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28/07/2026

Last week we hosted our DofE gold residential camps, these are some of the diverse highlights from the different groups!

You can see geology camp visiting a historic iron rich sandstone quarry that was formed when britain was in a desert belt.

You can see geography camp surveying a vital peat bog, measuring peat depth and using this information to work out how much carbon it is storing.

You can see a before and after showing amazing progress controlling invasive himilayan balsam along the river greta done by members of the adventure and conservation camp.

Naturally none of our residentials are complete without exciting activities to make the most of being in the Lake district like Canoeing on Derwent water and Ghyll scrambling up Honnister Ghyll.

Come join us for an adventure in 2027! 🌏

11/07/2026

🌿 What if the reset you've been looking for is waiting outdoors?🌿

Swap notifications for birdsong, busy schedules for mindful moments, and daily stress for time in nature.

Discover our Wellbeing in Nature Retreats.....and relax 💚
🔗 https://www.field-studies-council.org/courses-and-experiences/subjects/wellbeing-experiences/

08/07/2026

🌱 Meet your retreat leader, Katy Boreham

Joining us for our Wellbeing in Nature Retreat this August? You'll be guided by the wonderful Katy Boreham, Centre Manager at Blencathra and a passionate advocate for the positive impact nature can have on our wellbeing.

🍃 Katy believes in the power of nature to help us build resilience, improve emotional wellbeing and create lasting positive change. Through her experience facilitating nature-based learning and personal development, she creates supportive spaces where people can slow down, reflect, learn and grow.

With a background in nature-based course facilitation and a passion for helping others reach their potential, Katy is dedicated to helping people reconnect with both themselves and the natural world.

💚 If you're looking for a restorative few days of mindfulness, relaxation and meaningful connection with nature, you'll be in safe hands.

Ready to take some time for yourself?
🔗 Reserve your place on our Wellbeing in Nature Retreat:
https://www.field-studies-council.org/courses-and-experiences/static-courses/wellbeing-in-nature-retreat/

02/07/2026

Want to know what a Wellbeing in Nature Retreat can do for your wellbeing?🤗

We hosted our first retreat back in May, and participants discovered the benefits of slowing down and spending dedicated time in nature.

Find out how those who attended felt when they prioritised their mental and physical wellbeing in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes. 🧘‍♀️

Read our blog: 🔗 https://buff.ly/enOiggK

We're now looking forward to our next retreat and eager to welcome our next group.

📅24th - 28th August
📍Blencathra Field Centre

Book now: https://www.field-studies-council.org/2026/06/29/wellbeing-in-nature-reconnecting-in-the-lake-district/

26/04/2026

We're excited!

FSCBlencathra The Field Studies Council will be bringing their own stall to the festival and we’re REALLY excited to have them along! The FSC is an environmental charity with a mission to create outstanding opportunities to learn about nature and do this through delivering school level residential trips, producing accessible and expert publications alongside a mix of in person and online biodiversity courses.

Some of the activities you may be able to get involved in at the FSCBlencathra stand include making nettle bracelets, wildlife quiz orienteering, team challenges and using microscopes to look at bones, plants, owl pellets.. They will also have a range of the fantastic FSC Guides to purchase!

“We are so excited to join in with Cumbria Nature Festival and will be running some fun family friendly nature focused activities. Come and say hi!”

🦡🌳🦎🔬🦴

16/04/2026

And.... It's up! Our outdoor classroom getting put up marks the start of our busier summer season, we're excited for summer 2026 ☀

15/04/2026

Is your group visiting the Lake District this Summer?
… stay at Blencathra Field Centre.

Make our Field Centre on the slopes of Blencathra your base. With direct access to classic Lakeland fells, ridges and valleys, it’s the perfect location for your group's next big walking adventure.

We have some last-minute availability for Monday 25th – Sunday 31st May for groups wanting exclusive use or shared use for smaller groups.

To sweeten the deal, we are offering up to 25% OFF 2+ night exclusive hire stays this summer (not just for the above dates). Use code SUMMER26 when you enquire to take advantage of this great deal.

🥾 Walks right on your doorstep
🏔 Iconic landscapes
🏡 Comfortable group accommodation
🍴 Catering options available

👉Feel free to give us a call on 01743 852100 or email [email protected] or enquire now via our website: https://www.field-studies-council.org/accommodation-and-venue-hire/venue-hire-our-residential-centres/ #:~:text=Accommodation%20Enquiry

13/04/2026

Snippets from this Easters Holiday Club!! We had so much fun exploring the Lake district with these guys.
Our next holiday club is planned for May and then another in the summer holidays 🔆 come join us for an adventure!

07/04/2026

Looking for inspo for your next getaway?
All of our cottage info can be found on our airbnb profile here: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/p/blencathracentre

02/04/2026

Thanks Terry Abraham - Lake District Filmmaker & Photographer!