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2. Education

Bedfont Lake Country Park offers excellent educational opportunities for all ages and abilities including schools groups (primary to sixth form) youth groups, interest groups and clubs, guide and scout association groups, community organisations, playgroups / schemes.

Our Aims:
• To raise awareness about the countryside and local environment.
• To promote a greater understanding of the wildlife and habitats we explore.

This is achieved through:
• Practical and fun hands-on sessions.
• Tailor made programmes to suit your curricular needs and time scale.
• Full Risk Assessments for each activity.
• Provision of all field equipment and materials.

The varied habitats of the country parks and green spaces in Hounslow are a fantastic resource for environmental and outdoor education. Education staff working at Bedfont Lakes, Cranford Park, and Hounslow Heath have developed a range of activities with the National Curriculum in mind. However, If you have a specific study topic or project idea in mind that does not appear on the list please contact us as we may be able to develop something to suit your needs.

Onsite Activities

Pond Dipping
Examine the variety of life in our specially designed pond and learn how the animals have adapted to survive a life underwater.

Mini Beast Safari
Use a variety of techniques find and examine creatures living on trees, amongst the grass, and under logs and stones.

Nature Walks
A short, interactive walk looking at the huge variety of life and habitats on our sites (walks can be customised to focus on your current topic).

Orienteering
Fixed orienteering course aimed at beginners. Learn how to navigate your way around Bedfont Lakes or Cranford without using a compass.

Art and Nature
See the park from a different perspective. Look at the textures, shapes and colours to create artwork inspired by nature.

Mammal Trapping
Learn more about some of our furry countryside friends.

Contact:
For information about educational visits to any of our sites please contact the Education Ranger by e-mailing: carolyn.hoole@continental-landscapes.co.uk

or Telephone: 01784 259 161

Other Groups

We can offer a variety of Ranger led activities to suit all ages and abilities and we are more than happy to tailor a visit to fit your needs. Some of our regular onsite activities include:

Pond Dipping
Examine the variety of life in our specially designed pond (Bedfont Lakes Only)

Mini Beast Safari
What insects and creatures can you find and collect in the trees, grass and under logs and stones.

Nature Walks
A short, interactive walk looking at the huge variety of life on our countryside sites. Tailored for all ages and abilities

Orienteering
Fixed orienteering course

3. Corporate Groups

A number of companies donate their time to come and help out with a variety of projects in the park. If your organisation would like to get involved please contact: carolyn.hoole@continental-landscapes.co.uk