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        • Unwind in the Woods
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        • Coppicing Course
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THE SUSTAINABILITY CENTRE
  • About Us
    • What Is Sustainability
    • All About Us
    • Feedback
    • Awards
    • Staff Team & Trustees
    • Job Opportunities
    • Partnerships >
      • Onsite Partners
  • Whats On
    • South Downs Green Fair
    • Talks
    • Event Refund Policy
  • Courses
    • Adult Courses >
      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Fabric Baskets Course
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop
        • Upcycled Fashion Course
      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Advanced Knife Skills
        • Pendant Carving Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Trug Making Course
        • Woodworking Skills for Women Course
      • Willow Craft Courses >
        • Oval Willow Basket Course
        • Willow Festive Decorations Course
        • Willow Frame Basket Course
        • Willow Garden Sculpture
        • Willow Garden Craft Course
        • Willow Log Basket Course
        • Willow Reindeer Course
        • Willow Weaving Weekend
      • Home and Garden Courses >
        • Clay Oven Building Course
        • Compost Toilets Course
        • Composting Masterclass
        • Green Homes Talk
        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
        • Kitchen Gardening Course
        • Mushroom Cultivation Course
        • Natural Cleaning Workshop
      • Forest School Training >
        • Forest School Leader Training
        • Forest School Taster Day
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
        • Therapeutic Storyworking with Jon Cree
      • Natural Wellbeing Courses >
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Nature Led Meditation
        • Women's Woodland Retreat
        • Unwind in the Woods
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Identification Workshop
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management
    • Online Experiences
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Courses Waiting List
    • Bursaries
    • Contact the Courses Team
    • Courses Terms and Conditions
  • Stay With Us
    • Bed & Breakfast
    • Eco Hostel
    • Yurts
    • Camping
    • Large Groups
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Things to Do >
      • Site Map
      • Walking and Cycling Breaks
    • Booking Enquiries
    • Accommodation Terms and Conditions
  • Education
    • Our Education Ethos
    • Earth Protectors Conference
    • Day Trips
    • Residentials
    • Farm Tours
    • Saxon Experience
    • Forest School
    • Alternative Education >
      • Young Natural Ambassadors
    • Home Education
    • Colleges and Universities
    • Training for Teachers
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact the Education Team
  • Children's Activities
    • Wood Mouse Forest School
  • Burial Site
    • South Downs Natural Burial Site
    • Funeral Charges
    • Information Pack
    • Flowers and Planting
    • Attending A Funeral
    • Legacies
    • Donations
  • Our Future
    • Ready Steady Grow
    • New Learning Centre
    • South Downs Eco Lodge
  • Support Us
    • Fundraising Projects >
      • Leaves For Learning Appeal
      • Leave a Legacy
      • Give As You Shop
      • Cast Off
      • Hedgehog Eco Challenge
    • Friends >
      • Business Friends >
        • Business Friends
    • Gifts & Donations >
      • Donation Form
    • Thank you for Donating >
      • Thank You to Our Supporters
    • Become a Volunteer
  • Knowledge Hub
    • Ask an Expert
    • Art & Craft
    • Greener Homes
    • Growing
    • Health
    • Meditation
    • Projects >
      • Beekeepers
      • Chalk Grassland
      • Compost Toilet
      • Forest Gardening
      • Herb Garden
      • Permaculture
      • Straw Bale Solar Powered Showers
      • Solar Projects
      • South Downs Eco Lodge
      • Woodland Hall
      • Tree Bog
      • Wetherdown Lodge
      • Yurts
    • Weaving Willow
    • Young People
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​Residential Trips

We provide inspirational residential trips that help young people become emersed in topics such as Ecology, Sustainability, Climate Change or the Environment, whilst experiencing high quality learning outside the classroom.  

We introduce practical solutions to planetary problems with hands-on activities, that feed  in to eco-work back at school. Come over night or stay a week and experience our schools' programme in action. We will tailor a programme for your exact teaching needs.
"This was the sort of activity residential experience that, in the ideal world, I would wish every Primary aged child to have. Time to look at and to think about the positive aspects of the world around us."​
Hampshire County Council ​Monitoring Report 2018  

​Eco Explorers Experience     
YEARS 5 AND 6​

Eco Explorers is our residential for up to 5 days which gives pupils the opportunity to explore many aspects of sustainability with a holistic approach to their experience.

