Locations
Preston Montford - Shropshire
The Centre lies within the Preston Montford Estate set in the heart of the Shropshire countryside. The grounds encompass a massive diversity of habitats of riverbank woodland, grasslands, ponds, streams and the River Severn of interest and inspiration to all its visitors. The surrounding area overlies one of the most complete geological sequences in any county, which influences the contrasting flatlands of the north Shropshire Plain to the dramatic landscape of the south Shropshire Hills. The area is also filled with sites and buildings of historic interest which give clues to the turbulent and creative past of the area.
The Centre is 5 miles (8km) from Shrewsbury Station and 1 mile (1.5km) from the A5.
The Activities
As part of its Eco Challenge programme the Centre offers a range of activities which provide a challenging adventure through the landscapes and habitats of the Shropshire hills. Students may investigate the wildlife of upland streams and undertake a challenging journey through the awe inspiring scenery. Alternatively they may journey through the hills exploring how humans have utilised these areas and what the impact and effects have been on the landscape.
Students are encouraged to explore the local grounds at night whilst setting small mammal traps todiscover which creatures use the woods at night. After exploring and appreciating these special habitats students are given the opportunity to try some practical conservation tasks such as habitat creation..
The activities are designed to help students develop an understanding and appreciation of the world around them and also to foster personal and social skills through teamwork and personal challenges. It also provides opportunities to see practical conservation in action and raise awareness of environmental and sustainable issues.
Accommodation
Mainly twin rooms with some dormitory rooms with a combination of shared toilet and shower facilities with some en-suite.
Disabled access to public rooms, workrooms and some bedrooms.
Facilities
- Well resourced science and art workrooms.
- Visiting staff lounge.
- Student common and games rooms.
- Waterproof and boot loan
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