The Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership Scheme aims to unlock and reveal the hidden heritage of the Westmorland Dales, enabling more people to connect with, enjoy and benefit from this inspirational landscape. Thanks to National Lottery players it has been supported by a grant from the Heritage Fund.
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The Wilding Theatre Project is a community arts event which invites communities to join the 'Dreaming Giant' sculpture residencies. The building of the living earth sculpture and nature workshops will take place on the school field in Orton throughout the week Read more
An interactive bee walk introducing you to bumblebee ecology and identification techniques focusing on the more common bees found in hay meadows. Read more
Come and help get Bowber Head farm ready for the summer season. Odd jobs around the farm in preparation for visitors to the meadows. This will involve tidying the yard, gate fettling and grass cutting as necessary. Read more
Learn to identify target grasses and flowers of meadows and limestone with local farm advisor and ecologist, Paul Arkle Read more
We've got lots organised and so have our scheme partners. We'll be sharing their events and activities here so do take a look at what's happening in the Westmorland Dales this summer. All events can be booked via the partner websites who will be managing these events and activities directly. See booking details on individual event pages.
Join artist-in-residence Julia Garner and nature reserve manager Andrew Walter for a creative walk exploring the stunning meadows of Bowberhead Farm. Take inspiration from the nationally important flora and record your favourite flowers in small sketches. Read more
Celebrate nature at a drop-in art event inspired by the marvellous meadows of Bowberhead Farm. Artist-in-residence Julia Garner will have lots to inspire you, and you can try your hand at different creative activities inspired by nature. Read more
This training is designed for beginners with little or no existing grass identification skills. It will be a mix of enjoyable indoor learning supported by some outdoor practical elements. Read more