THE BIG NOVEMBER NATURE EVENTS GUIDE North East England & Yorkshire
Looking for things to do this November? Whether you love wildlife walks, fungi forays, birdwatching, conservation, outdoor adventures, nature photography, stargazing or family-friendly activities, there is plenty to discover across the North East and Yorkshire.
We've brought together a bumper collection of nature-based events taking place throughout November, covering Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham, Newcastle, Gateshead, Teesside, the Yorkshire coast, North York Moors, York, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond.
Get your wellies ready, wrap up warm and discover what's happening!
MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER
Coquetdale Wildlife Group: Roe Deer
📍 Rothbury, Northumberland🕢 7.30pm–8.30pm
An illustrated wildlife talk by Richard Muggeridge, exploring the fascinating world of roe deer and their place in the Northumberland countryside.
Connected Conservation North East Regional Workshop
📍 Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham🕥 10.30am–3.30pm
A conservation workshop focusing on American mink and water vole activity across the North East, and plans to support the recovery of native water voles.
TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER
Wild Wonders: A Ranger Ramble
📍 Gibside, Gateshead🕥 10.30am–1.30pm
Join a ranger for a 2.5-hour walk exploring seasonal wildlife, fungi, insects and conservation. Keep your eyes open for signs of roe deer too. Free event, with normal admission applying.
Walking the Ouse Burn Way
📍 Newcastle upon Tyne🕙 10am
A guided walk exploring the Ouse Burn, its riverside environment and the wildlife found along this urban waterway.
The Pitmen Naturalists
📍 Great North Museum: Hancock, Newcastle🕕 6pm–7.30pm💷 £4 members / £5 non-members
Discover the stories of North East coal miners who became respected naturalists, geologists and palaeontologists. A fascinating look at the region's natural history.
NWT Ponteland Group: Morocco's High Atlas – After the Earthquake
📍 St Mary's Parish Centre, Ponteland🕢 7.30pm–9pm
A wildlife group presentation exploring Morocco's High Atlas region and its landscapes following the earthquake.
WEDNESDAY 4 NOVEMBER
Winter Bird Walk
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am–12pm💷 £3
Join a guided birdwatching walk to look for winter visitors and resident wildlife, with possible sightings of marsh tits, kingfishers, redwings and bitterns. Suitable for beginners.
Wilder Wellbeing: Fungi Walk
📍 Blyth, Northumberland🕧 12.30pm–2pm💷 Free
Enjoy a gentle woodland walk with a Northumberland Wildlife Trust guide, discovering fungi and learning about their important role in nature. For adults aged 18+ who live or work in Northumberland. Registration required.
Links with Nature: Bat Walk
📍 Rainton Meadows, Houghton-le-Spring🕟 4.30pm–6.30pm
A guided wildlife activity exploring bats, their habitats and their importance to the local environment.
Weave a Festive Willow Star
📍 Sutton Bank, North Yorkshire
A seasonal creative workshop using willow and natural materials to make a festive decoration.
THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER
Gosforth's Wild Web: Waxcap Wander
📍 Havannah Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕚 11am–1pm💷 £5
Head out in search of colourful waxcap mushrooms and learn about these fascinating fungi while helping with a local conservation recording project.
Muddy Wellies: Meet a Tree
📍 Elemore Park, Houghton-le-Spring🕤 9.30am–11.30am
An outdoor nature activity encouraging little ones to explore trees and discover the natural world.
FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER
Waxcap Wander
📍 Gallagher Park, Bedlington🕚 11am–1pm💷 £3
Another chance to discover waxcap fungi, explore the grassland and help record species for the North East Waxcaps project.
Weetslade Guided Walk
📍 Weetslade Country Park, Northumberland🕚 11am–12pm
Discover the wildlife, habitats and history of this local country park on a guided walk.
SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER
NYMA Walk: Commondale
📍 North York Moors🕥 10.30am start🥾 Approximately 5.5 miles
A guided moorland walk taking in Hob on the Hill and Hob Cross, returning along the Quakers Causeway.
Camera Trapping for Mammals
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am
Learn how wildlife cameras help conservationists discover which mammals are using nature reserves and how camera trapping helps monitor wildlife.
