The Harehope Quarry Project offers environmental education, field studies, rural skills training, community development, and community arts based from a limestone quarry in the North Pennines.

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Weave a living willow den

06th Mar 2010

10.00am – 3.00pm. This is a fun family event that will make a living willow den in the quarry. There will also be a small willow weaving activity to do so there is something to take home! Refreshments provided but bring a packed lunch. Adult £7.50, Children £5.00, Families £15.00. Booking essential

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