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| Leigh Woods |
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Only two miles from the city centre, Leigh Woods provides an incredible resource, with enormous potential for learning. With unusual and rare species of wildlife, archaeological evidence of past human occupation and links to great artist of the 19th century; Leigh Woods has much to offer educational visits. |
| The Hidden World Trail |
Available to school groups and families we have our own specifically designed children's activity trail through Leigh Woods. The Hidden World trail has been designed to enable teachers to plan school trips to Leigh Woods quickly and simply. It is a fun and fascinating way for children to learn more about their surroundings. "Explore the Hidden World" consists of a number of activities, each of which falls into one or more of the following curriculum subjects - Literacy, Science, History, Geography, Art, PSHE and Citizenship and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). So you can chose whatever combination of activities suits your lesson plans or use them as starting points for other work and further discussion. Set along the purple all ability trail it is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
"Explore the Hidden World" is available to download along with teacher notes. Alternatively, call 0117 973 1645 or e-mail us at leighwoods@nationaltrust.org.uk and we'll send you a copy.
 Download the "Explore the hidden world trail" notes for teachers
Download the "Explore the hidden world trail" |
| Leigh Woods Special Orienteering trail |
Our specially designed orienteering trail is a great way to enjoy the fantastic woodland environment here at Leigh Woods. The trail incorporates all ability paths which are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Orienteering develops skills such as decision making and also links into many areas of the national curriculum e.g. geography and maths. This trail has been designed for people and groups taking part in orienteering on an independent visit, however if asked we'd be happy to help with your visit.
Leigh Woods Special Orienteering Trail, including teacher notes is available to download. Alternatively call 0117 973 1645 or e-mail us at leighwoods@nationaltrust.org.uk and we'll send you a copy.
 Download the Orienteering trail introductory info sheet
Download the notes for leaders
Download the Orienteering trail control sheet
Download the Map (image controls)
Download the Map (all controls)
Download the Basic map (no controls)
Download the Loop control cards |
Leigh Woods is a fantastic setting to learn in. If the set trails are not to your liking, staff here at Leigh Woods are happy to help organise visits suited to your individual needs. From helping you design specific trails or lessons for groups or even just being a site to host your own outdoor lessons and activities. It all depends on what you would like!
For further information contact us
Bill Morris
The National Trust,
Reserve Office,
Leigh Woods,
Bristol,
BS8 3PZ
Tel 0117 9731645
E-mail leighwoods@nationaltrust.org.uk |
| Health and safety issues |
Staff are happy to offer advice on site risk assessments
Although there are no toilets on site, we are happy to unlock the staff toilet if we are aware of your visit. |
Unless otherwise stated all other images belong to the National Trust or the Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project.
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