Events and informative walks are open to the Friends of Saltwell Park and non-members
Everyone is welcome at our Friends of Saltwell Park events and informative walks!
There is a charge of £1 for members of the Friends of Saltwell Park and £2 for non-members.
If you become a member of the Friends of Saltwell Park (see membership for cost) at the event you will pay just £1 for the event or walk.
We meet from 10:30 for an 11:00 start, unless otherwise stated
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There is normally no need to pre-book our events or walks unless otherwise stated in the details below.
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​To ensure we can deliver a full programme we are looking for volunteers who can help organise events. Please let us know if you can assist us - click here
Friends of Saltwell Park Bird Walks
Next walk: Sunday 13th April 2025
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Pre-booking is recommended
Meet by: The Lake
Saltwell Park
Gateshead
Join the Friends of Saltwell Park for the first of our 2025 seasonal guided bird walks with ornithologist Michael Turner.
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There is always an increase in bird activity in spring, with enhanced songs and signs of breeding display. As well as the resident bullfinches, thrushes, tit families and other native species, chiffchaff from the Mediterranean will have arrived and we should hopefully see and/or hear the blackcap.
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​​​We meet at 10am by the lake.
The walk will last for approximately two hours.
Michael’s walks are always popular and pre-booking is recommended. Use the 'bird walks - book now' button below to book directly with Michael, advising of the number of people attending and date of walk(s) required.
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Our usual event charge of £1 for members and £2 for non-members will be payable on the day.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks. Please remember not to leave any litter though and don’t drop food that may be harmful to the birds and animals in the park!
Our 2025 bird walks will take place on these dates:
Spring - Sunday 13th April 2025
Summer - Sunday 13th July 2025
Autumn - Sunday 12th October 2025
Winter - Sunday 14th December 2025
Put these dates in your diary and book now!
Note: Remember to advise the number of people attending and date of walk(s) your booking.​​​​
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NEW for 2025!
Friends of Saltwell Park Tree Walks
Next walk: Saturday 17th May 2025
Time: 11:00
Pre-booking is required
Meet by: Main entrance to Saltwell Towers
Saltwell Park
Gateshead
Join the Friends of Saltwell Park for the first of our new guided tree walks within the park.
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​​​Meet at 11:00 - main entrance to Saltwell Towers.
The walk will last for approximately 90 minutes.
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Meet for a guided tour and discussion of some of our Park’s native and non-native trees. On the walk we will identify different species, learn about their characteristics, discover their benefits to both humans and wildlife and find out how they fit into our ecosystem.
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We are limited to 15 people for this walk so please reserve your place in advance.
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Our usual event charge of £1 for members and £2 for non-members will be payable on the day.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks. Please remember not to leave any litter though and don’t drop food that may be harmful to the birds and animals in the park!
Our 2025 tree walks will take place on these dates:
Saturday 17th MAY 2025
More dates to be announced - watch this space!
Put these dates in your diary and book now!
Note: Remember to advise the number of people attending and date of walk(s) your booking.​​​​