Make sure you have your reservations at the ready, we are checking in to the Bug Hotel!
Discover, investigate and learn about habitats natural to the area around us, looking at differing types of woodlands and how they adapt to survive in the UK’s changeable climate. How the children’s enjoyment of all things sugary relates back to the humble plants ability to photosynthesize and the way mini beasts can help humans survive on the planet. A woodland wide bug hunt allows exploration of a world a little smaller than our own, with plenty of decaying wood to peel apart and bug hotel to encourage as much wildlife to the area as possible. Identification of these mini beasts is done through the use of keys and magnifying glasses!
Our Bug Hotel consists of wooden blocks, pallets, concrete tunnels all constructed on site and full of nooks and crannies for all the bugs and creepy crawlies to set up camp and stay. The hope is that this will inspire some of the explorers to build their own at home or at school.
We are most known for our ‘Out of the classroom’ outlook on studying. We have always used local locations and environments to bring student into direct contact with geographical or environmental issues in a fun way, giving opportunities or discovery.
- Communication and brainstorming
- Learning outside the classroom
- Environmental awareness
There are 2 distinct centres on the one site at Hilltop, both offer a high level of comfort and homeliness along with inspiring spaces to relax, dine and sleep.
The rustic and homely Woodland Lodge Centre set on the edge of the Hilltop woodland with cosy log cabin style accommodation decorated with forest creatures, wildlife and woodland scenes.
Seaview House Centre is a bright, coastal themed centre boasting panoramic sea views over the traditional seaside and fishing town of Sheringham. The centre is decorated in a modern nautical theme with beach hut striped doors and seaside style decorations and beach scenes on the walls.
The Woodland Lodge centre is a rustic, forest themed centre with individual log cabins and a main central lodge. The décor is based around a homely, warm and woodland theme with forest animal figures and carvings along with natural furniture.
The Seaview House Centre is a bright and breezy coastal themed Centre with quirky beach hut style doors and a nautical theme throughout. The Airy Dining room has panoramic views of the Seaside.
Hilltop Outdoor Centre has a special setting overlooking the traditional seaside town of Sheringham on the North Norfolk Coast. Set in 31 Acres of picturesque woodland that is surrounded by a further 75 acres of Woodland trust managed woodland. The surroundings and scenery at Hilltop transforms throughout the seasons providing an ever changing and stunning backdrop to the centre.
Hilltop is a haven for nature with many habitats found on or nearby the site for a variety of wildlife and creatures. On a quiet day Barn Owls, Hedgehogs, Garden Birds, Rabbits, Frogs, Partridges and Squirrels can often be spotted from the centre.
The Hilltop cooks prepare healthy and home-cooked meals on site daily with fresh ingredients that are nutritionally balanced. Hilltop Kitchens operate a NUT FREE policy.
Orange juice and a selection of cereals with milk followed by toast and a hot option such as bacon, egg and hash brown.
Sausage Roll or Wrap with salad followed by a homemade biscuit or cake (A selection of fruit is also available)
Group Leaders select a whole group option from a menu including: Pasta Bolognese, Roast Chicken, Sausage and Mash and BBQ chicken followed by a homemade dessert such as Chocolate sponge pudding or apple crumble.
