13 June 2016. June 13 trips will be cancelled. be will trips • Walk 4 Life

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• Natural a mobile phone as well as a conventional conventional a as well as phone mobile a Tours of the building and refreshments are available. are refreshments and building the of Tours

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and 4pm and about this Victorian way of life for the young girls of . Sunderland. of girls young the for life of way Victorian this about • National Trust

DH1 5UQ. Please state where the photo photo the where state Please 5UQ. DH1 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm 2.30pm 1pm, 11.30am, Come along during the day and meet the staff and find out more more out find and staff the meet and day the during along Come

• Trevor Stephenson

Open Days Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4 Saturday and 3 Friday Days Open Friday Heritage Coast, County Hall, Durham, Durham, Hall, County Coast, Heritage

or send to to send or and 3pm 3pm and www.eastdurhamcreates.co.uk/pirates • Tonia’s Café, [email protected] 11am and 1pm. and 11am

Rules: Email your photograph to to photograph your Email Durham Creates. To find out more visit: visit: more out find To Creates. Durham 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm 1.30pm 12pm, 10.30am,

are available. Guided walks of the surrounding area to take place at at place take to area surrounding the of walks Guided available. are

• Sunderland City Council

TS27 4BL. 4BL. TS27 Thursday Created and Presented by East East by Presented and Created

the young girls of Sunderland. Tours of the building and refreshments refreshments and building the of Tours Sunderland. of girls young the

goodies and books. and goodies

• Seaham Marina Cic Dene, Coast Road, , Hartlepool, Road, Coast Dene, Crimdon

and 2pm and

meet the staff and find out more about this Victorian way of life for for life of way Victorian this about more out find and staff the meet

LookOut café (worth £25), picnic rucksack, Heritage Coast Coast Heritage rucksack, picnic £25), (worth café LookOut

Come along in your best pirate costume! pirate best your in along Come

9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm 12.30pm 11am, 9.30am,

Group (Fred Cooper) Elizabeth Donnison in her will. Come along during the day and and day the during along Come will. her in Donnison Elizabeth

Wildlife Single Membership for 1 year, lunch for two at the the at two for lunch year, 1 for Membership Single Wildlife

Wednesday

hands-on arts activities and entertainment. and activities arts hands-on

patronage in Sunderland parish, through a provision made by by made provision a through parish, Sunderland in patronage

• Seaham Local History Prizes include: A one night stay in a caravan at the Barn, Durham Durham Barn, the at caravan a in stay night one A include: Prizes

leafy dene to discover a pirate world full of of full world pirate a discover to dene leafy

10am, 11.30am and 1pm and 11.30am 10am, The Donnison School was established in 1778 under church church under 1778 in established was School Donnison The

Tuesday along the coastal pathway down into the the into down pathway coastal the along • Seaham Boat Charter Saturday 28, 10.30am–4pm 28, Saturday

Heritage Coast’s 2017 calendar. 2017 Coast’s Heritage

help find their lost treasure! Follow the trail trail the Follow treasure! lost their find help

Open Day and Guided Walk Walk Guided and Day Open

on our Facebook page. The best one will be included in the the in included be will one best The page. Facebook our on Association

coming back and looking for new recruits to to recruits new for looking and back coming place, as it’s limited availability. limited it’s as place,

Donnison School School Donnison June! Results and a selection of the best photos will be posted posted be will photos best the of selection a and Results June!

• Community

03000 268 131 268 03000 There’s whispers over the waves they are are they waves the over whispers There’s to book your your book to Call

We’ll judge our favourite snaps and announce the winners in in winners the announce and snaps favourite our judge We’ll

tale about the pirates of Crimdon Dene? Dene? Crimdon of pirates the about tale

• RNLI

a local heritage group. heritage local a

Ahoy there matey – have you heard the tall tall the heard you have – matey there Ahoy on the day. day. the on

our events listed in this leaflet. leaflet. this in listed events our

• North East Sport

to be to meet likeminded people and perhaps become involved with with involved become perhaps and people likeminded meet to be to

money will be taken by Duncan Duncan by taken be will money

must be taken during the festival week at one of of one at week festival the during taken be must 10am-4pm

want to learn about your heritage and history of the area this is place place is this area the of history and heritage your about learn to want

be booked in advance and and advance in booked be • Norman Conn

provoking, scenic or a selfie! The photograph photograph The selfie! a or scenic provoking, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June June 4 Saturday and 3 Friday

History Fair with many other heritage groups from the area. So if you you if So area. the from groups heritage other many with Fair History

£5 per person per £5

. Places must must Places . of Free

mind if the photographs are fun, thought- fun, are photographs the if mind The Treasure of Happy Returns Happy of Treasure The

Crew

The Heritage Coast Partnership will be attending the Sunderland Sunderland the attending be will Partnership Coast Heritage The

will be on sale at the special price price special the at sale on be will

of the events throughout the week. We don’t don’t We week. the throughout events the of

4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4

Pirates of Crimdon Dene! Crimdon of Pirates

Seaham Beach Cleaning

May to Friday 3 June 3 Friday to May and tickets tickets and

We want you to take some photographs of any any of photographs some take to you want We

Sunderland History Fair, Quayside Exchange, Sunderland Sunderland Exchange, Quayside Fair, History Sunderland

Tuesday 31 31 Tuesday Trips will take place place take will Trips • Nicola Beldham and

• Ken Bradshaw

10.30am-3pm from March to October. to March from 10.30am-3pm year too! too! year

Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open Council can be often seen at this time of of time this at seen often be can

Horden Heritage Centre and Vintage Tearooms Vintage and Centre Heritage Horden

their glory. Seals and porpoises porpoises and Seals glory. their

• Hartlepool Borough

Magnesian limestone cliffs in all all in cliffs limestone Magnesian

House Volunteers

from the sea and appreciate the the appreciate and sea the from 10am–4pm.

Stanhope Chase, SR8 1NJ SR8 Chase, Stanhope

great opportunity to see the coast coast the see to opportunity great Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open

• George Elmy

Easington Colliery, Horden and Blackhall. and Horden Colliery, Easington Nose’s Point car park park car Point Nose’s Dene, Dene Lodge, Lodge, Dene Dene, Eden Castle

Sunderland Maritime Heritage Centre Heritage Maritime Sunderland

to Crimdon and back. This is a a is This back. and Crimdon to

Community Association, and the Regeneration Partnerships of of Partnerships Regeneration the and Association, Community 1.30–2.30pm 1.30–2.30pm 10–11am

Tunstall Hills

from Seaham along the coast coast the along Seaham from

Town Council, with community representation from Ryhope Ryhope from representation community with Council, Town Seaham every Monday Monday every Seaham every Sunday every Peterlee

• Friends Of available per trip) in his boat boat his in trip) per available

fascinating story of how the boat was brought home. brought was boat the how of story fascinating Trust, Groundwork, Hartlepool Borough Council and Seaham Seaham and Council Borough Hartlepool Groundwork, Trust,

taking small groups (only 9 places places 9 (only groups small taking

and find out how the story unfolds throughout the years and the the and years the throughout unfolds story the how out find and Creates Agency, National Trust, , Durham Wildlife Wildlife Durham Water, Northumbrian Trust, National Agency, Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ SR8 Peterlee, Chase, Seaside Lane, SR8 3QH SR8 Lane, Seaside

charter boatman Duncan will be be will Duncan boatman charter

back to life by the fantastic work of the Heritage Group. Come along along Come Group. Heritage the of work fantastic the by life to back

Council, City of Sunderland, Natural England, Environment Environment England, Natural Sunderland, of City Council, Reserve, Dene Lodge, Stanhope Stanhope Lodge, Dene Reserve, Former pit car park off off park car pit Former

