Dunham Massey Self-guided Education Group Booking Pack 2021
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Dunham Massey Self-guided Education Group Booking Pack 2021
Self-guided
Thanks for your interest in our NEW self-guided programme for school groups. We want to offer
schools a flexible programme of activities that suit your needs first with a focus on outdoor
learning.
Our previous facilitated learning programme is no longer available as we explore new ways to
welcome educational visits for 2021-22.
Due to coronavirus restrictions, we cannot currently offer the use of any indoor space for groups to
use throughout the day, however you are welcome to use the picnic area in the North Park which is
open to all visitors.
Your booking
Self-guided education groups must book at least two weeks ahead and pay in one transaction (we
currently accept card, cash, cheque payments). Payment should either be made on arrival or please
make a request for an invoice on the booking form.
Pricing
Education Group Membership (EGM) go free, but must provide a valid EGM membership number on
booking. For Non-EGM groups, the cost of entry per pupil is £4.
Teachers and support staff go free. The entry fee covers the cost of entry to the Car Park, Gardens,
Parkland and access to the resource pack on confirmation of your booking.
Pre-visit
We highly recommend group leaders carry out a pre-visit to familiarise yourself with the site, and
effectively plan your visit. This may include looking at areas where you can congregate as a group
whilst maintaining your class bubble and any social distancing requirements. From this you should
complete a relevant COVID-secure risk assessment, and ensure that clearance for your visit has been
sought from any relevant authority. Please also ensure that you follow any government guidelines
relevant to your location at the time of booking and visit date.
Activities
On confirmation of your booking you will received a more detailed activity plan for your visit.
Trees
Dunham Massey is a Site of Special Woodland crafts
Scientific Interest because of the This series of creative and
amazing flora and fauna that lives physical activities encourages
here—trees are essential to this you to create with nature. Have a go at wild
biodiverse habitat. Identify leaves art, minibeast den building or create a nature
and fruits, look at the wildlife obstacle course in the North Park.
sustained by living and dead trees,
understand the symbolism and
power of trees and discuss how trees
can help us look after the natural History and heritage
environment.
Dunham Massey has a long history which can
be read from the buildings and landscape.
Gallop along the avenues and look for signs of
Map skills horses. Look for the workers cottages. Where
did the servants live? And what about the
Test your group’s mapping skills family?
and try new ways to create and
read maps in Dunham’s parkland
through this short series of
challenges and games. Work as a Nature heroes
team to crack nature codes and Here are Dunham Massey we look after
find your way amongst special places for everyone to enjoy, and
nature. on your visit we will ask your group to
help us with this extraordinary task. In
these activities your group can discover
the spectacular, interconnectedness of
nature and how everyone can play their
Noticing nature part to protect it.
Wellbeing and being in nature go hand in
hand. Build confidence, curiosity and
communication skills as you lead a walk
Animals
and ask your group to share what they
felt, heard, saw and smelt on their Dunham Massey is a giant habitat for all kinds
journey. of animals to live in and this is your opportunity
to explore some of these magnificent species.
Look for evidence and search for our wild fallow
deer, discover life underwater in our ponds and
if you’re lucky you might spot some of the rare
birds that live here.
Getting here and parking
Groups must arrive between 9—10am or between 11.30am—1pm to comply with peak arrival
times.
If arriving by coach, please approach the property via the A56 due to low bridge in opposite
direction.
On arrival at the entrance gates, please follow the one way system to the car park kiosk for check in
and payment with our car park team who will signpost you to the coach parking bays.
The coach can remain here for the duration of your visit. A complimentary tea/coffee voucher will
be available to the driver.
Please let your group board the coach at the parking bay at the end of your visit.
Accessibility
We have a number of mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs available at no cost. To pre-book,
please contact us on 0161 941 1025 or email dunhamgroupbookings@nationaltrust.org.uk. For
more information on access and facilities please visit our website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/
dunham-massey/facilities-and-access.
Severe Weather
Due to the risk posed by trees within the park and garden when the wind gust speed is predicted to
reach 35mph, access to certain areas will be restricted. If the wind gust speed is predicted to reach
50mph, Dunham Massy will close. In this event your group will be contacted on the morning of your
visit.
Phone reception and emergency procedures
Mobile phone reception across Dunham Massey varies between networks. In an emergency, during
property opening hours, call 0161 941 1025 for assistance from onsite staff.
Volunteers and staff are contactable during opening hours communicating with each other via radio.
Lunch
Due to coronavirus restrictions, we cannot currently offer the use of any indoor space for groups for
use through out the day, however you are welcome to use the picnic area in the North Park or in the
Garden which are open to all visitors.
Feedback
This is a new programme for us and we would be grateful for any feedback you offer. Please let us
know about your experience after your visit by emailing dunhamlearning@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Coronavirus and education bookings
Throughout the pandemic we have followed all government guidance. This has
included limiting visitor numbers, additional sanitising routines, encouraging all to
observe 2m distancing and the wearing of face coverings indoors to keep everyone
safe.
Due to current coronavirus restrictions, we are not able to confirm group bookings
but will take provisional bookings from 17 May 2021 onwards. We will confirm the
booking with you once government guidance and National Trust policy allows.
Please note: there may be restrictions around numbers of people who can visit as
one group depending on government guidance.
How to book
1. Check availability for your chosen date and group time by emailing:
dunhamgroupbookings@nationaltrust.org.uk
2. A provisional group booking will be made and a booking form sent to you.
3. Please complete and return a copy of the booking form at your earliest
convenience.
4. We will confirm your booking ahead of your visit via an email/letter. Please note
the section above on coronavirus restrictions.
Thank you
By visiting Dunham Massey, you are supporting the conservation work we do as part
of the National Trust each year. At Dunham Massey in 2021 we are re-roofing two
historic buildings—the Mill and the Orangery—and we will be planting trees, creating
hedgerows and ponds, and giving greater visitor access to the wider estate. Thank
you – we couldn't do this work without your support.
©National Trust 2018, registered charity number 205846
©National Trust Images/James Dobson/Paul Harris/Solent News & Photography Agency
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