Welcome spring with creativity at Flatford Mill 🌿 Whether you choose our Spring or Easter Wreath Workshop, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, hands‑on session using seasonal materials inspired by the surrounding countryside. Book your spot today buff.ly/4fJzbcH

This year, our Director of Finance, Sam, is taking on an extraordinary physical challenge, running 2.5 marathons to raise money for Field Studies Council. In this interview, he shares his personal journey into running, what motivates him to take on this demanding fundraiser: buff.ly/IcsS0ik

Get qualified for less with our early bird discount on Forest School Leader courses. Use code FOREST10 to get 10% off when booking your course before 13th February 2026. Gain all the skills and experience you need to become an accredited Forest School Leader! Learn with experts: buff.ly/jakkiFz

Join us this Easter to complete your Duke of Edinburgh Gold award 🌄 Whether you're into conservation, marine science, first aid, or geography, our centres are running a whole range of exciting Easter camps designed to help you complete your Gold DofE award. 👉🏻 Secure your space today buff.ly/YBwee2Z

This week’s garden bird: the Long-tailed Tit. Often seen in lively family flocks, these birds stay close together in winter — sometimes even huddling to keep warm. Despite the name, they aren’t true tits, but belong to the bushtit family. Have you spotted them in your garden?

Practical Ecology and Environmental Sampling, with SSERC Deepen your understanding of ecological processes and bring them to life in both the classroom and outdoor learning on this two‑day professional training course. 📍 Millport, Isle of Cumbrae 16–17 March 2026 Secure your place: buff.ly/WA8Eulw

Hamilton Primary School is an urban primary school, where opportunities to explore natural environments are rare. The Dedham Vale National Landscape Sustainable Development Fund meant that the KS2 ‘Rivers and Life Everywhere’ class trip could go ahead. Read about their trip here: buff.ly/xnIKA83

Did you enjoy taking part in Big Garden Birdwatch? From recognising species to understanding behaviour, even a single hour of observation can spark a new interest. Keep that curiosity going and take your next step in learning about birds with resources & courses. 🌿 buff.ly/wJA5Xnk

Free postage weekend is here 🌱 Enjoy FREE shipping on our Teemill store — filled with sustainable, nature-inspired clothing that supports your love of the outdoors. 👉🏻 Explore our site today buff.ly/Qc7oSqw *This offer ends Sunday, 1st February at midnight.

Join our free Q&A on Forest School Leader Training led by Field Studies Council experts. Register today and receive an early bird offer of 10% to use on our accredited Forest School Leader courses booked before 13th February. Sign up: buff.ly/QKBdaRB

Geographical enquiry and approaches to data collection KS3-KS5 - free online CPD During the session, we share expert advice to support your fieldwork journey and answer your queries. This event is run in collaboration with Royal Geographical Society. Book your place: buff.ly/Q0EygE4

Did you take part in the Big Garden Birdwatch? You can still submit your results 🐦 From robins to sparrows, every sighting helps build a picture of how garden birds are faring across the UK. What did you spot? Submit your results via the RSPB’s website: buff.ly/3uvwYWm

ECTs are you looking for support with your geography fieldwork teaching? Join our course 'Starting teaching with fieldwork confidence' delivered in partnership with Geographical Association 🚩 Preston Montford, Shropshire 👉 buff.ly/6Ii0sBR 🚩 Greenwich Park 👉 buff.ly/HkNiNbe

Wildlife courses and experiences coming up in February 🔍🍃 🐝 Bee Conservation – Online, Self-led 🌳 Biodiversity Net Gain for Reviewers – Online 🍃 Discovering Lichens - Online 🍂 Broadleaf and Conifer Trees - Shropshire 🌎 Discovering QGIS - Online ... and more! 👉https://buff.ly/dUUimt5

Our bird t-shirts are inspired by the species many of us spot every day, from garden favourites to birds seen on walks and outdoor adventures.🐦 Each piece is made through Teemill using organic cotton and responsible production methods. 👉🏻 Explore our Teemill store buff.ly/WO2R1eh

Think trees sleep until bursting into life in summer? But that's not the case! Before hazel trees get their leaves, their catkins are busy releasing pollen into the air. Spot them now and prove spring starts early Help us record the #SignsofSpring at buff.ly/ax3NK0L

