A family adventure along the River Tees
Join our park rangers for a FREE family friendly walk along the beautiful River Tees, where you’ll have the chance to spot one of the UK’s most elusive and fascinating creatures – the otter!
Once a rare sight, otters have made a return to the River Tees in recent years, and this guided walk is the perfect way to learn more about their habitat, behaviours and the conservation efforts that have helped them thrive.
This gentle walk is perfect for families with older children, offering a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
What to expect:
- Gentle circular walk along the River Tees starting from the front of the museum
- The walk will last about 1 hour 30 minutes
- During the guided walk, our rangers will share fascinating facts, help you look for tell-tale signs of otter activity and point out other local wildlife.
- Suitable for children aged 8 + due to the length of the walk
What to bring:
- We recommend wearing comfortable and sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing
- Binoculars if you have them (we do have a few pairs that you can borrow)
- Bottle of water (the walk will last about 1hour 30 minutes)
What time does the walk start?
Our Rangers will greet you at the museum entrance where we will start the walk at 10.30am prompt.
Accessibility
Due to the uneven terrain this walk is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
