We are pleased to announce a return of our First Aid and Outdoor Survival for Walkers event on the 26th of October In partnership with the British Red Cross, this session will provide essential training for anyone who loves outdoor activities.

Gathering at our usual meeting point at Hardwick Park, Stockton-on-Tees, we will commence the event at 10:00 am. During this session, a certified instructor from the British Red Cross will educate us on key aspects of first aid and survival skills tailored for walkers.

Given the chilly October climate, it is advised to dress warmly and adequately to keep comfortable throughout the event.

If you have questions or require additional information, we are always available to assist. Your participation contributes to our mission of providing enriching and empowering experiences.

We look forward to seeing you there for this valuable training opportunity.

Join us for an early morning walk at Bassleton Woods, Stockton-on-Tees on Saturday 7th September. Bassleton Woods is a six-hectare pocket of ancient deciduous woodland sandwiched between the Bassleton Court housing estate of Thornaby and the River Tees. The Holmes area of the nature reserve comprises 6.8-hectares of low-lying ex-agricultural land in a meander known to Thornaby residents as Horseshoe Bend. Bassleton Woods and the Holmes form part of a much larger area of special countryside that is open to the public. The Council's Countryside service has planted adjacent fields with approximately 14,000 trees in order to link Bassleton Woods to the nearby Thornaby Woods, which is also open to the public.

All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Parking will be in the Bassleton Court Shops car park, adjacent to The Griffin pub in Thornaby. At the "spitfire roundabout" on the A1045 in Thornaby, turn west on to Bader Avenue. Just after passing The Griffin pub on your right, turn right into Newton Road and look for the car park on your right. The grid reference of the entrance to the car park is NZ 450156 and the What3words reference is ///stove.leaned.scan. The Griffin's postcode is TS17 0EH.

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

Join us for an early morning walk at Bassleton Woods, Stockton-on-Tees on Saturday 8th May. Bassleton Woods is a six-hectare pocket of ancient deciduous woodland sandwiched between the Bassleton Court housing estate of Thornaby and the River Tees. The Holmes area of the nature reserve comprises 6.8-hectares of low-lying ex-agricultural land in a meander known to Thornaby residents as Horseshoe Bend. Bassleton Woods and the Holmes form part of a much larger area of special countryside that is open to the public. The Council's Countryside service has planted adjacent fields with approximately 14,000 trees in order to link Bassleton Woods to the nearby Thornaby Woods, which is also open to the public.

All you need is your drinking water, your walking boots/shoes, and appropriate clothing.

• Parking will be in the Bassleton Court Shops car park, adjacent to The Griffin pub in Thornaby. At the "spitfire roundabout" on the A1045 in Thornaby, turn west on to Bader Avenue. Just after passing The Griffin pub on your right, turn right into Newton Road and look for the car park on your right. The grid reference of the entrance to the car park is NZ 450156 and the What3words reference is ///stove.leaned.scan. The Griffin's postcode is TS17 0EH.

• The walk starts at 8.10 am.

• People walk at different paces so, no pressure. Just enjoy the walk and nature.

• A walking session will typically last for about 1 hour - 2 hours depending on the route and the pace.

Looking forward to seeing you.

We are pleased to announce a one-of-a-kind event on the 28th of October, focusing on First Aid and Outdoor Survival for Walkers. In partnership with the British Red Cross, this session will provide essential training for anyone who loves outdoor activities.

Gathering at our usual meeting point at Hardwick Park, Stockton-on-Tees, we will commence the event at 10:00 am. During this session, a certified instructor from the British Red Cross will educate us on key aspects of first aid and survival skills tailored for walkers.

Given the chilly October climate, it is advised to dress warmly and adequately to keep comfortable throughout the event.

If you have questions or require additional information, we are always available to assist. Your participation contributes to our mission of providing enriching and empowering experiences.

We look forward to seeing you there for this valuable training opportunity.