Community invited to help tell the story of Children’s Countryside Day
The Glendale Agricultural Society has announced that a popular event in North Northumberland will return on Thursday, June 4.
And the 2026 Children’s Countryside Day will be the 20th running of the event. It could not go ahead during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Since 2004, it has welcomed thousands of young people to experience the countryside first-hand – offering opportunities to learn about farming, food production, wildlife and rural life.
To celebrate this landmark event, the Glendale Agricultural Society is inviting the community to help tell the story of Children’s Countryside Day through the voices of those who have been part of its journey.
This can include anyone who attended the very first Children’s Countryside Day and has memories or stories to share and former attendees who are now adults, particularly those whose own children may be attending the event for the first time this year.
What began as a small local initiative has grown into a cherished annual event for schools, families, volunteers and agricultural communities.
Sally Brewis, Glendale Agricultural Society’s event manager, said: “Reaching our 20th anniversary is a proud moment and we’d love to celebrate it by sharing the stories that make this event so special.”
The event is entirely funded by donations and sponsorships and only possible with the kind permission of the Davidson Family, who allow the society to use the Showfield in the Wooler area.
This year, a team of volunteers from Glendale and the wider community will again bring their knowledge and expertise along with animals, crafts, interactive displays and some very large machinery.
If you have anything to share, contact Sally – call 01668 283868 or email [email protected]