The Edge

Slimbridge Wetland Centre 7

There is so much you can see and experience during your time with us here at Slimbridge Wetland Centre. Spot birds, mammals and amphibians from wetlands across the world, as well as making time to stop off at some of our new exhibits; Arctic Adventure and the Estuary tower which overlooks the River Severn. Summer 2020 will see our new conservation themed Mission Possible exhibit open alongside the inspiring Living Wetland Theatre and Waterscapes Aviary. As part of any itinerary groups should allow time to watch one of our incredible bird demonstrations, see the otters being fed or hand feed some of our resident birds. Immersive, participative and risk-free experiences of nature are on offer throughout the year and can be enhanced by booking one of our curriculum linked sessions as part of a visit. These hands-on, minds-on workshops offer groups an exciting, real-life experience of nature, worlds apart from anything they can experience in the classroom. One recent visit said: “It was a great day. Lots of hands on experience for the children. The workshop was extremely well structured and catered for the needs of all children. Everything from booking, pre-visit and the actual day was very well organised.” As one of the UK’s leading providers of outdoor education, we know that children learn best through real-life experiences. Our learning team love the work they do and are extremely passionate about engaging learners with the natural world. Come join us for an action packed day of exploration and discovery.

Pricing information From £3.10 per child Website www.learningzone.wwt.org.uk/our-wetlandcentres/slimbridge Opening times 9.30am – 5pm (Nov–Mar), 9.30am – 5.30pm (Apr–Oct) Education booking contact name WWT Slimbridge Learning team Telephone 01453 891117 Education booking contact email education.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk Address WWT Slimbridge, Bowditch, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT

Leap of Faith 8

Our adventure centre is set within the beautiful Wild Place Project, where we offer team games, bush craft, orienteering and our high ropes course and loads of other activities. We offer half or a full days of exciting entertainment and learning alongside wildlife at the Wild Place Project. We can adjust our activities to suit your pupils’ ages and learning objectives. From small groups to a whole school we can give your children an amazing experience (age 6+). All our activities are overseen by our highly trained team of instructors. We build bespoke packages of activities which would give your students the chance to interact, bond and gain confidence in a fun and exciting environment. Our activities can also tie-in to Key Stage Learning objectives.

Stowford Manor Farm 10

Stowford Manor Farm is a family owned and run working farm set around historic 15th century medieval buildings. The mixed-use 250 acre farm is set in the beautiful Frome Valley, and is host to environmentally and historically diverse and important sites. These include land used for arable and livestock production, wildflower meadows, ancient woodland, hedgerows and an archeologically significant abandoned medieval village. Set on the banks of the beautiful River Frome, which winds its way through the farm, is an award winning campsite and the location of what is believed to be the country’s oldest river swimming club. The site also boasts a lively creative community of arts and craft makers ranging from carpenters to glass-makers and artists. This diversity creates the site rich in opportunities for all educational groups. Stowford Education Centre opened in September 2019. Run by an experienced fully qualified teacher, it acts as a base for groups to explore the farm, with kitchen facilities for cooking together, a lab for science experiments and a projector for classroom learning. Stowford Education Centre welcomes students from nursery up to A-level. Students can come for a farm tour, a curriculum trip, a workshop in cooking, farming, crafts or a residential trip with activities partly organised by us and yourselves. Farm school is also on offer for students who could benefit from being out of the classroom and working on the farm 1 or 2 days a week. We aim to achieve physical and mental wellbeing through being outside and doing physical work.

Pricing information From £9 per child Website www.stowfordeducationcentre.co.uk Opening times By appointment only Education booking contact name Anna Bryant Telephone 01225 752253 Education booking contact email anna@stowfordmanorfarm.co.uk Address Stowford Manor Farm, Wingfield, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 9LH

The Victoria Art Gallery 11

The Victoria Art Gallery is located in the centre of Bath, next to the famous Pulteney Bridge. The displays are on two floors. The permanent collection at the Victoria Art Gallery is free to visit and occupies two rooms on the first floor, whilst the ground floor contains two temporary exhibition spaces (small admission charge applies) which change every couple of months. Should you visit during an exhibition changeover, don’t forget that the displays on the first floor remain open as normal. Art is for everyone, because it helps us see the world in new ways. We provide a range of creative, interactive, fun and accessible activities for all ages. Our learning programme is closely linked to the national curriculum and is designed to encourage an interest in arts and crafts to last a lifetime. The Victoria Art Gallery provides a range of interactive and accessible activities that are fun and you learn about art too!