• East Durham

As part of festival week local local week festival of part As

and how it was brought brought was it how and

The Heritage Coast Partnership consists of Durham County County Durham of consists Partnership Coast Heritage The Nature Nature Dene Eden Castle Monday 10.30–11.30am Monday

the George Elmy lifeboat lifeboat Elmy George the Trust

10.30–11.30am every every Colliery Easington

Boat trips from Seaham from trips Boat

the story of the tragedy of of tragedy the of story the

work to protect and enhance this magical coastline. magical this enhance and protect to work Peterlee every Thursday Thursday every Peterlee • Durham Wildlife

The Heritage Centre tells tells Centre Heritage The National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We We Beauty. Natural Outstanding of Areas and Parks National TS27 4LG TS27

Council

throughout festival week. week. festival throughout forms part of the family of protected landscapes that includes includes that landscapes protected of family the of part forms SR8 1ER SR8 Road, Blackhall, Blackhall, Road, Hesleden

and Heritage Centre Centre Heritage and • Durham County some of the most beautiful coastline of England and Wales and and Wales and England of coastline beautiful most the of some The Pavillion, Peterlee, Peterlee, Pavillion, The Blackhall Community Centre, Centre, Community Blackhall

Elmy Lifeboat House House Lifeboat Elmy

and South Sunderland. The definition of Heritage Coast covers covers Coast Heritage of definition The Sunderland. South and 10–11am 10.30–11.30am

Constabulary

the doors of the George George the of doors the undeveloped and restored sections of coastline of East Durham Durham East of coastline of sections restored and undeveloped Peterlee every Tuesday Tuesday every Peterlee Blackhall every Friday Friday every Blackhall

• Durham Group will be opening opening be will Group Our Heritage Coast comprises over 14 kilometres of the natural, natural, the of kilometres 14 over comprises Coast Heritage Our

East Durham Heritage Heritage Durham East

health walk. walk. health Sunderland

Lifeboat House Lifeboat

to stay healthy, come along and try a short, led led short, a try and along come healthy, stay to Sunderland Durham Hartlepool School, Old

George Elmy Elmy George

Heritage Coast

fantastic views and scenery, or if you just want want just you if or scenery, and views fantastic

• Donnison

your health and fitness and want to enjoy some some enjoy to want and fitness and health your

• Dalton Park If you want to take your first steps in improving improving in steps first your take to want you If

• Breeze

Centre

Community • Blackhall

Half term family fun Sunderland and it’s free! Heritage Coast Sunderland Durham Hartlepool

Seaham Hall Hendon

Lord Byron’s Walk Vane Tempest B1287

North Promenade

Dene House Road Ryhope Heritage Coast North Railway Street Terrace Green Sunderland Durham Hartlepool B1287 Seaham Harbour Marina Malborough Street

Princess Road

County Hall B1287 Green Street Durham A182 DH1 5UQ Seaham Telephone: 03000 268 131 E-mail: [email protected] Nose’s Point www.durhamheritagecoast.org for the Visit: www.thisisdurham.com

Dalton Park Hawthorn Outdoor festival 2016

Newcastle International Airport Newcastle Easington

A1018 A194(M) 03000 268 131 A692 A1231 Sunderland [email protected] A19 28th May to 5th June 64 Peterlee Horden 63 Seaham A1(M) A690 A167

© Crown Copyright and database rights 62 2016. Ordnance Survey 100049055. Durham A19 Castle Eden Dene Peterlee All information stated in the leaflet is A181 correct at time of printing and subject 61 to change without notice. A179 Hartlepool A19 A167 A689 Crimdon 60 A689

