Schools

Education, Learning and Events

The Greensand Trust has a dedicated education team working to develop and deliver a range of educational and awareness-raising projects.

We work with schools, youth groups, uniformed organisations, play groups and adult groups.

A number of interactive, curriculum-linked education programmes are available along with fun nature walks and activities for a range of ages. Programmes include Tales for Tots, Sensational Seasons, Map Skills and Habitat Explorers.

The Greensand Trust has a wealth of local knowledge to offer and encourages interaction with different green spaces and outdoor learning opportunities.

Resources

Here are a number of free educational resources we have produced to support some of our programmes and projects - please feel free to download. Read more

Youth Ranger Project

Our Youth Ranger schemes are volunteering opportunities specifically for young people aged between 13 and 18 years old. It’s an excellent way to take an active role in wildlife conservation and habitat management, develop a range of new skills and gain practical experience alongside a team of like-minded and enthusiastic people. Read more

Play and Natural Play

We believe in using the natural outdoor environment to stimulate the imagination and encourage children and young people to use creative play to understand and appreciate our natural surroundings. Read more

Our Key Stage programmes

We offer a range of Key Stage programmes aimed at engaging young people with their environment. Read more

Activities for schools and groups

Our dedicated education team works with local schools and groups to develop and deliver a range of educational activities and events encouraging all ages to discover our environment in many different ways. Read more

Education Visits Terms & Conditions

When booking a Greensand Education visit or service you'll need to agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions. Read more

Book a visit

Full and half day packages are available and can be tailored to your group requirements. We do not charge for accompanying adults but minimum charges may apply to small groups. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. Read more

Educational visit venues

We work along The Greensand Ridge and have access to a range of habitats, different sites and facilities or we may be able to come to you. Read more

Pond dipping in Maulden Wood

Volunteers have installed a pond dipping platform in Maulden Woods, which gives us access to study a different habitat. Read more

Latest

Forest Bathing

Reconnect with Nature – Free Forest Bathing Session. Immerse yourself in the woods and tune into your senses. Forest Bathing allows us to reconnect with nature and ourselves, giving us a mental and physical boost. Free to attend in return for feedback after the event - booking required.

Heathland restoration and woodland management works at Rushmere Country Park

Visitors may have noticed that a number of trees have been felled within Rushmere Country Park as part of our ongoing conservation work in line with the site’s conservation management plan. The Rushmere site was previously managed as a commercial woodland, which makes relatively poor wildlife habitat unless it is managed appropriately.

Woodland Fairy Fun 2019

** Ages 6-12 ONLY** Kicking off Christmas at Rushmere, join us for a fun, fairy-themed craft event for children with an outdoor walk and story encouraging them to return and explore our festive fairy trail. Children will make a selection of seasonal items before going out to explore the trail - will we meet our festive fairies?

Fund set up in memory of co-founder

The Greensand Trust has set up a fund dedicated to the memory of our co-founder Richard Woolnough to celebrate his life and work and enable his work to continue for the benefit of the Greensand Area and its communities.

Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits. Come and view herons nesting in Spring from our outdoor café terrace, discover fairy doors and the Giant’s Chair along our Sculpture Trail, walk the dog, bring your bike – we’ve something for everyone.

About Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits. **Winter opening hours 8.30am - 5pm daily until end of March 2020**

Tree Tops Cafe

Come and enjoy refreshments from local suppliers of quality produce at the Tree Tops Cafe with stunning views over Heron Valley. Open daily from 10am - 4pm.

Greensand Ridge map

Our area is full of great places to visit and things to do and see. Whether you would like to try mountain biking or just want to walk the dog you'll find it all here.

Parking Pass

Sculpture Trail

Ideal for families all year round is our very popular Sculpture Trail, an access for all path accessed from the car park outside the Visitor Centre. Find the fairy doors, play on our wooden sculptures and – a real must – have a photo taken in the Giant’s Chair!