Beach School
From firepit cookery and bushcraft to imagination and storytelling, learn the art of whittling, practical conservation behaviour and survival skills. Our forest school-inspired beach pop-up sessions build confidence and social skills in Watergate Bay’s coastal environment.
Beach School returns for Easter holidays 2026.
Workshops
In association with the Forest School, our qualified Coastal School Leadership team share knowledge of the marine and coastal environment through beach games and activities. Available for 6-12 years.
Beachside whittling
Learn the art of whittling with Forest school-inspired woodworking sessions on the sand. Beginning with potato peelers (depending on age) and advancing onto knives.
Whittling has been shown to promote focus and creativity, interdependence and life skills.
Session information
All sessions are subject to availability. Activity types will vary depending on the weather, age group and tidal conditions. Read our booking terms here.
Hotel guests can book through the app. Sessions for non-residents are chargeable and bookable here. Sessions include a mix of:
Use carving techniques with different tools safely, creating wooden crafts. Learn how to light fire, keep it burning and safely extinguish it.
Hunt for seashells and rockpool dwellers, listen to beach storytelling and create beach inspired crafts.
Be the first to know
We'd love to keep in touch and send you the latest news, events, competitions and offers from the Bay. Sign up to receive our e-newsletter.