Explore!  Discover!  Investigate!  Celebrate life!   Exciting courses and programmes tailored for children, young people and adults in our 17th century Hampshire barn in a beautiful setting.  The centre is fully accessible and well equipped. 

Tailored, Curriculum Linked Programmes
Specialising in ‘learning outside the classroom’, we offer a wide range of courses to students of schools and colleges, on landscape, ecology, natural history, life in the 18th century and the history of the Antarctic and Africa.  Programmes are devised and delivered by professional staff.  The great diversity of the area lends itself to the development of cross-curricular themes, and programmes are designed for all ages and abilities, providing ideal opportunities to enhance and enrich the National Curriculum.  Our particular strength is tailoring a programme to suit your individual requirements.  

To arrange a free pre-visit to discuss your individual requirements
Contact:  Simon Millard at our Field Studies Centre on 01420 511517.

Wednesday 8th September
9.30am - 4.30pm
Field Studies Centre Open Invitation to Teachers
Free of charge – advance booking essential.
Phone 01420 511517 to book.
An opportunity for teachers to visit the Gilbert White Field Studies Centre, situated in a magnificent 17th century Hampshire barn, set in the beautiful surroundings of Gilbert White’s House & Gardens.  The Field Studies Centre offers an exciting, investigative approach to learning in the environment for pupils of all ages and abilities.
Our wide range of curriculum linked, differentiated programmes are led by professional staff and are tailored to the individual requirements of each school, college or organisation. 
Please contact our teacher, Simon Millard, to arrange your visit to appreciate the wide range of facilities and sessions on offer.

Lifelong Learning
The Field Studies Centre is an ideal venue for a range of courses, talks and programmes.  Please see our Events Page for details of forthcoming opportunities.

Summer Holiday Activities Book Now!
Wild @ White’s

Admission for all sessions is via the main museum entrance.
Sessions are based at the Field Studies Centre, our 16th century Hampshire barn, set in the 25 acres of Gilbert White’s Garden.

Key to Sessions
Family Fun – £10 per child
Timed 2 hour sessions, children to be accompanied.
Usual adult admission charges apply.
Pre-booking not essential but advised.

Drop-in Activities £3.00/ child
Drop by for 30 minutes or so, children to be accompanied.
Usual adult admission charges apply.
No pre-booking required.

Explorer Sessions £15.00 child
Timed 2 hour sessions, activities for 8+ years.
No adults allowed!
Pre-booking essential!Monday  26th July 10.30am -12.30pm Family Fun
Field Studies Taster Session
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Week beginning 26th July
Tuesday  27th July 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Brilliant Bugs
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Wednesday  28th July, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Tree Tales and Trails
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Thursday 29th July, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Magical Meadows
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Friday  30th July, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Secrets of Seeds
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Week beginning 2nd August
Monday 2nd August, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Brilliant Bugs
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Wednesday 4th August, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Tree Tales and Trails
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Thursday 5th August, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Magical Meadows
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Friday 6th August, 10.30am -12.30 pm Family Fun
Secrets of Seeds
or drop in between 1.00pm -4.00pm

Week beginning 9th August
Monday 9th August, 10.30am -12.30pm Family Fun
Forest Families
Monday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Family Fun

Tuesday 10th August, 10.00am -12.00 noon Explorer Session 
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275
Make it Muddy am / Wild Wood pm
Tuesday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275

Wednesday 11th August,10.00am -12.00 noon Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275
Wild Wood am / Make it Muddy pm
Wednesday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275

Thursday  12th August, 10.00am -12.00 noon Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275
Forest Flames am / Shelter Building pm
Thursday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275
    
Friday 13th August, 10.00am – 12.00 noon Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275
Shelter Building am / Forest Flames pm
Friday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Explorer Session
Pre-booking essential! 01420 511275

 Essential Information
All sessions involve some outdoor exploration and includes some craft or creative activities.
Rugged footwear, washable, warm and waterproof clothing essential!

Children remain the responsibility of their accompanying adults at all times, except those pre-booked onto an Explorer Session.

Explorer Sessions are limited to 16 children – so book early!

 

Venue Hire Available
This magnificent 17th century Hampshire barn is available for day, evening or weekend hire for meetings, conferences, one-off events and celebrations.  Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

info@gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk

01420 511275