Avalon Marshes, Somerset
Have fun discovering bitterns, otters, dragonflies, ancient heritage and much more in the Somerset levels.
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School trip ideas
Let your class run wild!
School trips on a reserve from just £4 per child
Visit one of our stunning nature reserves and let us provide your students with unique and memorable learning experiences.
Visits to reserves
Come to an RSPB reserve near you and discover the delights of wildlife. These unique and memorable hands-on learning activities take place on our stunning reserves, bringing wildlife and nature to life.
Choose from a selection of half- or full-day programmes, and let us do the rest. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Find a schools reserve near you
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![Bempton Cliffs, Yorkshire]()
Bempton Cliffs, Yorkshire
The best place in England to bring your class to see, hear and smell seabirds!
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![Conwy, Conwy]()
Conwy, Conwy
This reserve is delightful at any time of year. A safe haven for thousands of waders, and for your class!
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![Dungeness, Kent]()
Dungeness, Kent
Nothing can quite prepare you for the landscape of Dungeness - mile after mile of shingle, wild and weird!
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![Fairburn Ings, Yorkshire]()
Fairburn Ings, Yorkshire
A wildlife oasis providing a fantastic hands-on learning resource in the heart of West Yorkshire.
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![Leighton Moss, Lancashire]()
Leighton Moss, Lancashire
Enjoy a fascinating day exploring a nature reserve packed with rare wetland habitats. Special birds, deer and butterflies aplenty!
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![Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire]()
Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire
A beautiful reserve, with a variety of habitats to explore, including wetland.
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![Loch Leven, Kinross]()
Loch Leven, Kinross
An inspirational reserve where children can have an active, hands-on experience, exploring and learning about the natural world.
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![Minsmere, Suffolk]()
Minsmere, Suffolk
Minsmere is a vast, incredible place, with plenty of room to explore.
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![Newport Wetlands, Gwent]()
Newport Wetlands, Gwent
A wildlife haven on the edge of the city to inspire your class!
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![Old Moor, Yorkshire]()
Old Moor, Yorkshire
This reserve is delightful at any time of year. A safe haven for thousands of waders, and for your class!
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![Pagham Harbour & Medmerry, Sussex]()
Pagham Harbour & Medmerry, Sussex
Glorious and peaceful nature reserves on one of the few undeveloped stretches of the Sussex coast.
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![Pulborough Brooks, West Sussex]()
Pulborough Brooks, West Sussex
Set in the beautiful Arun Valley, Pulborough Brooks is an ideal place to bring your class.
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![Rainham Marshes, Essex]()
Rainham Marshes, Essex
Thrilling encounters with the natural world in an urban environment.
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![Ribble Discovery Centre, Lancashire]()
Ribble Discovery Centre, Lancashire
Join us to experience magical mud, hidden habitats and amazing animals.
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![Rye Meads, Herfordshire]()
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![Saltholme, County Durham]()
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![Sandwell Valley, West Midlands]()
Sandwell Valley, West Midlands
Escape for an hour or two at this oasis for wildlife, less than five miles from the centre of Birmingham.
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Prices
From 1st April 2018 prices are as follows
Primary & Early Years per pupil (inc VAT)
- £4 per two-hour session, £6.50 for two sessions to make a full day.
- There is a minimum charge of £80 for a half day and £130 for a full day.
Secondary KS3 and KS4 per Student (inc VAT)
- £5 per two-hour session, or £8 for a full day.
- There is a minimum charge of £100 half day and £160 for a full day.
A-level per student (inc VAT)
- £6 for a half day, or £10 for a full day.
- There is a minimum charge of £100 for a half day and £160 for a full day.
These are our standard prices, there may be some local variation - please check when making your booking.
Downloadable forms
PDF, 32Kb.
Visit guidelines for teachersWord doc, 35Kb.
Risk AssessmentPDF, 119Kb.
RSPB school visits evaluation formPowerPoint, 954kb
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