Programme of Events
The programme of events at Summerhill will operate on a phased basis following the building programme and will develop as the building progresses and more resources are available. The farm will act as a ‘green classroom’ and will form an integral part of all events and activities. Courses and activities planned will cover the following areas:
- Educational programmes and experiences for primary and secondary pupils, individual groups, including the visually handicapped and hard of hearing, as well as members of the public
- Courses and demonstrations for university and HE/FE students
- Skills training for farmers, smallholders, land-owners and new entrants into farming
- Wildlife conservation and heritage projects
- Promotion of new Community Supported Agriculture initiatives
- Signposting and advice
- Network and mutual support links with other organisations
- Public awareness campaigns directed at consumers to help develop an understanding of the problems facing British agriculture, especially the plight of the small family farmer