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Lake Vyrnwy

A variety of habitats make this an ideal base for a school visit

Lying above the beautiful reservoir of Lake Vyrnwy are thousands of hectares of heather moorland, meadow and woodland, crossed by rocky streams and dotted with crags.

In partnership with Severn Trent Water, we manage part of the reserve as the largest organic farm in England and Wales.

You may see great crested grebes and goosanders on the water, dippers by the streams, while ravens, buzzards and even peregrines, soar overhead.

For upper primary and secondary pupils there is a unique opportunity to go up onto the Berwyn moors and learn about peat bogs. They'll also be able to examine the biodiversity of this important environment and learn about its sustainability.

Children using colour eyes at Ebbw Vale

Lovely day - super and well-informed staff - great activities.

Hadnall C of E Primary

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Costs

Durationper childminimum costs
Half dayPrimary £3.85; Secondary £4.40; Tertiary £4.95£30
Full dayPrimary £5.50; Secondary £6.05; Tertiary £6.60£50

Fact file

How to find us:

For directions to Lake Vyrnwy visit the reserve page

When to visit:

You can visit any weekday during the term. Half-day and full-day sessions are available, as is bilingual teaching.

Suitable for

Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4.

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