For teachers

An activity pack for Key Stage 1 which explores Fur, Feathers and Scales.

This activity pack is suitable for Key Stage 3 and introduces adaptations, food chains and biomechanics.

The process of reverting arable farmland to chalk downland.

Discover chalk grassland species of Coombe Bissett Down and improve your identification skills with this handy guide. You can even test your knowledge with the Coombe Bissett Plant Quiz!

Coombe Bissett Plant Quiz

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How to install a water butt

Water butts lower the risks of local flooding and will reduce water bills by conserving the water you already have.
How to build a swift box

If you have a wall that's at least five metres tall, with a clear flyway in front, then installing a swift box or brick onto your own home is a great idea!
Membership Recruiter

This exciting role involves engaging with the public at a range of different pre-booked venues, shows and events to recruit new members and secure long-term donations.
Wiltshire's Woodland Biography: a new Ancient Woodland Inventory

A FREE talk by Euan McKenzie, Ancient Woodland Inventory Officer at WSBRC.

Mammals of Coombe Bissett Down: small mammals

Oliver Davies, with the assistance of a trail camera, has spent the last two months exploring the lives of the reserve's more elusive mammals. In this blog post, we discover more about the reserve's small mammals.
Mammals of Coombe Bissett Down: grey squirrel

Oliver Davies, with the assistance of a trail camera, has spent the last two months exploring the lives of the reserve's more elusive mammals. In this blog post, we discover more about the reserve's grey squirrels.
Art and Craft

Get creative with these fun and informative activities.
Word searches

See what Coombe Bissett Down related words you can find in these themed word searches
Early years

Introduce signs of spring and food webs whilst developing fine motor skills in this fun game.
Poetry

Write a nature-themed haiku poem
Wildlife ID

Coombe Bissett Down wildlife identification guides and seasonal spotter sheets.
Colouring sheets

Educational colouring sheets for all ages covering key species and features of Coombe Bissett Down