Field Studies Council
@fieldstudiesc
First hand experiences in the outdoors 🌍 Geography, biology and cross-curricular fieldwork for all key stages. We also offer natural history, arts and family courses at our centres across the UK.
🌱 We believe the outdoors should be accessible to everyone. We’re so grateful to everyone supporting our campaign so far. 🦋 We've raised £4,100, which will give 120 young people the opportunity to take part in amazing outdoor learning experiences. Read more and donate here: buff.ly/6IxWMWJ
The Big Butterfly Count is underway! 🦋 Until 9 August, thousands of people across the UK will be recording the butterflies they see for Butterfly Conservation. Want to be confident in your identifications? Get our butterfly guide here: buff.ly/Lq5NBKP
☀️ Summer holidays are here, and it's time for a summer of discovery! 🌿 The learning doesn't stop when term ends. Explore a new trail, spot local wildlife, visit a beach or simply spend time in your favourite green space. Where will nature take you this summer? 👇
Summer holidays are nearly here! ☀️ From beach days to nature trails, our sustainable children's collection is made for little explorers. 🐾 Mammal Tracks Tee £18 ⭐ Starfish Hoodie £30 🌊 Sealife Long Sleeve £20 🐋 Whale Tee £18 Made from organic cotton 🌿 Shop here: buff.ly/yD9iexz
🌱 Meet your retreat leader, Sarah Wyper Joining us for our Wellbeing in Nature Weekend in Surrey? You'll be guided by Sarah Wyper, Centre Manager at Juniper Hall and an experienced outdoor educator with a passion for helping people reconnect with themselves. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/fETp0Ch
Did you know? 🌾 Unlike most plants, grasses grow from the base rather than the tip. This means that when they are grazed by animals, they can quickly recover & continue growing. Grasses also support an incredible variety of wildlife. 🔗 Find out about our grasses courses : buff.ly/qB4vJkA
🦋 Which butterfly are you? 🦋 Pause the reel and discover your butterfly! Did you land on a Peacock, Red Admiral or Common Blue? Let us know in the comments 👇 And don't forget to take part in the Big Butterfly Count this weekend and help protect the UK's butterflies.
Discover the fieldwork opportunities waiting in Shropshire 🌿 Using field sites closer to home means less time travelling and more time learning. Preston Montford is perfectly placed for students to explore a diverse range of environments in Shropshire and Wales. Find out more: buff.ly/QOemvg4
🌍⛰️ Curious about how our landscape was formed? Our Geography and Geology Camp is a five-day residential for 16–18 year olds, exploring the fascinating links between geography, geology and geomorphology. Suitable for the Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Find out more: buff.ly/LvPXSaS
🌊 It's been a great day out ghyll scrambling in North Wales for the teachers who joined our free Adventure Learning CPD day today! Everyone enjoyed a refreshing trip exploring a local ghyll, followed by a session on how adventure learning works in practice. #CPD #outdoorlearning
Ready for your next outdoor adventure? 🌿 Discover Britain's fascinating wildlife with our Discovery Guides Bundle. Inside you'll find 6 expertly designed guides covering everything from birds & wildflowers to fungi & seaside species. You'll also get a reusable tote bag! buff.ly/GVRl0oq
New Biodiversity Short: Beginner Identification of Ericaceae 🌿 Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to the Ericaceae (heather family) & learn how to recognise some of the most characteristic plants of our uplands, including heathers, bilberry and their relatives. 📅 8.9.26 buff.ly/ml0z4CH
🦋 Looking for family activities over the summer? Our Eco Adventures at selected locations are nature-themed sessions with lots of hands-on fun for all ages! Explore our events and discover local wildlife together this summer. buff.ly/lfgychD
🌿 What if the reset you've been looking for is waiting outdoors?🌿 Swap notifications for birdsong, busy schedules for mindful moments, and daily stress for time in nature. Discover our Wellbeing in Nature Retreats.....and relax 💚 🔗 buff.ly/ho1UBSq
🌱 Looking for inspiring fieldwork opportunities in the South West? Nettlecombe Court offers access a variety of field sites from rivers, woodlands and moorland habitats to coastal environments and thriving towns, where students can collect first-hand data in real-world settings. 🔗 buff.ly/QoUrwGX
