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Estate Office, Bolton Abbey
Skipton , North Yorkshire , BD23 6EX England WEBSITE LINK: http://www.boltonabbey.com/ EMAIL ADDRESS: tourism@boltonabbey.com CONTACT: 01756 718009 School Trip & Group Educational Information Introduction for school trips and educational visits Bolton Abbey is in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales on the banks of the River Wharfe. With just under 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside, over 80 miles of footpaths and five sites of scientific interest, there is something for educational visitors of all ages and in many subjects. Discover the ruins of the Priory in a landscape full of history and legend, investigate the geography and science of the river, woodland and moorland, or use the landscape as a place for reflection, inspiration and exploration. Why is this venue great for School Trips and Educational Visits? The 12th century Priory partially survived the 1539 dissolution of the monasteries. Within its striking ruins still lies a thriving parish church. Visitors are welcome to explore the ruins and church, and to learn about the dramatic history of the Priory from a church guide. The ancient Strid Wood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, one of the largest areas of acidic oak woodland in the Yorkshire Dales renowned for its flora and fauna. With colour coded nature trails, wheelchair-accessible paths and thoughtfully positioned seats it is a woodland accessible to people of all ages and abilities. The Barden Moor and Barden Fell access areas give open access to 15,000 acres of heather moorland, carefully managed as a habitat for rare species of bird such as Merlin and lapwing. What does a typical school trip or educational visit include? Self-guided visit to Priory Church, ruins and River Wharfe. Suitable for groups of all ages. Ideal for learning about history, geography, citizenship, religious education, science (biology), art and design. (Park in the Bolton Abbey Car Park). Self-guided visit to Strid Wood. Suitable for groups of all ages. Cumberland Trail of the woodland designed for KS1 and KS2 groups. Ideal for learning about geography and science (biology). (Park in the Sandholme or Strid Car Parks). Self-guided visit to Barden Moor and Barden Fell. Relatively strenuous moorland walks suitable for KS2 and older. Ideal for learning about geography and science (biology). (Park in the Sandholme Car Park). Pre-booked guided tour of the Priory Church and Ruins. Tailored to the specific age and needs of your group. Ideal for learning about history, geography, art and design, citizenship, religious education. Time: approximately one hour. For information telephone the Church Office, 01756 710238 or e-mail office@boltonpriory.org.uk. (Park in the Bolton Abbey Car Park). Pre-booked guided tour of Bolton Abbey village. Tailored to the specific age and needs of your group. This outdoor tour looks at the history of Bolton Abbey, famous people who have visited here and how we manage the Estate today. It includes a visit to the Tithe Barn and the walled garden. Evening tours are available on request. Time: approx. one hour. Cost: £3:50 per person or a minimal fee of £50. For information telephone 01756 718009 or e-mail tourism@boltonabbey.com. (Park in the Bolton Abbey Car Park). What size groups do they cater for? There is no limit on the size of educational groups that can visit the Estate. The maximum group size for pre-booked tours is usually 15, but larger groups can be divided between guides. What can they provide you with to support your school trip or educational visit? Downloadable teachers’ packs are available at www.boltonabbey.com. These are developed by Estate staff and qualified teachers, and link to specific curriculum subjects and key stages. Can you take photos, video or audio? Are there any copyright restrictions? Visitors are welcome to take photos etc. Any audio or video footage must be by prior arrangement. Material reproduced for commercial use: Copyright Chatsworth Settlement Trustees. How do you arrange a risk assessment? Teachers are invited to make a free pre-booked preliminary visit in advance of their trip to develop risk assessments. A generic risk assessment is available upon request. Contact Education Officer: Claire Fowler, telephone 01246 565341, e-mail tourism@boltonabbey.com What are the contact details for their education officer? Education Officer: Claire Fowler, telephone 01246 565341, e-mail tourism@boltonabbey.com What does it cost? Admission is £5.50 per vehicle (occupants free), or 50 pence per person for groups of 12 or more in one vehicle (there is no charge for the driver or the vehicle). Admission tickets are valid for all three Estate car parks on the day of issue. Admission is free Monday to Friday from 29th October to 14th March 2009 excluding 24th December- 4th January. Is specific clothing required? Sensible outdoor clothing is required. Old clothes are best, long trousers are advisable for both boys and girls and strong shoes should be worn. Anoraks, waterproof coat, sunhats or sun cream may be necessary depending on the weather. Do you have first aid on site? There are qualified first aiders on site, but you are advised to bring a first aid kit. What facilities do they have for school trips and educational visits? There are various shops and cafés near the car parks, with some items at pocket-money prices. Groups are welcome to eat picnics on the Estate, but there are no indoor spaces for eating packed lunches. Are there disabled facilities? The green trail from Sandholme car park to the Strid through Strid Wood, and the Cumberland Trail from Strid car park, are fully accessible for manual and electric wheelchairs. The Church and Priory ruins and riverside are fully accessible for manual and electric wheelchairs from Bolton Abbey car park. Featured Listing: NoMore Information
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