Schools & Groups Days Out

How to find us

Free parking for cars and coaches.CONKERS: Rawdon Road (B586), Moira,Nr Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Derbyshire DE12 6GA.

Education Department

Tel: 01283 213 731education@visitconkers.comwww.visitconkers.com/education

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FROM THE SOUTHM42Leave the M42 at J11, travelnorth west on the A444towards Burton-on-Trent.After approximately 2 miles,when reaching the village ofOverseal turn right at thejunction with the B5003 forthe Waterside Centre or takethe next right at thecrossroads and follow thisroad up to the T junction.Turn immediately righttowards Moira and you willfind the Discovery Centreentrance approximately 100yards on your right.

FROM THE NORTH A42Leave the A42 at the junctionto Measham, travel south tothe traffic lights. Turn right onto the B586 towards Moira.CONKERS is clearly signed onthe junction with the B5003 atMoira. Travel straight aheadfor approximately half a milefor the Discovery Centreentrance or turn left at thisjunction and follow the roadfor the Waterside Centre.

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IntroductionLocated in 120 acres of woodland with ponds andlakes, classroom facilities and interactive exhibits,CONKERS offers an excellent environment foroutdoor education, team building and outdoorpursuits and has been awarded both the LOTC(Learning Outside the Classroom) Quality Badgeand AdventureMark Activity Badge.All children, students and adults taking part in an educationprogramme are required to pay the basic educationadmission charge of £5.50 AND £6.50 AND £7.50 EXTRA ADULTS ALONG WITH THE ACTIVITY COST,apart from the Team Building and Theme Day packageson pages 11 and 12 which include the educationadmission charge.

We offer a range of activities andeducation programmes at CONKERS!

A special dayat CONKERSTo assist your visit planning,CONKERS offers free pre- visits for teachers and groupleaders to help you choosethe most appropriateRanger-Led activities andSelf-Led Activities to suit theneeds of the group (pleasetelephone in advance toarrange a suitable date).

Alongside the pre-view visits,we provide activity and siterisk assessments and free sitemaps. We hold £5 million ofPublic Liability Insurance.

Both Discovery andWaterside sites offer fulldisabled access – includingtoilets, restaurants and aretail shop. Outdoors thetrain and a good proportionof the trails are wheelchairfriendly.

There are covered areasavailable at both theWaterside and Discovery

Centres where children cansit and eat with theirfriends, plus plenty ofoutdoor space when theweather is nice! Our OliveTree Restaurant is open allyear round should yourgroup wish to purchaselunch or refreshments.Children’s ‘Boxed Lunches’are available in advancefrom £4.95 each. Dollytubs are provided to storebags and lunch boxeswhile groups undertakeRanger-Led activities.

Our final booking form alsoincludes discounted offerson the ‘CONKERS SouvenirPacks’ at £3.00 each and Icelollies at £1.40 each shouldyou wish to treat yourgroup while they are here.

For your booking form pleasecall 01283 213731 or emaileducation@visitconkers.com ordownload the booking form from theeducation section of our website.

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SpecialThemed Days

featuring, for example The StoneAge and Roman Days: Children

get to enjoy a full day ofworkshops discovering how

people lived in Britain in timesgone by. Everyone is encouragedto dress up in period costume for

a total immersion in history.

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TeacherSelf-Led Visits

Plan your own day of educationand fun enjoying all the facilities

CONKERS has to offer.

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A Range ofOutdoorPursuits

Including water and land basedactivities: Why not try somethingnew? Fantastic add-on activities

at affordable prices!

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Robin’s “Winter Warmers”

ChristmasProgramme

Led by our team of CONKERS Elves,this fantastic themed experience

includes craft, refreshments,storytime and a woodland walk to

visit Santa - A truly magicalexperience not to be missed!

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High & LowRopes AerialAdventure

Both of these courses offerdifferent and exciting challenges.

A fun and exciting activity that canhelp build confidence.

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Team BuildingDays

Team Building DaysThe perfect choice for smaller group

bookings, providing a half day or full day of team building challenges.

NEW E-ScootersYour Ranger led safari begins as

your group heads out to uncover unseen and beautiful locations around CONKERS.

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Giant SleepoversAll sleepovers take place on

a Saturday night into Sunday morning and are much loved by

group leaders and parents.

Residential Opportunities

The YHA provides the residentialpackage while CONKERS will

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High RopesActivities

The ultimate team ropeschallenges for children aged

14 years plus.

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BespokeProgrammesFun, hands on Ranger-Led

experiences tailored to suit yourindividual learning needs.

