Year 5 had a wonderful sunny day on their trip to Landguard Fort in Felixstowe. We split into two groups that swapped activities throughout the day. One group worked alongside a ranger to learn about ecology and took part in litter picking on the beach, collecting rubbish in buckets to help protect local wildlife. The children were amazed by what they found, including fishing nets, bottle tops, a discarded helium balloon and even a glove! Meanwhile, the other group explored inside the fort and discovered its fascinating history. They learned how Landguard Fort defended the approach to Harwich Harbour, its role in the last seaborne invasion of England in 1667, and how it continued to protect the country through both World Wars, later serving as an anti-aircraft site and even a Cold War control room. It was a fantastic day full of outdoor learning, teamwork and discovery.
