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The course provides an opportunity to develop your knowledge and experience of birds within a landscape of often striking beauty. Centred around the coast, we'll also explore areas of freshwater, farmland and wooded sites to experience our varied birdlife, but also take stock of the diverse native flora & fauna, which are such an integral part of each habitat.
There will be a clear emphasis upon developing your bird identification skills & experience, but not at the expense of understanding the roles of these living things within their environment. The impact of humans upon the landscape will form a common theme for discussion, but I fervently hope that you emerge with a feeling that we are not such bad custodians of the planet! Whether you are a seasoned natural historian or have just 'caught the bug,' you should find plenty to keep you enthralled. However, you should have a moderate level of fitness as there will definitely be some walking.
To find out more, please visit our website:https://www.field-studies-council.org/courses-and-experiences/static-courses/birds-and-wildlife-in-south-devon/
£525 (Sole occupancy)
£475 (Shared room)
£375 (Non-resident)
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We are located near excellent transport routes. 13 miles (20km) from Totnes station 20 miles (30km) from A38 As part of our environmental commitment we encourage all visitors to travel by coach, train or public transport. FSC has developed links with First Travel Solutions to help reduce the cost of transport to our Centres. If you would like to receive a quote from First (Education & School Travel), please ask our administration team for more information.
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How To Reach Us By Train Totnes Station is on the South West Main Line. Under 3 hours direct to London Paddington. Under 3 hours direct to Birmingham New Street. You could then use a taxi service, which takes around 30-40 minutes, to reach the Slapton Ley Field Centre.
How To Reach Us By Bus, Bike Or On Foot The 3 Bus Service from Plymouth to Slapton via Kingsbridge and from Dartmouth to Slapton is operated by Stagecoach. The bus stops on Slapton Line and at the village bus stop outside the Centre. For the more energetic, the Nature Reserve is on the route of a national trail, the South West Coastal Path and near Route 28 of the Sustrans National Cycle Network.
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