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Ranger-LedEducation

ProgrammesA great opportunity for thechildren to consolidate and

extend classroom learning bytaking part in one of our

Ranger-Led sessions.

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Ranger-LedEducation ProgrammesDesigned to closely support the NationalCurriculum and in particular the QCA Schemes ofwork CONKERS offer a range of programmes forPrimary and Secondary groups supporting thefollowing subjects: science, geography,mathematics, literacy, physical education, art,design and technology.

HERE AT CONKERSWE OFFER A CHOICEOF 20 ONE-HOURRANGER-LEDACTIVITIES COSTINGEITHER £36, £48 OR£59 FOR UP TO 35CHILDREN PER GROUP.It really is simple! YOUchoose a visit date and theRanger-Led activities and wewill organise your day’sschedule for you.

In addition to your chosenactivity / activities, we willschedule train transfersbetween the two sites, 4D Cinema viewings, time at the Adventure Playground, time to eat Lunch, time to explore both the indoor exhibits andoutdoor trails and time tovisit the CONKERS Shop!

Early Years Foundation Stage / Key Stage 1All RANGER-LED ACTIVITIES last one hour and can accommodate up to 35 children.

TEDDY BEAR’SGRAND ADVENTURE The Conkers Teddy Bear Hunt takes the children through the woodlands where they learn what can be made from the different trees.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 3 – 6 YEARS

MOTHER NATUREDESIGNERUsing their five senses, the children are encouraged to discover the various colours, textures and sounds of nature.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 3 – 7 YEARS

BUG HUNTINGLed by our Ranger, thechildren will take part in aminibeast hunt, learningabout the meaning andimportance of habitats.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 4 – 7 YEARS

WHERE DO I GO?Using their CONKERS maps,the children go in search ofletters located around ourwoodland trails to find thesecret word.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 5 – 7 YEARS

MUD MONSTERSA basic introduction to foodchains,this sensoryinteractive sessionencourages the children todiscover who eats who?COST £36.00AGE RANGE 5 – 7 YEARS

SECRET LIFE OF SEEDSThe children are encouragedto find and identify differentseeds and discuss how theymight be dispersed.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 5 – 7 YEARS

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MARVELLOUS MATHSDiscover the fun side ofmaths in this interactivesession packed with practical challenges.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 5 – 7 YEARS

BAREFOOT WALKWhether undertaken as aRanger-Led activity, as partof a group exercise or underyour own steam it is justsimply fun, fun, fun!COST £36.00(IF RANGER-LED)

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Ranger-Led Activity Programmes KS2 and KS3All RANGER-LED ACTIVITIES last one hour and can accommodate up to 35 children.

HABITATS &MINIBEASTSThis hands-on interactiveactivity encourages thechildren to become wildlifedetectives. The children willlearn about the meaningand importance of varioushabitats.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 7 – 11 YEARS

SECRET LIFE OF SEEDSDuring an interactivewoodland walk the childrenlearn about seed dispersaland how plants grow fromseeds and the factorsneeded for this to happen.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 7 – 11 YEARS

MARVELLOUS MATHSDiscover the fun side ofmaths in this interactivesession packed with practicalchallenges.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 7 – 11 YEARS

WOODLAND WEBThis session explores foodwebs with the childrentaking a closer look at therelationship betweenpredators and prey.COST £48.00AGE RANGE 7+ YEARS

UNDERWATERWONDERLANDA Ranger-Led session wherethe children will try theirhands at pond dipping,using identification chartsthe children will identifywhat they have caught!COST £48.00AGE RANGE 7+ YEARS

CANS COMPOST & PAPERThe children will look at theways we can recycledifferent materials andproducts and how we cando this plus they will maketheir own recycled paper.Messy but fun!COST £48.00AGE RANGE 7+YEARS

SHELTER BUILDINGThe children are given thetask of building a structureusing natural woodlandmaterials, in the shape of atepee, shack or hut.COST £48.00AGE RANGE 7+ YEARS

OUTDOOR ADVENTUREUsing CONKERS maps, thechildren go in search ofpicture clues and riddleslocated across our Discoverysite. But who will get backfirst with all the correctanswers!COST £36.00AGE RANGE 8+ YEARS

BUSHCRAFT EXPLORERThis challenging programmeis split into two separateelements: building a shelterand creating a fire. As partof this session, the childrenare given the opportunity to toast their ownmarshmallows.COST £48.00AGES RANGE 8+ YEARS

BUSHCRAFT SURVIVOR(2 HOUR SESSION)As for Bushcraft Explorerhowever this programme isextended to cover basiccooking skills. As part of thissession, the children aregiven the opportunity tomake s’mores and hotchocolate.COST £59.00AGE RANGE 8+ YEARS

