Field Studies Council

Geography, biology, cross curricular fieldwork all key stages, natural history, arts, family courses. 17 UK Centres, 80yrs experience.
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Did you hear that?! 👀🐦

From crackly early recordings to today’s cutting-edge tech, wildlife sound recording has transformed how we discover and understand the natural world 🌍🎧

Join our upcoming webinar to explore the evolution, and future, of capturing nature’s soundtrack.

Animals Live in Concert: The Evolution and Future of Sound Recording
📅 Wednesday 10 June 2026
⏰ 1–2pm

Reserve your spot and tune in! https://t.co/PiiUomw162

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We're celebrating World Environment Day 🌍

We’re proud to be making meaningful progress towards a lower-carbon future, from cutting emissions and reducing energy use, to greener travel and sustainable kitchens.

Every action counts, and together we’re building a more sustainable way forward 💚

#WorldEnvironmentDay #NowForClimate @unep

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From puffins to pine martens, which creature do you think should be on our next banknotes? 🐦️

The Bank of England has shortlisted 18 incredible UK species to feature on future £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes, and now it’s up to the public to help decide!

From the much-loved hedgehog and red fox to the colourful kingfisher and Atlantic puffin, even a humble bumblebee could soon be in your wallet. 💷

🗳️ You can vote for up to six favourites before 3rd July. While the final decision rests with the Bank of England, public opinion will play a key role.

Which would you choose? Find out more here: https://t.co/4YjhYdmoNM

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🌊 Dale Fort, Pembrokeshire
Are you searching for the perfect coastal classroom - packed with discovery, with access to a rich range of shoreline habitats and study sites? Then Dale Fort will tick all your boxes!

🌬️ Perched high on the cliffs of the Pembrokeshire coast, this historic fort offers easy access to rocky shores, sandy bays and marine habitats.

🦀 From intertidal ecology to ocean processes, students can explore diverse coastal environments while developing key fieldwork skills across biology, geography, geology and environmental science.

We’re here to make your visit as smooth as possible, from kit provision to planning support.
If you’d like to discuss the details for your next visit, we’d love to help support you through the possibilities.

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📩 Email: [email protected]
📍 Explore the site: https://t.co/dpNywClMCw

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We're running two free IB teacher webinars this month to boost your confidence in delivering fieldwork that truly engages your students.

✅ Practical fieldwork ideas
✅ Expert-led online sessions
✅ Designed specifically for IB teachers

👉 Book your free place now on our statistics or geography sessions:
https://t.co/7zrmRMr9Kx

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Planning time away with your youth group?

Our centres across England, Scotland and Wales offer a range of flexible spaces designed to support groups just like yours.

From comfortable accommodation and spacious communal areas to classrooms and outdoor spaces, everything is set up to help groups learn, connect and spend time together.

We also offer a choice of catering options, including self-catered or fully-catered stays, with meals that can be tailored to different dietary needs.

*We have some last-minute availability during the summer, for either exclusive or non-exclusive stays:
-10% off non-exclusive stays
-25% off 2+ nights exclusive hire stays

Use code SUMMER26 when you enquire to take advantage of these great deals.

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July is bursting with creativity across our centres! 🎨🌿

Our centres are hosting a range of creative experiences designed to help you slow down and make something meaningful. From nature-inspired crafts to immersive and hands-on workshops, there’s plenty to enjoy throughout the month.

🎨 Start your next creative journey: https://t.co/8IGkZ1pZvV

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☀️ Help us get "Every Child Outdoors" by donating to fund outdoor learning for children who can’t afford school trips. 🌱

🌳 Right now, too many children are missing out on the simple opportunity to learn and explore outdoors. Nearly half of children in the UK miss school trips because of the cost - that's 4.5 million lost chances to connect with nature. 🐞

📚️ We believe outdoor learning shouldn’t be a privilege. It should be part of every child’s education. ⛰️

🙂 Your contribution can help remove financial barriers and ensure more children can take part in life-changing experiences outside the classroom.

👉 Donate here: https://t.co/zekoCVIP6I

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We’re excited to be supporting this year’s @The_GA Festival of Fieldwork 🎉

Throughout June, we’ll be celebrating geography in action by bringing our learner community to life through data, stories, and real-world experiences.

Here’s what we’ll be doing:
📍 Mapping our learners: using GIS to create a live visual of where our geography learners are exploring
📸 Capturing fieldwork in action: our teachers will be sharing photos from their fieldwork at our UK locations
🗺️ Connecting it all: linking these images to our interactive map to showcase fieldwork experiences
🏅 Celebrating participation: teachers will receive a certificate for completing fieldwork this month

We can’t wait to see our shared map grow and highlight the power of fieldwork in bringing geography to life.

#FestivalOfFieldwork #NationalFestivalofFieldwork

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Ready to plan your next family adventure? 🧭

Join the Field Studies Council for a Family Activity Weekend in Eryri, based at @FSCRhydyCreuau.

📅 Friday 14th August – Monday 17th August

Explore North Wales together through hands-on activities like river surveys, bushcraft, orienteering and creative environmental art, all designed for families to enjoy learning outdoors together.

