Whaup's up with Eden's Curlews?

Find out why the much-loved Curlew is in steep decline and how Curlews of Eden group is trying to help our local birds to raise more chicks.

By Penrith Action for Community Transition (PACT)

Date and time

Wednesday, May 14 · 7 - 8:30pm GMT+1

Location

The Religous Society of Friends Quaker Meeting House

Meeting House Lane Penrith CA11 7TR United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Join Jaki Bell from PACT and the RSPB to learn about this beautiful bird and how we can help.

There are now half as many Curlews breeding in the UK as there were in the mid 1990s. They are on the path to extinction here as a breeding bird, unless there’s urgent action to help them. In this talk, we’ll delve into the life of this iconic bird and hear about their current situation – what’s causing their decline, and what’s being done to stabilise and grow their populations.

We’ll hear about the work of volunteers across Cumbria, including the new Curlews of Eden group, as well as what's happening nationally.

Jaki Bell spent two years as a project coordinator on the RSPB’s Curlew LIFE project. She was also a volunteer at the Hadrian’s Wall project area for two breeding seasons, carrying out monitoring of Curlews and other birds. With the project drawing to a close at the end of 2024, Jaki was keen to continue helping these struggling birds in her corner of Cumbria and set up the Curlews of Eden group in spring 2025.

Doors will open at 6:45pm for a 7pm start.

Frequently asked questions

Is the venue accessible?

The Quaker Meeting House has parking for 15 to 18 cars onsite. There is additional parking nearby at the Bus Station car park. There is level access into the building and there are no steps internally. There is an accessible toilet. A loop system will be provided for hearing aid users.

Where is there parking?

Parking at the Quaker Meeting House is limited and we would like to prioritise this for people with limited mobility. There is car parking nearby at the Sandgate, Bus Station car park and Drovers Lane Car Parks, free after 6pm. Thank you.

Organized by

Penrith Action for Community Transition (PACT)

PACT is a community group helping to make life that little bit more sustainable in Penrith and Eden. Visit our website to find out about our events and campaigns, and sign up for our e-newsletter. You can also chat to us on Facebook.