We are now aNATIONAL NATURE RESERVE, sponsored by theCOUNTRYSIDE COUNCIL FOR WALES, this means we can offerfree EDUCATIONAL VISITSto Welsh Schools, subject to availability, please contact us for further information.
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Schools DVD now available in Welsh and English – ideal for pre-visit studies.
For your copy send £5 and enclose your postal details to:
The Educational Officer, The National Showcaves Centre for Wales, Upper Swansea Valley, Swansea, SA9 1GJ.
We have prepared a number of booklets to assist teachers and pupils. The Teachers' Pack aims to assist teachers in planning, preparing for a visit, and organising further activities for class. The pack covers both Key Stages, (5-7 and 8-11), with information on Caves, Iron Age Farm, Shire Horse Centre, Farm and Victorian Kitchen, and Stone Circles.
Each topic has:
• Links to the National Curriculum.
• Background notes.
• A brainstorm of possible areas to explore in class as part of a project.
• Suggested further activities to follow up the visit.
As well as the teachers' pack, the pupil booklets are ready to view on this website. Click here to access these booklets. Please feel free to print off any pages you require.
[Management Line:01639 730284] [24 Hour Information Line:01639 730801]
Cave Geology
In the Geology section, you will learn how caves are formed, along with spectacular cave formations such as stalagmites and stalactites. Can you remember which is which?
The Water Cycle
See how the world's water is perpetually recycled. Click here to find out more.
Dan-yr-Ogof Cave Length
View a cross section of the Dan-yr-Ogof showcave and see how deep this cave really goes. Click here to see more.
How old is a stalactite?
Click here to find out – see how our history coincides with the growth of a stalactite!
If you require information regarding Risk Assessments for a visit to the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, please clickhere.
