Get involved

There are lots of ways to get involved in the Tyne Derwent Way. You can register as one of our volunteers or, if you prefer, you can join in one of our 'turn up and do' events. 

Join our volunteer team

Registering as one of our volunteers is quick and easy.  For an initial, informal chat please contact Stewart, our Volunteer Manager, by email: stewart.turnbull@nationaltrust.org.uk

Turn up and do - Working with a nature positive focus

Join our Saturday Green Team as a regular volunteer or just join in when you can.  Working in partnership with Wild Intrigue, our aim is to offer more than just litter-picks, although these are super important. We also offer activities such as nature positive maintenance of pathways and hedges along the way, tree planting and installing bird boxes.

What we do is guided by the seasons so our activities will change throughout the year.  It's a great way to spend time outdoors, enjoy light exercise, and to meet others who, like you, are eager to make a positive impact on Gateshead's green spaces. Just turn up and let's make a difference together!  

Each session focuses on a different area, and we usually meet on the third Saturday of each month, from 9:45am for a 10 o'clock start and finish by 12 noon! However, this can change so, please check our website and social media channels to find out the details for each meeting.  We've got you covered with tools and PPE.

Next Green Team activity

Saturday 19 July 

Our session on this date will be to record the grassland species that have arrived in the graveyard at St Mary's Heritage Centre.  The session will be led by the always amazing Wild Intrigue Plus, following immediately after the session, we will be joining our Community Steering Group for lunch.  This is an opportunity for the 2 volunteer teams to come together, meet each other and share what they do in support of the Tyne Derwent Way.  Unlike most Green Team activities where you can just turn up, you will need to let us know if you are planning to join us for this one as places are limited.

• Meet at: St Mary's Heritage Centre. What 3 Words ref: ///suffice.aims.losses Google Maps Ref: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n1JwnG2kRKWGYGs57?g_st=am 
• Time: 10am - 12 noon

To register your place or for more information, please email our volunteer manager: stewart.turnbull@nationaltrust.org.uk

Current volunteering opportunities

• Volunteer Steward Dunston Staiths

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