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Saltholme

Visit our education zone and classroom for close encounters with wildlife all year round

Give your pupils the chance to experience the wonderful range of wildlife that lies in the heart of our industrial landscape.

Saltholmes many restored and created habitats have an abundance of bird life throughout the year, and a rich variety of plants, invertebrates and other wildlife.

The safe, specially designed discovery zone complete with pond dipping platforms, minibeast areas and a light-filled, welcoming bird hide is all within easy walking distance of the well-equipped visitor centre.

The centre features a bespoke, inspiring classroom providing indoor space for groups if needed.

We'll keep our fingers crossed that you'll see such amazing sights as the peregrines that frequently drop in at Saltholme – how many times can your class go home saying they have seen the fastest animal in the world?

The sheer scale of the reserve offers many surprises and opportunities for the whole curriculum. And whether studying habitats, wildlife, birds or landscape, groups can be sure of finding a warm welcome here.

Three children with magnifying glass and pooters

The children found the day enthralling. They learnt so much and have continued with their interest back at school.

Sacred Heart RC School, Hartlepool

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Essential info

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Costs

Durationper childminimum costs
Half day£2.50£50
Full day£3.75£75

Fact file

How to find us:

For directions to Saltholme visit the reserve page

When to visit:

Groups can visit any weekday throughout the year. Half-day sessions last from 10am to 12.30pm, or 12.30-2.30 pm and full-day sessions from 10 am-2.30 pm. Timings are flexible by prior arrangement. You are welcome to visit at any time of year to see where your group will be working, carry out your own risk assessment and to finalise your programme.

Suitable for

Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, A-level.

This site has been externally verified to ensure that we are providing high quality learning experiences and managing safety effectively via the LOtC Quality Badge scheme. Read the report.