Woodland Wonders

About Woodland Wonders

Help the ranger team at Gibside look after the wildlife-rich, eighteenth-century landscape. You’ll be getting hands-on in the 600-acre woodland, tackling a variety of tasks under the canopy of green to make it a haven for both wildlife and people. While working as part of the woodland team, you’ll discover a mix of man-made and natural sights including log bridges, sunken pathways that used to be wagon ways, soaring red kites, carved wooden animals, and spectacular views across the Derwent Valley.
This break will give you an insight into the varied work of a National Trust ranger, including nature conservation, access, presentation and restoration in the historic woodlands at Gibside.
 

About the accommodation

Gibside Stables Bunkhouse is situated on the first floor of Gibside Hall’s restored stable block, a Grade II* listed Georgian stables set in the centre of the Gibside Estate, a mixture of historic park, farmland and woodland. Accommodation is made up of bunk-bedded dormitories, kitchen, living/dining room and male and female showers.

Facilities: washing machine, tumble dryer.

Bedding: mattress and pillow provided.