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CONSTRUCTION DERBYWorking to a set ofinstructions, the children will be required to identify, sort and construct the various parts and components ofa ‘flat-pack’ scooter.COST £48.00AGES RANGE 8+ YEARS

ASSAULT COURSECHALLENGEProvided with a bucket ofwater, you will work as ateam navigating your wayover and through our 18obstacle assault course.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 8+ YEARS

BAREFOOT WALKCHALLENGEWorking in pairs, with oneas the guide and theirpartner blind-folded, eachpair has to navigate theirway through our 17 troughsthat contain a variety ofmaterials.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 8+ YEARS

FROM COAL TOCONKERSLearn about regenerationand sustainabledevelopment in thisinteractive Ranger-Ledsession.COST £36.00AGE RANGE 10+ YEARS

TeacherSelf-Led VisitsAre you looking for aschool trip on a budget,in which case a teacherSelf-Led day is theperfect choice for youand your class! CONKERS can assist you in

planning your Self-Led visitby offering free pre-visits forteachers and group leaders.We are happy to provideadvice about the mostsuitable activities to suit theneeds of the group (pleasetelephone in advance toarrange a suitable date).

As part of the admissionprice, you and your childrenwill have full access to theCONKERS site, the 4D Cinema the Conkerchoo train, theAdventure Playground, theAmphitheatre, the indoorinteractive exhibits andoutdoor activity trails andthe CONKERS Shop!

PRICES(ADMISSION ONLY)

CHILDREN FREE(UNDER 3 YEARS)

CHILD £5.50(3-15 YRS)WITH 1 ADULT FREE FOREVERY 5 PAYING CHILDREN

STUDENT £6.50(16 YEARS +)WITH 1 ADULT FREE FOREVERY 10 PAYING STUDENTS

ADULT £7.50ADMISSION

1:1 CARERS / FREEHELPERS

(ALL PRICES BASED ON AMINIMUM BOOKING OF10 CHILDREN/ STUDENTS)

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High & Low RopesAerial AdventureThis fun-packed experience is essential for allyou budding adrenaline junkies out there!A really great way to build confidence andconquer your fears! Following a safety briefingfrom one of our instructors, get harnessed upand off you go to take on one of Conker’sadrenaline pumping aerial challenges.There are five elements to choose from.

Children aged 5 plus and over 1m tall can accessboth the low ropes and climbing wall, whilechildren aged 8 plus and over 1.4m tall can accessany of the five elements.

PRICESEACH ACTIVITY COSTS£4.50 PER PARTICIPANTIN ADDITION TO THEADMISSION OR TEAMBUILDING PACKAGE PRICE.

High Ropes TeamBuilding ActivitiesAll Team Ropes Activities are run in groupsof 10-12 people for approximately one hourand are aimed at children aged 14 years oldand older.

PRICESAS A STAND ALONE ADVENTURE,£9.50 PER PERSON.EACH ACTIVITY COSTS£4.50 PER PARTICIPANTIN ADDITION TO THEADMISSION OR TEAMBUILDING PACKAGE PRICE.

THE HIGH ROPESADVENTUREHAVE 12 AERIAL SECTIONS to complete – with climbingnets and high levelwalkways. The High Ropescourse is approximately 10metres above ground butparticipants are alwaysclipped on to the safe roller system.

THE LOW ROPESCOURSEis just the ticket for juniorvisitors to traverse and buildconfidence – OFFERING 9 DIFFERENT AND EXCITING CHALLENGES. The course is up to 3 metres above the ground and participants are always clipped on to the safety rail as they negotiate the obstacles and there’s always help at hand if you get stuck!

THE CLIMBING WALLis approximately 10 metreshigh – it has many routesand uses a belay system toensure that climbers arealways safe.

THE AMAZINGPOWERFANDESCENDERis 13 metres high – step offthe platform and into thevoid and you will experiencethe sensation of free-falling– before your descent isslowed at the last minute– a real leap of faith!

BEST OF ALL –THE FAST AND FURIOUS100 METRE ZIP WIRE– is a great way to finishthe course!

All Group Bookings are tocomplete a Ropes DisclaimerForm, to include allparticipants which must bepresented on the day oftheir visit/booking.

*Discounted Group Bookings for Ropes Activities are only available during Term-Time.

JACOBS LADDER

This is a giantswinging ladderof 6-inch beamsreaching 12 metres /40 foot high. Ateam of 2-4 peopleattempt to climb as high upthe ladder as possible. It isimportant to work as a teamin order to make progress.This task is quite physicaland involves an amount ofstrength, flexibility andagility. As the team climbshigher the challengeincreases as the spacebetween the rungs getslarger. The rest of the teamare involved in holding theropes and offeringencouragement and help.Not everyone gets to the topbut everyone enjoys trying!

