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What we do
Established in 1975, The Countryside Education Trust’s mission is to connect people with the countryside. Forty years ago we were pioneers, but now we are experts! We introduce people to the wonders of the British countryside, rural life and farming. Our expert teaching team tailors national curriculum-based modules to the needs of each school and we have great feedback from our visitors.
Farm Life
We welcome schools all year, with an emphasis on hands-on, outdoor learning. Schools visit for a week, half a week or a day. Residential visitors experience daily life on the farm, collecting eggs from our hens for breakfast, helping with animal feeding and picking their own vegetables from the garden.Wild Life
Based at Home Farm in the New Forest, we also have Treehouses close by in ancient woodland. Blessed by a wonderful position, close to woods, a river, heathland and the sea, we have a variety of habitats on our doorstep and teach a wide range of environmental and bush craft activities.Local Life
Beaulieu village, the historic Palace House and monastery, and the National Motor Museum are all within walking distance. Slightly further afield is Bucklers’ Hard, a historic shipbuilding village, reached by a lovely riverside walk.-
- Schools trips in the forest
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- Pond dipping in the river nearby
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- Bird of prey
The Countryside for Everyone
We run regular playgroups Owlets (0-2), Little Owls (2-4) and Big Owls (4-6). The general public is welcome for family days and we hold a variety of events and courses throughout the year to introduce people to country living, rural crafts and wildlife. Home Farm is perfect for groups of families or friends who want to spend time in the countryside and our Treehouses host truly beautiful weddings.
Upcoming Events
Big and Eagle Owls: Animal Feed
29th November 2025
10:00am
Grab your wellies and join in with the morning animal feeding. The pigs, sheep, goats and many more will be looking forward to seeing you. This session will be mainly outside so please make sure you dress for the weather. This event will be hosted at Home Farm. Please note: Ticket includes one child and an...
Volunteers: Conservation - Hartford wood coppicing
1st December 2025
10:30am
After a visit to Longmead recently; back to our old (ancient even) familiar Hartford wood today to let our regular volunteers have their first go on this year’s coppice. The usual hard work and satisfying development of produce as usual. A reputation for rainy days with this sometimes so come prepared.
Little Owls - Festive Fun
4th December 2025
10:00am
Join us for some festive fun and games! Please note: Ticket includes one child and an accompanying adult, and we’re unable to accommodate non-participating siblings. We need supervising adults to be able to give 100% of their attention to the child taking part in the session to ensure that everyone gets as much as possible...
Young Volunteers Animal Feed and Coppicing
6th December 2025
10:30am
This event is part of our ongoing commitment to give young people the opportunity to learn about sustainable farming whilst giving back to the local community. This is open to young people between 13-17 years old accompanied by a parent or guardian (17 year olds can volunteer independently with parental permission). This volunteer morning is...
Christmas Animal Feeding
7th December 2025
09:30am
Grab your wellies and come down to the farm to join in with the morning animal feeding. Many of our animals are back on the farm for the winter and will enjoy seeing you, especially if you are bringing them some tasty breakfast treats! There will be eggs to collect, mucking out to be done...