Natural History Society of Northumbria
North East nature needs people committed to protecting and understanding it.
NHSN is a community of people connected by a shared interest in the natural world.
Get involved today and join a community of over 2,800 members passionate about local nature.
What’s On
From family events and nature walks to courses, talks and volunteering, there are lots of ways to get involved with NHSN. Explore the latest opportunities below.

NHSN Talks
Your NHSN Talks and early-career 1829 Talks are back with a brand new programme!
Join us in Newcastle University’s Curtis Auditorium each Monday from 6.00pm for talks on ponds, photography, dragonflies and lots more.
All are welcome. Please see below for the programme.
Conservation Volunteering
Keen to get your hands dirty for local nature?
Join us on the final Saturday of each month between October and March for a morning of conservation volunteering at Gosforth Nature Reserve. Tasks include habitat management, tree planting and scrub clearance.
All are welcome. The next sessions will be held on 22 Feb and 29 March, 10am-1pm.

Gosforth Nature Reserve
Established in 1924, Gosforth Nature Reserve is the oldest nature reserve in North East England. Why not pay a visit to enjoy a relaxing walk among the trees and discover the wealth of wildlife thriving in the heart of urban Newcastle?

A Haven for People & Nature
Established in 1924, Gosforth Nature Reserve is the oldest nature reserve in North East England.
A haven for wildlife, the reserve is nationally important for its rare wildlife and plants, many of which you won’t encounter anywhere else in the city.
With quiet woodland trails and stunning wetland views, it is the perfect place to relax, unwind and experience the joys of the natural world.
Plan Your Visit
The reserve is open for you and your family to enjoy year-round.
To visit, join NHSN today or purchase a Visitor Pass to experience the sights and sounds of nature through a range of hides, boardwalks and scenic trails.
To plan your next visit and experience the wonder of Gosforth Nature Reserve, please see the visitor information below.

Noticing Nature Near You
Did you know that you can help protect nature simply by sharing what you see? Wherever you are in the North East, you can help monitor and protect wildlife by taking part in citizen science projects across the region.