Matthew Roberts
Gibraltar Point Education Centre
Education Centre
Gibraltar Point lies just outside of Skegness, surrounded by 1,500 acres of National Nature Reserve. Positioned on the coast, it is the ideal location to explore the beach, sand dunes and saltmarsh.
With regular events planned for all ages, the Education Centre presents unique opportunities to experience and learn about the natural world first hand.
Educational opportunities
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For schools
Education services for schools
The education provision offered by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust at Gibraltar Point takes place in a variety of different ecosystems around the nature reserve. We can offer coastal activities including beach, sand dune and saltmarsh habitats, freshwater sampling and woodland activities. All activities offered can be linked to the National Curriculum to meet your education requirements.
The centre can cater for students from the age of five upwards and offers a truly outdoor learning experience.
Our Education Centre staff are fully qualified, DBS checked and have many years of experience in teaching and leading environmental education, nature conservation and outdoor recreation.
Facilities
The Education Centre offers:
- Disabled friendly activities
- Toilets and hand washing facilities
- An enclosed outdoor woodland activity area
- Purpose built raised ponds
- Extensive stocks of field study equipment, resources and activities to enhance your visit
The reserve
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve is an area of over 1,000 acres extending along the Lincolnshire coast, from the southern end of Skegness to the entrance of the Wash. It is comprised of sandy and muddy seashores, sand-dunes, saltmarshes, freshwater habitats and enclosed woodland.
For more information on the reserve and it's wildlife, visit the reserves page.
Planning your visit
All group leaders can benefit from a free site pre-visit and planning session with our Education Officer who will supply you with:
- Relevant risk assessments and health and safety information
- A draft programme of activities for your group
- Familiarisation with the on-site facilities
- Relevant ‘master copy’ resource materials, if required, to enhance your day
On the event day, you will also receive:
- Free all day coach parking
- A full day running from 10am until 2.30pm (additional time can be arranged at an additional cost)
All health and safety equipment will also be provided and tailored to your activities and needs.
Activities
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*A half day activity at Gibraltar Point linked with a half day visit to Snipe Dales County Park covering river source to mouth, maximum of 30 students
Group rates
At Gibraltar Point our school offer runs from March to October. During the summer term we can cater for up to two groups (max. 35 per group).
Each group benefits from their own dedicated Education Officer who will lead all your pre-booked activities.
Each group of up to 35 primary school students is £200 for the day. Groups of up to 35 secondary school students are £250 for the day.
To check availability, to book or enquire about your visit to Gibraltar Point please contact the Education Officers using the contact details below.
Contact details
If you are interested in bringing a school group please contact:
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve
Gibraltar Road
Skegness
PE24 4SU
Tel: 01754 762763
Email: gibeducation@lincstrust.co.uk
Matthew Roberts
For families
Educational activities for families
Gibraltar Point hosts exciting activities for families as well as schools.
Take a look at our clubs and events for children below, or give our Facebook page a follow for the latest news and events.
Nature Tots
Seasonal activities for the under 5s
Nature Tots is designed for pre-school children with activities usually taking place outdoors, so please dress appropriately. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For more information visit our Nature Clubs page here.
Wildlife events
From meeting a bat to sea dipping, beach cleans to bird watching, there's plenty to do at Gibraltar Point nature reserve (and it won't just be the kids enjoying it!). Check our events page and search 'Gibraltar Point' for the latest family activities.
Home Education sessions
An exciting nature club for Home Education children and their families
Our Home Education sessions are a great way for your children explore their surroundings and get closer to the wildlife within it. Events take place once a month, usually outdoors, and range from pond dipping to shelter building so please dress appropriately. Prices are £3 per child or £5 for two children £7 for three children, and booking is essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
When: Every third Wednesday of the month, 10:30am - 12:30pm unless stated otherwise in events page
Where: Gibraltar Point, Skegness, PE24 4SU
Contact: Education Officer, gibeducation@lincstrust.co.uk. Booking essential.