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Community

Around £5

Moles, Molehills and Finds

Fran Breen: Research, Fundraising and Comms Manager Solent University Moles, molehills and finds ~ all about our molehill surveys. All talks will start at 7:30pm and be held at The Nook Farm Shop and Café, CA9 3BG Tickets are not required but a minimum £5 donation on the door would be appreciated. Places can be […]

Thu 23 JulEpiacum Roman Fort(7.9mi)

via Epiacum Roman FortLocal gem

Community

Around £5

Moles, Molehills and Finds

Thu 23 Jul19:30Epiacum Roman Fort(7.9mi)

via Epiacum Roman FortLocal gem

Community

Community social "pop-up"

Repeats every month on the last Thursday until the 26th November 2026

Thu 30 JulNinebanks Village Hall(9.1mi)

via Ninebanks Village HallLocal gem

Community

Volunteer opportunity to remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle

Join us for a practical day to help dig up and remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle (Alchemilla mollis) from an area around an Upper Teesdale beck. This area of Upper Teesdale in the North Pennines National Landscape is especially important for the population of rare native plants that are found there. If the Garden Lady’s-mantle is left to set seed, it poses a risk of spreading to further sites and possibly out competing and replacing the important native plant communities. This activity requires a good level of fitness as well as the ability to navigate uneven terrain. Training will be given on the morning of the event. Exact location will be sent 48 hours prior to the event. Suitable for all ages; children must be supervised by an adult. Please sign up using the Better Impact volunteer platform.

Thu 30 Jul11:00Langdon Beck Hotel(7mi)

via Langdon Beck Hotel

History & Heritage

Historic environment on-site working day

Come along and get involved in recording historic structures on working days at sites around the North Pennines. Held monthly apart from March and August, 10am to 4pm. Help document key features through structured field recording and targeted photography, and contribute invaluable data for ongoing conservation work. The photographs taken will also support the creation of detailed 3D models through photogrammetry and feed into Historic England’s Missing Pieces project, helping to build a richer national record of heritage sites. You’ll have the chance to work with other volunteers and trained staff, while helping us to safeguard these important sites. You will need to bring walking boots and clothing appropriate for spending the day outdoors in a variety of weather. You will also need a packed lunch, snacks and a drink. If you want to bring equipment with you, you are welcome to, but we will also have some equipment available for you to use. Dates for 2026: Future dates with locations: • Thursday 26th February – Rookhope Arch • Tuesday 28th April – Nenthead • Wednesday 27th May – Beldon Lead Mine • Tuesday 23rd June – Lady’s Rake Mine • Thursday 30th July – Silverband Mine • Wednesday 23rd September – Pike Law • Tuesday 27th October – Middle Level Greenlaw • Thursday 19th November – Stublick Colliery/ Langley Barony Mine • Tuesday 8th December – Brandon Walls Each day is from 10am to 4pm. Please book using the Better Impact volunteer system

Thu 30 Jul11:00Pike Law lead mine workings(9.4mi)

via Pike Law lead mine workings

Community

Community social "pop-up"

Repeats every month on the last Thursday until the 26th November 2026

Thu 30 Jul20:30Ninebanks Village Hall(9.1mi)

via Ninebanks Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

~ Concert at Our Lady & St Michael’s, Workington

15 August ~ Concert at Our Lady & St Michael’s, Workington 3 Jul Written By Jane Plasom-Scott Jane Plasom-Scott

Sat 15 AugCatholic Church of Saint Wulstan(6mi)

via Catholic Church of Saint WulstanLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Come and Sing Evensong

A traditional service of Choral Evensong (from the Book of Common Prayer), with sung psalm, canticles and anthem. All in a gorgeous setting - everyone most welcome.

Sun 16 Aug18:00Holy Paraclete Church(8.1mi)

via Holy Paraclete ChurchLocal gem

History & Heritage

Westgate - village history evenings

As part of the village histories project, we’ll be exploring and recording the natural and cultural heritage of Westgate and its surrounding area. There are sessions every month on a Wednesday, 6pm to 8pm, starting 25 February in the village hall at Westgate. This exciting project aims to bring together local knowledge, memories, and research to create a lasting record for future generations, and there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. The group is aimed at residents of Westgate, those who live nearby, or simply have an interest in the history of the village. Free refreshments will be available throughout the session. Please use the Ticketsource link to book. Image (c) – Tom Baldwin Part of the Land of Lead and Silver project led by the North Pennines National Landscape team and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England.

