Educational School Visits
Welcome to Exmoor Game School—an immersive outdoor learning destination where children discover the origins of their food, explore ethical consumption, and reconnect with nature through hands-on experiences.
Rooted in both mainstream and special education, our programme is designed to be inclusive, engaging, and deeply educational. We believe that learning how to prepare and cook food from scratch—especially food sourced sustainably from the land—is not only empowering, but also incredibly fun.
What We Offer
Our school sessions focus on the preparation and respectful consumption of seasonal, local game. Depending on the time of year, this may include:
- Rabbits
- Pheasants
- Grey Squirrels
- Fish
- Pigeons
- Crayfish
Each session includes:
- Game preparation and cooking – Children learn how to skin, gut, butcher, and cook game animals under expert supervision. The children can get as involved as they like or watch and learn there is absolutely no pressure for them to do anything.
- Ecological context – We explore why certain species may need to be culled for environmental balance, such as invasive grey squirrels or non-native crayfish.
- Open discussion – We provide information, not instruction. Our goal is to foster curiosity and understanding—not to tell children what they should or shouldn’t eat.
The Details
Cost
Free of charge. Donations are welcome but not expected.
Age Range
Suitable for KS2 and above (Year 3 and higher)
Group Size
Up to 30 children per session
Duration
Half-day or full-day sessions, each session is tailored to your requirements.
Adult Supervision
All children must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or school staff member.
Location & Facilities
Exmoor Game School is nestled in the heart of Exmoor National Park, surrounded by woodlands and streams and perfect for outdoor learning. We provide:
- Outdoor and Indoor facilities so we can go ahead whatever the weather
- Covered outdoor cooking areas
- Toilets and handwashing stations
- Seating and shelter for breaks and lunch
- Parking for minibuses and coaches
- Meals by arrangement
