Dusk Beaver Safari
2024-06-20 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-06-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-06-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-04 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-18 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-07-19 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London) and 3 more dates | National Trust Wallington, B6342, near Morpeth, NE61 4AR
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 have been restored in Northumberland.

The Wallington Beavers live in an ever-changing wetland crafted by their own engineering. 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 phrase “Busy as a Beaver” comes to life when watching these industrious animals. Responding to the behaviour of water each night, Beavers adapt dams, dig channels, and undertake essential maintenance.

Wetland engineering is hungry work, and any respectable builder enjoys plenty of breaks to socialise. So amongst the hard work, beavers spend a good amount of time feeding and spending time with their family members.

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 now 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, Badgers 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 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.

Beaver Enclosure Safari
2024-07-11 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-07-20 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-07-26 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-07-27 10:30 - 12:30
EXPLORE NORTHUMBERLAND’S BEAVER ENCLOSURE

We are delighted to partner with the National Trust to offer a brand-new Beaver Enclosure Safari for 2024, to share the incredible architecture and engineering developed by this beaver family.

Wild Intrigue guides will share knowledge and experience as beaver ecologists while you explore this dynamic wetland habitat, offering you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the ecology and intrigue of beavers in this beautiful corner of Northumberland.

You will see and learn about a range of beaver activities such as sculpture-like gnawed tree stumps, fresh coppice shoots, masterfully dug channels and the beavers’ famous dams. Beaver features such as these are complex and ever-changing, making beaver wetlands one of the most exciting habitats to explore. With more water held back, freshwater life such as dragonflies, waterfowl and amphibians thrive – alongside many unexpected surprises, such as butterflies feeding on sugar-rich sap on gnawed trees.

Beavers are nocturnal mammals, so viewing the animals themselves is highly unlikely on Beaver Enclosure Safaris, however the magic of this species lies in their incredible ecosystem engineering. We are hosting a small number of Dusk Beaver Safaris in Summer 2024 to watch the Beavers and enjoy the tranquility of the Beaver wetland, find out more here.

This dynamism makes our Beaver Enclosure Safaris at NT Wallington one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in the Wild Intrigue collection, to witness the impacts this Keystone Species can have on other plants, animals and even the behaviour of water.

Beavers continuously upgrade their wetland habitats, and respond quickly to changes in waterflow, food availability and family relationships. This means that each Beaver Enclosure Safari will be truly unique, and itineraries will be flexible to accommodate busy beaver activities, as well as the array of other wildlife in the area.

Wild Intrigue has led community engagement for a number of beaver restoration projects in northern England and Scotland, and has shared intrigue and knowledge of beavers through guided beaver experiences, talks and events. We are delighted to now have the opportunity to share insights from our experience in Britain and Europe in our home county of Northumberland, in partnership with National Trust Wallington.

For more information please visit the main Mini-Exped page.

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.

Beaver Enclosure Safari
2024-08-03 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-16 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-22 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-08-29 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-30 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-31 10:30 - 12:30
EXPLORE NORTHUMBERLAND’S BEAVER ENCLOSURE

We are delighted to partner with the National Trust to offer a brand-new Beaver Enclosure Safari for 2024, to share the incredible architecture and engineering developed by this beaver family.

Wild Intrigue guides will share knowledge and experience as beaver ecologists while you explore this dynamic wetland habitat, offering you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the ecology and intrigue of beavers in this beautiful corner of Northumberland.

You will see and learn about a range of beaver activities such as sculpture-like gnawed tree stumps, fresh coppice shoots, masterfully dug channels and the beavers’ famous dams. Beaver features such as these are complex and ever-changing, making beaver wetlands one of the most exciting habitats to explore. With more water held back, freshwater life such as dragonflies, waterfowl and amphibians thrive – alongside many unexpected surprises, such as butterflies feeding on sugar-rich sap on gnawed trees.

