Humans have inhabited this area since before the last ice age, and with the help of ‘The Mo’, Sheringham’s museum, we explore what has happened to the area and the changes it has experienced. From Fishermen’s lives to Victorian shops to WW1 bombs we delve into another world, sitting at old school desks, feeling part of an old mammoth’s skeleton and trying on old lifejackets. There is also a focus on Sheringham today, with a room devoted to Sheringham Shoal Wind Farm, with telescopes to take a closer look and a challenge for the children to generate enough energy to power a TV by hand. Once out of the museum gift shop, we take a stroll around the town, where many of the old Victorian buildings still exist, the main highlights being the old steam railway station and of course a visit to our favourite ice cream shop!
We have an ‘Out of the classroom’ outlook on studying. We have always used local locations and environments to bring student into direct contact with geographical or environmental issues in a fun way, giving opportunities or discovery.
- Working as part of a team
- Environmental awareness
- Communication and brainstorming
All offsite visits are very local to Hilltop and on A & B roads. Group leaders are covered by Hilltop insurance if they are over the age of 21 and have a full clean driving licence. On arrival you will be required to complete a transport policy form and you shall receive a vehicle familiarisation brief from the Hilltop Staff.
There are 2 distinct centres on the one site at Hilltop, both offer a high level of comfort and homeliness along with inspiring spaces to relax, dine and sleep.
The rustic and homely Woodland Lodge Centre set on the edge of the Hilltop woodland with cosy log cabin style accommodation decorated with forest creatures, wildlife and woodland scenes.
Seaview House Centre is a bright, coastal themed centre boasting panoramic sea views over the traditional seaside and fishing town of Sheringham. The centre is decorated in a modern nautical theme with beach hut striped doors and seaside style decorations and beach scenes on the walls.
The Woodland Lodge centre is a rustic, forest themed centre with individual log cabins and a main central lodge. The décor is based around a homely, warm and woodland theme with forest animal figures and carvings along with natural furniture.
The Seaview House Centre is a bright and breezy coastal themed Centre with quirky beach hut style doors and a nautical theme throughout. The Airy Dining room has panoramic views of the Seaside.
Hilltop Outdoor Centre has a special setting overlooking the traditional seaside town of Sheringham on the North Norfolk Coast. Set in 31 Acres of picturesque woodland that is surrounded by a further 75 acres of Woodland trust managed woodland. The surroundings and scenery at Hilltop transforms throughout the seasons providing an ever changing and stunning backdrop to the centre.
Hilltop is a haven for nature with many habitats found on or nearby the site for a variety of wildlife and creatures. On a quiet day Barn Owls, Hedgehogs, Garden Birds, Rabbits, Frogs, Partridges and Squirrels can often be spotted from the centre.
The Hilltop cooks prepare healthy and home-cooked meals on site daily with fresh ingredients that are nutritionally balanced. Hilltop Kitchens operate a NUT FREE policy.
Orange juice and a selection of cereals with milk followed by toast and a hot option such as bacon, egg and hash brown.
Sausage Roll or Wrap with salad followed by a homemade biscuit or cake (A selection of fruit is also available)
Group Leaders select a whole group option from a menu including: Pasta Bolognese, Roast Chicken, Sausage and Mash and BBQ chicken followed by a homemade dessert such as Chocolate sponge pudding or apple crumble.
Please select your area of interest, enter your details below and click Sign Up to keep updated on the latest news, events & promotions at Hilltop Outdoor Centre.
