Dusk Beaver Safari

EXPERIENCE THE TRANQUILITY OF A BEAVER WETLAND

As the sun sets, an intriguing creature missing from the Northumbrian landscape for 400 years, emerges into its restored watery home.

Join Wild Intrigue on a Dusk Beaver Safari at the National Trust Wallington beaver enclosure, to observe the first beavers to be restored in Northumberland.

The Wallington Beavers live in an ever-changing wetland, crafted by their own engineering since their introduction in July 2023. As aquatic mammals, beavers need a safe, watery environment in which to live and raise their young, which the Wallington Beavers have developed through the ongoing creation of dams. 

The behaviour of Beavers differs with each safari, making this one of our most exciting wildlife experiences. Some evenings the Beavers may be responding to the ‘behaviour’ of water by adapting dams, digging channels, and undertaking essential maintenance – and on other nights we may encounter more foraging and socialising.

The banks of the burn are carpeted in colourful wildflowers and grasses, along with regenerated trees such as willow, which the Beavers forage on throughout the night.

With strong social bonds, family members make time to groom, play and communicate with one another. Observing these social mammals, in the wetlands they have carefully crafted, is one of the most enriching wildlife encounters you can enjoy. We are delighted that this is possible in Northumberland thanks to the National Trust, with support from the Reece Foundation and the Beaver Trust.

From a raised position in the landscape, you will enjoy views of the core beaver wetland amongst a bank of wildflowers. The wetland is home to an array of other species, including Roe Deer, Grey Heron, Badger and Otter – which may also make a special appearance.

Dusk Beaver Safaris will follow the Beaver Trust’s ethical beaver watching protocol, in addition to Wild Intrigue’s 10+ years of experience in watching and sharing this spectacular species. 

Although every effort has been made to share a successful encounter with the Beavers, please understand that these are wild animals and views therefore cannot be guaranteed.

Please note that this experience is strictly adults (18+) only and once entered into the beaver enclosure, attendees will be required to speak quietly and follow the advice of their Wild Intrigue guide.

If you would like learn more about Beaver ecology, history and the species’ restoration, whilst exploring the Wallington enclosure and architectural Beaver features at a closer range, take a look at our Beaver Enclosure Safaris which take place during the day (whilst the beavers are asleep in their lodge!)

The reintroduction of Beavers at Wallington forms a vital part of the National Trust’s ambition for Wilder Wallington, to restore native species and natural ecosystem functions across the vast 5321 ha estate.