Friends of Brierdene

A small coastal dene, on the northern edge of Whitley Bay. The site is of local ecological significance and is maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers.

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

Thank you to everyone who came to out first Easter Egg hunt. We loved watching you all have so much fun, and we hope you all had an amazing time 🐣🐰🍫

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

There was a young seal pup on Whitley Bay beach yesterday who was HALF the weight it should be.

If you see a seal on the beach, please call British Divers Marine Life Rescue and one of them will come along as soon as they can. They have a 24-hour rescue hotline: [phone]

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We're always looking for volunteers to help in the Brierdene!

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We are aware that the footpath is blocked by a fallen tree in the lower Dene as a result of storm Babet.

The Council has been informed and should it be cleared early this week. Meanwhile, our volunteers have cleared other sections of the Dene.

[George C. Westwater @george4stmarys]

FRIENDS OF BRIERDENE
Volunteers & friends have been working hard. Wildflower & grass areas have been completely cut back. Cuttings have been removed to car park. They will be loading council skips with grass cuttings for recycling. #whitleybay @FBrierdene

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

It was a busy weekend for us at St Mary’s Island Wildlife Festival on 5/6 August.
We were pleased to see lots of people taking an interest in our display, including holiday makers from as far afield as Japan and Australia 🌏

[Red House Ramble @RedHouseRamble]

RAMBLE TIDY UP
SATURDAY 22 JULY 10:00-12:00
MEET ON PATH BY CASETON CLOSE
ALL WELCOME!

@george4stmarys
@FBrierdene

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We're delighted to announce that the Brierdene Wildlife Site has been awarded the coveted @GreenFlagAward again in 2023, as it is officially recognised as one of the country’s best!

https://t.co/TFQfM00wxc

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

Following our recent leaflet campaign, we now have a record number of Community Members.

Thanks very much to everyone who has responded so far and if you'd like to join them, you can sign up here! https://t.co/Yh9SYn1R9w

[Helen W @northernhells]

@FBrierdene Day #24 #30DaysWild...
Spent the morning at the Brierdene BioBlitz with the award-winning @FBrierdene volunteers and representatives from @ERICNorthEast. As well as all kinds of bugs, minnows and spiders, we came across a Semophore Fly which I understand is a new recording 🎉

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

Saturday 24th June is #BioBlitz Day!

Hope to see lots of you there 🧐🐜🪳🕸️🌿🌾

[George C. Westwater @george4stmarys]

The week is #VolunteersWeek2023 . There are some fantastic volunteer organisations/teams in the ward. Credit to the friends who started their invaluable conservation work in October 2006 Fantastic cause & well done. @FBrierdene #WhitleyBay

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We thought you might be interested in hearing about this @ChrisGPackham.

A wonderful example of how nature can help to forge new friendships and bring people together.

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We're delighted the Ukrainian Community in North Tyneside have planted a special tree today in the Brierdene as a token of gratitude for the kindness and hospitality they have received in the area. The tree is a Viburnum Opulus - Guelder Rose which is the national tree of Ukraine

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

So far our leaflet drop has attracted over 50 new members. We'd love to make it 100 so please go to https://t.co/Yh9SYn1R9w to add to our membership numbers.

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

Pleased as punch with our latest leaflets - coming soon to a letter box near you (if you live in Whitley Bay!)

And if you don't have the fortune of living in Whitley Bay, you can still become a member of Friends of Brierdene😉

https://t.co/Rb2eFp0gDU

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

@george4stmarys Thanks for all your ongoing support George - it's very much appreciated.

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

We're delighted the Ukrainian Community in North Tyneside have planted a special tree today in the Brierdene as a token of gratitude for the kindness and hospitality they have received in the area. The tree is a Viburnum Opulus - Guelder Rose which is the national tree of Ukraine

[George C. Westwater @george4stmarys]

UKRAINIAN PICNIC IN THE DENE.
Friendship tree planted, invited by local Ukrainian community to picnic, containing Ukrainian speciality foods. Opportuntiy to speak with families escaping war from cities including Kiev, Lviv & Zaporizhzhia. Slava Ukraini. @FBrierdene #WhitleyBay

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

The next Friends of Brierdene AGM is being held on Wednesday 26th April at 7.30pm at Whitley Bay Golf Club.

Guest speaker Sal Bennett will be talking about the work of St. Mary's Island Wildlife Conservation Society.

Non members are welcome, but will not be able to vote.

[Friends of Brierdene @FBrierdene]

Pleased as punch with our latest leaflets - coming soon to a letter box near you (if you live in Whitley Bay!)

And if you don't have the fortune of living in Whitley Bay, you can still become a member of Friends of Brierdene😉

https://t.co/Rb2eFp0gDU