A1(M) A19 A66 59 Stockton-on-Tees 58 A66 A174 Scan the code Durham Tees to find out more A68 Valley Airport The Headland about Durham 56 Heritage Coast. Hartlepool DCC 35480 TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of , Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the . Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through . This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information. TueSday 31 May ThurSday 2 June Tunstall Hills Walk 2pm About 250 million years ago, Back on Your Bike! Gramble! 10-11.30am Seaton Carew Family Tunstall Hills was part of a 10am-1pm Fancy a Gramble along Beachcombing Walk barrier reef built up on the Seaham Marina drop in the coast? 10-11.30am shells and skeletal remains of sessions are designed for It’s a bit like being a Womble, Meet at the coachpark, to look small animals. These remains adults who cannot ride a bike we go for a nice ramble, learn for evidence of Seaton Carew’s also created a lime-rich mud or may not have done so for about the environment and past – people have been living which eventually became some time. Expert advice will collect bits of rubbish along the on the coast since prehistoric limestone and formed the base upwards from Leechmere Road be on hand to take you through way. Our first ever Gramble will times, we will be looking for of the Magnesian limestone (B1405) opposite its junction for the the basics, braking and gears take place around Easington the things they left behind on Grassland for which the Hills are with Helvellyn Road and meet Kayaking Taster Session etc. Who knows where it will Colliery Local Nature Reserve. the beach! Please wear sturdy famous. The walk will include at the car park beside the old Seaham Marina 9am–noon take you. Led by a local expert who footwear, appropriate clothing a short introduction to the site changing rooms. FREE kayaking taster sessions Seaham Marina, North will talk about the history of and sunscreen. Booking and, weather - permitting, Please ring to book a place throughout the morning. This Terrace, Seaham SR7 7EE. the site and what is planned essential, call 01429 853 325. interesting plants and animals 03000 268 131. is a great opportunity to find for the future. Litter picking and some grand views over the festival 2016 equipment, gloves and bags out if sea kayaking is for you Your Coast Needs YOU! Ranger for the Day! City of Sunderland. Pirates of Crimdon Dene will be supplied by the Civic and if it is there are plenty of 11am-3pm Duration up to 2 hours. 10am-4pm Pride team. 10.30am–3pm Take the clubs willing to take on new Come along to Kasko House, Join Hartlepool’s Countryside Meeting point: See back page for further metalled track which leads Saturday 28 May members! Participants will need Blackhall Rocks to meet PCSO’s Easington Colliery car park, Team for a day helping with a information. (bottom of Seaside to wear trainers or shoes they Ian Goodwin and Dave Edson SR8 3QH variety of different conservation Lane) don’t mind getting wet. Bring and find out about Coast Coffee and muffins for tasks at Seaton Dunes. Enjoy Celebrating our Coast at Dalton Park, 12–4pm a towel and spare clothes, all Watch. The Dog’s Trust will all participants! the beautiful scenery while Saturday Come along to Dalton Park and meet experts from the Heritage Coast 4 June equipment needed for the be there dog chipping and helping to improve the Partnership, who will be able to tell you all about the amazing sea activity will be supplied. the PCSO’s will lead a short environment. All equipment creatures and scenery along our coastline. There’ll be lots of things Meet at Slope Beach, Seaham 2 mile guided walk along the provided, but please wear to make and do including arts and crafts and face painting, plus lots ‘Barn’ Dance 7–11pm Marina, SR7 7EE. Suitable for beach banks leaving at 12 sturdy footwear, appropriate Watch the sun go down with of information on how you can make the most of your fantastic coast! ages 14 and above noon. Get there early to avoid clothing and sunscreen. an evening of folk music, Postcode SR7 9HU. disappointment. Booking essential by dancing and poetry at Kasko House, 22 Marine telephoning 01429 853 325. The Barn, Thorpe Lea East, Donnison School Open Day and Guided Walk,10.30am–4pm Crescent, Blackhall Rocks Easington Colliery SR8 3UT. See back page for further information. TS27 4DD. Local musicians Shipcote and Birds on the Coast Geology Walk Friends and Side Café Horden to Easington and Countryside Walk 10am–noon Orchestra will entertain you 5 mile circular history walk 10am During the Carboniferous while you enjoy the glorious Sunday 29 May Join Countryside Ranger and Period between 359 and 299 views and enjoy some local 2pm bird expert John Olley for million years ago Britain lay at A two hour walk around Horden sourced food on the BBQ this 2-3 mile birdwalk around the Equator and was covered and Easington with the Heritage by Regionally Renowned Fairy Flax to Hartlepool History Walk Blackhall. Don’t forget to bring by tropical seas, deltas and Coast Officer looking at how Longhorns and a refreshing Andy Capp Walk 2–4pm your camera’s and binoculars! rainforests. Find out more about Fun on the Beach the area has changed in recent Kite making workshop drink at the licenced bar. Join local historian Steve this amazing geological journey 10.30am–1.30pm (approx) 1pm years after the demise of the Blackhall Colliery picnic 1–4pm Although this is a free event Join Heritage Coast Officer Robbins for a 3 mile stroll down with Ken Bradshaw who will Ball games, running, splashing coal industry. Find out about area, off the A1086 Coast Come along and try your hand (excluding food and drink) it Niall Benson on this interesting memory lane as he recounts the Duration take you through the geological and generally having lots of fun the fascinating geology and Road, TS27 4AT. at making your own fantastic is TICKETS ONLY at the gate. stretch of coast from Crimdon to many intriguing tales of Seaton’s approximately 2 hours. highlights that can be seen on on Hendon beach with North grasslands and wonderful kite, then fly them along the Please contact 03000 268 131 Hartlepool Headland. The route past. Wear suitable clothing. the coast. The walk will take East Sports Beach School. coastal views the area has coast. All materials supplied. for your ticket. will follow the England Coast Newburn Bridge car park, off you along the beach to Red Come along and join in the fun! to offer. Meet at Horden Seaham, Ryhope and Tonia’s café, Seaham Hall Path past a series of superb Coronation Drive, TS25 1NY Acre point so sturdy footwear Meet at Hendon promenade Heritage Centre, Park Road, Hendon guided walk Beach car park. Blackhall – Crimdon sand dunes before reaching the Booking essential, please essential. (2 mile walk and talk). car park, sign posted Hendon . heritage rich headland. There call 01429 853 325. Horden, Peterlee SR8 4PE 10am–2pm circular evening walk 6pm beach just off the A1018. Following the England Coast Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North Come along and enjoy an will be a short break before Path, Heritage Coast Officer Terrace (Terrace Green), evening stroll along the returning to Crimdon. Niall Benson will lead this walk Seaham, SR7 7EU. clifftops with the Heritage Length: 8 miles north from Seaham to the banks Coast team from Blackhall Crimdon beach main car park S of the River Wear. Find out Pirates of Crimdon Dene Rocks picnic area to Crimdon (at the top of stepped access to Wedne day 1 June about the Magnesian limestone 10am-4pm Dene and back. Approximately beach, TS27 4BL) features from the cliff top paths See back page for further 3 mile walk. TS27 4AR Be a Ranger! 10am and how industry has changed information. the landscape to what we see Exploring the Rocky Shore Ever wondered what Blackhall Local Countryside Ranger’s do? today. There’s some captivating 3pm (duration of event History Walk 2pm Well now’s your chance to find tales to be told all the way to Join us on this local history trail 2 hours) out! Local rangers will spend the mouth of Wear. Participants where we will be leaving the Do you know what lives under Sunday 5 June a couple of hours carrying out can either spend some time in hub of the village to take in the the waves on the rocky shore? some routine maintenance on Sunderland and take the train breathtaking views along the As the tide goes out, the rocky one their sites near The reserve back to Seaham or walk back coast. shoreline at Red Acre beach Blackhall Meeting Point: National Trust and you can come along and is between Easington and along the same route. Blackhall Community Centre, will offer a fabulous opportunity Half Marathon 11am help. Duration of event 2 hours. Seaham. From the junction Seaham Hall beach car park, Hesleden Rd, TS27 4LG to get to know the creatures Starting at Noses Point, Superhero Beach Clean Booking only, call 03000 with B1432, 1km south of Cold outside café (opp. Seaham Hall 4 mile medium walk, duration which live under the waves. Seaham to Crimdon, this 11am–1pm 268 131. Hesleden, head east until the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU approximately 2 hours. Calling all Superheroes! Experts Steve Metcalfe from 13 mile route takes in some end of surfaced road and park Nicola and her Seaham Beach Natural England and National stunning coastal scenery from in lay-bys adjacent to modern Cleaning Crew need YOUR help Trust Ranger Mark Frain will be Mini Beast Hunt wooded denes and wildflower bungalow. Grid ref to site to get rid of nasty litter on Red on hand to help identify the Castle Eden Dene 10am meadows. If you’re not running entrance NZ 424 459. Nearest Friday 3 June Acre Beach in Seaham. The litter intriguing creatures you will Join the famous Steve Metcalfe it, you can still take part by Rock Pool Rummages to discover what’s hiding Post Code SR7 8SH. looks horrible and is dangerous find. You will learn about encouraging the runners Ryhope 10am to animals and humans both creatures such as starfish, underneath rocks and leaves of on their way at one of the Join marine expert Steve for on land and at sea. So put on anemones and dog whelks, the dene. Duration of event Seaham designated viewing points a rummage around Ryhope’s your superhero costume and seaweeds such as toothed 2 hours. Photography along the route. rockpools as the tide goes out get to work! You never know wrack and Irish moss, and you’ll Dene Lodge, Stanhope Walk 1–3pm and see what lies along your who might turn up on the day to have a whole lot of fun too! Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ. Meet our local photography shoreline! Meet at Ryhope surprise everyone! Don’t forget to wear wellies. Call 0191 586 0004 for more expert for some expert tips on Village Dene entrance in

