Guide in the Hide at Gosforth Nature Reserve

Join NHSN volunteer and long time birder, James Matlock, for a relaxed session watching wildlife at Gosforth Nature Reserve.

About this event

Join NHSN volunteer and long term birder James Matlock for a relaxed wildlife watching session from a hide overlooking the main lake at Gosforth Nature Reserve. James will be on hand to help you spot and identify what’s around, with recent wildlife highlights including Kingfisher, Bittern, Little Egret and Otter!

Please bring optics if possible (although some will be available to borrow), warm clothing and sturdy footwear, and perhaps a flask of something hot to enjoy during your time in the hide.

Essential Information

Event lead: James Matlock

Event length: 1 session, Tuesday 23 December, 10.00 am -12.00 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk/sit down wildlife spotting session

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Gosforth Nature Reserve (entrance), NZ 25998 69900, W3W: inch.caring.gave

Event cost: Free to all

About The Ouse Burn Way Project

Made possible by the Reece Foundation, The Ouse Burn Way offers free, enjoyable events that encourage people of all ages to connect with nature. From exploring local wildlife to discovering the hidden gems in your community, these activities are a great way to experience the natural world in Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you spot in your own neighbourhood? Come along and join us for some outdoor fun, and start noticing the wildlife around you. For more information about the project, please click here.

About Event Lead

James Matlock is a NHSN volunteer, a NHSN Field Skills graduate, and Newcastle University 'Conservation and Ecosystem Management' MSc graduate where he completed his research project 'Swifts in Newcastle Upon-Tyne: Their nesting habits and success'.