Events

Any number of possibilities today, depending on who’s around and how many staff with chainsaws we have. The shortlist of jobs could involve, repairing wooden bridges, slicing up and removing a fallen tree, new campfire surrounds. We could tell you we could sort out the mole walk, squirrel walk and badger sniff slices but you...

Birds This evening event will be led by talented ornithologist, Graham Giddens. With over 20 years experience leading wildlife groups, you will be sure to get the most from your experience. With good moonlight and anticipated high activity of Nightjars, there should be ample opportunity to spot these incredible birds along this walk.  Please meet...

Have you ever wondered where all the squirrels, owls, and foxes live? Take a walk with us to meet some of our ancient trees, and see who lives in their branches. Visit our minibeasts in the woods; build your own dens and test them out!  Please note: Ticket includes one child and an accompanying adult, and we’re unable...

Join us for Open Farm Sunday and enjoy a relaxed walk around our farmyard. Expect trailer rides, a chance to meet the animals, and plenty to see and explore. Entry is by advance booking only and includes a sausage or egg roll, plus tea and coffee. Children under 3 go free; however, food is not...

Butterflies There are lots of beautiful butterflies out there – as well as some special ones that may go unnoticed if you don’t know what to look for. Learn to ID butterflies with Anna and learn a bit about their role in nature. We will be based at our woodland site where we also have...

Bring a soft toy along for an exciting tea party in the gardens at the farm. We will have a selection of treats and garden games.  Please note: Ticket includes one child and an accompanying adult, and we’re unable to accommodate non-participating siblings, regardless of age. We need supervising adults to be able to give 100% of their attention to the...

Join us at the farm to meet the animals and help with the morning feed. There will also be eggs to collect and some mucking out to do so make sure you wear your wellies! 

Small holding As one of our small holding courses, this session will be looking at the basics of keeping sheep. We will cover handling, lambing, shearing, tupping and basic care. This will help if you are hoping to keep your own sheep or if you are just interested and would like to see what’s involved.  This session is recommended for adults and children aged 16 and over.  Refund Policy: Tickets are...

Horticulture Are you looking to start a herb garden from scratch, or encourage more wildlife to an existing patch? Have you ever wondered how to help a garden thrive in times of flood or drought, using sustainable materials?  In this session, you’ll learn how to design a herb garden with pollinators in mind. We’ll discuss how to choose plants and sustainable materials, and learn how to incorporate...

Woodland Skills Join us to learn how to make charcoal for writing and drawing over the fire. We’ll collect the materials we need in the woodland and then create the charcoal on the fire. While it’s cooking, we’ll enjoy a hot drink and a snack – and then test our charcoal with some creative activities, writing and sketching.  We’ll be in the woodland for this session,...

Guided Walks Starting from Blackwater Woods this lead walk with one of our guides will take you through some areas of woodland and heathland to try and find as many types of deer as possible (wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed).  It is an easy flat walk of around 4km (2.5 miles).  Dress for the weather and wear dark coloured clothing. Binoculars and a torch are useful although not essential.  *Please note that car parking charges may...

Wildlife Have you ever wanted to learn more about the 2nd largest order of mammals in the world?  Have you ever wondered about the things that flap about after dark? Ever wanted to hear a language that is outside of our normal ability to hear? Well, you are in luck! CET is putting on a workshop that seeks to...