The trip began with a stop in Shrewsbury, where Mrs Crimp led a morning of human geography fieldwork focused on the concept of changing places. Students carried out a variety of techniques, including questionnaires, environmental quality surveys, a clone town survey, land use surveys, and noise surveys. After a well-earned lunch, featuring burgers and shakshuka, the group continued their journey to North Wales.
On arrival, students stopped at a local supermarket to stock up on meals and snacks for the coming days before heading to their accommodation, an Airbnb just north of Porthmadog. Along the way, they enjoyed sweeping views across the Glaslyn Estuary before settling in for the evening.
The following day, the group travelled to Criccieth Beach, where they were joined by Miss Massey and Elsie from the Field Studies Council. Students participated in a full day of coastal fieldwork, learning and applying techniques such as beach profiling, sediment sampling, cost–benefit analysis, flood risk assessments, and bi-polar surveys. They were fortunate to enjoy clear skies and sunshine throughout, conditions not always guaranteed!
That evening, the group enjoyed a traditional fish and chips dinner before taking a walk to a secluded beach. There, they admired the sunset and identified key geological features studied in the classroom, including dip, joints, and bedding planes.
On the final morning, students took part in the Zip Safari at Zip World, tackling a high ropes course complete with zip wires, balance beams, and suspended stepping stones. Miss Massey praised the group’s determination and courage, and students agreed it was the perfect way to conclude a memorable trip.
A special thank you goes to Mrs Griffiths for accompanying the trip and driving the minibus.
