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Seaside trip to Picardy & the Somme Bay

The Baie de Somme is one of France's last truly wild coastlines — a vast estuarine reserve famous for its grey seals, migratory birds and breath-taking tidal landscapes.

France 3 nights / 4 days Ages 12–15
Duration
3 nights / 4 days
Group size
15 to 60 pupils
Ages
Ages 12–15
Season
Apr – Oct

Picardy & the Somme Bay with your class

Guided seal-watching by kayak or on foot, sand-yachting on the enormous flat beaches, and a specialist ornithology walk through the Baie de Somme nature reserve combine to create an unforgettable outdoor science experience. The location also puts the group close to the Somme memorials, adding a powerful History dimension for older classes.

The programme works as a pure nature trip or as a combined science and history stay. On the Move manages the full itinerary, specialist guides and accommodation.

Seaside class in Picardy and the Somme Bay

Trip highlights

  • Seal-watching on the Baie de Somme — one of France's largest grey seal colonies
  • Sand-yachting on vast, flat Atlantic beaches
  • Ornithology walk through a protected coastal nature reserve
  • Optional Somme memorials visit for History groups

Curriculum links

Natural Sciencesseals, seabirds, coastal ecosystems, Baie de Somme nature reserve
HistoryWorld War I — the Somme
Geographyestuaries, coastal wetlands, Atlantic coast

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Seaside Classes - your questions

Our Belgian Coast programme is designed for P3–P4 (ages 8–10) and is available as a day trip. Secondary programmes on the Dutch coast and Picardy suit ages 12–16, with content adapted to each year group.

Yes. All water-based activities are run by qualified, certified instructors with the correct ratios and safety equipment. Non-swimmers are always catered for.

Return travel, full-board coastal accommodation, all workshops and activities, qualified guides, insurance and a dedicated On the Move coordinator.

Spring and early summer dates fill first. We recommend booking 4 to 6 months ahead to secure your preferred week.

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