748 831113 / 07754 270980 E: [email protected] W: www.foxglovecovert.org.uk

National Trust

ARTS AND CRAFTS Mon 16 - Tues 17 October 9.45am - 4pm Botanical Watercolour Painting - Fungi


Local art tutor Karen Innes (SBA) leads a 2-day workshop on fungi painting. Bring your own subject matter; or come early for a local fungus foray. Hot pressed watercolour paper will be provided; please bring your own painting materials and a packed lunch. Drinks and home-baking provided. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience. Location: Broadrake, Chapel-le-Dale, LA6 3AX. Age: Adults only Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £110 T: 015242 41357 E: [email protected] W: www.broadrake.co.uk


Broadrake

TALK

The Blusher by Pat Mitchell

Wednesday 6 September 2pm - 3pm What does a Ranger do?


Meet a National Park Ranger for a talk about what the Ranger service does in the National Park. Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum entry fees apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk

Gargrave Arts

Sat 21 - Sun 29 October 10am - 5pm Bats and Beasties

Enjoy some half term fun with a museum trail. Find the nocturnal beasties and win a prize! Location: Dales Countryside Museum, Hawes, DL8 3NT. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Museum admission charges apply T: 01969 666210 E: [email protected] W: www.dalescountrysidemuseum. org.uk


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October PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Sunday 22 October 10am - 2pm Photography workshop: Autumn Colour at Hudswell Woods National Trust

Join local professional photographer and teacher, Ian Short, for a digital photography workshop in Hudswell Woods. The emphasis of this workshop will be the use of macro photography to capture autumn colour in the woods and riverside grasslands. The workshop will help participants take their photography to the next level. Recommended that participants have access to either a digital SLR or good bridge camera. A tripod would also be useful. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear and bring a packed lunch. Meet: Round Howe car park - full joining instructions on request. Age: Adults Booking: Essential Cost: Adults £35 T: 01729 830416 E: [email protected] W: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ yorkshire-dales

WALK Tuesday 24 October 10am Salmon Walk

Autumn colour, Clapham


WALK

Wednesday 25 October 10am - 3pm Fungal Foray

Saturday 28 October 1pm Autumn Colours

Explore the fascinating variety of fungi to be found on Ingleborough National Nature Reserve. A morning foray through the pastures will be followed by an indoor workshop in the afternoon to identify specimens. No dogs. Location: Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, near Ribblehead. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Free (donations appreciated) T: 015242 42021 E: colin.newlands@naturalengland. org.uk W: www.gov.uk/natural-england

Walk to Lord’s Bridge, along the riverside to Redmire Force and back. Fields and some stiles but mostly flat. A classic Wensleydale walk. Meet: Layby East of West Witton on A684. Grade: Easy - 5 miles. Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: None Cost: Adults £2, Children free T: 07561 163823 W: www.yoredalenaturalhistory.com

Natural England



A scenic walk around Stainforth, including a visit to Stainforth Foss where we hope to catch a glimpse of the salmon leaping up the waterfalls to spawn. Route includes moderate inclines and stiles. Paths may be muddy, slippery or icy. Please wear sturdy boots and warm waterproof clothing and bring a drink/snack. Optional lunch afterwards. Meet: Stainforth (to be confirmed). Grade: Moderate - 6 miles Age: All (accompanied children) Booking: Essential Cost: Suggested donation of £15 per adult to support YDMT’s work T: 015242 51002 E: [email protected] W: www.ydmt.org

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