Beavers are nocturnal mammals, so viewing the animals themselves is highly unlikely on Beaver Enclosure Safaris, however the magic of this species lies in their incredible ecosystem engineering. We are hosting a small number of Dusk Beaver Safaris in Summer 2024 to watch the Beavers and enjoy the tranquility of the Beaver wetland, find out more here.

This dynamism makes our Beaver Enclosure Safaris at NT Wallington one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in the Wild Intrigue collection, to witness the impacts this Keystone Species can have on other plants, animals and even the behaviour of water.

Beavers continuously upgrade their wetland habitats, and respond quickly to changes in waterflow, food availability and family relationships. This means that each Beaver Enclosure Safari will be truly unique, and itineraries will be flexible to accommodate busy beaver activities, as well as the array of other wildlife in the area.

Wild Intrigue has led community engagement for a number of beaver restoration projects in northern England and Scotland, and has shared intrigue and knowledge of beavers through guided beaver experiences, talks and events. We are delighted to now have the opportunity to share insights from our experience in Britain and Europe in our home county of Northumberland, in partnership with National Trust Wallington.

For more information please visit the main Mini-Exped page.

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 5321ha estate.

Beaver Enclosure Safari
2024-10-25 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-11-15 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-12-20 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-01-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-01-24 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-01-31 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-15 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-27 10:30 - 12:30
EXPLORE NORTHUMBERLAND’S BEAVER ENCLOSURE

In partnership with National Trust Wallington, we are thrilled to host Beaver Enclosure Safaris, showcasing the remarkable architectural and engineering achievements of these dynamic mammals, which were introduced to the estate in July 2023.

Wild Intrigue guides will share their knowledge and firsthand experience as beaver ecologists whilst you explore this dynamic wetland habitat. This unique opportunity will immerse you in the fascinating ecology and intrigue of beavers in the beautiful Northumberland countryside.

You’ll witness and learn about a range of captivating beaver activities, such as sculpture-like gnawed tree stumps, masterfully dug channels and impressive dams. These complex, ever-changing beaver features make this wetland one of the most exciting habitats to explore. With more water held back in the landscape, thriving freshwater life – from wetland birds and fish, to unexpected surprises like insects feeding on sugar-rich sap – offers different encounters on every safari.

While the nocturnal beavers themselves are highly unlikely to be seen on Beaver Enclosure Safaris, the magic lies in seeing and understanding their incredible ecosystem engineering. Our Dusk Beaver Safaris will return in early Summer 2025 to watch the beavers and experience the tranquility of their wetland habitat – find out more here.

Our Beaver Enclosure Safaris at NT Wallington are among the most exciting wildlife experiences in the Wild Intrigue collection, as you witness the profound impact this keystone species has on the surrounding plants, animals, and even the behaviour of water itself.

Beavers continuously upgrade their wetland habitats, quickly adapting to changes in water flow, food availability, and family dynamics. This means each Beaver Enclosure Safari will be truly unique, with flexible itineraries to accommodate the busy beavers and abundant other wildlife.

Wild Intrigue had previously undertaken community engagement for a number of beaver restoration projects in northern England and Scotland. We are thrilled to now to share our expertise and insights from Britain and Europe in our home county of Northumberland, in partnership with National Trust Wallington.

In the summer of 2024, Wild Intrigue hosted 50 immersive beaver experiences at the Wallington Beaver Enclosure. We’re excited to continue sharing the evolving landscape and seasonal changes of the Wallington beaver wetland.

PLEASE NOTE

– The beaver enclosure features rugged, uneven terrain, including some hilly areas that guests must navigate. The walking safari moves at a leisurely pace, allowing guests to fully experience the diverse wetland environment. If you have any questions about accessibility within the enclosure, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

– The Beaver Enclosure is not located in the main NT Wallington visitor hub, as detailed on the map. It is approximately a 10 minute drive north. The exact meeting point with directions will be shared upon booking.

– Pre-booking is essential. Beaver Enclosure Safaris are only suitable for ages 16+.

– Ticket holders can enjoy complimentary same-day access to the National Trust Wallington estate!

For more information please visit the main Mini-Exped page.

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 5321ha estate.