This #EducationDay we are all asked “If you were Minister of Education for a day, what would be the first change you would make?” We are proud to give a voice to our inspiring Youth Panel who contribute to our strategic work. Meet our current panel : buff.ly/9aTQP9k @UNESCO @Education2030UN

Looking to improve your bird identification skills? 🐦 The Field Studies Council bird bundle includes three WildID guides for £10. • Park & garden birds • Bird tracks and signs • Waders Compact, laminated and designed for use outdoors. Get your guides: buff.ly/WeApgtF #BigGardenBirdWatch

Today is the start of RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch! Pick one hour from now until 25 Jan to count the birds that land in your garden or outdoor space — then submit your results online to help track bird numbers across the UK. Are you taking part? 🐦 More information: buff.ly/3uvwYWm

Looking for a fun and adventurous family holiday this summer? Join us at our Rhyd-y-Creuau centre for a long weekend with outdoor adventure, wildlife discovery and shared experiences in some of North Wales’ most inspiring landscapes. 👉🏻 Click the link to explore our family holidays buff.ly/hbeQzFQ

We hit 100 snowdrop sightings on this date last year! Have you seen any yet? Help us beat the 2025 totals! Add your sighting to the #SignsOfSpring survey: www.field-studies-council.org/signs-of-spr... In partnership with @fieldstudiesc.bsky.social

Secondary school teachers - do you have a smaller cohort in your A level group this year? Are you searching for a hands-on fieldwork experiences in dynamic habitats? Our Small Group Courses are designed to bring together home educated students and schools with small cohorts: buff.ly/LKYYRtz

Our popular Duke of Edinburgh Conservation and Zookeeping residential is now available at our Dale Fort centre! 🐛 🌿 Includes visits to Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm, Manor Wildlife Park, Manor Wildlife Park and Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo. Find out more information on our website buff.ly/zI7mzGM

Join Harry Read this February for his Birdwatching: Winter Visitors course at Flatford Mill 🐦‍⬛ In this course, We’ll explore two different habitats, including a coastal location as well as areas around Flatford, to look for divers, grebes and passerines. 👉🏻 Visit our website to book buff.ly/25cESv1

Big Garden BirdWatch is coming 23–25 Jan 2026! 🐦 👀 Spend an hour counting the birds that visit your garden or local green space — it’s free, fun, and helps track UK garden bird populations. More information: buff.ly/3uvwYWm

Hazel catkins release pollen before leaves appear, hoping the wind will carry it to pollinate other trees. Have you spotted any hazel catkins on your winter walks? Log your find today buff.ly/ax3NK0L #SignsofSpring

New designs are now live on our website 🌿 Inspired by wildlife and time spent outdoors, our latest additions are made using organic cotton and responsible production methods through Teemill. 🐸 Head over to our website to shop all of our new nature-inspired designs buff.ly/5cv0xQi

GTC Scotland Accredited ITE Programme 📍 Millport, Isle of Cumbrae 📆 16–17 March 2026 🌊 Immerse yourself in hands-on ecology and environmental sampling, exploring terrestrial and marine ecosystems. 👉 Find out more & register:

Our team at Margam Discovery Centre are excited to find themselves in the middle of an amazing historical discovery, practically on their doorstep. The BBC reports that a Geophysical survey team "struck gold" discovering the footprint of a 572 sq m Roman. Find out more:

Our 2026 diving courses are now live 🤿 Delivered in partnership with Freedom Diving, these courses combine expert instruction with time in the water, helping you build confidence, skills and understanding of the underwater environment. For more information, visit our website buff.ly/O4sZgaU

Fancy brightening up February with a little creativity? 🎨 Our art courses at Flatford Mill are the perfect excuse to slow down and enjoy some time being creative. 👉🏻 Click the link to discover our art courses happening in February buff.ly/pFEfXvb

Boost your team’s biodiversity knowledge in 2026 🌍 Our 2026 programme includes online and in-person training in Biodiversity Net Gain, the Biodiversity Metric and UKHab surveys — designed for planners, land managers and professionals working with nature. buff.ly/z1B3LrT

Ever wondered how birds fly? Air offers little support, so each wingbeat generates aerodynamic lift. During the downstroke, wings push air down and back, creating lift and forward thrust in a single movement. A reminder of the science behind everyday nature. Image by Jack Lucas.

