Farm to Fork Days
On Farm to Fork days, whole school classes or community groups visit us, to see a working farm, understand where their food comes from and what is involved in producing it.
The activities are adapted to the age and ability of the group and are therefore suitable for all ages from 5-105! On a whole or half day visit, children (or adults) will take part in a selection of four fun activities, all designed to teach them about agriculture and food.
Whilst aiming to be fun and enjoyable, the sessions have a strong educational content, fulfilling multiple elements of the national curriculum. The mathematical, communication, scientific skills and knowledge involved in the activities seek to help children understand how what they are learning in school has direct relevance to the real world and their future careers.
Depending on the time of year, the age of the group and the organiser’s preferences, visitors could spend the day on activities including: scarecrow making, picking for orders, sowing seeds, estimating crop yields, apple tasting, plant identification or preparing a meal from the produce on the farm.
For many people this may be the first time they have realised that strawberries come in different varieties!
We are currently welcoming enquiries for Spring and Summer 2026.
For further information, please contact Mike Stringer:
“Our Year 7 pupils had an absolutely fantastic experience at Bonterre Farm. From the moment we arrived, the staff created such a welcoming, inclusive and engaging environment that allowed every pupil to participate and thrive.
The day was packed with meaningful, hands-on activities that brought learning to life. Pupils took part in animal welfare and animal handling sessions, developing confidence, empathy and a deeper understanding of caring for animals. They also enjoyed making fruit coulis and soup, which gave them practical food preparation experience while encouraging teamwork and creativity.
In the growing areas, pupils planted a variety of seasonal vegetables and herbs and explored plant science in an interactive way, learning about the different parts of a plant and the important role of pollination. The practical approach meant pupils were fully immersed and retained so much more than they would in a traditional classroom setting.
The facilities at Bonterre Farm are excellent and clearly designed to support enriching educational experiences. What stood out most, however, was the incredible staff team. Their patience, enthusiasm and ability to adapt activities to meet a wide range of pupil needs ensured every child felt included, supported and successful.
Our pupils learnt so much, gained new experiences and came away talking excitedly about everything they had done. We have visited Bonterre for over ten years and would highly recommend Bonterre Farm and look forward to visiting again next year!“
Laura Marshall – DT Teacher Catshill Middle School