PARTIAL PLANT LIST FOR CARRS FARM – Positive indicators
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Environmental ActivitiesThe farm has used traditional farming methods for three generations, and still continues to do so. This has lead us to being accredited with high level entry scheme status and to become fully organic. The farm has a small close herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle to be able to produce our own organic beef. We are working closely with organisations such as HAMSTERLEY FOREST, AONB, the RSPB, the WILDLIFE TRUST, BEAMISH MUSEUM, Duke of Edinburgh Awards, BTCV, etc. The farm provides field studies and is preparing a comprehensive educational package for all ages and levels. The activities available include stone walling, woodland management and species monitoring. Other species lists are available in the what our farm has to offer Other areas of environmental interest nearby
Distance :5 miles
The Harehope Quarry Project
http://www.harehopequarry.org.uk/ The Harehope Quarry Project can deliver environmental education, field studies, education for sustainable development, community development and community arts. The quarry provides a unique environment for study as well as a place to relax, volunteer or a venue with a difference to hold meetings. A full programme of educational activities is available as well a programme of community events.
Distance :4 miles
Hamsterley Forest2000 hectares of mixed woodland lying between the Wear and Tees valleys on the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hamsterley is a delightful oasis of broadleaved and coniferous woodland, sprawling along the sides of a sheltered valley. Visitors to Hamsterley have no shortage of options when it comes to activities. With waymarked walks, cycle routes and horse riding trails, all levels of fitness and ability are catered for. Follow all that exercise with a snack or slice of lovely homemade cake in our tearoom and a browse around the gift shop and visitor centre.There is also a playpark which is now open. Durham Wildlife TrustDurham Wildlife Trust's purpose is to protect wildlife and promote nature conservation in County Durham, the City of Sunderland and the Boroughs of Gateshead, South Tyneside and Darlington. We are one of the most active environmental organisations in the region, managing 25 Nature Reserves, a variety of species and habitat recovery projects and four Visitor Centres. We also manage an extensive environmental education programme that aims to engage schools, community groups, whole communities and individuals in issues around nature conservation and the wider environment.
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Pictures: by permission of the North Pennines AONB