# Event Details - **Event Name**: Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am – Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Discover skills, approaches and knowledge that underpin play based learning in a woodland setting.About this EventDates and Timings19th-20th October 2026, 9.30am-4.30pmLocation: Tilgate Park, Crawley, RH10 5PQ, in the woods near the black recreation hutswhat3words: direct.tidy.itselfParking / Public transport: Use Traveline to plan your journey Meeting Point: Use the Tilgate Drive entrance next to the K2 Leisure Centre off the A23. The meeting point is the first free car park with yellow barriers on the left as you drive up Tilgate Drive.Google link: 51°05'45.7"N 0°11'19.3"W - Google MapsToilets: · Public toilets are available in the main carpark. What3words: call.sports.across & Google map link. We also provide a toilet tent and handwashing facilities.Who is this course for?This course is aimed at those who are interested in learning more about the Forest School approach to learning and who would like to help out at an existing Forest School.It can also be used as a first step for those considering taking Forest School Leader training at a later date.Entry CriteriaParticipants need to be over 18 years of age and have an interest in working with children and young people outdoors.Course ContentThe Level 1 course will provide you with the skills necessary to become an effective member of a Forest School delivery team. We will discuss the Forest School approach to learning, risk management and the impacts of Forest School on a woodland environment. Practical skills covered will include safe lighting, management and use of a campfire in a Forest School setting, safe use of a range of hand tools and a variety of games and activities. The course will be run on Forest School principles, so you will see the Forest School ethos in action.Course LayoutTwo days of training to cover:Understanding the Forest School Approach to LearningPractical Forest School skillsTraining days run from 9.30am – 4.30pm in an outdoor settingA short Level 1 workbook should be completed within six months of the course start date (Please refer to booking Terms & Conditions).As part of the coursework you will need to attend at least one Forest School session run by a Level 3 Qualified Forest School Leader and complete your observations of this session.The course will take place outside in a woodland setting.Will this course lead to an accreditation?On successful completion of the course you will be awarded an AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group Level 1 Award in Introduction to Forest School Principles (QCF)Please note that the Level 1 qualification will not entitle you to lead your own Forest School sessions. If you would like to know more about Level 3 Forest School Leader training courses, please contact us.Special Instructions:Please ensure that you arrive ten minutes before the start time, on the first day, for registration.Kit ListThe training is primarily based outdoors and as such there are certain things you need to bring. The kit list below is obviously weather dependant.Please bring a form of photographic identification with you to register such as a driving licence, passport or other reputable form of photographic IDWork/Gardening (also known as Rigger) glovesLunch, snacks and plenty of water. Hot water will be available, please bring your own tea/coffee/milk/flask etc.Notebook, pen and cameraThis is a practical and active outdoor course so please wear plenty of warm clothes, hat and gloves, thermals. It is often cooler in the woods.Full waterproofs including trousers.Please make sure you have closed toe, sturdy shoes or wellington boots suitable for a woodland setting.Always wear long trousers, even if the forecast is a hot day. This is for safe tool use and tick prevention.Consider sun cream and insect repellent (if susceptible)A bag to carry your kitHygienePlease DO NOT attend the course if you are unwell (high temperature, continuous cough, diarrhoea and/or vomiting within last 48 hours) and notify your trainer via TEXT directly.Severe WeatherWe aim to go ahead in most weather conditions; however, activities will not go ahead in severe weather such as high winds, extreme cold and/or persistent heavy rain, and where indoor alternatives cannot be arranged. You will receive an email and/or a phone call the day before the event to be informed of cancellation. If you are not contacted, the event will be going ahead as planned.This information should answer most questions you have about the training, however if you do have any further queries please don’t hesitate to contact:fstraining@sussexwt.org.uk Tel: 01273 497561Please read, understand and agree to our Booking Terms and Conditions before making a booking.Forest School Training | Sussex Wildlife TrustCancellation PolicyCancellation more than 90 days before the course start date = 10% of total booking costCancellation between 31-90 days before the course start date = 50% of total booking costCancellation less than 30 days before the course start date = 100% of total booking cost - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/crawley/forest-school-training-level-1-tilgate-park-crawley-1002a37045/100001907227030389 - **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 263, max: 263, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Crawley - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Tilgate Park - **lat**: 51.0950874 - **long**: -0.1803336 - **full address**: Tilgate Park, Tilgate Drive, Crawley, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/035c76def0e9daaaeda04aa5c01cb82c15b9c15e9094175b29fd217708176a5c-rimg-w1200-h800-dca8a591-gmir.jpg?v=1762065163 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) being held? - **A:** Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) takes place on Mon, 19 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 am to Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Tilgate Park, Tilgate Drive, Crawley, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045)? - **A:** Tickets for Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) are priced at GBP 263 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityLevel 1GBP 263Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045)? - **A:** Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) is organized by Sussex Wildlife Trust. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Forest School Training Level 1: Tilgate Park, Crawley (1002A37045) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Crawley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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