Low Barns Balsam Bash

Low Barns Balsam Bash

Join us at Low Barns Nature Reserve as we carry out essential control work on Himalayan Balsam.

By Durham Wildlife Trust

Date and time

Sat, 5 Jul 2025 10:30 - 12:00 GMT+1

Location

Low Barns

Low Barns Nature Reserve Witton-le-Wear DL14 0AG United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Himalayan Balsam in an invasive, non-native plant that was introduced in 1839. Since then it has spread across the country and is prolific in wetlands, where it likes to grow.

We will be removing the plants in an area of Low Barns Nature Reserve to prevent the delicate and important native flora from dying out. 

Minimal experience is needed as identification is easy and will be explained fully on the day. 

Please dress appropriately for the weather and, as we will be working in potentially damp areas, a pair of good boots or wellies is essential (trainers are not suitable).

Please bring gloves if you have them and plenty of water if the weather is warm.

There are toilets and a café on site (lunch won’t be provided). 

Meet in the car park at Low Barns Nature Reserve near Witton-Le-Wear at 10:30am. 

Suitable for ages 12 years+. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Organised by

Durham Wildlife Trust

Durham Wildlife Trust's purpose is to protect wildlife and promote nature conservation in County Durham, the City of Sunderland and the boroughs of Gateshead, South Tyneside and Darlington. Through the management of 31 Nature Reserves and a variety of species and habitat recovery projects, the Trust is one of the most active environmental organisations in the region. By acting as a focus for a variety of community groups, schools and individuals, the Trust engages people in the issues around nature conservation and the wider environment. It also manages two visitor centres and campaigns on behalf of more than 8000 members. More information at www.durhamwt.co.uk

FreeJul 5 · 10:30 GMT+1