Hawthorn Dene
The second largest coastal Dene in the county, consisting of relatively unspoilt ancient woodland and species rich limestone hay meadows
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Two Little Owl chicks sitting on a branch. Credit: Hilary Chambers
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Coastal Wildlife Walk - Hawthorn Dene
Join us for a family friendly guided walk to discover the seasonal wildlife that visits and lives in our coastal denes and grasslands.
Hawthorn shieldbug
Our largest shieldbug, the red-and-green hawthorn shieldbug can be seen in gardens, parks and woodlands, feeding on hawthorn, rowan and whitebeam. The adults hibernate over winter.
Common hawthorn
In May, our hedgerows burst into life as common hawthorn erupts with creamy-white blossom, colouring the landscape and giving this thorny shrub its other name of 'May-tree'.
Midland hawthorn
In May, our hedgerows and woodland edges burst into life as Midland hawthorn erupts with masses of pinky-white blossom. During the autumn, red fruits known as 'haws' appear.
Happy birthday to you - Hawthorn Dene and Trimdon Grange
In this blog, Reserves Manager, Andy Wadds, celebrates significant anniversaries for the Trust's nature reserves at Hawthorn Dene and Trimdon Grange Quarry.
January Sale 2025
Make wildlife your new years resolution and join Durham Wildlife Trust in January, throughout the entire month we have our minimum membership rates halved.
Wildlife volunteers celebrated at festive event
Trust volunteers received recognition and thanks for all their support, during a festive celebration event hosted in Durham.
Hesleden Dene
A small woodland with an abundance of hazel stands
Christmas Gift Guide
Scroll down to view our seasonal gift guide. You can order online or browse the range in our visitor centre stores, at Rainton Meadows and Low Barns Nature Reserves. By shopping with us you'…
How to run a fundraising event
Here are some hints if you are thinking of running a fundraising event. There are some ideas to help you get started.
Hedgehog Survey 2025
Help us understand how hedgehogs are faring across our region!