# Event Details - **Event Name**: Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 12:30 pm – Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join Tom Darron to learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS) at Woolsington Parish Ponds.About this EventAbout this eventEver wondered how bird surveys are carried out, or wanted to improve your bird identification skills? Join NSHN volunteer Tom Darron for a WeBS (Wetland Bird Survey) walk around the Woolsington Parish Ponds.This national survey helps monitor the health of our wetland bird populations across the UK. During the visit, you’ll learn how a WeBS count is done, get tips on identifying common wetland species, and have the chance to contribute to real conservation science.Please bring binoculars if you have them, weather suitable clothing and sturdy footwear, and perhaps snacks/a flask of something warm to drink!Please note - this event can't go ahead in heavy rain. If it needs to be rescheduled you will be notified as soon as possible.Essential InformationEvent lead: Tom DarronEvent length: 1 session, Sunday 7 December, 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm (approx)Event structure: Informal walkLevel: Beginner/EnthusiastMeet at: Woolsington Parish Pond (Lily Pond), Woolsington, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NZ 19165 69726, W3W: ///riots.fishery.runner.Please ignore the automatic location given by Eventbrite. Find a grid reference: Map with different options for getting there included below.Parking available at:Cowell's Garden Centre in Woolsington then follow footpath that takes you over A696 bridge - this route is marked B on map belowThere is also limited parking on A696 layby marked D on map (please be aware this layby can fill up fast as it is also used by taxis waiting for airport pickup).Event cost: Free to allAbout The Ouse Burn Way ProjectMade possible by the Reece Foundation, The Ouse Burn Way offers free, enjoyable events that encourage people of all ages to connect with nature. From exploring local wildlife to discovering the hidden gems in your community, these activities are a great way to experience the natural world in Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you spot in your own neighbourhood? Come along and join us for some outdoor fun, and start noticing the wildlife around you. For more information about the project, please click here. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/87990f40-c3d9-11f0-ab9d-57db16936497-rimg-w883-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/87ca3160-c3d9-11f0-a83f-d3d17d35712f-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/wildlife-recording-learn-how-to-do-a-wetland-bird-survey/100001969305786620 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Woolsington Parish Ponds (Lily Pond) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Newcastle upon Tyne - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Woolsington Parish Ponds (Lily Pond) - **lat**: 55.0216801 - **long**: -1.7015715 - **full address**: Woolsington Parish Ponds (Lily Pond), Woolsington Parish Ponds, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/78f76397ebeed0f4244b54341d8f1df9c2a85b146dca164ea0402d579925e7cc-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc0925d-gmir.jpg?v=1766923773 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey being held? - **A:** Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey takes place on Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 12:30 pm to Sun, 07 Dec, 2025 at 02:30 pm at Woolsington Parish Ponds (Lily Pond), Woolsington Parish Ponds, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey? - **A:** Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey is organized by NHSN Events. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Wildlife Recording: Learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/78f76397ebeed0f4244b54341d8f1df9c2a85b146dca164ea0402d579925e7cc-rimg-w1200-h675-dcc0925d-gmir.jpg?v=1766923773", "startDate": "2025-12-07", "endDate": "2025-12-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/wildlife-recording-learn-how-to-do-a-wetland-bird-survey/100001969305786620", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Woolsington Parish Ponds (Lily Pond)", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Woolsington Parish Ponds", "postalCode": "NE5 1NA", "addressLocality": "Newcastle upon Tyne", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "55.0216801", "longitude": "-1.7015715" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join Tom Darron to learn how to do a Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS) at Woolsington Parish Ponds.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "2025-12-07", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/wildlife-recording-learn-how-to-do-a-wetland-bird-survey/100001969305786620" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/SoldOut", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-07", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-07", "url": "https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/wildlife-recording-learn-how-to-do-a-wetland-bird-survey/100001969305786620", "price": 0, "name": "General" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "NHSN Events", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/nhsn-events/22519838", "description": "Founded in 1829, the Natural History Society of Northumbria (NHSN) is one of the oldest natural history societies in the world.  Today, we are a registered charity (no. 526770) that aims to encourage the study and exploration of the natural world in North East England.Each year, NHSN volunteers lead field trips and events across North East England, providing opportunities to experience, enjoy and observe wildlife.EMAIL: nhsn@ncl.ac.uk   PHONE: 0191 208 2790FACEBOOK: naturalhistorynorthumbria   TWITTER: @NEE_NaturalistINSTAGRAM: nee_naturalist" } ] } ] ```