Discover
As a quality badge holder with Learning Outside the Classroom, we aim to involve some form of outdoor learning in each of our sessions, always fun and cleverly disguised of course!
Whether you’re just coming to let off steam or as part of a development programme, our staff can advise on the best activities for your group.
There are 10 important outcomes across three main areas:
>Personal
Health and wellbeing
Personal qualities
Broadened horizons
>Social
Confidence and character
Social and emotional awareness
Environmental awareness
Enjoyment
>Learning
Increased motivation & appetite for learning
Skills for life
Activity skills
Discover Activities
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Orienteering
Using our on-site course, learn how to orientate a map, use compass bearings and grid references to complete the course. Working as a team, navigational skills and communication is crucial!
Minimum age: 7+
Recommended age: 10+
Learning
Social
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Junior Orienteering
Much like its older sibling; junior orienteering introduces little explorers to grid references and compass bearings whilst encouraging teamwork throughout. A small course, especially designed for younger visitors.
Minimum age: 4+
Recommended age: 4+
Learning
Social
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Pond Dipping
Investigate the creatures that live in the Cut. With the guidance of a Hautbois instructor, you’ll learn what equipment you’ll need, how to dip safely, how to identify creatures and fascinating facts about pond life. Only available April – September.
Minimum age: 4+
Recommended age: 4-10 yrs
Learning
Book your visit
To find out more information on pricing, please visit our downloads page. To book your visit, please get in touch.