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Friends of Jesmond Dene

Volunteer group that organises events, conservation work, and community activities in Jesmond Dene. Runs the annual programme of walks, talks, and seasonal celebrations.

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About Friends of Jesmond Dene

The Friends of Jesmond Dene is a volunteer-run charity dedicated to the preservation, enhancement, and promotion of Jesmond Dene and its surroundings. The group works alongside volunteer rangers and the council's rangers on practical conservation, gardening, and site-management tasks, and funds projects to improve the Dene. Volunteer work parties meet outside the Ouseburn Parks Visitor Centre on Red Walk. The charity also arranges talks and other activities and sends members twice-yearly newsletters covering matters of local interest. Household membership is available for a small annual fee. Through conservation work, events, and advocacy, the Friends help maintain the natural and cultural environment of this historic green space for the community.

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