EDUCATION: Resources & Information for Schools

At Ford & Etal we value the need to give children a real experience and that is exactly what we offer. All our sites are still in their original states and are fully operational, whether it is Heatherslaw Corn Mill still producing flour or Lady Waterford Hall being used as a village hall. This allows children to understand the contrast of the past and the present and gives them an experience covering all areas of the curriculum in a way which is accessible to them.

We offer an excellent hands-on experience for educational visits. Our well informed, friendly and helpful staff will tailor your visit to meet your requirements on a single subject or cross curricular. Teachers are offered a free site visit to find out how a trip to Ford & Etal can be a fun day out as well as educationally rewarding.

Before your visit why not borrow one of our resource boxes which cover Key Stages 1, 2 and 3? Just give Ford & Etal a ring on 01890 820338 to discuss your requirements or if it is more convenient drop us an email and we will respond as quickly as possible.

We hope we have provided you with all the information you need to start planning your visit but if you do require any further information or assistance please do not hesitate to contact us.

INFORMATION

Maximum party size: 60
Minimum party size: 11

(It may be necessary to split groups if there are large numbers of children)

Admission Prices

£6.00 per Student*
£6.00 per Adult
(1 Half-price adult with every 14 children)*

Open: April-October; other times by arrangement for pre-booked school visits. Visits normally start at 10.30 am and run until 2.00 pm (working within the school day and school bus times). Outside of the constraints of school buses, everything is possible! Groups are welcome to stay all day and have no time limits within any of the facilities. We have a large class-sized picnic area and an indoor room for storing bags or eating lunch if the weather is inclement, or the option of a tearoom.

Time is allowed in the shop where a variety of pocket-money toys and gifts are on sale. In addition you may purchase pre-prepared goody bags made up to any value (£2.50 is common). These include items such as a pencil, rubber, sharpener and a badge. These goody-bags can be ordered when you book your visit.

*Access to Lady Waterford Hall, Heatherslaw Mill, Etal Castle and a journey on the Steam Train.