Winter Trees Walk

Wrap up warm and join us to embrace the bare beauty of the colder months on our Winter Trees Walk. You will discover how to identify trees in their winter splendour, whilst admiring their seasonal forms, and discover how our local trees adapt and survive through winter.
Join our knowledgeable guides from Wild Intrigue for this slow-paced exploration of Gateshead Riverside Park to learn how to spot different tree species by their bark, buds and branch structure, and gain insights into the unique characteristics of winter trees.
This event is a great way to explore and connect with the wonders of winter wildlife, meet fellow nature lovers, and deepen your understanding of the Gateshead Riverside Park - even when it’s a bit chilly!

At the end of the walk you can enjoy a ‘winter warmer’ of hot chocolate, tea or coffee while continuing discussions at St Mary’s Heritage Centre.

The meeting point for this event is Pipewellgate Car Park. Everyone is welcome, please note that sections of the route through Gateshead Riverside Park include steep gradients.

What You’ll Discover:
• How to identify trees by their bark, buds, and overall structure during winter
• Intriguing insights about how trees adapt and thrive in the colder months
• Tips on using simple tools and techniques for tree identification
• The role of trees in winter ecosystems and their importance to wildlife

What to Bring:
• Warm Clothing: Dress in layers and wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire.
• Sturdy Footwear: For walking comfortably
• Notebook and Pen: To jot down any observations or interesting facts (optional)
• Camera: To capture the beauty of winter trees and scenery (optional)
• Hot/ cold drink and snacks: Please feel welcome to bring a flask to stay warm!

You'll see that we are using a tiered booking system to suit your purse. To find out more about why we use this system, and to decide what to pay, visit: [insert webpage here]

Payment Structure:

We have introduced a sliding scale payment structure; so that everyone can enjoy and experience Gateshead’s green getaway. For more information about which tier you suits your purse at the moment, visit: Tyne Derwent Way event payment guide - Tyne Derwent Way

In brief, the tiers are as follows:

Tier 1, Paying £0 - £3 per event

• I frequently stress about meeting basic* needs and don’t always achieve them.

Tier 2 , Paying £6 per event

• I may stress about meeting my basic needs* but still regularly achieve them.

Tier 3 , Paying £12 per event

• I am comfortably able to meet all of my basic needs*.

*BASIC NEEDS include food, housing, clothing and transport.

Host or Publisher Tyne Derwent Way