Over Farm 9

Pricing information From £16.50 Website www.leapoffaith.co.uk Opening times 10am – 5pm Education booking contact email info@leapoffaith.co.uk Telephone 01173 737531 Address Leap of Faith, Wild Placer Project, Blackhorse Hill, Bristol BS10 7TP

We offer a ‘hands on’, interactive tour of the farm led by an experienced teacher. The focus can be on healthy eating, food and farming, or new for 2020, ‘Habitats’. Activities will include: an introduction to the farm in the cowbyre classroom; a tour of the machinery and tractors used to prepare for and harvest the crops; picking, tasting and interacting with the crops that are growing in the fields; interacting with and feeding a selection of farm animals; a visit to the shop with activities if requested and a tractor trailer ride. There is a secure, covered courtyard area for the children to eat lunch. We can accommodate up to 60 children per day from playgroup through Primary to Secondary. We operate from March to November. Monday to Thursday term time only.

Pricing information From £48 per group Website www.victoriagal.org.uk Opening times 10.30am - 5pm Education booking contact name Group Sales office Telephone 01225 477785 Education booking contact email heritage_learning@bathnes.gov.uk Address Victoria Art Gallery,by Pulteney Bridge, Bath BA2 4AT

The Fashion Museum 12

The Fashion Museum Bath holds a world-class collection of contemporary and historic dress and is housed in the magnificent Assembly Rooms. Information on admission charges, opening times, how to find us and facilities for families are included here. Your Fashion Museum ticket includes an audioguide in one of twelve languages and a 30 minute Highlights Tour at 12.00 and 16.00 (March – October) and 12.00 and 15.00 (November – February) of our A History of Fashion in 100 Objects exhibition. (Tours run most days, subject to staff availability). A visit to the Fashion Museum often inspires a lifelong interest in textiles and creative crafting. Our learning activities are closely linked to the national curriculum. We have a range of fun, interactive and accessible ways to learn. We offer a range of visit options, from a teaching session to a self-guided visit. Our sessions cater for young people who are developing an interest in fashion and textiles.

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Disabled toilet. Wheelchair lift. Ground floor learning space. Audio guides. Disabled toilets. Manual wheelchair hire available. Majority of paths flat and tarmacked. Wheelchair accessible restaurants and shops. Queue Assist Policy. Registered assistance dogs allowed. Accessible toilets. Three wheelchairs available for use (first come first served basis). Ground floor access only for wheelchair users. Wheelchair available for use. Lift access to upper floors. Ramp to Evacuation Carriage. Accessible toilets – not disabled toilets. Off road wheelchairs required for the fields. Small transport can be provided for individuals to and from points. Fully accessible. Accessible toilets on every floor. People with disabilities or specific learning difficulties and additional support needs welcomed. Guide dogs allowed. Disabled toilets. Tarmacked main routes, compacted gravel minor routes. Wheelchair accessible. Electric scooter and manual wheelchair available (advance booking recommended). Guide dogs allowed by prior arrangement. Check directly with Leap of Faith. Disabled toilet. Animals and shop wheelchair accessible. Limited accessibility to fields. As a working farm it is advised to visit in advance to check on accessibility needs.

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Ramped entrance. Wheelchair lift. Accessible toilet. Activities for disabled groups. Regular talks/handling sessions for visually impaired people. A sign language interpreter can be arranged. Wheelchair available for use. Lift from ground floor to lower ground floor. Emergency exit ramp. Accessible toilet. Hearing aid compatible audioguides.