The programme has direct links to the curriculum, covering topics on sustainable food and farming, wildlife and habitats, sustainability in building design, woodlands and forest skills, energy and resources and team building.

Days are full of hands-on activities that ​provide excellent opportunities for team bonding, building self-confidence and fun. This residential is most suitable for Year 5 and 6 pupils and can be adapted for years 7 and 8.

​John Muir Conservation Experience
​
YEARS 5 AND 6

In this residential pupils will discover all about the inspiring founder of National Parks, John Muir, in our glorious National Park - The South Downs. Activities will focus on conservation, protecting our planet and supporting it's species.

​This residential is suggested as a 4 day stay, allowing pupils to achieve their Level 1 'Discovery' of the John Muir award (24 hours minimum time commitment). Available for shorter stays with no award. 

This residential will give your pupils a broad insight into the history, geography and habitats of The South Downs National Park, which feeds into multiple areas of the National Curriculum.
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​Green Guardians Experience
​
YEARS 3 AND 4

​We can create a bespoke itinerary for a shorter residential. Perfect for a first time away from home and a local visit.

Pick your topics from the Day Trip options, most can be adapted to suit the key stage.
This experience is also suitable for years 5 and 6. 
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menu of activities

Download our guide below to view our menu of activities.
Download OUR menu of activities

GSCE and A Level Trips

We can also arrange residential trips ideal for GSCE and A level students.
​Contact the Education Team for more information. 

​​Staying With Us

South Downs Eco Lodge

"Each day proved to be very different. The structure of the week certainly catered for the wide range of interests that primary age children have. I can't praise Janet and her team highly enough for their care and attention to detail. We had a thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile week and have already booked again."
Head Teacher, Rowledge School
The South Downs Eco Hostel can accommodate up to a maximum of 38, usually 35 pupils and 3 adults, and gives you the opportunity to stay over and get the best from The Sustainability Centre.

We provide full catering including buffet breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals. All meals are home made by our on-site chef from the Beech Cafe, using local organic ingredients, a favourite with teachers and children alike.

The Lodge was once home to Royal Navy recruits. It has since been completely renovated and equipped with green energy technology that meets all the heating needs of the building.

Pupils can monitor the output of the photovoltaic solar energy panels on the roof and find out how we provide all the heat and hot water for their stay.

Pupils also recycle their lunch box waste,  use the low-flush option on toilets and discover how hot the water gets when heated by the solar panels.
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​Catering

The lunches and dinners are all freshly prepared every day by our on-site Beech Cafe using local and healthy ingredients.

We are very careful to cater for food allergies and intolerances. Menus are sent prior to your trip for options and choices to be made.

The food is a favourite on our residentials. Many schools have asked if they can take the chefs back to school with them. Sorry, they are staying here!
"Thank you for the delicious dinner.  It was one of the best dinners I have ever
had!"

Joe Lipman, Age 8 -
Dunhurst School
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​Evening Activities

Tutor Led Sessions
One of our experienced tutors can lead you through a session all about the night sky, different traditional crafts or team games (depending on seasonality). 

Story Telling
During your evening session story teller, Bluebird, will tell traditional tales from around the world. Suitable for KS1 and KS2. This is not covered under our Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge, risk assessments can be provided upon request.

Campfire Circle
The Centre will provide a fire and log circle for teachers to lead their own campfire experience. 
 
Self Led Resources
The Centre has the following seasonal resources to loan for evening activities; Woodland Trail, Nature Detective and Identification Sheets. 

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Our Shop

​We have a small shop selling postcards and gift items. All of these are made by local producers or from recycled materials. Teachers may bring pupils into the shop in small groups towards the end of their stay.

We advise that pupils bring change to purchase small items up to a maximum of £10 each. Kindly let the education team know in advance if you plan to visit the shop.
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​Travel Grant Scheme

If travel costs are an issue then make the most of the South Downs National Park travel grant scheme. 
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​Awards

We offer the John Muir Award in the South Downs National Park. Pupils can work towards both the Practical Environment Skills and the John Muir Award during their placement.
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Quality

The quality badge for Learning Outside the Classroom is a national award that we have earned for our education provision. It recognises the essential elements of safety and learning for all types of outdoor provision.
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Earthworks Trust & Earthworks Foundation

​The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No.1079866).
Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation. All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.