The steps Red Acre beach, The steps Red Acre beach, information. all the things you need to know Ryhope Village SR2 0NR (opposite Sure Start) North (opposite Sure Start) North to take fantastic photographs Hartlepool Headland 10am Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EU Ryhope Heritage Walk and get the most from your With Hartlepool Borough 1pm Seaham Marina Stroll and camera! This walk is aimed at Council’s Countryside Team. There’s so much history on Stories with Norman Conn beginner photographers – but All about Little Terns Meet junction of Corporation our doorstep waiting to be 2–3pm all levels welcome! Road and Marine Drive on the discovered. Join us for a guided Nobody knows the marina as 10am–noon Monday (Bank Holiday) The Little Terns nest on the Seaham Marina, North Headland seafront. 30 May walk around Ryhope and learn well as Norman! Join him on beach at Crimdon every year Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Not for Softies about how the village evolved this fascinating journey through (Meet outside the George Elmy and are one of Britain’s rarest Don’t forget your wellies and from a small settlement to the time looking at the geology of Lifeboat House). River to River walk seabirds. Come along and This walk organised by North bring a bucket and net if you Creative Writing Walk, 1pm vibrant community we see Red Acre Point, the ecology of Join writer Chris Robinson for meet Trevor Stephenson, the East Sports is approximately have one! Event duration today. The walk will start at the area and the history that a walk and talk and get those site warden with many years of Donnison School Open 25 miles along the coast from 1.5 hours. Ryhope and made the marina the place we creative thoughts going! This is Community Centre experience in protecting these Day 10am–4pm the Wear to the Tees. It’s tough take approximately 2 hours see today. a 3 mile walk (approx. 3 hours). beautiful birds. You will start the See back page for further going so not for the faint (3 miles). Please wear Meet outside the George Seaham Hall beach car park, morning with a short talk on the information. hearted. Booking is through World Environment Day appropriate footwear and Elmy Lifeboat House, Seaham outside café (opp. Seaham Hall fascinating story of the Little North East Sport Website waterproofs if necessary. Beach Blitz! 3-4pm hotel), Marina, SR7 7EE. www.northeastsport.co.uk/ Seaham Blue Plaque Seaham, SR7 7EU. Terns journey and the range As the festival week draws to a of problems they face before Secrets of Seaham coastalwalk. Participants must be close, we’ll end the week with Heritage Walk Wildflower Wednesday Half term family fun at heading back to West Africa. Archaeology Walks 1pm over 18 years. The walk will take a blitz on the beach. As part of 10.30–12.30 pm at Hawthorn Meadows Seaham Marina noon-4pm You will have a chance to visit Join the Archaeology Team on up to 8 hours including a lunch World Environment Day we’ll Find out more about the 11.30am-1.30pm That’s the way to do it! the colony at a safe distance their trek through time, taking break (don’t forget to bring one see how many bags of rubbish history of Seaham, lead by A Reserve Officer from the The award winning where the birds can be viewed in St. Marys Church and walking with you and plenty of water!) we can collect from Seaham local historian Fred Cooper. Durham Wildlife Trust will take Llewellyn4fun will bring their without causing disturbance. through Hawthorn Dene. This is a free event, however the Hall Beach in one hour. You’ll be This circular walk includes Breeze Bike Ride 1.30pm you on this journey through famous Punch and Judy shows Don’t forget your binoculars! 10am: A 1 mile walk around return journey is by train from kitted out with gloves, bags and some of the earliest buildings Join the Breeze ladies for a to the Marina starting at 1pm, St Mary’s church (approx one of the most beautiful denes Little Tern Hut (past Hartlepool so you’ll need your litter pickers. Plus…when you and industrial sites in what was Seaham Spring Circuit. 2pm and 3pm. Great old 1.5 hours). along the Durham coastline. Equestrian Centre) Crimdon, train fare – it’s a long walk back! return with your bags you’ll get known as Seaham Harbour. This A 12 mile circular bike ride fashioned fun for all the family! Walk from St Mary’s During your visit you will be TS27 4BL. 1pm: a FREE ice cream! fascinating route includes the exploring mainly quiet roads Look out for some mischievous Church, through Seaham to able to learn more about the Seaham Hall beach car park, 12th century ancient monument and off road routes via South pirates lurking around the Hawthorn This is a medium/ flora and fauna and habitat outside café (opp. Seaham Hall of Dalden Tower. Hetton, Murton and Seaton marina looking for trouble! Toddle around the Dene hard graded walk – length management within the hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU The terrain is mostly flat with before heading back to the Face painting, badge making, 10am–Noon 7 miles, duration approximately wooded dene itself as well as A ramble for toddlers and their a mixture of grass, gravel and seaside. Free tea/coffee and circus skills and meet the RNLI. 3 hours. the fantastic wildflowers of the families. urban pathway, one railway scones and a goody bag for all coastal grassland where we Boat trips also available and the Seaham Hall beach car park, Castle Eden Dene Nature bridge with steps and a steep riders. will stop for a picnic lunch (not George Elmy Lifeboat House will outside café (opp. Seaham Hall Reserve, Dene Lodge, section for about 200 metres. For further information and provided). Don’t forget your be open all week (10am–3pm). Hotel), Seaham, SR7 7EU. Stanhope Chase, Peterlee, Start ‘Tommy’ statue, North booking call 03000 268 131. wildlife guides and camera! Seaham Marina, North SR8 1NJ. Call 0191 586 0004 Terrace (Terrace Green), Walk is approximately 3 miles. Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7EE. Seaham, SR7 7EU. for further information.

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• Natural England a mobile phone as well as a conventional conventional a as well as phone mobile a Tours of the building and refreshments are available. are refreshments and building the of Tours

was taken. It’s okay to use the camera on on camera the use to okay It’s taken. was

and 4pm and about this Victorian way of life for the young girls of Sunderland. Sunderland. of girls young the for life of way Victorian this about • National Trust

DH1 5UQ. Please state where the photo photo the where state Please 5UQ. DH1 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm 2.30pm 1pm, 11.30am, Come along during the day and meet the staff and find out more more out find and staff the meet and day the during along Come

• Trevor Stephenson

Open Days Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4 Saturday and 3 Friday Days Open Friday Heritage Coast, County Hall, Durham, Durham, Hall, County Coast, Heritage

or send to to send or and 3pm 3pm and www.eastdurhamcreates.co.uk/pirates • Tonia’s Café, Seaham [email protected] 11am and 1pm. and 11am

Rules: Email your photograph to to photograph your Email Durham Creates. To find out more visit: visit: more out find To Creates. Durham 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm 1.30pm 12pm, 10.30am,

are available. Guided walks of the surrounding area to take place at at place take to area surrounding the of walks Guided available. are

• Sunderland City Council

TS27 4BL. 4BL. TS27 Thursday Created and Presented by East East by Presented and Created

the young girls of Sunderland. Tours of the building and refreshments refreshments and building the of Tours Sunderland. of girls young the

goodies and books. and goodies

• Seaham Marina Cic Crimdon Dene, Coast Road, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, Road, Coast Dene, Crimdon

and 2pm and

meet the staff and find out more about this Victorian way of life for for life of way Victorian this about more out find and staff the meet

LookOut café (worth £25), picnic rucksack, Heritage Coast Coast Heritage rucksack, picnic £25), (worth café LookOut

Come along in your best pirate costume! pirate best your in along Come

9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm 12.30pm 11am, 9.30am,

Group (Fred Cooper) Elizabeth Donnison in her will. Come along during the day and and day the during along Come will. her in Donnison Elizabeth

Wildlife Single Membership for 1 year, lunch for two at the the at two for lunch year, 1 for Membership Single Wildlife

Wednesday

hands-on arts activities and entertainment. and activities arts hands-on

patronage in Sunderland parish, through a provision made by by made provision a through parish, Sunderland in patronage

• Seaham Local History Prizes include: A one night stay in a caravan at the Barn, Durham Durham Barn, the at caravan a in stay night one A include: Prizes

leafy dene to discover a pirate world full of of full world pirate a discover to dene leafy

10am, 11.30am and 1pm and 11.30am 10am, The Donnison School was established in 1778 under church church under 1778 in established was School Donnison The

Tuesday along the coastal pathway down into the the into down pathway coastal the along • Seaham Boat Charter Saturday 28, 10.30am–4pm 28, Saturday

Heritage Coast’s 2017 calendar. 2017 Coast’s Heritage

help find their lost treasure! Follow the trail trail the Follow treasure! lost their find help

Open Day and Guided Walk Walk Guided and Day Open

on our Facebook page. The best one will be included in the the in included be will one best The page. Facebook our on Association

coming back and looking for new recruits to to recruits new for looking and back coming place, as it’s limited availability. limited it’s as place,

Donnison School School Donnison June! Results and a selection of the best photos will be posted posted be will photos best the of selection a and Results June!

• Ryhope Community

03000 268 131 268 03000 There’s whispers over the waves they are are they waves the over whispers There’s to book your your book to Call

We’ll judge our favourite snaps and announce the winners in in winners the announce and snaps favourite our judge We’ll

tale about the pirates of Crimdon Dene? Dene? Crimdon of pirates the about tale

• RNLI

a local heritage group. heritage local a

Ahoy there matey – have you heard the tall tall the heard you have – matey there Ahoy on the day. day. the on

our events listed in this leaflet. leaflet. this in listed events our

• North East Sport

to be to meet likeminded people and perhaps become involved with with involved become perhaps and people likeminded meet to be to

money will be taken by Duncan Duncan by taken be will money

must be taken during the festival week at one of of one at week festival the during taken be must 10am-4pm

want to learn about your heritage and history of the area this is place place is this area the of history and heritage your about learn to want

be booked in advance and and advance in booked be • Norman Conn

provoking, scenic or a selfie! The photograph photograph The selfie! a or scenic provoking, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June June 4 Saturday and 3 Friday

History Fair with many other heritage groups from the area. So if you you if So area. the from groups heritage other many with Fair History

£5 per person per £5

. Places must must Places . of Free

mind if the photographs are fun, thought- fun, are photographs the if mind The Treasure of Happy Returns Returns Happy Happy of of Treasure Treasure The The