CRATESTACKThe aim is to build a towerof crates as high as you canbefore it topples and comescrashing down. Thechallenge is that at least oneteam member must bestood on the top of thetower. The whole team isinvolved with building thetower and need to worktogether to support it andpass more crates to whoeveris on the top. There arevarious ways to build thetower depending on thelevel of challenge required,from a base of just 2 crateswith 2 people on the topmaking it super wobbly, to abase of 4 with just oneclimber on the top making itmore stable and accessibleto all.

GLADIATORCHALLENGERace your partnerto the top of ourGladiator challenge.Wooden rungs, verticalmonkey bars, scramble netsand tyres will be in your wayas you strive to be thechampion. Who will be theUltimate Gladiator?

TRAPEZEClimb up to our9 metre trapezeplatform and thenjump to catchingthe hangingtrapeze bar. Thebar can be moved closer orfurther away to make theleap easier or more difficultdepending on the level ofchallenge you want. Missand you’ll be in free-fall untilthe safety rope pulls tightfour sets.

ALL ABOARDClimb our 9 metrepole where youwill discover asmall platform atthe top on whichyou must balance. Yourteammates will take it inturns to climb up and joinyou. The more people whoreach the top, the trickier itbecomes to keep yourbalance. When all membersare at the top, holding ontoeach other, they lean backputting their trust in theother team members. This isan exhilarating test of nerveand skill.

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Outdoor PursuitsFor group bookings only, we offer a selectionof outdoor pursuit activities that can now bepurchased as ‘ADD-ON ACTIVITIES’AT £5.00 PER ACTIVITY PER PERSON,in conjunction with the Education / GroupAdmission or a Team Building Package.

Our outdoor pursuit’s activities are growingever more popular with our school childrenenjoying amazing fun packed adventuredays combining water sports andRanger-Led activities.Minimum group booking of 12 applies.

ALL OUTDOOR PURSUITSACTIVITIES RUN FOR AMINIMUM OF 1 HOUR.THESE INCLUDE:

PEDAL GO-KARTINGLed by a Ranger this activityinvolves an off-road trekthrough our local woodlandsin a full size adjustable pedalgo kart. Full instructionprovided.AGE RANGE 8+YEARS

KATA-CANOEINGThese water vessels are really stable, so perfect foryounger children. Each boattakes up to 6 people soteamwork andcommunication tomanoeuvre these canoes iskey! Full instruction andbuoyancy aids provided.AGE RANGE 6+YEARS

ARCHERYDo you have the natural skills of an archer?With the help and support of our fully qualified instructor, each archer will take their turn to fire arrows at the target. Can you hit the bullseye?AGE RANGE 8+YEARS

RISK ASSESSMENTS AREAVAILABLE FOR ALL OUROUTDOOR PURSUITACTIVITIES.

PRICESEACH ACTIVITY COSTS£5.00 PER PARTICIPANTIN ADDITION TO THEGROUP ADMISSION ORTEAM BUILDING PACKAGE

Team BuildingCome along and enjoy a tailor-made Team Building Day, set in the Heart of the National Forest. Our team building activities are aimed at our 8yrs+ visitors and focus on developing skills in communication, leadership, trust and decision making.Minimum group booking of 10 applies.

BUILDING RESILIANCE

TEAM BUILDING DAY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

SHELTER BUILDING

BUSHCRAFT

ORIENTEERING

BLIND-FOLDED BAREFOOT WALK CHALLENGE

CONSTRUCTION DERBY 10+YEARS

ASSAULT COURSE CHALLENGE(8+YEARS)

PRICES

CHILD PRICE (8-15YRS)INCLUDES ADMISSIONPLUS 1 ADULT FREE FOREVERY 5 PAYING CHILDREN

2 X ACTIVITIES £8.50

3 X ACTIVITIES £12.50

TEAM BUILD PLUSOFFERS 2 TEAM BUILD ACTIVITIES PLUS WITH EITHER1 X ROPES ACTIVITY OR1 X OUTDOOR PURSUIT ACTIVITY FOR £17.50

STUDENT PRICE (16YRS+)INCLUDES ADMISSIONPLUS 1 FREE ADULT WITHEVERY 10 PAYING STUDENTS

3 X ACTIVITIES £15.00

TEAM BUILD PLUSOFFERS 2 TEAM BUILDACTIVITIES PLUS WITH EITHER1 X ROPES ACTIVITY OR1 X OUTDOOR PURSUITACTIVITY FOR £19.50

E-SCOOTER SafarisHead out as a team on an easy to use electric scooter through the CONKERS Safari Trail on your own expedition led by our team of Rangers. Each trail offers great views, as well as historic nuggets of information along the way!

