Making a school visit
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what is available so you can tell your teacher!
Schools make regular visits to Temple Newsam all year round but lots of schools visit
between May and July. All visits need to be booked in advance. Normally two weeks notice
is required, but between May and July you need to book at least 4 clear weeks in advance.
Please ring our secretary on (0113) 2647321 for bookings to the House or to book any
activity related to the House. Please ring (0113) 2645535 to make a booking for a Farm
visit or any Farm or Estate-related education activity.
For a Self–Guided Visit to the Estate please write to us on headed notepaper with confirmation of your dates and
times and the number of children you intend to bring. Admission to the Estate is free.
For a Self–Guided Visit to the Farm please telephone the Secretary on (0113) 264 5535 to discuss your requirements
and book your visit. Write on headed notepaper with confirmation of your dates and times, the number of children
you intend to bring and the number of adult helpers that will be coming with them. Attach a cheque made payable
to Leeds City Council for the amount discussed with the Secretary for any admission to the Farm that may apply.
For a Guided Visit to the Farm or Estate you need to book the Education Officer's time
before booking your school visit, by ringing (0113) 264 5535 to make sure she is available
on the day you require. You will need to discuss and agree what activities you would like to
do, then book your day with the Secretary on the above number. Then send us written
confirmation with your payment. The Education Officer can advise you on many elements of
your visit including National Curriculum content, Health and Safety and Risk Assessments.
We strongly advise that you make a free preparatory visit before your school arrives. If you
need some help or guidance from the Education Officers, please ring them and book their
time in advance.
For a Visit to the House please ring the Education staff at the house on (0113) 264 7321 to discuss your
requirements and a booking form will be sent to you. Any payment should be made on the day of your visit at
the Admission Desk in the house.
CHARGES FOR EDUCATIONAL VISITS
Admission
Visits to Temple Newsam House, Estate and Home Farm are free to children
visiting as a group from a Leeds (LEA) school, Nursery School or special needs school.
Please ring in advance to book a visit. You will still need a ticket to gain entry, obtainable on
arrival at the courtyard Visitor Centre Shop or House Admission Desk.
Private and non-Leeds (LEA) schools are charged £1.50 per head for entry to the House or
Farm or £2.00 per head for a joint ticket All children under 5 years old are admitted free of
charge.
Self-Guided Activities at Temple Newsam House, Estate or Home Farm
These are free and must be booked in advance. Some activities may carry a retaining fee for borrowing equipment or
Activity Boxes. Please ask.
Guided Activities at Temple Newsam House
These are currently free and must be booked in advance.
Guided Activities at Home Farm or on the Estate
These cost £2.00 per child per half day or 2 hour session and must be booked in advance.