Crew

The Heritage Coast Partnership will be attending the Sunderland Sunderland the attending be will Partnership Coast Heritage The

will be on sale at the special price price special the at sale on be will

of the events throughout the week. We don’t don’t We week. the throughout events the of

4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4

Pirates of Crimdon Dene! Dene! Crimdon Crimdon of of Pirates Pirates

Seaham Beach Cleaning

May to Friday 3 June 3 Friday to May and tickets tickets and

We want you to take some photographs of any any of photographs some take to you want We

Sunderland History Fair, Quayside Exchange, Sunderland Sunderland Exchange, Quayside Fair, History Sunderland

Tuesday 31 31 Tuesday Trips will take place place take will Trips • Nicola Beldham and

• Ken Bradshaw

10.30am-3pm from March to October. to March from 10.30am-3pm

year too! too! year Photo Photo Photo

comp comp comp

Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open Council can be often seen at this time of of time this at seen often be can

Horden Heritage Centre and Vintage Tearooms Vintage and Centre Heritage Horden

their glory. Seals and porpoises porpoises and Seals glory. their

• Hartlepool Borough

Magnesian limestone cliffs in all all in cliffs limestone Magnesian

House Volunteers

from the sea and appreciate the the appreciate and sea the from 10am–4pm.

Stanhope Chase, SR8 1NJ SR8 Chase, Stanhope

great opportunity to see the coast coast the see to opportunity great Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open

• George Elmy Lifeboat

Easington Colliery, Horden and Blackhall. and Horden Colliery, Easington Nose’s Point car park park car Point Nose’s Castle Eden Dene, Dene Lodge, Lodge, Dene Dene, Eden Castle

Sunderland Maritime Heritage Centre Heritage Maritime Sunderland

to Crimdon and back. This is a a is This back. and Crimdon to

Community Association, and the Regeneration Partnerships of of Partnerships Regeneration the and Association, Community 1.30–2.30pm 1.30–2.30pm 10–11am

Tunstall Hills

from Seaham along the coast coast the along Seaham from

Town Council, with community representation from Ryhope Ryhope from representation community with Council, Town Seaham every Monday Monday every Seaham Peterlee every Sunday every Peterlee

• Friends Of available per trip) in his boat boat his in trip) per available

fascinating story of how the boat was brought home. brought was boat the how of story fascinating Trust, Groundwork, Hartlepool Borough Council and Seaham Seaham and Council Borough Hartlepool Groundwork, Trust,

taking small groups (only 9 places places 9 (only groups small taking

and find out how the story unfolds throughout the years and the the and years the throughout unfolds story the how out find and Creates Agency, National Trust, Northumbrian Water, Durham Wildlife Wildlife Durham Water, Northumbrian Trust, National Agency, Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ SR8 Peterlee, Chase, Seaside Lane, SR8 3QH SR8 Lane, Seaside

charter boatman Duncan will be be will Duncan boatman charter

back to life by the fantastic work of the Heritage Group. Come along along Come Group. Heritage the of work fantastic the by life to back

Council, City of Sunderland, Natural England, Environment Environment England, Natural Sunderland, of City Council, Reserve, Dene Lodge, Stanhope Stanhope Lodge, Dene Reserve, Former pit car park off off park car pit Former

• East Durham

As part of festival week local local week festival of part As

and how it was brought brought was it how and

The Heritage Coast Partnership consists of Durham County County Durham of consists Partnership Coast Heritage The Castle Eden Dene Nature Nature Dene Eden Castle Monday 10.30–11.30am Monday

the George Elmy lifeboat lifeboat Elmy George the Trust

10.30–11.30am Easington Colliery every every Colliery Easington

Boat trips from Seaham from trips Boat

the story of the tragedy of of tragedy the of story the

work to protect and enhance this magical coastline. magical this enhance and protect to work Peterlee every Thursday Thursday every Peterlee • Durham Wildlife

The Heritage Centre tells tells Centre Heritage The National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We We Beauty. Natural Outstanding of Areas and Parks National TS27 4LG TS27

Council

throughout festival week. week. festival throughout forms part of the family of protected landscapes that includes includes that landscapes protected of family the of part forms SR8 1ER SR8 Hesleden Road, Blackhall, Blackhall, Road, Hesleden

and Heritage Centre Centre Heritage and • Durham County some of the most beautiful coastline of England and Wales and and Wales and England of coastline beautiful most the of some The Pavillion, Peterlee, Peterlee, Pavillion, The Blackhall Community Centre, Centre, Community Blackhall

Elmy Lifeboat House House Lifeboat Elmy

and South Sunderland. The definition of Heritage Coast covers covers Coast Heritage of definition The Sunderland. South and 10–11am 10.30–11.30am

Constabulary

the doors of the George George the of doors the undeveloped and restored sections of coastline of East Durham Durham East of coastline of sections restored and undeveloped Peterlee every Tuesday Tuesday every Peterlee Blackhall every Friday Friday every Blackhall

• Durham Group will be opening opening be will Group Our Heritage Coast comprises over 14 kilometres of the natural, natural, the of kilometres 14 over comprises Coast Heritage Our

East Durham Heritage Heritage Durham East

health walk. walk. health Sunderland

Lifeboat House Lifeboat

to stay healthy, come along and try a short, led led short, a try and along come healthy, stay to Sunderland Durham Hartlepool School, Old

George Elmy Elmy George

Heritage Coast

fantastic views and scenery, or if you just want want just you if or scenery, and views fantastic

• Donnison

your health and fitness and want to enjoy some some enjoy to want and fitness and health your

• Dalton Park If you want to take your first steps in improving improving in steps first your take to want you If

• Breeze

Centre

Community • Blackhall

Half term family fun Sunderland and it’s free! Heritage Coast Sunderland Durham Hartlepool

Seaham Hall Hendon

Lord Byron’s Walk Vane Tempest B1287

North Promenade

Dene House Road Ryhope Heritage Coast North Railway Street Terrace Green Sunderland Durham Hartlepool B1287 Seaham Harbour Marina Malborough Street

Princess Road

County Hall B1287 Green Street Durham A182 DH1 5UQ Seaham Telephone: 03000 268 131 E-mail: [email protected] Nose’s Point www.durhamheritagecoast.org for the Visit: www.thisisdurham.com

Dalton Park Hawthorn Outdoor festival 2016

Newcastle International Airport Newcastle Easington

A1018 A194(M) 03000 268 131 A692 A1231 Sunderland [email protected] A19 28th May to 5th June 64 Peterlee Horden 63 Seaham A1(M) A690 A167

© Crown Copyright and database rights 62 2016. Ordnance Survey 100049055. Durham A19 Castle Eden Dene Blackhall Colliery Peterlee All information stated in the leaflet is A181 correct at time of printing and subject Blackhall Rocks 61 to change without notice. A179 Hartlepool A19 A167 A689 Crimdon 60 A689

A1(M) A19 A66 59 Stockton-on-Tees 58 Middlesbrough A66 Darlington A174 Scan the code Durham Tees to find out more A68 Valley Airport The Headland about Durham 56 Heritage Coast. Hartlepool DCC 35480

13 June 2016. June 13 trips will be cancelled. be will trips • Walk 4 Life

Closing Date for receipt of entries is entries of receipt for Date Closing Adverse weather conditions - - conditions weather Adverse

isit County Durham • V

Please note: Please camera. Good luck! Good camera.

