Discover Ouseburn's real night life!Join Wild Intrigue on an urban wildlife safari to discover intriguing creatures of the night in Newcastle City's lively hub, Ouseburn. Setting off at sunset with bat detectors in hand, Wild Intrigue will guide you on a journey to track bats down as they emerge from their roosts for 'breakfast'. Bat […]
Discover one of Kielder’s most enigmatic summer visitors, on an exclusive Osprey Watching Cruise. Guided by expert naturalists, Wild Intrigue, you’ll head out onto Kielder Water in search of Ospreys, which return from Africa to nest here each year.You will have the opportunity to enjoy a short talk, diving into the fascinating history, ecology and local […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Discover one of Kielder’s most enigmatic summer visitors, on an exclusive Osprey Watching Cruise. Guided by expert naturalists, Wild Intrigue, you’ll head out onto Kielder Water in search of Ospreys, which return from Africa to nest here each year.You will have the opportunity to enjoy a short talk, diving into the fascinating history, ecology and local […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Enjoy an afternoon photographing spectacular Lake District wildlife at Wild Intrigue’s purpose built Woodland Wildlife Hide, based at RSPB Haweswater near Penrith.
Kielder's hidden wild sideHidden in Kielder’s beautiful landscape of forest and water, spectacular wildlife can be discovered. Join Wild Intrigue to explore the wild side of Kielder at Bakethin Nature Reserve on a short walking safari. In summer, Kielder is home to an incredible diversity of woodland and freshwater birds, from Crossbill, Willow Warbler and Jay, […]
Discover one of Kielder’s most enigmatic summer visitors, on an exclusive Osprey Watching Cruise. Guided by expert naturalists, Wild Intrigue, you’ll head out onto Kielder Water in search of Ospreys, which return from Africa to nest here each year.You will have the opportunity to enjoy a short talk, diving into the fascinating history, ecology and local […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
As nature begins to unfurl in spring, telltale sounds of a changing season also return. Join Wild Intrigue on a guided acoustic safari to hone in and enjoy the wild sounds of Northumberland National Park Walltown, from individual birdsong to a breeze through the trees. This live, guided acoustic safari will follow the sounds of […]
Join Wild Intrigue to spy on life below the surface of Walltown Quarry Country Park’s ponds in Northumberland National Park.On this guided 'aquatic safari' you will discover the Walltown ponds, and the fascinating creatures that swim, hide, hunt and morph under cover of these underrated habitats. But leave those swimsuits at home! You will have […]
Young wild things (and their grown ups!) are invited to embark on journey of nature discovery with Wild Intrigue, to discover the birds and beasts, and everything in between, that roam Northumberland National Park's Walltown Quarry Country Park. Throughout the adventure, you will learn secret, seasonal tips on how to spy on wildlife, and find […]
Nature discovery for all the family!Kids (and their grown ups!) are invited to join Wild Intrigue to discover the wonderful wild side of Kielder.The natural world is bursting with life in summer, from birds and beasts to berries and bugs! Come along to Tower Knowe, at Kielder Water and Forest Park, for a mini walking […]
Discover one of Kielder’s most enigmatic summer visitors, on an exclusive Osprey Watching Cruise. Guided by expert naturalists, Wild Intrigue, you’ll head out onto Kielder Water in search of Ospreys, which return from Africa to nest here each year.You will have the opportunity to enjoy a short talk, diving into the fascinating history, ecology and local […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Discover Ouseburn's real night life!Join Wild Intrigue on an urban wildlife safari to discover intriguing creatures of the night in Newcastle City's lively hub, Ouseburn. Setting off at sunset with bat detectors in hand, Wild Intrigue will guide you on a journey to track bats down as they emerge from their roosts for 'breakfast'. Bat […]
Nature discovery for all the family!Kids (and their grown ups!) are invited to join Wild Intrigue to discover the wonderful wild side of Kielder.The natural world is bursting with life in summer, from birds and beasts to berries and bugs! Come along to Tower Knowe, at Kielder Water and Forest Park, for a mini walking […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
KIELDER’S HIDDEN WILD SIDEHidden in Kielder’s beautiful landscape of forest and water, spectacular wildlifecan be discovered. Join Wild Intrigue to explore the wild side of Kielder at Bakethin Nature Reserveon a short walking safari. In summer, Kielder is home to an incredible diversity ofwoodland and freshwater birds, from Crossbill, Willow Warbler and Jay, to Dipper, Kingfisher and the magnificent Osprey. Below […]
Discover one of Kielder’s most enigmatic summer visitors, on an exclusive Osprey Watching Cruise. Guided by expert naturalists, Wild Intrigue, you’ll head out onto Kielder Water in search of Ospreys, which return from Africa to nest here each year.You will have the opportunity to enjoy a short talk, diving into the fascinating history, ecology and local […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Nestled between the River Coquet and Simonside hills in beautiful Northumberland, lies Hepple Wilds, a landscape of restoration and rejuvenation.Since 2020, this 4000 acre estate has embraced natural processes, and is on a journey of ecosystem restoration by encouraging wildness, with gentle intervention where required. Free-roaming Longhorn cattle, Highland cattle and Exmoor Ponies have been introduced. […]
KIELDER’S HIDDEN WILD SIDEHidden in Kielder’s beautiful landscape of forest and water, spectacular wildlifecan be discovered. Join Wild Intrigue to explore the wild side of Kielder at Bakethin Nature Reserveon a short walking safari. In summer, Kielder is home to an incredible diversity ofwoodland and freshwater birds, from Crossbill, Willow Warbler and Jay, to Dipper, Kingfisher and the magnificent Osprey. Below […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Mythical beasts and exceptional wild diningIn the rolling hills of the Northumberland National Park Cheviots, elusive, almost mythical creatures dwell; the Cheviot Goats.Embark upon a guided Wild Intrigue safari into the ancient lands of the Border Reivers, stepping back in time to discover these long-lived inhabitants from the times of early Neolithic farmers and the […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Amongst the spectacular architecture of Newcastle, incredible wildness can be found in our everyday explorations of the city.