We can't wait for a break in the weather to start spotting snowdrops! Noticing snowdrops can lift your mood, as they are one of the earliest indicators that spring is coming, something we probably all need after the start to this year! ❄️ Learn more: buff.ly/ax3NK0L #SignsofSpring

Planning something for the new year? 🤩 Our centres have a selection of late availability dates for venue hire from January to March, offering a great opportunity to book your next event. 🏘️ Find out more and discover available dates, buff.ly/zem49fR

Enjoy 10% off our Teemill store, including new designs inspired by wildlife and time spent outdoors. All pieces are made using organic cotton and responsible production methods. 🎁 Use code EXTRA10 at checkout. Offer ends at midnight on 12 January. 👉🏻 Shop today to save. buff.ly/PTpQYpm

Interested in conservation or zoology? 🌿🐯 Our Duke of Edinburgh Conservation & Zookeeping camp at Dale Fort combines hands-on conservation work with behind-the-scenes zoo experiences. 🌱 For more information, please click the link buff.ly/rQspG5H

🌱 Thanks to a generous grant from the Ramble Worldwide Outdoor Trust, we recently welcomed Stanley Grove Primary Academy to our Castle Head centre in Cumbria for a transformational trip, including adventure activities and outdoor learning. Find out the amazing impact it had: buff.ly/8IuRhVW

Plan your nature learning for 2026 🌿 Our 2026 course programme is now open, with 100+ online and in-person courses across the UK — from habitat surveying and species ID to botany and fungi. Explore courses: buff.ly/z1B3LrT

🌱 Bring your subject to life in 2026 using the outdoors as your classroom; supporting your educational needs across all age ranges.🌎 High-quality outdoor learning experiences from the experts! Find out how we can help your school group succeed: buff.ly/CGZNWED

Spring is stirring. Signs of Spring 2026 is live! Help track the first signs of warmer days—snowdrops, daffodils, bumblebees, dragonflies. Last year, 2,000 records informed climate research. Anyone can join 🌱 Add your sightings: buff.ly/71dxjIo #SignsofSpring

In January, many birds rely more on feeders, and Great Tits are often among the first to explore them. As the largest of the tit family, they’re confident and quick, grabbing food before flying off to feed in cover. Which birds are you seeing in your garden this winter?

Learn something new this year 🎨 Take the first step and discover a creative experience that stays with you long after the course ends. 👉🏻 Find out more buff.ly/wOnyH0Q

Our first free postage weekend of the year has arrived 🤩 This is a great chance to explore our nature-inspired clothing and everyday essentials, all thoughtfully made through Teemill using organic cotton and responsible production. Ends midnight Sunday, 4th January. 👉🏻 Shop today buff.ly/yoNfxuZ

A huge thank you to all our customers and supporters during 2025. We achieved so much together. Wishing you all a very happy new year and more outdoor learning fun in 2026!

Slow down and discover the birdlife of Flatford Mill. 🐦 Our birdwatching courses at Flatford Mill give you the chance to explore seasonal birdlife with expert tutors, deepen your identification skills and enjoy some truly stunning countryside. 👉🏻 Explore dates and book your place buff.ly/I7CVJeP

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From staff and trustees at Field Studies Council *With thanks to Tony Lee Nellies for the Winter Photo Competition entry, Dec 2023

🌱 Try nature photography to connect with your surroundings.🌎 ❄️ Photography encourages us to slow down and notice details we might otherwise miss, helping us connect more deeply with our surroundings.🌊 👉 Share your favourite photograph from being outside in nature this year!

Step away from the everyday and spend time learning a traditional craft. Our stained glass courses offer the chance to slow down, work with your hands and build skills at your own pace. ✨ Explore our stained glass courses for 2026. buff.ly/DnIBSfG

✨ Looking up at the night sky can reduce stress and promote mindfulness. Stargazing encourages you to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel a sense of wonder. 💫 🌛 Wrap up warm, step outside, and look up. Can you find Orion’s Belt or the North Star? 🌕 👉 Let us know which you can always recognise.