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Main > School Trip Destinations > Ilam Park & South Peak Estate
Type: School Trip Destinations
Ilam
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2AZ England WEBSITE LINK: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-ilampark EMAIL ADDRESS: ilampark@nationaltrust.org.uk CONTACT: 01335 350503 School Trip & Group Educational Information Introduction for school trips and educational visits Situated in the iconic limestone landscape of Dovedale and the Manifold Valley, The National Trust’s South Peak Estate offers schools, colleges, universities and special interest groups a wide range of opportunities for learning. With limestone grassland, parkland, woodland and farms, we provide access to a wide range of habitats in the White Peak area of outstanding natural beauty. Why is this venue great for School Trips and Educational Visits? We introduce children (and adults) to new worlds – large and small, old and new – and help them to celebrate the wonder of what they experience. From exciting guided walks - long or short, high or low, with tall tales along the way - to river or pond dipping, village studies, map reading, art work and more, we aim to meet the needs of all groups visiting this fantastic place. What does a typical school trip or educational visit include? We tailor your visit to your needs by working closely with group leaders in advance of their visit. With accommodation on site at Dovedale House and YHA Ilam Hall, most groups undertake a 3 day visit with a range of activities either side of a full day’s guided walk in the area. What size groups do they cater for? Most groups constitute a standard class but larger groups may be accommodated on occasion, depending on availability of National Trust Learning volunteers. What can they provide you with to support your school trip or educational visit? We don’t offer worksheets. Our aim is to get children and students out into the landscape to experience it at first hand with someone who knows it well and is able to respond directly to questions on site. Can you take photos, video or audio? Are there any copyright restrictions? Yes, No restrictions. How do you arrange a risk assessment? Group leaders should contact the Community & Learning officer to make initial enqiries about all aspects of their visits. Risk assessmrnts are available should they be required. What are the contact details for their education officer? The Community & Learning Officer for the South Peak Estate is: Ken Sharples The National Trust South Peak Estate Office, Home Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2AZ Tel: 01335 350549 email: ken.sharples@nationaltrust.org.uk What does it cost? Costs currently range from £1.00 - £2.00 per child depending on the activity with a minimum charge of £25.00 for small groups. For Schools with Education Group Membership of The National Trust there is no charge although donations are encouraged. Supervising adults are not charged. Opening Times? See link: http://www.ukschooltrips.co.uk/images/stories/south%202.jpg Is specific clothing required? As weather can change quickly, warm and waterproof clothing is needed along with sturdy footwear. Wellington boots are required for river dipping. Do you have first aid on site? An accompanying first-aider is always appreciated although there is first aid on site. What facilities do they have for school trips and educational visits? We have a fully equipped Learning Centre. There is also a shop, Visitor Centre and tearoom on site. Are there disabled facilities? Our Learning Centre is accessible to wheelchair users and there is a toilet for disabled users on site. There are areas of the park that are not easily accessible and most of the walks require an ability to climb hills, steps or stepping stones. Featured Listing: NoMore Information
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