FocusGeography · Science · English · D&T
Typical length4 days
SuitsGrades 6–8
Why this journey
The learning behind it.
The South Downs combine environmental learning with practical, hands-on challenge. Students explore chalk landscapes and how water is filtered through them, learn traditional uses of plants and woodland, and build confidence through outdoor challenges, storytelling and craft.
What students take away
- Chalk landscapes, local geology and the water cycle
- Plant identification and traditional uses of plants
- Sustainable land management and woodland resources
- Teamwork, balance and storytelling
An indicative outline
- ArriveWater filtration challenge, shelter building and storytelling, then a night walk to a downland viewpoint.
- WalkA guided walk on the Downs, pond dipping and natural crafts, with campfire cooking in the evening.
- MakeObstacle course, slacklining, charcoal making and natural remedies.
- ReflectA team challenge and reflection before departure.
BFC signature Can include our Walking Hunt, a gamified challenge in place of a standard tour, and a Photo Marathon shot on disposable analogue cameras. How they work ↗︎
Every journey is designed around your brief. Length, activities and accommodation change with your group.
Learning in action
Students design, build and test a water filter, then compare it with how chalk cleans the water beneath their feet.
Practicalities
- Accommodation
- Chosen for the destination and your budget. Youth-hostel or activity-centre accommodation in shared rooms.
- Transport
- Private for your group throughout, with flights or rail where needed.
- Access & medical
- Planned case by case from the first conversation, so every student can take part.
- Dietary needs
- Vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free and allergies catered for; kosher and other requirements on request.