Cemetery Ladybirds
📍 Benton Cemetery, North Tyneside🕐 1pm
Discover ladybirds and explore the wildlife that makes its home in cemetery habitats.
Habitat Heroes 2
📍 Wildroots Community Garden, Newcastle🕐 1pm–4pm
A community nature and habitat activity bringing people together to help wildlife and improve local green spaces.
Seaweed Pressing Workshop
📍 Rainton Meadows, County Durham🕐 1pm–3pm
A creative coastal-inspired workshop exploring seaweed and natural materials.
Beaver Enclosure Safari
📍 Wallington, Northumberland
A guided experience exploring beaver habitats and their role in shaping the landscape. Beaver sightings are not guaranteed.
The Magical Art of Starling Murmurations
📍 North Cave Wetlands, East Yorkshire📅 7–17 November
Celebrate one of nature's most spectacular winter displays. Watch thousands of birds move together across the sky in incredible formations. Check the organiser's listing for specific event dates and arrangements.
50 Years of Our National Park Centres Exhibition
📍 Danby Lodge, North York Moors📅 From 7 November onwards
Explore an exhibition looking back at the history of the National Park's visitor centres, celebrating the landscapes, art and heritage of this beautiful part of Yorkshire.
Festive Willow Wreath Workshop
📍 Staveley Nature Reserve, Boroughbridge📅 From 7 November to 7 December
A seasonal workshop using willow and natural materials to create a festive wreath. Check the organiser's calendar for individual November sessions.
SUNDAY 8 NOVEMBER
In Focus – Wildlife Optics Experience
📍 Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Northumberland🕙 10am–4pm
An opportunity to try a range of optical equipment and discover how binoculars and other equipment can help you enjoy wildlife watching.
Being Human: Sensing Nature – Creative Walk
📍 Durham City Green Corridor📅 8–14 November programme
A creative outdoor experience exploring nature through the senses and discovering the green spaces around Durham.
MONDAY 9 NOVEMBER
A lovely opportunity to explore your local nature reserves independently, enjoy the autumn colours and look out for signs of winter wildlife.
TUESDAY 10 NOVEMBER
Walking the Ouse Burn Way
📍 Newcastle upon Tyne🕙 10am
Another guided opportunity to explore the Ouse Burn and discover the wildlife and green spaces around Newcastle.
Nordic Walking
📍 Tynemouth Beach🕐 1pm–3pm
An outdoor fitness activity combining walking and the beautiful coastal environment.
WEDNESDAY 11 NOVEMBER
Tree ID Wildlife Walk
📍 Durham area🕐 1pm–3pm
A nature walk exploring tree identification and the wildlife supported by different tree species.
Abundant Earth Market Garden Volunteering
📍 Abundant Earth, North East🕤 9.30am–1.30pm
Get involved in practical outdoor volunteering and spend time working with nature and the land.
Weave a Festive Willow Tree or Angel
📍 Danby Lodge, North York Moors
A seasonal willow weaving workshop using natural materials.
THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER
Waxcap Wander
📍 Kingfisher Boulevard, Newcastle🕚 11am
A fungi-focused walk exploring grassland habitats and looking for colourful waxcap mushrooms.
Muddy Wellies: Hello Hedgehogs!
📍 Easington Lane, County Durham🕤 9.30am–11.30am
A family nature activity discovering more about hedgehogs and how we can help wildlife.
Seaweed Pressing and Soap Making
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 Multi-date programme through November
A coastal-inspired creative workshop using seaweed and natural materials. Check individual booking dates.
FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER
Members' Exclusive Fungi Foray
📍 Askham Bog Nature Reserve, York🕐 1pm–3pm💷 £8.50 for members, plus booking fee
Join an expert-led fungi hunt at this special nature reserve. Discover different species, including milkcaps, bracket fungi and brittlegills.
Search for the Purple Sandpiper
📍 St Mary's Island, Whitley Bay🕐 1pm
A coastal birdwatching opportunity looking for the purple sandpiper, a fascinating winter visitor to our rocky shores.
Beginner's Fungi Foray
📍 Armstrong Bridge, Newcastle🕐 1pm
An opportunity to discover fungi and learn more about identifying different species.
SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER
Wildlife Photography for Beginners
📍 Staveley Nature Reserve, Boroughbridge
An opportunity to develop wildlife photography skills and learn how to capture nature and wildlife through the camera lens.
Festive Willow Wreath Workshop
📍 Staveley Nature Reserve, Boroughbridge
A nature-inspired creative workshop using willow to make a seasonal wreath.
SUNDAY 15 NOVEMBER
Mushroom Meander
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am
Explore the reserve in search of mushrooms and fungi, learning more about the different species found in woodland habitats.
Wild About Board Games
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕑 2pm–4pm
A relaxed afternoon playing nature-themed board games, including the popular bird-themed game Wingspan.
Dusk Bird Walks
📍 Ripon City Wetlands, North Yorkshire
Enjoy the wetlands as daylight fades and look out for birds settling in for the evening.
Green Zine Day
📍 North East
A creative nature-inspired activity celebrating green spaces, wildlife and the natural world.
MONDAY 16 NOVEMBER
A good opportunity to explore the region's coastal nature reserves, woodlands and wetlands independently. Look out for wintering waders, fungi and changing autumn habitats.
TUESDAY 17 NOVEMBER
Walking the Ouse Burn Way
📍 Newcastle upon Tyne🕙 10am
A guided walk exploring the Ouse Burn and its surrounding natural environment.
Habitats and Flora of My Favourite Place: The Wansbeck
📍 Great North Museum: Hancock, Newcastle🕕 6pm
A talk exploring the habitats, plants and natural environment of the Wansbeck area.
The Magical Art of Starling Murmurations – Final Day
📍 North Cave Wetlands, East Yorkshire
The final date of the advertised 7–17 November murmuration programme. Check the organiser for viewing arrangements.
WEDNESDAY 18 NOVEMBER
Wilder Wellbeing
📍 Northumberlandia, Cramlington🕚 11am–2pm
Join a welcoming outdoor group at Northumberlandia Nature Reserve and enjoy time in a beautiful natural setting.
THURSDAY 19 NOVEMBER
Beginner's Fungi Foray
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am–12pm💷 Free
A relaxed introduction to identifying fungi. Learn how to use field guides and identification apps while exploring the woodland and recording your discoveries.
Northumberlandia Guided Walk
📍 Northumberlandia, Cramlington🕚 11am–12pm
Join a Northumberland Wildlife Trust guide for an informative walk around the famous Lady of the North landscape.
FRIDAY 20 NOVEMBER
Waxcap Wander
📍 St Mary's Field, Morpeth, Northumberland🕚 11am
Another chance to explore grassland habitats and search for waxcap fungi.
SATURDAY 21 NOVEMBER
Young Rangers in the Park
📍 Leazes Park, Newcastle🕙 10am–12pm
A chance for young people to get involved in practical park activities and discover how they can make a difference to local green spaces.
Seal Rescue, Recovery and Release
📍 Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Northumberland🕓 4pm–5pm
Learn about the work involved in rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing seals back into the wild.
Northumberland Dark Skies: Where Are the Aliens?
📍 Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Northumberland🕕 6pm–8pm
Join NASTRO and Dr Adrian Jannetta for an immersive stargazing experience exploring the dark skies above Northumberland.
SUNDAY 22 NOVEMBER
Search for the Whooper Swan
📍 Big Waters Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am
A guided birdwatching event looking for whooper swans and other wildlife at this important wetland reserve.
In Focus – Wildlife Optics Experience
📍 Hauxley Wildlife Discovery Centre, Northumberland🕙 10am–3pm
Another opportunity to try optical equipment and discover more about wildlife watching.
MONDAY 23 NOVEMBER
A good time to explore local woodlands and nature reserves and look for winter wildlife, particularly birds gathering around wetlands and coastal habitats.
TUESDAY 24 NOVEMBER
Walking the Ouse Burn Way
📍 Havannah and Three Hills Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕙 10am
Explore the local landscape and wildlife on another guided walk.
Stargazing with Richard Darn
📍 Stump Cross Caverns, near Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire
A chance to discover more about the night sky and enjoy an evening of stargazing. Check the venue for timings and booking details.
