Management of the environment

Students visiting Rushall Farm study diversification and environmental management in a way which develops independent learning skills. Working in small groups, students use a map to find various points on the farm. At each point they discover a different way that farm land and buildings are being used to benefit the community and bring in additional income.

• Charcoal burning and furniture making in the woods provides rural employment and a good example of sustainable development

• Hedge planting and meadow creation demonstrate sound management of the environment

• Footpaths, benches, a camping field and a 17th century thatched barn that is used for weddings and social events, encourage access and enjoyment of the countryside.

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