Your visit to Barleylands can be as practical as you wish and we can tailor the visit to suit the needs of your group. We offer activities for students in Key Stages 1 to 4 as well as catering for the needs of Foundation Level and Reception classes.

Our Education Programme offers activities linking to the National Curriculum at all Key Stages. Students can learn about farming and the environment – with particular links to science and geography. We now have an Education Room for Schools, which can be used for workshops and as a base for the entire visit which provides a warm, dry area all year round.

At the end of May 2008 our new Farming Discovery Centre will be opening. It will be the perfect place to help students to learn about farming, the countryside and environment, as well as local history, technology and food. Fun interactives, a chance to experience the sights and sounds of farming, and the opportunity to handle objects from the past will make this a perfect attraction for your school visit.

For information about all the activities and workshops currently on offer, please view the appropriate document:

If you require a particular theme for your visit, or would like to discuss other learning opportunities at Barleylands then please contact Nichola Larkin the Education Officer who will be happy to speak to you.

If you would like to book a visit to us, please complete the appropriate on-line booking form or download the form and send it to: Nichola Larkin, Education Officer, Barleylands Farm, Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex CM11 2UD, or fax it to 01268 290222.

On-line booking forms

Alternatively, call Nichola Larkin the Education Officer on 01268 290213 and they will post you an information booklet and booking form.
Once you have booked your visit you may wish to download the document
Preparing for your Visit to the Farm Centre.

We are a National Association of Farms for Schools approved site and have been inspected and approved by the Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance Service awarded by the Tourist Board.