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FARMING @ OCCOMBE FARM
Mapping the Farm

Groups are given an introduction to the farm in the Education Centre before walking the Nature Trail and mapping the land use and features on to a template. They will identify different types of pasture and habitat and features such as: paths, fencing, streams, buildings, ponds, etc.



Timing: 1.5 hours
Age Range: KS2, KS3, KS4
Relevant Subjects: Geography, Science

Farmyard Trail

Groups have to locate significant features marked on a map of the farmyard including: cattle barns, grain store, pig pens, solar panels, manure heap etc. At each location there is a task or question to be answered. In doing so they will meet some of the livestock and learn about the main differences between organic and conventional farming.



Timing: 1 hour
Age Range: KS2, KS3
Relevant Subjects: Geography, Science, Literacy & Numeracy, Citizenship

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