Donning all the supplied safety gear, these low speed vehicles will transform UK transportation for the better, and you all have the opportunity to have a go on them here at CONKERS first!

Want to know more? Email your enquiry to education@ visitconkers.com

MINIMUM OF 10 PEOPLE PER GROUP

MINIMUM AGE 8 YEARS, HEIGHT OF 1.4M AND OVER

£15 PER PERSON FOR A 1 HOUR SAFARI

INCLUDES BOTTLE OF WATER & SNACK BAR

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Theme DaysFollowing its enormous success, CONKERS Heritage Theme Days are available twice a year either in Spring or Autumn Terms.

Please call 01283 213 731 to find out availability now.

Bespoke ProgrammesAs part of these experiences,children will enjoy a full dayof workshops discoveringhow people lived in Britainin times gone by. Everyone isencouraged to dress up inperiod costume (with warmclothes underneath!) for atotal immersion in history.The smells and sounds willmake the period come tolife and enhance thechildren’s learning.

Experience Curriculum Inspired Live History:

ROMANS

STONE AGE

ANGLO-SAXONS

EGYPTIAN

GREEKS

Additional dates can be added throughout the year.

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Are you covering a topic in the classroom that would lend itself well to outdoor learning? Here at CONKERS children are encouraged to put their learning into meaningful context through hands-on practical sessions. Let us know and together we can deliver a fun and memorable learning experience.

ADAPTED PROGRAMMESWe are also happy to adapt our educationalprogrammes to meet the needs of SEN groups.

PRICESFROM £36.00 FOR A1 HOUR RANGER-LEDSESSION FOR A GROUPOF UP TO 35 CHILDREN

PRICES£9.00 PER CHILD WITH1 FREE ADULT WITHEVERY 5 PAYING CHILDREN.THIS PRICE INCLUDESALL WORKSHOPS ANDACTIVITIES, ALL-DAYADMITTANCE TO CONKERS,FREE PARKING, STORAGEFOR BAGS AND COVEREDAREAS WHERE CHILDRENCAN SIT AND EAT.

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Robin’sWinter WarmerThis programme runs on weekdays duringDecember only. Be greeted from your coachby one of Santa’s Elves before you set off onyour journey into a world of enchantmentand education aboard the Santa Express.This is most suitable for children aged 3 to 11years old.

CONKERS Group Sleepovers A great experience for group leaders to offer within a safe a secure space. Don’t forget to put teddy bear on the kit list and bring your favourite film for your ‘Cinema Experience With Snack’.

Once it is time to settle, our late night dark walls are great for shadow puppet tales and before you realise it, it’s time to get a nights rest.

When you rise, a choice of cereals with milk, toast with jam and juice is available. Of course, seconds are available to all who clear their plates, bowls and cups.

This 1½ hour programmestarts with the childrenmaking their very ownChristmas Robin beforelistening to a story aboutRobin and his friends andhow they survive the chillywinter months. The childrenwill then be offered a cookieand some juice and theadults will enjoy a mince pieand a hot drink beforeembarking on a magicalwinter wonderland walkthrough the woodlands insearch of the creaturesfrom the story.

Upon entering the forestgarden children will havethe opportunity to meetSanta Clause in hiswoodland lodge andreceive a small gift.

A truly magical experiencenot to be missed!

PRICES£7.95 PER CHILD(1 ADULT FREE WITHEVERY 5 PAYING CHILDREN)

ADDITIONAL ADULTS£6.00 EACH

SO, IF YOU ARELOOKING FOR ARESIDENTIAL PACKAGE?

Call us now on01283 213731Or email your enquiry to education@ visitconkers.com

ResidentialOpportunitiesLooking to organise a residential trip?

Over the last four years CONKERS hassuccessfully worked with YHA NationalForest in providing a growing number ofResidential Education / Activity breaks forPrimary School children, Special Education Needs Groups and many others.YHA provide Bed, Breakfast, Evening Meal anda packed lunch while CONKERS educational teamand rangers can provide the Learning Programmesand Adventure Activities to suit your needs.

MINIMUM NUMBERS: 100 CHILDREN OR £1895.00 PLUS ADULTS

MAXIMUM NUMBERS: 250 INCLUDING ADULTSCOST PER CHILD 18.95COST PER ADULT £9.95

Want to know more? Email your enquiry to education@ visitconkers.com

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