BeWILDerwood Cheshire
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Bickley Moss Whitchurch, Whitchurch, Cheshire, SY13 4JF
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Listed under: PE (Physical Education/Sport) | Wow Days | Themed Attraction | Team Building | Theme Parks | Storytelling | Picnic Areas | Parks and Gardens | Outdoor Pursuits | Outdoor Education | Climbing, High Ropes & Zipwires | Adventure Playgrounds | Day Trip Destinations | Reward Trip
What we offer on a school trip
Take your learning outside of the classroom at BeWILDerwood Cheshire and watch the children be inspired from traditional play.
Set within a natural 70 acre woodland, a day out at BeWILDerwood is the perfect treat to celebrate and reward hard work, as well as providing unique learning opportunities.
What makes us a great choice for education
BeWILDerwood Cheshire is a huge outdoor woodland adventure park full of imagination and active play. No matter how teeny or tall you are, explorers can run WILD in the woods! Think the biggest wonky wooden play structures you can imagine and magical treehouses. Explore giant slippery slides, wobbly zip wires, massive, muddled mazes, plus lots more.
Based on the enchanting book series by creator and author Tom Blofeld, you will find hints of the curious characters as you journey through the WILD wood in Cheshire. Located along the A49, just 5 miles from Whitchurch.
BeWILDerwood Norfolk opened in 2007 and has welcomed thousands of school groups over the years. 2021 saw the opening of BeWILDerwood Cheshire who can’t wait to start welcoming groups to the WILD woods in 2022.
What is typically included on our school trips
English – BeWILDerwood is based on the enchanting tale, a Boggle at BeWILDerwood, which sees Swampy the March Boggle embark on a brave adventure. Walk in Swamy’s footsteps whilst in the woods and see the story come to life at the Storytelling Stage.
Shows are on multiple times a day at the Storytelling Stage. If you are visiting in a big group, please contact the BeWILDerwood team and they can recommend which show to attend.
You can extend your adventure back in the classroom with your very own copy of the book, which you can purchase on the BeWILDerwood website or whilst onsite.
PE – A Day out at BeWILDerwood is especially active and you’ll certainly be worn out by the time you’re heading home! Slippery Slides, Zip Wires, climbing up the tallest treehouses and heaps of ground play to balance along… there’s plenty of opportunity for explorers to be brave and work on physical coordination.
Arts & Crafts – Head to the Big Hat craft tent to make a get crafty! Why not try crafting your very own Boggle or Twiggle house when you get back to the classroom.
Performing Arts – BeWILDerwood is based on the enchanting tale, a Boggle at BeWILDerwood, which sees Swampy the March Boggle embark on a brave adventure. Walk in Swamy’s footsteps whilst in the woods and see the story come to life at the Storytelling Stage.
The Storytelling Stage hosts multiple shows throughout the day. If you’re visiting in a large group, please contact the BeWILDerwood team and they can recommend which show to attend. Why not pick up your very own puppet and bring the BeWILDerwood story to your classroom.
Group Sizes Catered For
A minimum of 15 paying visitors is needed to qualify for the School visit rate. BeWILDerwood are more than happy to welcome big groups too, offering 1 accompanying adult free for every 5 children.
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
If the team are doing any onsite video or photography visitors will be made aware.
Risk Assessment Details
Teachers can organise a recce visit with the BeWILDerwood team before their visit.
Education Officer Information
Please e-mail us: Yoohoocheshire@bewilderwood.co.uk
Pricing Information
The school rate is available during Cheshire schools term time only (including weekends) for groups of 15 or more paying school visitors at £10.00 per child, with 1 accompanying adult free for every 5 children.
Additional paying school group adults are £10.00 each.
Every single child attending will receive a “Swampy invites you back for FREE” voucher so they can come back with their families with a free entry for 1 person.
Clothing Requirements
Wear sensible shoes and suitable clothes for running, jumping, climbing and swinging. Wear anything you don’t mind getting a bit grubby, that includes the adults too. Skin should be covered to protect from the sun on warmer days and for the slides. Don’t forget to bring sun cream & insect repellent.
First Aid Information
Yes, most of the BeWILDerwood team are first aid trained and will be happy to help.
Available Facilities
- Cosy Cabin and Munch Bar
- Bizarre Bazaar
- Toilets, including disabled toilets
- Picnic Spots
Accessibility & Disabled Facilities
At BeWILDerwood there are plenty of inclusive activities that everyone can join in with, including arts crafts, storytelling, and disability swings. However, some of the play structures are raised above ground level and may not be accessible.
A full Accessibility Statement and Guide is available on the BeWILDerwood website.
Opening Hours & Information
BeWILDerwood is open 10am – 5pm (last entry at 4pm). School visits can be booked during Cheshire County Council term time only.
Please visit the BeWILDerwood website for full opening dates: https://cheshire.bewilderwood.co.uk/
Testimonials
“A fantastic day out. Loads to do and the site isn't too big that you can't cover it in a few hours. Staff are friendly and helpful. Two cafes with plenty of snack choices and decent coffee, prices reasonable enough but you can take picnics and there are lots of picnic tables and places for grown-ups to sit and watch the kids” – H Carroll on Google.
“Great outdoor spaces for children to explore and enjoy free play. Beautifully set out in the woods, full of adventure around every corner. Well maintained, clean and plenty of amenities. Children absolutely loved it.” – Lesley Smith on Facebook.
