Ouse Burn Way: Butterfly Walk

Join us for a friendly and relaxed butterfly walk, where we’ll explore the area to see what species we can spot together. Along the way we’ll help identify butterflies and record our sightings, contributing to valuable wildlife data while enjoying time outdoors.

This is a great chance to learn more about local butterflies in a fun and informal setting. Whether you’re completely new or already have an interest in wildlife, everyone is welcome.

Come along, take a gentle stroll, and enjoy discovering the butterflies around you. Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Event lead: Audrey Linden

Event length: 1 session, Friday 7 August, 1 pm - 1.30 pm (approx)

Meet at: Woolsington Parish Pond (Lily Pond), Woolsington, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NZ 19165 69726, W3W: ///riots.fishery.runner.

Please plan your route beforehand as there is no on site parking. Map with meeting point and details for nearby parking included below.

Photos will be taken at this event to use on social media and in NHSN publicity material. If you would prefer not to be photographed please let us know at the start of the event.

Toilet facilities are not available and there is no cafe on site.

The walk is approximately 1.5 miles along a trail. Please wear sturdy footwear as some of the paths can be uneven in places and can get muddy in places. This site is not generally regarded as wheelchair accessible.

Please email Ellie at [email protected] for any accessibility questions.

Made possible by the Reece Foundation, The Ouse Burn Way offers events that encourage people of all ages to connect with nature. From exploring local wildlife to discovering the hidden gems in your community, these activities are a great way to experience the natural world in Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you spot in your own neighbourhood? Come along and join us for some outdoor fun, and start noticing the wildlife around you. For more information about the project, please click here.

Map to show how to get to meeting point (red x) below. Best options for parking are Cowell's Garden Centre (B on map, w3w//hops.agreed.neck) or layby on A696 (D on map, w3w//engage.pages.rival - please note this layby has limited parking).

Please leave extra time!