Lepe Country Park

Summary

Visit type: day visits, self led and ranger led sessions available
Capacity: 15 per ranger (for ranger led sessions)
Age range: pre-school to adults

With stunning views across the Solent, a dynamic coastline and a variety of habitats to study, Lepe Country Park will inspire and enthuse teachers and students of all ages.

Lepe is the ideal place to bring learning to life. This coastal park of shingle shore, cliffs, wildflower meadows, woodland, river and recreation areas is fringed by the North Solent Nature Reserve. In addition there is plenty of historical interest with remains of a major D-day launching point on site. The wide range of habitats are ideal for exploring and observing nature at first hand, for example learning about identification and adaptation of organisms and how they inter-relate in food chains and webs.

Geographical detective and mapping skills can be honed as students  investigate the coastal features and how people interact with them. Sensory and  artistic activities involve colours, sounds and touches, incorporating weaving, sculpture, music and poetry. For tutored sessions school staff are encouraged to attend a pre-visit meeting to discuss learning objectives to tailor sessions to your student’s needs. We are also happy to advise on risk assessment and risk management aspects of your visit or to hire out field equipment to facilitate your self tutored activities.

Contact:
Site manager
T: 023 8089 9108
W: www3.hants.gov.uk/countryside

Lepe Country Park
Exbury
Southampton
Hampshire
SO45 1AD