A place for free range humans
Birkheads Wild is a charity which supports young people in Gateshead and the wider North East to build a better future for themselves – using the outdoors.
What we do
By using the outdoors we help young people to grow in skills and confidence, to think for themselves and become more fulfilled. Our work helps young people to understand themselves better, to feel a sense of belonging, to be healthier, have pride in their own identity and to help them to contribute to wider society.
What we offer
There are 5 main elements to our current work. You can find out more on each by clicking through the sections below.
Alternative Education Provision
A package alternative education provision for young people who thrive in an outdoor setting.
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Do your Duke of Edinburgh Award at Birkheads Wild or bring your group on an expedition here.
Join Our Clubs
We run Forest School After School for under 11's and Young Explorers for 11-14 year olds.
Bring Your Youth Group
We'll design day sessions or overnight camps to suit the needs of your group.
Yurt Hire
Exclusive use of our very own yurt - The Barrow Den - for your meeting or team away day.
Watch us on ITV
On 19th Nov 2025 talking about the difference our Alternative Education Provision makes to young people
Watch us on BBC Look North
On Red Nose Day 2024 Talking about our Girls Only Project funded by Comic Relief and Groundwork
New to Birkheads Wild?
Let Izzy show you round the site and what to expect here.
For an insight into our work. Please follow us on Instagram to see what we get up to.
Funders and Supporters
A huge thank you to our current and recent funders and supporters
ANY QUESTIONS?
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