The Countryside Education Trust is a registered charity established in 1975 and devoted to countryside education in all its varied forms. The CET's overall aim is to promote and operate courses, activities and facilities which enable children and adults to learn about,, understand and care for the countryside drawing on the diverse resources of The New Forest and the Beaulieu Estate. Over the years the Trust has grown in stature and scope to become an organisation running a residential centre, a field studies centre, a farm and a year-round community programme. Here you'll find details of what's on offer through the spring and summer. To book please contact the Centre direct on 01590 612401 or view their website for full listings.
Community Events
In addition to their educational services for schools and colleges the CET run a varied programme of events throughout the year for the whole community. Activities cater for a wide range of ages and interests, and make use of the tremendous natural and historical resources of the Beaulieu Estate and The New Forest.
Download the CET event Magazine
Full listing of upcoming events over the next few months - Set out magazine (Adobe reader file)
Little Owls - Parent & Toddlers Club
Parents (or grandparents) and toddlers (aged 2-4 years) have fun looking at nature and exploring the woods. Experiencing life on the farm, learning about gardening and enjoying craft activities. Little Owls meet monthly, normally on the first Friday and following Monday of each month.
Big Owls Club
Fun and discovery activities for 4-6 year olds and accompanying adults. Big Owls meet once a month at the weekend or during the school holidays.
Courses
We offer both evening and weekend courses for adults and families on a variety of environmental and countryside topics such as woodland crafts, natural history, astronomy, outdoor and survival skills. We also run guided walks, boat trips and farm tours, and have open days throughout the year. Full details appear in our 'Set Out' newsletter published in January, April and September each year.