• Natural England a mobile phone as well as a conventional conventional a as well as phone mobile a Tours of the building and refreshments are available. are refreshments and building the of Tours

was taken. It’s okay to use the camera on on camera the use to okay It’s taken. was

and 4pm and about this Victorian way of life for the young girls of Sunderland. Sunderland. of girls young the for life of way Victorian this about • National Trust

DH1 5UQ. Please state where the photo photo the where state Please 5UQ. DH1 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm 2.30pm 1pm, 11.30am, Come along during the day and meet the staff and find out more more out find and staff the meet and day the during along Come

• Trevor Stephenson

Open Days Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4 Saturday and 3 Friday Days Open Friday Heritage Coast, County Hall, Durham, Durham, Hall, County Coast, Heritage

or send to to send or and 3pm 3pm and www.eastdurhamcreates.co.uk/pirates • Tonia’s Café, Seaham [email protected] 11am and 1pm. and 11am

Rules: Email your photograph to to photograph your Email Durham Creates. To find out more visit: visit: more out find To Creates. Durham 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm 1.30pm 12pm, 10.30am,

are available. Guided walks of the surrounding area to take place at at place take to area surrounding the of walks Guided available. are

• Sunderland City Council

TS27 4BL. 4BL. TS27 Thursday Created and Presented by East East by Presented and Created

the young girls of Sunderland. Tours of the building and refreshments refreshments and building the of Tours Sunderland. of girls young the

goodies and books. and goodies

• Seaham Marina Cic Crimdon Dene, Coast Road, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, Road, Coast Dene, Crimdon

and 2pm and

meet the staff and find out more about this Victorian way of life for for life of way Victorian this about more out find and staff the meet

LookOut café (worth £25), picnic rucksack, Heritage Coast Coast Heritage rucksack, picnic £25), (worth café LookOut

Come along in your best pirate costume! pirate best your in along Come

9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm 12.30pm 11am, 9.30am,

Group (Fred Cooper) Elizabeth Donnison in her will. Come along during the day and and day the during along Come will. her in Donnison Elizabeth

Wildlife Single Membership for 1 year, lunch for two at the the at two for lunch year, 1 for Membership Single Wildlife

Wednesday

hands-on arts activities and entertainment. and activities arts hands-on

patronage in Sunderland parish, through a provision made by by made provision a through parish, Sunderland in patronage

• Seaham Local History Prizes include: A one night stay in a caravan at the Barn, Durham Durham Barn, the at caravan a in stay night one A include: Prizes

leafy dene to discover a pirate world full of of full world pirate a discover to dene leafy

10am, 11.30am and 1pm and 11.30am 10am, The Donnison School was established in 1778 under church church under 1778 in established was School Donnison The

Tuesday along the coastal pathway down into the the into down pathway coastal the along • Seaham Boat Charter Saturday 28, 10.30am–4pm 28, Saturday

Heritage Coast’s 2017 calendar. 2017 Coast’s Heritage

help find their lost treasure! Follow the trail trail the Follow treasure! lost their find help

Open Day and Guided Walk Walk Guided and Day Open

on our Facebook page. The best one will be included in the the in included be will one best The page. Facebook our on Association

coming back and looking for new recruits to to recruits new for looking and back coming place, as it’s limited availability. limited it’s as place,

Donnison School School Donnison June! Results and a selection of the best photos will be posted posted be will photos best the of selection a and Results June!

• Ryhope Community

03000 268 131 268 03000 There’s whispers over the waves they are are they waves the over whispers There’s to book your your book to Call

We’ll judge our favourite snaps and announce the winners in in winners the announce and snaps favourite our judge We’ll

tale about the pirates of Crimdon Dene? Dene? Crimdon of pirates the about tale

• RNLI

a local heritage group. heritage local a

Ahoy there matey – have you heard the tall tall the heard you have – matey there Ahoy on the day. day. the on

our events listed in this leaflet. leaflet. this in listed events our

• North East Sport

to be to meet likeminded people and perhaps become involved with with involved become perhaps and people likeminded meet to be to

money will be taken by Duncan Duncan by taken be will money

must be taken during the festival week at one of of one at week festival the during taken be must 10am-4pm

want to learn about your heritage and history of the area this is place place is this area the of history and heritage your about learn to want

be booked in advance and and advance in booked be • Norman Conn

provoking, scenic or a selfie! The photograph photograph The selfie! a or scenic provoking, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June June 4 Saturday and 3 Friday

History Fair with many other heritage groups from the area. So if you you if So area. the from groups heritage other many with Fair History

£5 per person per £5

. Places must must Places . of Free

mind if the photographs are fun, thought- fun, are photographs the if mind The Treasure of Happy Returns Happy of Treasure The

Crew

The Heritage Coast Partnership will be attending the Sunderland Sunderland the attending be will Partnership Coast Heritage The

will be on sale at the special price price special the at sale on be will

of the events throughout the week. We don’t don’t We week. the throughout events the of

4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4

Pirates of Crimdon Dene! Crimdon of Pirates

Seaham Beach Cleaning

May to Friday 3 June 3 Friday to May and tickets tickets and

We want you to take some photographs of any any of photographs some take to you want We

Sunderland History Fair, Quayside Exchange, Sunderland Sunderland Exchange, Quayside Fair, History Sunderland

Tuesday 31 31 Tuesday Trips will take place place take will Trips • Nicola Beldham and

• Ken Bradshaw

10.30am-3pm from March to October. to March from 10.30am-3pm year too! too! year

Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open Council can be often seen at this time of of time this at seen often be can

Horden Heritage Centre and Vintage Tearooms Vintage and Centre Heritage Horden

their glory. Seals and porpoises porpoises and Seals glory. their

• Hartlepool Borough

Magnesian limestone cliffs in all all in cliffs limestone Magnesian

House Volunteers

from the sea and appreciate the the appreciate and sea the from 10am–4pm.

Stanhope Chase, SR8 1NJ SR8 Chase, Stanhope

great opportunity to see the coast coast the see to opportunity great Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open

• George Elmy Lifeboat

Easington Colliery, Horden and Blackhall. and Horden Colliery, Easington Nose’s Point car park park car Point Nose’s Castle Eden Dene, Dene Lodge, Lodge, Dene Dene, Eden Castle

Sunderland Maritime Heritage Centre Heritage Maritime Sunderland

to Crimdon and back. This is a a is This back. and Crimdon to

Community Association, and the Regeneration Partnerships of of Partnerships Regeneration the and Association, Community 1.30–2.30pm 1.30–2.30pm 10–11am

Tunstall Hills

from Seaham along the coast coast the along Seaham from

Town Council, with community representation from Ryhope Ryhope from representation community with Council, Town Seaham every Monday Monday every Seaham Peterlee every Sunday every Peterlee

• Friends Of available per trip) in his boat boat his in trip) per available

fascinating story of how the boat was brought home. brought was boat the how of story fascinating Trust, Groundwork, Hartlepool Borough Council and Seaham Seaham and Council Borough Hartlepool Groundwork, Trust,

taking small groups (only 9 places places 9 (only groups small taking

and find out how the story unfolds throughout the years and the the and years the throughout unfolds story the how out find and Creates Agency, National Trust, Northumbrian Water, Durham Wildlife Wildlife Durham Water, Northumbrian Trust, National Agency, Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ SR8 Peterlee, Chase, Seaside Lane, SR8 3QH SR8 Lane, Seaside

charter boatman Duncan will be be will Duncan boatman charter

back to life by the fantastic work of the Heritage Group. Come along along Come Group. Heritage the of work fantastic the by life to back

Council, City of Sunderland, Natural England, Environment Environment England, Natural Sunderland, of City Council, Reserve, Dene Lodge, Stanhope Stanhope Lodge, Dene Reserve, Former pit car park off off park car pit Former

• East Durham

As part of festival week local local week festival of part As

and how it was brought brought was it how and

The Heritage Coast Partnership consists of Durham County County Durham of consists Partnership Coast Heritage The Castle Eden Dene Nature Nature Dene Eden Castle Monday 10.30–11.30am Monday

the George Elmy lifeboat lifeboat Elmy George the Trust

10.30–11.30am Easington Colliery every every Colliery Easington

Boat trips from Seaham from trips Boat

the story of the tragedy of of tragedy the of story the

work to protect and enhance this magical coastline. magical this enhance and protect to work Peterlee every Thursday Thursday every Peterlee • Durham Wildlife

