A wild day out in Shropshire

 We were greeted by a howling wind last Friday, so what better way to increase the feeling of exposure than venturing up to one of the highest points in Shropshire.

Titterstone Clee Hill at 1749ft,  is one of Shropshire’s most striking landmarks, rising sharply above the surrounding countryside and offering expansive 360‑degree views across the Midlands and into Wales. Its summit is a dramatic mix of ancient archaeology, rugged geology, and industrial remnants, making it a uniquely atmospheric place to explore.

There is an Air traffic control facility near the summit and part of the installation includes a 'randome' (which looks like a very big golf ball!) The group walked to the trig point at the summit, then down along the side of the big white globe.

It was decided by staff that the summit was too exposed to get the parachute out. So when down by the bus on a slightly (but not much) sheltered side, we pulled it out the ruck sack to give the pupils an idea of the forces involved.

We started with a full squad around the circumference and slowly told the pupils to dip in and out, to increase the force and effort involved. 

It was evident that this little exercise was a real eye-opener for all of the pupils involved, to experience first hand the power of the elements.