Spring flowers have sprung up at St Mary's! As well as the crocuses, daffodils and hyacinths, we've spotted the first signs of the yellow rattle we sowed when we were creating the wildflower meadow in the graveyard. 💛 #TyneDerwentWay #Spring @gatesheadcouncil.bsky.social @twbpt.bsky.social

Stewart was talking about our Greening the Gaps project, happening today, tomorrow and Sunday on Colliery Road, Dunston. Join us and help to create a wildflower meadow! Wild Intrigue are there from 10am to 3pm today, back tomorrow from 1pm to 4pm, and then it's seeding day on Sunday, 10am to 11am.

Did you hear our very own Stewart Turnbull on BBC Radio Newcastle's Garden Mania last Sunday? Don't worry if you missed him, because you can listen here, between 3.18.16 – 3.21.31: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #TyneDerwentWay

The second part of the project is the work our volunteers are doing on two raised beds in Dunston, which will also be full of wildflowers in the summer.

A brand new event coming up this month! Cycle and bird-watch the whole Tyne Derwent Way with Cain from Wild Intrigue, on an e-bike from Bike Dr Dave's fleet. Saturday 28 March, 10am-12pm, from Tyne Derwent Way at Dunston Staiths. Free but please book: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/36750

There's always lots happening on the Tyne Derwent Way. Keep up with everything that's going on by subscribing to our monthly email newsletter. It's quick and easy to subscribe. You can read all our back issues too! www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3669... #TyneDerwentWay

Six years ago, his principles were entirely different.

Look out for our team this Wednesday at Gibside, 10–12, and Baltic, 2–4, with our shiny yellow pop-up bench. Stop and have a chat about the places you love on the Tyne Derwent Way! It's for our 'Do You Come Here Often?' local culture project. #TyneDerwentWay #Gateshead #Gatesheadculture

Well deserved! Many congratulations. 💚

Volunteer opportunity! Join us at the Tyne Derwent Way at Dunston Staiths Space and be part of a friendly team delivering free weekly family arts and crafts sessions. Thursdays 3–5pm (Volunteer shift approx 2:30–5:30pm, flexible commitment). Interested? Email: [email protected]

Come along and join us at St Mary's Heritage Centre tomorrow for your lunchtime fix of green space, being outside in nature and doing some light volunteering. Join in for as little or as long as you like. Full details in the post below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

How has exploring the Derwent riverside with artists changed the way children, families and local creatives connect with the landscape and with each other? Find out with creative producer Elizabeth Kane in this new story on our website: tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3662... #TyneDerwentWay

Discover bridges, sculptures, the mighty River Tyne, and two of Gateshead's most stunning landmarks with Kath on her guided walk from St Mary's Heritage Centre to Dunston Staiths next Weds, 18 February, 10am-12pm. Meet outside St Mary's. Free but please book: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3462...

We have a new exhibition at the Staiths Space! Read all about it, including opening dates and times, and special events and activities to enjoy on your visit: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3656... #TyneDerwentWay #Gateshead #GatesheadWhatsOn

Great to see Gateshead being recognised as one of Britain's top towns by Chris Moss at @telegraph.co.uk, with a mention for the Tyne Derwent Way. Read more in @thenorthernecho.bsky.social www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2584241... #TyneDerwentWay #Gateshead

This cause is close to my heart - please sign: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/re...

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Volunteers wanted for a roaming neon pop-up along the Tyne Derwent Way. Hot chocolate. A listening ear. Beautiful places. Lovely conversations. Join us this February, March & April to help welcome people and collect their memories. More info: 📩 [email protected] #TyneDerwentWay

CRASSH is inviting scholars from the Global South to apply for funded Visiting Fellowships in Cambridge in Spring 2027 The fellowship theme is 'Enslavement: histories, legacies and afterlives' ⏳ Apply by 16 Feb 2026 www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/global-south-fellowships

I just signed the campaign calling to save our swifts, by calling for the UK Government to follow Scotland's lead and make it the law for all new houses to be built with "swift bricks" - safe places for these birds to nest. Will you join me? 38d.gs/sb_ps_ot

Our Green Team volunteers do an incredible job of improving urban habitats for wildlife. On Saturday they removed invasive laurel from woodland near Dunston Staiths and took part in the @rspb.bsky.social #biggardenbirdwatch spotting 12 species. Get involved: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/2736...

Keelmen’s Hospital set for new era after multi-million-pound heritage grant open.substack.com/pub/cultured...

Our first Green Team volunteering session of the year is on Saturday, 24 January, 10am to 12.30pm. We'll be doing some practical grassland management work, removing invasive species by the River Team, and joining in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch. More info: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/2736...

We're proud of Gateshead and Newcastle's bridges but how much do we know about them? Join Tony to discover the fascinating history of 7 bridges, starting and ending at St Mary's Heritage Centre. Weds 14 January, 11am-12.30pm. Tickets, priced up to £12, from: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3514...