WEDNESDAY 25 NOVEMBER
Wild About Board Games
📍 Gosforth Nature Reserve, Newcastle🕡 6.30pm
A nature-themed board game evening for anyone who enjoys wildlife, birds and a bit of friendly competition.
THURSDAY 26 NOVEMBER
Beginner's Fungi Foray
📍 Star and Shadow Cinema, Newcastle🕙 10am
A further opportunity to learn about fungi and discover how to identify different species.
Beginners Stargazing
📍 Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A beginner-friendly introduction to the night sky and astronomy. Check the organiser for the individual November session date.
FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER
Beaver Enclosure Safari
📍 Wallington, Northumberland
A guided experience exploring beaver habitats and learning about the role beavers play in shaping wetland and woodland environments.
SATURDAY 28 NOVEMBER
Wreath-Making
📍 Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire
A seasonal creative workshop using natural materials to make a festive wreath.
Lantern-Making Workshops
📍 Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire
Get creative with a seasonal workshop making lanterns inspired by the outdoors.
SUNDAY 29 NOVEMBER
Expert Guided Walk Series
📍 Askham Bog Nature Reserve, York
Discover this special wetland nature reserve on a guided walk. Check the organiser's listing for the theme, start time and booking information.
Festive Seaglass Crafts and Jewellery Making
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 From 29 November to 6 December
A coastal-inspired creative activity using sea glass to make jewellery and decorations.
🌊 ONGOING AND MULTI-DATE NATURE EXPERIENCES THROUGHOUT NOVEMBER
These are additional activities and programmes with sessions or dates extending across November. Check each organiser's calendar for individual dates and availability.
Extreme Rockpool Safari – Scarborough South Bay
📍 Scarborough, North Yorkshire📅 Multi-date programme from October 2026 into April 2027
Explore the fascinating creatures living in rock pools along the Yorkshire coast with a guided coastal experience.
Extreme Rockpool Safari – South Landing, Flamborough
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 Multi-date programme from October 2026 into April 2027
Discover marine wildlife and explore the rocky shore with a guided rockpool activity.
Spurn's Wild Wander
📍 Spurn National Nature Reserve, East Yorkshire📅 Multi-date programme
Explore the landscapes and wildlife of this special coastal nature reserve.
Spurn Heritage Walking Tours
📍 Spurn National Nature Reserve, East Yorkshire📅 Multi-date programme
Discover the fascinating natural and human history of this unique coastal landscape.
Fossil Fun
📍 Spurn National Nature Reserve, East Yorkshire📅 Multi-date programme through December
A family-friendly opportunity to discover fossils and learn about the area's geological history.
Stargazing with SARAS
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 Multi-date programme from October 2026 into March 2027
Explore the night sky and discover more about astronomy with the local astronomy group.
Seaweed Pressing and Soap Making
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 Multi-date programme through March 2027
A creative workshop inspired by coastal nature and seaweed.
Ocean Explorers
📍 Living Seas Centre, Flamborough📅 Multi-date programme through February 2027
A coastal discovery activity exploring marine life and the underwater world.
Waves of Waste Beach Clean – Spurn
📍 Spurn National Nature Reserve, East Yorkshire📅 Ongoing multi-date programme
Join a beach clean and help protect the coastline and marine environment.
Waves of Waste Beach Clean – Bridlington North
📍 Bridlington, East Yorkshire📅 Ongoing multi-date programme
Help remove litter from the beach and support the protection of coastal wildlife.
Nature-Inspired Needle Felting Evening
📍 Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Doncaster📅 Thursdays throughout the October–December programme
A creative nature-inspired craft activity.
Winter Wellness Walks
📍 Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Doncaster📅 Sundays throughout the October–December programme
Enjoy a seasonal walk in a beautiful nature reserve.
A Little Note Before You Go
Event dates, prices and availability can change, so please check the organiser's website before travelling or booking. Some events require advance registration, and a few are intended for specific age groups or members.
Whether you're fascinated by fungi, love watching birds, enjoy a peaceful woodland wander or simply want to spend more time outside, November is a wonderful time to get out and discover the natural world.
Happy exploring! 🌿
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