Discover Creatures of the Night

Discover the hidden creatures of the night on a guided evening family walk from the Bowlees Visitors Centre in Upper Teesdale, Tuesday 27 October, 7pm to 9pm.Join the North Pennines National Landscape team as we explore the fascinating lives of moths, bats, owls and other nocturnal mammals. Learn how these remarkable creatures navigate the night, where they live, how they hunt, and the clever ways they avoid becoming prey themselves.Using a range of specialist equipment and survey techniques, we'll detect, attract and observe nocturnal wildlife, offering a rare opportunity to get a closer look at some of the North Pennines' most elusive night-time residents.
The event includes a short walk of approximately 1 km over rough ground and is suitable for families with children aged six to sixteen. All children must be accompanied by an adult.One child: 6/ Two children: 10 / Three children: 13- (accompanying adults free)Please wear sturdy boots or wellies, warm waterproof clothing, and bring a torch (a red-light torch is ideal if you have one). No dogs please - they are a trip hazard in the dark.