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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.Farm 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.Farm 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
Volunteers: Garden- End of season greenhouse and garden tidy up
8th October 2025
10:30am
After a very fruitful summer and the cooler, shorter autumn days fast approaching a perfect time to get in the garden and greenhouse to do some sorting, tidying, weeding and maybe still some harvesting. Please note our Monday is very full on this week so doing a Wednesday for a change.
Little Owls: Home Sweet Home
9th October 2025
10:00am
Find out who is living in the woods and test your skills at building cosy homes just like your animal friends! 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...
Owlets: Monorail and Beaulieu Play
17th October 2025
10:00am
Join us for a ride on the Monorail at the National Motor Museum, and finish the morning with a visit to their “Little Beaulieu” playground. 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...
New Forest Chefs on Parade
20th October 2025
06:30pm
Come and join us for an evening of fun and entertainment with some of the New Forest’s top chefs showing off their culinary wizardry. We are delighted that BBC South presenter, Sam Fraser, will be joining us as the evening’s host and chefs taking part will include those form Lime Wood, The Montagu Arms, Balmer...
Big Owls: Nature Explorers
30th October 2025
10:00am
Have you got what it takes to follow a map and become an explorer for the day?! On your woodland trail, you’ll be looking out for treasure and building rafts from the natural environment. Please note: Ticket includes one child and an accompanying adult, and we’re unable to accommodate non-participating siblings. We need supervising adults...