​Charity Number ​​ 1079866

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Main Address

The Sustainability Centre 
​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
​GU32 1HR

Reception

01730 823166
​info@sustainability-centre.org

South Downs Eco Lodge
​& Camp Site

01730 823549
accommodation@sustainability-centre.org

Cafe

01730 823755
infobeechcafe@gmail.com  

Burials

​01730 823425
​burials@sustainability-centre.org

Education

​education@sustainability-centre.org

Courses

​courses@sustainability-centre.org

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  • About Us
    • What Is Sustainability
    • All About Us
    • Feedback
    • Awards
    • Staff Team & Trustees
    • Job Opportunities
    • Partnerships >
      • Onsite Partners
  • Whats On
    • South Downs Green Fair
    • Talks
    • Event Refund Policy
  • Courses
    • Adult Courses >
      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Fabric Baskets Course
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop
        • Upcycled Fashion Course
      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Advanced Knife Skills
        • Pendant Carving Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Trug Making Course
        • Woodworking Skills for Women Course
      • Willow Craft Courses >
        • Oval Willow Basket Course
        • Willow Festive Decorations Course
        • Willow Frame Basket Course
        • Willow Garden Sculpture
        • Willow Garden Craft Course
        • Willow Log Basket Course
        • Willow Reindeer Course
        • Willow Weaving Weekend
      • Home and Garden Courses >
        • Clay Oven Building Course
        • Compost Toilets Course
        • Composting Masterclass
        • Green Homes Talk
        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
        • Kitchen Gardening Course
        • Mushroom Cultivation Course
        • Natural Cleaning Workshop
      • Forest School Training >
        • Forest School Leader Training
        • Forest School Taster Day
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
        • Therapeutic Storyworking with Jon Cree
      • Natural Wellbeing Courses >
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Nature Led Meditation
        • Women's Woodland Retreat
        • Unwind in the Woods
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Identification Workshop
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management
    • Online Experiences
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Courses Waiting List
    • Bursaries
    • Contact the Courses Team
    • Courses Terms and Conditions
  • Stay With Us
    • Bed & Breakfast
    • Eco Hostel
    • Yurts
    • Camping
    • Large Groups
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Things to Do >
      • Site Map
      • Walking and Cycling Breaks
    • Booking Enquiries
    • Accommodation Terms and Conditions
  • Education
    • Our Education Ethos
    • Earth Protectors Conference
    • Day Trips
    • Residentials
    • Farm Tours
    • Saxon Experience
    • Forest School
    • Alternative Education >
      • Young Natural Ambassadors
    • Home Education
    • Colleges and Universities
    • Training for Teachers
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact the Education Team
  • Children's Activities
    • Wood Mouse Forest School
  • Burial Site
    • South Downs Natural Burial Site
    • Funeral Charges
    • Information Pack
    • Flowers and Planting
    • Attending A Funeral
    • Legacies
    • Donations
  • Our Future
    • Ready Steady Grow
    • New Learning Centre
    • South Downs Eco Lodge
  • Support Us
    • Fundraising Projects >
      • Leaves For Learning Appeal
      • Leave a Legacy
      • Give As You Shop
      • Cast Off
      • Hedgehog Eco Challenge
    • Friends >
      • Business Friends >
        • Business Friends
    • Gifts & Donations >
      • Donation Form
    • Thank you for Donating >
      • Thank You to Our Supporters
    • Become a Volunteer
  • Knowledge Hub
    • Ask an Expert
    • Art & Craft
    • Greener Homes
    • Growing
    • Health
    • Meditation
    • Projects >
      • Beekeepers
      • Chalk Grassland
      • Compost Toilet
      • Forest Gardening
      • Herb Garden
      • Permaculture
      • Straw Bale Solar Powered Showers
      • Solar Projects
      • South Downs Eco Lodge
      • Woodland Hall
      • Tree Bog
      • Wetherdown Lodge
      • Yurts
    • Weaving Willow
    • Young People
  • Shop & Book
    • Shop At The Centre
    • Online Eco Shop
    • Online T Shirt Shop
    • Gift Vouchers
    • Discounts and Benefits
  • Visit Us
    • Find Us >
      • Map
    • Opening Hours
    • Beech Cafe
    • Site Map
    • Guided Tour
    • Room & Space Hire >
      • Terms and Conditions
    • Contact Us >
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