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        • Sashiko Stitching Course
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        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
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        • Gardening in a Changing Climate Course
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      • Festive Craft Courses
      • Willow Craft Courses >
        • Willow Garden Sculpture Course
        • Willow Festive Decoration Workshops
        • Willow Weaving Workshops
        • Willow Bird and Birdfeeder Workshop
        • Willow Forager's Backpack
        • Willow Reindeer Course
        • Zarzo Willow Basket Course
      • Wellbeing Courses >
        • Nature Led Meditation Evening
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Unwind in the Woods Retreat
        • Creative Forest Bathing & Therapeutic Sound day
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Soundbath Evening
        • Bushcraft Skills: One or two day
      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Upcycled Zero-Waste Apron Workshop
        • Nature Painting on Wood
        • Sashiko Stitching Course
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop:Herbal Bathroom Day
        • Off-loom Weaving Workshop
        • Natural Ink Making Workshop
        • Fabric Baskets Course
      • Home and Garden Courses >
        • Creating Wilder Gardens
        • Compost Toilets Course
        • Sustainable Cut-Flower Growing
        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
        • Composting Masterclass
        • Kitchen Gardening Course
        • Gardening in a Changing Climate Course
        • Clay Oven Building Course
        • Mushroom Cultivation Course
      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Trug Making Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Advanced Knife Skills Course
        • Woodworking Skills for Women Course
        • Shrink Pot Carving Course
        • Devon Stave Basket Making Course
      • Forest School Training >
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
        • Rough Play in Natural World Settings with Jon Cree
        • Forest School Leader Training
        • Climbing Frames, Ropes & Ladders Course with Jon Cree
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Identification Workshop
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management Course
    • Gift Cards for Courses
    • Courses Waiting List
    • Discounts and Benefits
    • Bursaries
    • Contact the Courses Team
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    • Eco Hostel
    • Shepherds Hut
    • Yurts
    • Camping
    • Group Accommodation
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    • Things to Do >
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    • Booking Enquiries
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    • For Teachers >
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Things To Do

There is lots to do in the Meon Valley and beyond. Here you will find information on our children's and adult's courses, links to local walks, local attractions and local pubs to plan on your days walk or cycle.

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Download our free guide of things to see in do while you stay

STEP BACK IN TIME 

Looking for something different in a staycation? Why not stay with us, reconnect with nature and take in some of the historical cities, museums and dockyards within easy reach of our Eco Lodge. 

  • Butser Hill Ancient Farm (4.3 miles), Chalton Ln, Chalton, Waterlooville PO8 0BG
  • Winchester (15.4 miles)
  • Chichester (18.2 miles) 
  • Portmouth Historic Dockyard (18.9 miles), Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ
  • Weald & Downland Living Museum (21 miles), Town Ln, Chichester PO18 0EU
  • SeaCity Museum (21.3 miles), Havelock Rd, Southampton SO14 7FY​
  • Beaulieu (39.9 miles), National Motor Museum, John Montagu Building, Beaulieu, Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN

NEAR BY WALKS

There are many beautiful walks and cycles to do from our doorstep as well as 52 acres of woodland to explore on site. We are ideally situated in the South Downs National Park and are right on the South Downs National Trail, giving direct access along sign-posted paths.
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Within a 3 mile walking distance of the Lodge are Old Winchester Hill Nature Reserve, Butser Hill and Queen Elizabeth Country Park, East Meon historical village, Clanfield Village, 4 country pubs, and many footpaths and bridle ways with beautiful views of the Downs.

Take some time out  in the beautiful and peaceful surroundings. 

​Walks 

  • ​Broadhalfpenny Down The Cradle of Cricket​
  • Hambledon Vineyard and Chidden Walk
  • East Meon and Buster Hill
  • Queen Elizabeth Country Park & Butser Hill
  • Wetherdown & Old Winchester Hill
  • Old Winchester Hill and Halnaker Lane Circular
  • The Meon Valley Trail

Things to do in Hampshire

  • http://www.easthants.gov.uk/tourism 
  • http://www.visit-hampshire.co.uk/ 
  • http://www3.hants.gov.uk/tourism   
  • http://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/south-downs-way/be-inspired

Local Attractions

  • Butser Hill & Queen Elizabeth Country Park
  • Old Winchester Hill
  • Butser Ancient Farm

Local Pubs 

  • Bat & Ball (2 miles), Hyden Farm Lane,  Waterlooville, Hampshire PO8 0UB.
  • Rising Sun (2.3 miles), North Lane, Clanfield PO8 0RN
  • Isaak Walton (2.7 miles), High Street, East Meon. GU32 1QA
  • Ye Olde George (2.7 miles), Church Street, East Meon, GU32 1NH
  • Thomas Lord (4.6miles) The High Street, West Meon, Hampshire GU32 1LN
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HEALTH AND SAFETY DISCLAIMER
When visiting our site please take appropriate care, some areas have uneven surfaces with trip hazards associated with the great outdoors - conditions can be slippery in wet weather. Please ensure that you dress for the outdoors and bring footwear suitable for all types of weather. The Sustainability Centre will not accept responsibility for any injuries sustained by visitors.  
​EARTHWORKS TRUST  ​
The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No. 1079866).
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Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation.
​All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.




