Adventurers will have a chance to get up close and personal with some of the wildlife living in the grounds of Nettlecombe Court. We’ll see who’s been staying in our mammal hotels overnight, try to identify some of our common bird species, and take part in a ‘minibeast safari’.
We’ll also have a go at using tracks and signs to learn about some of our more elusive animals, and adventurers can try taking casts of footprints to take home with them.
Get back to nature in the great outdoors and meet some of the wildlife you can find all around you on our Eco Adventure course. It’s time to leave the tablets at home!
Nettlecombe Court lies in a secluded valley at the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park. The house is a striking example of a Tudor and Georgian country mansion set within its own grounds. The centre has excellent access to the Somerset coast as well as Exmoor National Park and The Quantocks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The centre is half an hour from Taunton and the motorway network. Taunton railway station is less than two hours from London.
Visit our website here for more information on Nettlecombe Court and details of how to find us.
Tutor: Field Studies Council Staff
Courses are led by experienced Field Studies Council staff.
Example Timetable
Example Timetable
- Nature Detectives
Arrival 9am
Adventurers will have a chance to get up close and personal with some of the wildlife living in the grounds of Nettlecombe Court. We’ll see who’s been staying in our mammal hotels overnight, try to identify some of our common bird species, and take part in a ‘minibeast safari’.
We’ll also have a go at using tracks and signs to learn about some of our more elusive animals, and adventurers can try taking casts of footprints to take home with them.
Depart 3.30pm
Before You Attend
What to Bring
- Sun Protection
- Sturdy shoes
- Waterproof coat
- Wellies/waterproof trousers (available to borrow at Nettlecombe)
- Lunch box
- Water bottle
- Rucksack
- Please wear clothes you won’t mind getting a little grubby!
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