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By Josh Taylor
The Countryside Education Trust is running a series of workshops throughout 2026 covering a variety of themes such as self-sufficiency, horticulture, woodland skills, ornithology, wildlife ID and smallholding. Thanks to the YouCAN access grant, we are able to offer a free place for a young person aged 18-30 on any of the courses running between … Continued
By Josh Taylor
Paultons Park was nominated for the best Education Workshop in 2024 by the readers of School Travel Magazine due to the quality of sessions; all run by qualified teachers. Popular sessions include rollercoaster forces, ride programming and theme park creator. All sessions are carefully matched to the National Curriculum and make strong links with the … Continued
By Josh Taylor
Operating since the early 1970s the site spans over 14 acres and caters for up 350 people on fully equipped campsites. The centre also boasts a 46-bed bunkhouse facility and the Enda Ryan poppy pod village which can accommodate up to 80 people. Not only offering a place to rest your head, Tile Barn provides … Continued
By Josh Taylor
Do you love the natural world and want to share it with others? Are you keen to share new ways for people to engage with nature? Cameron’s Cottage is an outdoor nature education centre for children and young people, based at RSPB Franchises Lodge on the edge of the New Forest. We are looking for … Continued
By Josh Taylor
The coastal guided birdwatching walks are intended for anyone who loves spending time on the coast: you don’t need to know anything about birds. Families and children are always welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult). Bring binoculars if you have them, but don’t worry if you don’t, we can supply a few … Continued
By Josh Taylor
We actively encourage links with local schools and colleges, and regard quality work experience placements as an important aspect of our community partnership work. Each summer we welcome students from local schools for placements lasting for one week. These places are limited and highly popular so please apply early. Please note we sometimes have opportunities … Continued
By Josh Taylor
We know that young people are passionate about the New Forest; they are its future custodians and are the generation that will be most impacted by decisions that are made today. The New Forest National Park Authority and partner organisations are committed to involving them and actioning their views on key New Forest issues. The … Continued
By Josh Taylor
New Forest Junior Rangers is an opportunity for those aged 11 to 18 years old interested in conservation, sustainability and the natural world to make a difference in the New Forest National Park. They work alongside the New Forest National Park Authority engagement team to help look after the New Forest and take part in … Continued