Wed 19 Aug19:00Westgate Village Hall(9.1mi)

via Westgate Village Hall

Community

Recording the mining landscape - outdoor day

Join us for a practical outdoor volunteer day learning how to monitor and record the condition of historic mining sites in the North Pennines. Located in the Allenheads Heritage Centre, 20 August, 10am to 3pm, the day will be split into two parts, combining condition recording with heritage photography to help build consistent records for the Land of Lead and Silver project. Morning: learn how to assess and record the condition of historic mining remains using a simple recording form. We will look at structural movement, vegetation, erosion, water damage and masonry loss. Afternoon: use your own camera or mobile phone to create a consistent photographic record to support your condition report, including repeatable viewpoints, overall and detail photographs, captions and linking images to written observations. This is not a photogrammetry session or about creating 3D models. Instead, it focuses on straightforward photographic recording that can be repeated over time to monitor changes in the condition of historic mining sites. No previous experience is required. 18+ only. Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements. Refreshments will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch. Sign up using the volunteer system Better Impact

Thu 20 Aug11:00Allenheads Heritage Centre(7.6mi)

via Allenheads Heritage Centre

Community

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

North Pennines YAC is open to everyone aged 8–16 years interested in archaeology. Become a member of the North Pennines Young Archaeologists’ Club (YAC) and get involved in all sorts of activities, including visiting and investigating archaeological sites and historic places, trying out traditional crafts, taking part in excavations, and lots more. The club meet once a month on a Saturday at Alston Moor Recreation Ground and Pavilion, 10am to 1pm. The first session of 2026 is 17 January. We encourage signing up for as many sessions as possible to get the best experience. YAC is the place for young people who might want to become a professional archaeologist in the future, or just feel like taking up an amazing new hobby. It offers 8 to 16 year olds the chance to get their hands mucky, participating in archaeology and discovering why it matters. The clubs explore all eras of human history, including the Romans, Vikings, Ancient Egyptians and Victorians, and members take part in all sorts of hands-on activities, such as investigating archaeological sites and historic places, taking part in excavations, and working with artefacts. The club also run lots of craft-based activities based on archaeological periods and technology, with members trying out many traditional crafts. Please note that the location and timing of some sessions may change depending on the activities planned.

Sat 22 Aug11:00Fairhill Recreation Ground(5.7mi)

via Fairhill Recreation Ground

Community

Community social "pop-up"

Repeats every month on the last Thursday until the 26th November 2026

Thu 27 AugNinebanks Village Hall(9.1mi)

via Ninebanks Village HallLocal gem

Community

Community social "pop-up"

Repeats every month on the last Thursday until the 26th November 2026

Thu 27 Aug20:30Ninebanks Village Hall(9.1mi)

via Ninebanks Village HallLocal gem

Community

Special Fifth Sunday Activity or Event

A new venture - something different and special every Fifth Sunday! Always informal and family friendly, everyone welcome - check notices for details!

Sun 30 Aug11:00Holy Paraclete Church(8.1mi)

via Holy Paraclete ChurchLocal gem

Community

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

Sat 12 Sept11:00Fairhill Recreation Ground(5.7mi)

via Fairhill Recreation Ground

Religion & Spirituality

Sung Evensong

A traditional sung service of Evensong (according to the Book of Common Prayer) in a gorgeous setting - everyone most welcome.

Sun 20 Sept18:00Holy Paraclete Church(8.1mi)

via Holy Paraclete ChurchLocal gem

Community

Around £5

Life as a Student Archaeologist

Wilf Bazley: Undergraduate Archaeologist, University College London Life as a student archaeologist. All talks will start at 7:30pm and be held at The Nook Farm Shop and Café, CA9 3BG. Tickets are not required but a minimum £5 donation on the door would be appreciated. Places can be booked via or by phoning Elaine on .

Thu 24 SeptEpiacum Roman Fort(7.9mi)

via Epiacum Roman FortLocal gem

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Cumbria, England

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Moles, Molehills and Finds

Moles, Molehills and Finds

Community social "pop-up"

Volunteer opportunity to remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle

Historic environment on-site working day

Community social "pop-up"

~ Concert at Our Lady & St Michael’s, Workington

Come and Sing Evensong

Westgate - village history evenings

Recording the mining landscape - outdoor day

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

Community social "pop-up"

Community social "pop-up"

Special Fifth Sunday Activity or Event

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

Sung Evensong

Life as a Student Archaeologist

More about Sidehead

Enjoyed the look of Sidehead?

What's on near Sidehead, in your inbox

Moles, Molehills and Finds

Moles, Molehills and Finds

Community social "pop-up"

Volunteer opportunity to remove invasive Garden Lady’s-mantle

Historic environment on-site working day

Community social "pop-up"

~ Concert at Our Lady & St Michael’s, Workington

Come and Sing Evensong

Westgate - village history evenings

Recording the mining landscape - outdoor day

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

Community social "pop-up"

Community social "pop-up"

Special Fifth Sunday Activity or Event

North Pennines Young Archaeologists' Club

Sung Evensong

Life as a Student Archaeologist