Baltic Spring Welcome
Join in with a season of nature-themed events celebrating the return of Baltic’s honeybees and Tyne Kittiwakes, and welcoming Spring in all its glory.
Baltic Spring Welcome
15 March – 13 April 2025
Wed-Sun | See listing for exact dates/times
Celebrate new life and our community at Baltic this Spring. Enjoy four weeks of nature tours, bike rides, workshops and activities which embrace the changes of a new season.
All events are free, click on each event title to find out more information.
In addition to the events listed below, the Tyne Derwent Way team will host a creative pop up session in Front Room (Thu 3 Apr, 12:00-15:00).
Spring Welcome is part of Birds, Bees, Bikes & Trees, a three-year partnership between Baltic, North East Young Dads & Lads (NEYDL) and Newcastle University, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
Tours & Talks
Get closer to nature on a guided tour:
- Honeybees Talks
Find out more about Baltic's resident honeybees. - Guided Bike Rides
Join NEYDL for a local bike tour or drop in to a free bike maintenance workshop. - Down On Your Doorstep Tour
Spot all the nature our local area has to offer. - Kittiwake Talks
Discover more about our popular feathered residents. - Quayside Tour
Enjoy a breath of fresh air and facts about the Quayside. - Wonder & Wander
Bring the bairns for a sensory exploration of our gallery inspired by wildlife.
Workshops
Embrace the new season in a creative workshop:
- Meet & Make
Get creative with the family at a nature themed artist-led workshop. - Bike Skills
Join a family bike skills session. - Creative Climate Club
Meet with a like-minded group to discuss the environment, climate and nature. - Young Producers Workshop
Learn to be more sustainable in this hands-on workshop.
Read More about Birds, Bees, Bikes & Trees
The young dads creating a buzz about climate action on Baltic’s rooftop
Donate to keep Baltic free
As a registered charity, donations to Baltic are crucial as rising costs threaten our ability to
- Keep our exhibitions free entry and accessible to everyone
- Preserve support and opportunities for our communities to thrive
- Maintain our historical and iconic building