The Heritage Centre tells tells Centre Heritage The National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We We Beauty. Natural Outstanding of Areas and Parks National TS27 4LG TS27

Council

throughout festival week. week. festival throughout forms part of the family of protected landscapes that includes includes that landscapes protected of family the of part forms SR8 1ER SR8 Hesleden Road, Blackhall, Blackhall, Road, Hesleden

and Heritage Centre Centre Heritage and

• Durham County some of the most beautiful coastline of England and Wales and and Wales and England of coastline beautiful most the of some The Pavillion, Peterlee, Peterlee, Pavillion, The Blackhall Community Centre, Centre, Community Blackhall

you

Elmy Lifeboat House House Lifeboat Elmy

and South Sunderland. The definition of Heritage Coast covers covers Coast Heritage of definition The Sunderland. South and 10–11am 10.30–11.30am

Constabulary

the doors of the George George the of doors the undeveloped and restored sections of coastline of East Durham Durham East of coastline of sections restored and undeveloped Peterlee every Tuesday Tuesday every Peterlee Blackhall every Friday Friday every Blackhall

• Durham Group will be opening opening be will Group Our Heritage Coast comprises over 14 kilometres of the natural, natural, the of kilometres 14 over comprises Coast Heritage Our

East Durham Heritage Heritage Durham East

trips trips trips walk. health Sunderland

Lifeboat House Lifeboat

to stay healthy, come along and try a short, led led short, a try and along come healthy, stay to Sunderland Durham Hartlepool School, Old

George Elmy Elmy George

Heritage Coast fantastic views and scenery, or if you just want want just you if or scenery, and views fantastic

• Donnison

boat boat boat boat boat some enjoy to want and fitness and health your

• Dalton Park

If you want to take your first steps in improving improving in steps first your take to want you If

• Breeze

Heritage Heritage Heritage Heritage Heritage Heritage

Centre

thank

Community • Blackhall

Half term family fun Sunderland and it’s free! Heritage Coast Sunderland Durham Hartlepool

Seaham Hall Hendon

Lord Byron’s Walk Vane Tempest B1287

North Promenade

Dene House Road Ryhope Heritage Coast North Railway Street Terrace Green Sunderland Durham Hartlepool B1287 Seaham Harbour Marina Malborough Street

Princess Road

County Hall B1287 Green Street Durham A182 DH1 5UQ Seaham Telephone: 03000 268 131 E-mail: [email protected] Nose’s Point www.durhamheritagecoast.org for the Visit: www.thisisdurham.com

Dalton Park Hawthorn Outdoor festival 2016

Newcastle International Airport Newcastle Easington

A1018 A194(M) 03000 268 131 A692 A1231 Sunderland [email protected] A19 28th May to 5th June 64 Peterlee Horden 63 Seaham A1(M) A690 A167

© Crown Copyright and database rights 62 2016. Ordnance Survey 100049055. Durham A19 Castle Eden Dene Blackhall Colliery Peterlee All information stated in the leaflet is A181 correct at time of printing and subject Blackhall Rocks 61 to change without notice. A179 Hartlepool A19 A167 A689 Crimdon 60 A689

A1(M) A19 A66 59 Stockton-on-Tees 58 Middlesbrough A66 Darlington A174 Scan the code Durham Tees to find out more A68 Valley Airport The Headland about Durham 56 Heritage Coast. Hartlepool DCC 35480

13 June 2016. June 13 trips will be cancelled. be will trips • Walk 4 Life

Closing Date for receipt of entries is entries of receipt for Date Closing Adverse weather conditions - - conditions weather Adverse

isit County Durham • V

Please note: Please camera. Good luck! Good camera.

• Natural England a mobile phone as well as a conventional conventional a as well as phone mobile a Tours of the building and refreshments are available. are refreshments and building the of Tours

was taken. It’s okay to use the camera on on camera the use to okay It’s taken. was

and 4pm and about this Victorian way of life for the young girls of Sunderland. Sunderland. of girls young the for life of way Victorian this about • National Trust

DH1 5UQ. Please state where the photo photo the where state Please 5UQ. DH1 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm 2.30pm 1pm, 11.30am, Come along during the day and meet the staff and find out more more out find and staff the meet and day the during along Come

• Trevor Stephenson

Open Days Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4 Saturday and 3 Friday Days Open Friday Heritage Coast, County Hall, Durham, Durham, Hall, County Coast, Heritage

or send to to send or and 3pm 3pm and www.eastdurhamcreates.co.uk/pirates • Tonia’s Café, Seaham [email protected] 11am and 1pm. and 11am

Rules: Email your photograph to to photograph your Email Durham Creates. To find out more visit: visit: more out find To Creates. Durham 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm 1.30pm 12pm, 10.30am,

are available. Guided walks of the surrounding area to take place at at place take to area surrounding the of walks Guided available. are

• Sunderland City Council

TS27 4BL. 4BL. TS27 Thursday Created and Presented by East East by Presented and Created

the young girls of Sunderland. Tours of the building and refreshments refreshments and building the of Tours Sunderland. of girls young the

goodies and books. and goodies

• Seaham Marina Cic Crimdon Dene, Coast Road, Hartlepool, Hartlepool, Road, Coast Dene, Crimdon

and 2pm and

meet the staff and find out more about this Victorian way of life for for life of way Victorian this about more out find and staff the meet

LookOut café (worth £25), picnic rucksack, Heritage Coast Coast Heritage rucksack, picnic £25), (worth café LookOut

Come along in your best pirate costume! pirate best your in along Come

9.30am, 11am, 12.30pm 12.30pm 11am, 9.30am,

Group (Fred Cooper) Elizabeth Donnison in her will. Come along during the day and and day the during along Come will. her in Donnison Elizabeth

Wildlife Single Membership for 1 year, lunch for two at the the at two for lunch year, 1 for Membership Single Wildlife

Wednesday

hands-on arts activities and entertainment. and activities arts hands-on

patronage in Sunderland parish, through a provision made by by made provision a through parish, Sunderland in patronage

• Seaham Local History Prizes include: A one night stay in a caravan at the Barn, Durham Durham Barn, the at caravan a in stay night one A include: Prizes

leafy dene to discover a pirate world full of of full world pirate a discover to dene leafy

10am, 11.30am and 1pm and 11.30am 10am, The Donnison School was established in 1778 under church church under 1778 in established was School Donnison The

Tuesday along the coastal pathway down into the the into down pathway coastal the along • Seaham Boat Charter Saturday 28, 10.30am–4pm 28, Saturday

Heritage Coast’s 2017 calendar. 2017 Coast’s Heritage

help find their lost treasure! Follow the trail trail the Follow treasure! lost their find help

Open Day and Guided Walk Walk Guided and Day Open

on our Facebook page. The best one will be included in the the in included be will one best The page. Facebook our on Association

coming back and looking for new recruits to to recruits new for looking and back coming place, as it’s limited availability. limited it’s as place,

Donnison School School Donnison June! Results and a selection of the best photos will be posted posted be will photos best the of selection a and Results June!