Not all residentials are created equal. +Adventure combines exciting outdoor challenges with decades of educational expertise. The result? Purposeful experiences that help pupils grow in confidence, resilience and teamwork. Find out what makes +Adventure different. 🌿 buff.ly/FU9VnP0
🌊 Ready to explore the underwater world? Join our Snorkelling for Marine Biology Residential and discover the incredible marine life living just beneath the surface. Suitable for the residential section of the @dofe.org Gold Award. 🐠 Dive in to your underwater adventure: buff.ly/HYtHSLn
Beckenham Place Park is on of our learning locations in London. The park is one of Lewisham’s most beautiful and accessible green spaces. Come and explore, learn and grow with us at Beckenham Place Park! 🔗 buff.ly/e3GLn7v
Tune in to hear our Chief Executive, Mark Castle and Policy Officer, Joy Blizzard, speaking on Radio Islam about the growing demand for environmental skills, and how sustainability is shaping future job opportunities for young people. 🌱 Listen today from 4pm: buff.ly/95zlZH0
It’s Dragonfly Week! 🤩 Dragonflies & damselflies are a joy to spot on sunny summer days. As daytime fliers, they are most active in warm weather, so now is the perfect time to look for them near ponds, rivers & lakes. Want to improve your ID skills? Get your dragonfly guide here: buff.ly/f5bisW9
GCSE in natural history - Have your say There is still time to offer your thoughts on what the subject content for this new qualification should look like.🤔 The closing date for submissions to the Department for Education's consultation is Friday 4th September. 🔗https://buff.ly/WHjfSO1
A pupil takes the next step when things feel difficult. A teammate offers encouragement. Someone discovers they can do more than they thought possible. These are the moments that build confidence, resilience, stronger friendships & a connection to the outdoors. Explore +Adventure: buff.ly/FU9VnP0
🌿 Discover Bishops Wood, Stourport-on-Severn 🌿 Bishops Wood offers a unique learning environment with hands-on activities and plenty of space to explore. Bishops Wood helps learners of all ages connect with the natural world. 👉 Find out more and plan your visit: buff.ly/9Dgkw7M
Dive into a marine science adventure 🌊🐚 Aged 16–18 and passionate about the ocean? Our Marine Science Camp is your chance to explore life beneath the waves. Run in partnership with the Marine Biological Association and suitable for the residential section of the Gold DofE award. 👉 buff.ly/d3av4qw
Shop butterfly-inspired designs in advance of this month's Big Butterfly Count! 🦋 From Friday 3 July - midnight Sunday 5 July, enjoy free UK shipping on all items in our Teemill store 🛍️ Shop now and get ready to count: buff.ly/COIHDhD
📢 End of term giveaway🎁 Claim your free bright and colourful wall planner! We've designed it to give a clear overview of the academic year at a glance whether you’re mapping out trips, key dates or classroom activities. Tell us where to send your planner: buff.ly/xkSJ1Fj
🌊 Discover island habitats exploring fieldwork sites at Millport 🌊 From rocky shores to sandy bays, woodlands to freshwater habitats, the Isle of Cumbrae offers an incredible range of environments within easy reach of the centre. Take a closer look and find out more: buff.ly/yRuCGCM
Explore wildlife this season! 🌿 Discover the wonders of nature with our Discovery Guides Bundle: 6 beautifully designed guides covering insects, birds, trees, wildflowers, seaside wildlife & fungi. Now only £25 instead of £30. Plus, get a reusable tote bag ♻️ buff.ly/U7sm0CS
Wellbeing in Nature: Reconnecting in the Lake District🌄 In May, we were delighted to deliver our first Wellbeing in Nature Retreat in the heart of the Lake District. Find out how those who attended reconnected with nature in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes. 🧘♀️ 🔗 buff.ly/enOiggK
Over many years of exploring the wild places of West Somerset, our tutor Martin Summers has recorded some remarkable botanical finds.🌸 Join Martin to discover the fascinating connections between plants, geology and coastal habitats. Find out more and book your place: buff.ly/yHI1un6