A microbrewery in the wildsJoin Wild Intrigue and First & Last Brewery Northumberland for a night like no other! Discover the award winning beers inspired by Northumberland's wild landscape, before searching for some of the nocturnal wildlife that calls it home. First & Last Brewery Northumberland is an award-winning, family run, microbrewery based in their […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Immerse yourself in the arboreal life of the Red Squirrel, in the mossy woodlands of RSPB Haweswater in the eastern Lake District National Park. Based from Wild Intrigue’s comfortable Woodland Wildlife Hide in beautiful Naddle Forest, you will spend a morning watching the antics of Red Squirrels whilst enjoying a locally sourced, cold breakfast board.With intimate views from the hide, and […]
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the worlds most inland seabird colony, as the sun sets over the iconic Newcastle-Gateshead skyline on Wild Intrigue's Sunset Kittiwake Safari.After spending half of the year out at sea, the Tyne Kittiwakes return to nest on the buildings and bridges of Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, their calls […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Amongst the spectacular architecture of Newcastle, incredible wildness can be found in our everyday explorations of the city.
Discover Ouseburn's real night life!Join Wild Intrigue on an urban wildlife safari to discover intriguing creatures of the night in Newcastle City's lively hub, Ouseburn. Setting off at sunset with bat detectors in hand, Wild Intrigue will guide you on a journey to track bats down as they emerge from their roosts for 'breakfast'. Bat […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
The Tyne Kittiwakes hold the title of being the most inland breeding colony of Black-legged Kittiwakes in the world, with North Shields an important part of their journey. Join Heather Devey and Cain Scrimgeour, Co-Directors of Wild Intrigue, for an illustrated talk featuring film and footage to discover why this red listed seabird is a […]
KIELDER’S HIDDEN WILD SIDEHidden in Kielder’s beautiful landscape of forest and water, spectacular wildlifecan be discovered. Join Wild Intrigue to explore the wild side of Kielder at Bakethin Nature Reserveon a short walking safari. In summer, Kielder is home to an incredible diversity ofwoodland and freshwater birds, from Crossbill, Willow Warbler and Jay, to Dipper, Kingfisher and the magnificent Osprey. Below […]
Eavesdrop on bats in Kielder ForestDiscover the secret lives of Kielder Waterside’s nocturnal neighbours, on a guided Bat Safari! Using special acoustic detectors you will eavesdrop on the hidden world of ‘bat chat’, exploring fascinating behaviours such as acrobatic hunting and summertime socialising. Come and explore Kielder at night, on our short walking safari full […]
Meet our Urban SeafarersImmerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the worlds most inland seabird colony on Wild Intrigue's popular Kittiwakes & Doughnuts experience.After spending half of the year out at sea, the Tyne Kittiwakes return to nest on the buildings and bridges of Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, their calls a wild backdrop to […]
Colourful flashes of urban wildflowers creep out from wall crevices, between cracks in pavements and in the beautiful tangles of our green spaces.Discover how an impressive collection of plants and flowers thrive alongside people in the vibrant Ouseburn Valley. With a backdrop of heritage buildings, independent businesses and fresh graffiti, this botanical safari will take […]
NEW for 2023! This year we are delighted to launch a brand new Family Kittiwakes & Doughnuts experience, the perfect urban wild escape for those with younger children (aged 12 and under).Get ready for an exciting Quayside Kittiwake Safari with Wild Intrigue, where you will be guided on an adventure over bridges and under towers […]
Take a Tyne Kittiwake home with you!In celebration of Tyne Kittiwake Week, we're hosting two sessions to make your very own wooden hanging Tyne Kittiwake to take home! This activity is suitable for adults as well as kids (most suited to ages 7+), so come along to make your own Geordie Kittiwake, and discover a few […]
KIELDER’S HIDDEN WILD SIDEHidden in Kielder’s beautiful landscape of forest and water, spectacular wildlifecan be discovered. Join Wild Intrigue to explore the wild side of Kielder at Bakethin Nature Reserveon a short walking safari. In summer, Kielder is home to an incredible diversity ofwoodland and freshwater birds, from Crossbill, Willow Warbler and Jay, to Dipper, Kingfisher and the magnificent Osprey. Below […]