Give a child an unforgettable day out in nature

At TCV we believe that all children should have the opportunity to build a connection to nature.

But sadly, many children miss out on the chance to spend time and engage with the natural world.

Research shows that children growing up in urban, economically disadvantaged communities are less likely to have access to quality green spaces within 15 minutes of their home.

That’s why we created Wild Days Out – to give more children the chance to spend time and get up close to the natural world.

And this April, all donations made to the Wild Days Out appeal between noon on 22^nd April and noon on 29^th April will be doubled and help twice the number of children, thanks to the Big Give’s green match fund.

To have your donation doubled, either leave us your email here and we'll contact you when the appeal goes live at midday on 22nd April, or bookmark this page.

How can you help?

By donating to the Wild Days Out appeal this spring, you can help double the number of children to connect to the natural world.

How your donation can make twice the impact this week:

Your £20 donation will double to become £40 and could help two children to take part in nature identification activities
Your £40 donation will double to become £80 and could help 4 children to go pond dipping
Your £60 donation will double to become £120 and could help 6 children to plant seeds and learn about pollination
Your £100 donation will double to become £200 and could help 10 children to take part in bug hunts and learn about different mini beast

We want to give even more children the chance to come on a Wild Day Out in 2025 but need your support – can you help?

What happens on a Wild Day Out?

Our experienced education teams involve the children in activities such as bug hunting, sowing seeds, den building and identifying different nature forms such as trees, birds and creepy crawlies. They can also learn new skills including building bug hotels, whittling and campfire cooking.

Held at sites around the country, the days out are specially designed to give primary school-aged children hands-on experiences and build their understanding of the natural environment that surrounds them.

Children enjoying themselves on their Wild Day Out.

Why is this important?

In the words of Sir David Attenborough, Vice President, TCV:

“No one will protect what they don’t care about; and no one will care about what they have never experienced.”

Spending time in nature is vital for children’s health and wellbeing. But we also need to inspire the next generation of conservationists to care about the natural world and the need to protect wildlife.

Children’s feedback at the end of their Wild Day Out.

We are hoping to raise enough funds to support the running of 40 Wild Days Out in 2025. If we are lucky enough to raise more than we need, donations will go to wherever the need is greatest within the charity.