School trips
to the farm
Bringing Learning to Life
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With hundreds of animals to see, set in 350 acres of farmland, we've an amazing location for your next school trip!
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Whether you're interested in our curriculum-linked workshops, delivered by our very own team of experts, or hands-on guided visits, we have all the information you need for an inspirational, fun day out at Mrs Dowsons Farm Park.
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Key Information
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Range of curriculum-linked workshops
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Meet our farm animals
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Hands-on activities
Visiting teacher:
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"The trips and activities are well run and the farm experience can't be found anywhere else."
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"Our reception children LOVED their trip to
the farm and
described it
to be the
'best day
ever!'"
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What happens on the day
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A member of our team will meet you on arrival
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You'll have access to the Mrs Dowsons site for the day.
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You'll have a base for your bags and a sheltered space to eat your own lunch.
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The trip will be entirely led by our team, with lots of hands-on activities and workshops.
For more information on example trip timetables, click here.
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Our team experts...​
Amelia Dowson & James Ainsworth our team experts have received recognition for gaining all 9 credits of the Countryside Educational Visits Accreditation Scheme: Educational Route
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Preparing for Farm and Countryside Visits (CAF561) L2 Credit : 3
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Food, Farming & Countryside in the National Curriculum (CAF562) L2 Credit : 3
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Talking to Pupils, Students & Teachers (CAF563) L2 Credit : 3
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Visiting Teacher:
"Their little faces were beaming with joy from the moment that they arrived.
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The children (and adults of course) thoroughly enjoyed listening about, feeding, stroking and handling a variety of your wonderful animals.
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I watched as their confidence grew and eventually every single child engaged happily in all the hands-on activities.
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Useful information for teachers​
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FAQs for school trips
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​Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about our school trips.
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Visiting Safely
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Find out about our safety processes, risk assessments, and public liability insurance.
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Pricing & Availability
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Everything you need to know about prices and paying for your trip
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Book your Pre-visit
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Book your visit and receive 2 complimentary tickets to visit and plan your day
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