SEAL BROOK WOODLAND SCHOOL

Where are you located? - We are based in 27 acres of fully private woodland just outside Netherseal in South Derbyshire, conveniently located 5 minutes from junction 11 of the M42 and 15 minutes from the A38 between Burton on Trent and Lichfield.

 

Do you have insurance? - Yes we have public liability insurance 

 

Is it safe? - Due to the nature of working in the outdoors and the woods there is unavoidable risks such as slippery roots and rocks, low hanging branches and stinging nettles! Aside from this every action has been taken to make the activities as safe as possible, including risk assessments, general woodland management, inspection of the woods for wind blown trees, etc and dynamic risk assessments. All our instructors are first aid trained and carry first aid kits, as well as the main camp first aid kit which is always to hand. Our risk assessments are held in our site safety handbook which also contains our comprehensive range of policies and procedures to keep participants safe whilst meeting the learning outcomes of the session.

 

What clothing and equipment will I need? - You do not need a lot for a course at Seal Brook Wood, the basics include suitable outdoor clothing such as a good set of waterproofs. A full kit list will be issued at the time of booking with information on equipment specific to your course. The more you know the less you need.

 

What about the weather? - Our main camp is covered by a large group shelter, as is our outdoor classroom. We believe that challenging weather can more often than not enhance the experience rather than detracting from it, courses will run regardless of the weather (unless trees are blowing down or similar extreme weather!)

 

Do you have toilets? - Yes we have composting toilets near the car park as well as hand washing facilities, the toilets even have a door and toilet seats!

 

Is water provided on courses? - We currently bring fresh drinking water onto site using water grade jerry cans which as replenished when needed. The kettle will always be full and on the boil for hot drinks.

 

Can I bring my dog? - Due to the fact that we have a range of livestock on site in close proximity to the teaching areas we ask that anyone who would like to bring a dog gets in contact with us first.