About the event

This event is hosted by Somewhere Places project in partnership with Durham Wildlife Trust.

During this family-friendly nature walk nature spotter sheets will be provided and we encourage you to download the free Seek (nature ID) and Merlin (bird ID) Apps (not essential). 

Please note some areas of the walk are not buggy or wheelchair friendly.

More About SOMEWHERE PLACES

SOMEWHERE LAKE is part of a larger project - SOMEWHERE PLACES. Across September-October 2026, look out for a programme of environmental activities using Silksworth Lakes as its focal point. Participants are invited to engage creatively with the area through print-making, zine-making, and eco-poetry. For more info please contact Vivienne Burgess: vivienneh.burgess@gmail.com 

The event is weather permitting. 

Please dress for the weather and bring suitable waterproof clothing. Wear sturdy boots/footwear.

This event is supported by Connecting Through Nature, a three-year project based in Sunderland aiming to bring communities together to benefit both nature and their own wellbeing, creating a greener, healthier and more sustainable city for all.