Imperialism (noun): a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonisation, use of military force, or other means. It's clear what Trump is doing. Yet our Labour government refuse to defend international law and condemn the illegal actions of a rogue state.

#BirdOfTheDay #Grounded these shots of Lapwing taken from October '25 on The River Tyne, Gateshead side, part of the Tyne Derwent Way. #TyneDerwentWay #RiverTyne #Gateshead #Nature

Essential viewing! Take 10 mins with your morning tea or coffee to watch the industrial heritage of Dunston Staiths brought to life in this fascinating new short film by Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen and Peter Roberts. Read more and watch the film: www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3583... #TyneDerwentWay

Interested in how things are going on the the Tyne Derwent Way? Read this new evaluation by @wavehilluk.bsky.social www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3567... @gatesheadcouncil.bsky.social @nationaltrust.org.uk @northumbriauni.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social @twbpt.bsky.social #TyneDerwentWay

A full moon over Newcastle this morning. December's full Moon is known as the Cold Moon, a nickname that reflects how this is the first full Moon of winter, rising during the darkest, coldest period of the year

Millions of us are still struggling to access affordable NHS dental care. I’ve signed 38 Degrees’ petition demanding Keir Starmer properly funds NHS dentistry now, will you join me? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/fu...

The dead cat 🐈🪦 The tactic of throwing something so shocking on the table and everyone stops talking about what really matters. Farage has made it his every day. While we fight each other, the rich cash in. Read more: open-britain.co.uk/blog/the-art-of-political-distraction

If you’re passing Dunston Staiths, these colourful Staiths Stories boards might catch your eye. Scan the QR code and you’ll hear two amazing stories created by children from St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, who took part in the Riverside Routes initiative. Read more: lnkd.in/e3gBwnQ9

Politics isn't working. It's time to call time on the broken culture in Westminster and have a fresh start with a fair voting system. Add your name to @electoralreform.bsky.social‬'s call to #MakeSeatsMatchVotes action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/3782/pe...

A stroke can happen at any age. Here’s what to look for – and why every second matters.

So Lib Dems and Greens between them higher in opinion polls than Reform, many more MPs and councillors, more votes in last elections. Yet between them get much lighter coverage. Wonder why?

I'd actually forgotten how extraordinary it is that when I won the leadership - I wasn't interviewed as it was too close to our party conference interviewed. And then refused a second time! Part of the antidote to all of this is creating our own media platforms. Hey @boldpolitics.bsky.social 👋🏼

She was arrested for holding a sign reading: “I do not support the proscription of Palestine Action” How that would warrant arrest is very unclear. I wonder if the police here even understand the boundaries of the bizarre law they’ve been forced to enforce.

What has the ECHR ever done for us? Quite a lot actually, and we wrote it too.

Discover five simple ways to help hedgehogs this autumn 🍂 If you have already spotted a hedgehog this September, please let us know by taking our quick survey and registering your sighting on our interactive map 🦔🗺️ Find out more at www.durhamwt.com/hedgehog-sur...

I think it's a Wood Ear mushroom? #MushroomMonday #Nature #GatesheadRiversidePark #TyneDerwentWay

Over a million people now seeing and hearing what Nigel Farages constituents really think of him. Keep spreading the word! 👇🏼

Did you hear our fabulous Dunston Staiths Dog Show host Andy speaking to Anna Foster on BBC Radio Newcastle this morning? You can hear it here from around 47:00. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Don't forget, the dog show is THIS SATURDAY, with registration starting at 12.30pm and judging from 2pm.

Since this is apparently a resigning matter, I’ll just leave this here… www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

Those who can channel our anger at 15 years of misrule, who can speak the language of outrage and hope, are the politicians of the moment. They will contribute to what could be, in 2029, the greatest electoral reset in our modern history. This week's column. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Grasslands are incredibly important for wildlife, and play a crucial role in the world around us. Read this fascinating new blog from Mebrat, one of our Green Team volunteers, about our grasslands and how we're caring for them on the Tyne Derwent Way. www.tynederwentway.co.uk/article/3389...

Dunston Staiths Dog Show is back! Tails are already wagging in excitement and anticipation... The show is on 13 September, when you can also enjoy free access to the Staiths at our Heritage Open Day. Follow our event on Facebook for updates, and cast your vote on a new category! fb.me/e/4J9R99XlA

🎉 Amazing to welcome Cllr Trey Campbell-Simon) to the Green Party this week! 🥀 Trey left Labour and joined the Greens to be in a party that actually matches his values. 🙌🏼 Delighted to have his backing to be the next leader of the Green Party.

A little piece about the important work around nature, wildlife, and biodiversity, some of the amazing volunteers I work with have been getting up to #nature #wildlife #biodiversity #volunteering ##TyneDerwentWay #Gateshead #WildIntrigue #Green