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​Droxford Road,
East Meon, Hants
​GU32 1HR

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  • Courses
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      • Festive Craft Courses
      • Willow Craft Courses >
        • Willow Garden Sculpture Course
        • Willow Festive Decoration Workshops
        • Willow Weaving Workshops
        • Willow Bird and Birdfeeder Workshop
        • Willow Forager's Backpack
        • Willow Reindeer Course
        • Zarzo Willow Basket Course
      • Wellbeing Courses >
        • Nature Led Meditation Evening
        • Medicinal Herb Workshops
        • Unwind in the Woods Retreat
        • Creative Forest Bathing & Therapeutic Sound day
        • Foraging, Fire and Folklore
        • Soundbath Evening
        • Bushcraft Skills: One or two day
      • Craft and Upcycling Courses >
        • Upcycled Zero-Waste Apron Workshop
        • Nature Painting on Wood
        • Sashiko Stitching Course
        • Natural Cosmetics Workshop:Herbal Bathroom Day
        • Off-loom Weaving Workshop
        • Natural Ink Making Workshop
        • Fabric Baskets Course
      • Home and Garden Courses >
        • Creating Wilder Gardens
        • Compost Toilets Course
        • Sustainable Cut-Flower Growing
        • Intro to Permaculture Design Course
        • Composting Masterclass
        • Kitchen Gardening Course
        • Gardening in a Changing Climate Course
        • Clay Oven Building Course
        • Mushroom Cultivation Course
      • Wood Craft Courses >
        • Trug Making Course
        • Spoon Carving Course
        • Advanced Knife Skills Course
        • Woodworking Skills for Women Course
        • Shrink Pot Carving Course
        • Devon Stave Basket Making Course
      • Forest School Training >
        • Supporting Children through Anxiety and Trauma with Jon Cree
        • Rough Play in Natural World Settings with Jon Cree
        • Forest School Leader Training
        • Climbing Frames, Ropes & Ladders Course with Jon Cree
      • Sustainable Land Management Courses >
        • Coppicing Course
        • Hedgelaying Course
        • Wildflower Identification Workshop
        • Wildflower Meadows Course
        • Woodland Management Course
    • Gift Cards for Courses
    • Courses Waiting List
    • Discounts and Benefits
    • Bursaries
    • Contact the Courses Team
    • Courses Terms and Conditions
  • Accommodation
    • Bed & Breakfast
    • Eco Hostel
    • Shepherds Hut
    • Yurts
    • Camping
    • Group Accommodation
    • Gift Cards for Accommodation
    • Things to Do >
      • Site Map
      • Walking and Cycling Breaks
    • Booking Enquiries
    • Accommodation Terms and Conditions
  • Education
    • Our Education Ethos
    • Day Trips >
      • Saxon Experience
    • Residentials >
      • Residential Accommodation
      • Farm Tours
    • Group Bookings >
      • Colleges and Universities
    • Alternative Education >
      • Young Natural Ambassadors
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      • Forest School 6 - 16 Years
      • Forest School Training
    • For Teachers >
      • Fair Share Fund
      • Earth Protectors Conference
    • Contact the Education Team
  • Burial Site
    • South Downs Natural Burial Site
    • Funeral Charges
    • Information Pack
    • Flowers and Planting
    • Attending A Funeral
    • Legacies
    • Donations
  • Our Future
  • Support Us
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    • Friends >
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        • Business Friends
    • Fair Share Fund
    • Leave a Legacy
    • Become a Volunteer
    • Thank You to Our Supporters
    • Cast Off
    • Give As You Shop
  • Knowledge Hub
    • Sustainability Wheel
    • Ask an Expert
    • Greener Homes >
      • Advice Sheets
    • Projects >
      • Land Management >
        • Beekeepers
        • Chalk Grassland
        • Coppice
        • Forest Gardening
        • Herb Gardens
        • Mini Meadow
        • Nettles & Brambles
        • Permaculture
        • Ponds
      • Building & Structures >
        • Accommodation Eco Retrofit
        • Compost Toilet
        • Low Impact Building
        • Solar Projects
        • Tree Bog
        • Wetherdown Lodge
        • Woodland Hall
        • Yurts
    • Articles >
      • Art & Craft
      • Growing
      • Health
      • Meditation
      • Weaving Willow
      • Young People
  • Donate & Buy
    • Eco Shop
    • Eco T-Shirts
    • Gift Cards
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  • Visit Us
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