👉 Book now: https://t.co/3b1XCzGKUa

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Earlier this month at @FSCNettlecombe, in Somerset students took part in our A Level Skills for the Independent Investigation course, a geography fieldwork course designed to prepare them for their Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) and beyond.

We spoke to their teacher, who was visiting the centre for the fifth time. He recognises the value of combining expert fieldwork teaching with a residential experience in a new environment.
Paul explained some of the further reaching benefits he sees when attending a residential with us:

“Social confidence, a sense of belonging in a large cohort, and environmental awareness - understanding the diversity of the UK.”

Read our latest case study and find out the ways a geography trip is actually the start of much bigger things: https://t.co/cMgKEUaOBP

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Why does sedge identification matter? Sedges play a key role in habitat classification and can act as important indicator species across a range of environments. Accurate identification supports:
🌾Habitat assessment
🌾Ecological surveys
🌾Conservation decision-making

However, they are often seen as one of the more challenging plant groups to identify in the field. Our new Sedges guide has been developed to support ecologists and surveyors with clear, practical identification features.

This is the last chance to get our new Sedges AIDGAP at a reduced price of £20 (regular RRP £25). UK mainland orders are also currently applicable for free postage on publication orders of £30 or more.

Order before the end of the month for the offer price: https://t.co/yZQerUNUng

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⏳ Step back in time

Could the past hold the key to understanding the present? 🤔

At our History Camp, young people aged 16–18 will explore some of the UK’s most fascinating locations. From castles and ancient settlements to industrial heritage sites, uncover the stories that shaped them.

You’ll piece together history through real-world experiences, develop new skills, and meet like-minded people along the way. No prior experience needed, just curiosity and enthusiasm!

✅ Suitable for the residential section of the Gold @DofE
Residential

We have two new exciting locations for this year's camps too! Rhyd-y-Creuau in North Wales and Nettlecombe Court in Somerset.

Ready to start your journey into the past?
👉 https://t.co/3SZ2xriRz0

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Aquatic and wetland habitats are among our most fascinating landscapes 👌

This July we will be exploring wetland plants, learning how to identify key species and tell close lookalikes apart through close inspection and field skills.

Same course, 'Native Plants of Ponds and Marshes', two locations:
@FSCSlaptonLey, Devon: Tuesday 7th July to Thursday 9th July
@FSCFlatfordMill, Suffolk: Monday 20th July to Wednesday 22nd July

Both sites are at their best in mid‑summer, when wetlands are full of life and detail.

Find out more and book here: https://t.co/obSsrOp3il

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🌿 Castle Head, in Cumbria is the perfect location for students to explore a wide range of environments in one place.

🌾 Set within 20 hectares of a private estate beside the River Winster, the centre gives access to woodland, grassland, freshwater habitats and nearby rural landscapes, all within easy reach.

🧭 Students can investigate river processes, land use and environmental change while developing practical fieldwork skills through hands-on data collection and enquiry-based learning.

We work hard to make your trip as accessible as possible, from providing equipment to pre-course planning. If you are looking to discuss dates for your next day or residential visit please get in touch to discuss your options.

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📩 Email: [email protected]
📍 Take a look at our stunning field sites: https://t.co/eo1RZ1MkRk

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Happy World Otter Day! 🦦

These amazingly adapted animals are making a comeback to UK waterways. After a serious decline in the 20th century, otters have required the help of humans to bring them back. Recovery over the past twenty years now means that otters are present again in every English county.

From waterproof fur to underwater vision, their adaptations allow them to thrive in aquatic environments – swipe through to learn more! 🦦

#WorldOtterDay

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📣 Today is the last chance to get your application in for our Young Darwin Scholarship.📣

100% of scholars from 2025 would recommend the scholarship to other young people with an interest in nature.

We have been successfully running this programme since 2012 and have awarded scholarships to over 450 young people.

Apply now: https://t.co/KP6yNKQJ3m

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Today, we’re launching our "Every Child Outdoors" campaign.

Every child deserves the chance to connect with nature, but nearly half of children are missing out on school trips due to the cost.

A residential trip can be transformational in so many ways, building resilience and confidence, improving communication and teamwork skills, and making new connections with their peers and with the natural world.

A donation to our appeal will help us say yes to more requests for support from schools needing funded places to access outdoor education.

“Seeing my students thrive outdoors has transformed my perspective. I’ve witnessed increased confidence, teamwork, and curiosity in ways that don’t always surface in the classroom.” - Teacher

Donate here: https://t.co/8f2B5lnRzw

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For many ecologists, developing strong botanical skills starts in the field 🌿

Our Botanical Skills for Ecologists course has helped participants build confidence in plant identification through practical, tutor-led learning and hands-on experience.

“Very clear knowledgeable and patient tutor. Lots of practical experience and good use of ID guides” – 2025 participant.

Join us for two days exploring indicator species, wildflowers, grasses and the core skills used in UKHab and NVC survey work. 🌸 👇️

Book your place: https://t.co/o95G1zoW5E

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Missed our last Biodiversity Newsletter? Not to worry, you can view it here and sign up to receive our next issue! 👇️ 🌾

Biodiversity Newsletter - Grasses, Sedges and Rushes issue: https://t.co/daAoaQ37Uk

Sign up here: https://t.co/AE925NJapG