• Ryhope Community

03000 268 131 268 03000 There’s whispers over the waves they are are they waves the over whispers There’s to book your your book to Call

We’ll judge our favourite snaps and announce the winners in in winners the announce and snaps favourite our judge We’ll

tale about the pirates of Crimdon Dene? Dene? Crimdon of pirates the about tale

• RNLI

a local heritage group. heritage local a

Ahoy there matey – have you heard the tall tall the heard you have – matey there Ahoy on the day. day. the on

our events listed in this leaflet. leaflet. this in listed events our

• North East Sport

to be to meet likeminded people and perhaps become involved with with involved become perhaps and people likeminded meet to be to

money will be taken by Duncan Duncan by taken be will money

must be taken during the festival week at one of of one at week festival the during taken be must 10am-4pm

want to learn about your heritage and history of the area this is place place is this area the of history and heritage your about learn to want

be booked in advance and and advance in booked be • Norman Conn

provoking, scenic or a selfie! The photograph photograph The selfie! a or scenic provoking, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June June 4 Saturday and 3 Friday

History Fair with many other heritage groups from the area. So if you you if So area. the from groups heritage other many with Fair History

£5 per person per £5

. Places must must Places . of Free

mind if the photographs are fun, thought- fun, are photographs the if mind The Treasure of Happy Returns Happy of Treasure The

Crew

The Heritage Coast Partnership will be attending the Sunderland Sunderland the attending be will Partnership Coast Heritage The

will be on sale at the special price price special the at sale on be will

of the events throughout the week. We don’t don’t We week. the throughout events the of

4 June, 10am–4pm June, 4

Pirates of Crimdon Dene! Crimdon of Pirates

Seaham Beach Cleaning

May to Friday 3 June 3 Friday to May and tickets tickets and

We want you to take some photographs of any any of photographs some take to you want We

Sunderland History Fair, Quayside Exchange, Sunderland Sunderland Exchange, Quayside Fair, History Sunderland

Tuesday 31 31 Tuesday Trips will take place place take will Trips • Nicola Beldham and

• Ken Bradshaw

10.30am-3pm from March to October. to March from 10.30am-3pm year too! too! year

Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open Council can be often seen at this time of of time this at seen often be can

Horden Heritage Centre and Vintage Tearooms Vintage and Centre Heritage Horden

their glory. Seals and porpoises porpoises and Seals glory. their

• Hartlepool Borough

Magnesian limestone cliffs in all all in cliffs limestone Magnesian

House Volunteers

from the sea and appreciate the the appreciate and sea the from 10am–4pm.

Stanhope Chase, SR8 1NJ SR8 Chase, Stanhope

great opportunity to see the coast coast the see to opportunity great Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Wednesday Monday, Open

• George Elmy Lifeboat

Easington Colliery, Horden and Blackhall. and Horden Colliery, Easington Nose’s Point car park park car Point Nose’s Castle Eden Dene, Dene Lodge, Lodge, Dene Dene, Eden Castle

Sunderland Maritime Heritage Centre Heritage Maritime Sunderland

to Crimdon and back. This is a a is This back. and Crimdon to

Community Association, and the Regeneration Partnerships of of Partnerships Regeneration the and Association, Community 1.30–2.30pm 1.30–2.30pm 10–11am

Tunstall Hills

from Seaham along the coast coast the along Seaham from

Town Council, with community representation from Ryhope Ryhope from representation community with Council, Town Seaham every Monday Monday every Seaham Peterlee every Sunday every Peterlee

• Friends Of available per trip) in his boat boat his in trip) per available

fascinating story of how the boat was brought home. brought was boat the how of story fascinating Trust, Groundwork, Hartlepool Borough Council and Seaham Seaham and Council Borough Hartlepool Groundwork, Trust,

taking small groups (only 9 places places 9 (only groups small taking

and find out how the story unfolds throughout the years and the the and years the throughout unfolds story the how out find and Creates Agency, National Trust, Northumbrian Water, Durham Wildlife Wildlife Durham Water, Northumbrian Trust, National Agency, Chase, Peterlee, SR8 1NJ SR8 Peterlee, Chase, Seaside Lane, SR8 3QH SR8 Lane, Seaside

charter boatman Duncan will be be will Duncan boatman charter

back to life by the fantastic work of the Heritage Group. Come along along Come Group. Heritage the of work fantastic the by life to back

Council, City of Sunderland, Natural England, Environment Environment England, Natural Sunderland, of City Council, Reserve, Dene Lodge, Stanhope Stanhope Lodge, Dene Reserve, Former pit car park off off park car pit Former

• East Durham

As part of festival week local local week festival of part As

and how it was brought brought was it how and

The Heritage Coast Partnership consists of Durham County County Durham of consists Partnership Coast Heritage The Castle Eden Dene Nature Nature Dene Eden Castle Monday 10.30–11.30am Monday

the George Elmy lifeboat lifeboat Elmy George the Trust

10.30–11.30am Easington Colliery every every Colliery Easington

Boat trips from Seaham from trips Boat

the story of the tragedy of of tragedy the of story the

work to protect and enhance this magical coastline. magical this enhance and protect to work Peterlee every Thursday Thursday every Peterlee • Durham Wildlife

The Heritage Centre tells tells Centre Heritage The National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We We Beauty. Natural Outstanding of Areas and Parks National TS27 4LG TS27

Council

throughout festival week. week. festival throughout forms part of the family of protected landscapes that includes includes that landscapes protected of family the of part forms SR8 1ER SR8 Hesleden Road, Blackhall, Blackhall, Road, Hesleden

and Heritage Centre Centre Heritage and • Durham County some of the most beautiful coastline of England and Wales and and Wales and England of coastline beautiful most the of some The Pavillion, Peterlee, Peterlee, Pavillion, The Blackhall Community Centre, Centre, Community Blackhall

Elmy Lifeboat House House Lifeboat Elmy

and South Sunderland. The definition of Heritage Coast covers covers Coast Heritage of definition The Sunderland. South and 10–11am 10.30–11.30am

Constabulary

the doors of the George George the of doors the undeveloped and restored sections of coastline of East Durham Durham East of coastline of sections restored and undeveloped Peterlee every Tuesday Tuesday every Peterlee Blackhall every Friday Friday every Blackhall

• Durham Group will be opening opening be will Group Our Heritage Coast comprises over 14 kilometres of the natural, natural, the of kilometres 14 over comprises Coast Heritage Our

East Durham Heritage Heritage Durham East

health walk. walk. health Sunderland

Lifeboat House Lifeboat

to stay healthy, come along and try a short, led led short, a try and along come healthy, stay to Sunderland Durham Hartlepool School, Old

George Elmy Elmy George

Heritage Coast

fantastic views and scenery, or if you just want want just you if or scenery, and views fantastic

• Donnison

your health and fitness and want to enjoy some some enjoy to want and fitness and health your

• Dalton Park If you want to take your first steps in improving improving in steps first your take to want you If

• Breeze

Centre

Community • Blackhall

Half term family fun Sunderland and it’s free! Heritage Coast Sunderland Durham Hartlepool

Seaham Hall Hendon

Lord Byron’s Walk Vane Tempest B1287

North Promenade

Dene House Road Ryhope Heritage Coast North Railway Street Terrace Green Sunderland Durham Hartlepool B1287 Seaham Harbour Marina Malborough Street

Princess Road

County Hall B1287 Green Street Durham A182 DH1 5UQ Seaham Telephone: 03000 268 131 E-mail: [email protected] Nose’s Point www.durhamheritagecoast.org for the Visit: www.thisisdurham.com

Dalton Park Hawthorn Outdoor festival 2016

Newcastle International Airport Newcastle Easington

A1018 A194(M) 03000 268 131 A692 A1231 Sunderland [email protected] A19 28th May to 5th June 64 Peterlee Horden 63 Seaham A1(M) A690 A167

© Crown Copyright and database rights 62 2016. Ordnance Survey 100049055. Durham A19 Castle Eden Dene Blackhall Colliery Peterlee All information stated in the leaflet is A181 correct at time of printing and subject Blackhall Rocks 61 to change without notice. A179 Hartlepool A19 A167 A689 Crimdon 60 A689

A1(M) A19 A66 59 Stockton-on-Tees 58 Middlesbrough A66 Darlington A174 Scan the code Durham Tees to find out more A68 Valley Airport The Headland about Durham 56 Heritage Coast. Hartlepool DCC 35480