This week, students headed to Wallasey for a hands‑on Search & Discovery adventure towards their DofE and John Muir Award, putting their outdoor skills into action along one of the region’s most iconic coastlines.
Right from the start, students were challenged to use their growing orienteering skills. Handrailing along the shoreline, they navigated their way to two impressive landmarks: New Brighton Lighthouse and Fort Perch Rock. As they explored, the group uncovered stories of shipwrecks, coastal defence, and the vital role these structures once played in protecting Liverpool Bay. The pace then shifted from history to nature as the students clambered over the rocks to investigate the coastal rock pools. Their discoveries: crabs scuttling between crevices, starfish tucked beneath stones, and countless sea snails sparked excited discussions about coastal habitats, tidal zones, and how wildlife adapts to life at the edge of the sea.
Following the scenic Ian Fraser Walk, the group passed local highlights such as The Poets’ Bench, Wallasey Golf Course, and The Gunsite. Each stop offered new insights into the area’s cultural and geographical story, turning the walk into a living map of Wallasey’s past and present. The adventure concluded at Leasowe Lighthouse, where students enjoyed lunch beneath the towering structure. Surrounded by sea breeze and open views, they talked about how this lighthouse once guided sailors safely home long before GPS and modern navigation.
By the end of the day, students had strengthened their navigation skills, deepened their understanding of local history, and explored a thriving coastal ecosystem all while experiencing Outdoor Education in the most exciting, memorable way.
