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Where to visit on a school trip in Birmingham?

Birmingham is a big city and an even bigger region. For school seeking educational trips to stretch and enlighten their pupils you are spoiled for choice. Whether you want to stay in the city centre making use of the city's excellent public transport links, or venture further afield in the West Midlands, we can help.

Birmingham's history is rich and varied. If you have a historical topic in mind, the many stately homes or industrial revolution linked venues can help. Or maybe you are looking to learn more about the city's famous canals and transport history. For those seeking adventure, the region is peppered with some fabulous activity centres for day trips or residential stays.

School Trips near Birmingham

The West Midlands is a large metropolitan area in Central England, including towns and cities like Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Walsall and Solihull.

Want to know where to take your school group in Birmingham and the West Midlands? Here are a few ideas: For an action packed indoor adventure, Rock Up Birmingham challenges students with graded climbing walls and an assault course. Sandbox VR Birmingham allows you to experience a mind-blowing virtual reality experience, exploring imaginary worlds and taking on a series of challenges - a great team building experience. LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Birmingham has a great offering for school groups with problem-solving using LEGO models. SEA LIFE Birmingham takes your class from the coast to the bottom of the ocean, showing them over 2,000 sea creatures including sharks and giant sea turtles. These are just a few of the many group visit options in Birmingham.

Still need more ideas? Fill out the quick form on this page and let us know what your class would like to achieve from its school trip in Birmingham.

Able to travel to other counties in West Midlands, have a look at our trip pages for: Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, for more school trip ideas.

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Win a History workshop with Puzzle Locker

Win a free Puzzle Locker workshop day! Engage your pupils with exciting, immersive escape room challenges that boost teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity delivered in your school for an unforgettable learning experience. Using iPads and physical resources, children work together in small teams to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and complete their mission within a set time. Puzzle Locker workshops are fully delivered in schools, making them a convenient and cost-effective alternative to traditional school trips.

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school child rock climbing in Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
map pin Birmingham B16 8LP
West Midlands

Looking for the ideal venue for end-of-term trips, PE lessons, or extracurricular learning? Rock Up is your go-to place to meet curriculum PE goals. Our climbing activities provide both intellectual and physical challenges, promoting teamwork & trust
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Ackers Adventure Day Trips
map pin Birmingham B11 2PY
West Midlands

With 40 Years of experience, Ackers Adventure is unlike any other centre within our urban environment we have an unrivalled range of activities from skiing, watersports, climbing and much more.
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Wild Zoo
map pin Stourbridge DY7 5EP
Staffordshire

WILD on-site visits offer curriculum-linked workshops, educational displays and live animal experiences, including the UK's largest free-flight bird show, delivered by expert educators for EYFS-KS4 learners.
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KS2 children having a history lesson at Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
map pin Kenilworth CV8 1NG
Warwickshire

Kenilworth Castle has been a major medieval military stronghold, a royal palace, and an inspiration to writers and artists. It's the perfect destination to bring learning outside of the classroom and cover a range of curriculum subjects.
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Bishops Wood Field Centre
map pin Stourport-on-Severn DY13 9SE
Worcestershire

Surrounded by stunning ancient woodland Bishops Wood has a unique and sustainable centre building. It offers a range of fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips for geography, science and history.
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World War 2 Experience at Bewdley Museum
map pin Bewdley DY12 2AE
Worcestershire

Explore what life was like on the Home Front for evacuees during World War Two with our jam-packed experience day, full of interactive, immersive activities.
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Rivers Day at Bewdley Museum
map pin Bewdley DY12 2AE
Worcestershire

Join us as we take an in-depth look at the River Severn. Through practical activities and walks around the town of Bewdley, pupils will find out about its history and geography, including the effects of flooding .
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Cosford Exhibition-Cold War
map pin Shifnal TF11 8UP
Shropshire

The Allied victory over Nazi Germany in 1945 marked the beginning of the Cold War. The Cold War was given its name after World War II because of the relationship that developed primarily between the USSR and USA. It dominated international affairs
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Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
map pin Nuneaton CV13 0AD
Leicestershire

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre tells an internationally important story within the landscape in which the battle took place. Richard III's death signified the beginning of the powerful Tudor dynasty which changed the face of England.
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The MAD Museum
map pin Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6PT
Warwickshire

The Mechanical Art & Design Museum, or 'MAD Museum' for short, exhibits over 90 interactive pieces of kinetic art & automata made by inventors from all around the world. This is the UK's only centre for mechanical art & combines learning with fun
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The Stone Age Company
map pin Shifnal TF11 8JW
Shropshire

A fantastic way to get children immersed in the Stone Age. Workshops are Interactive & hands on. An opportunity to get up-close and personal with our ancient ancestors. Smell and feel the Stone Age. We even have a real mammoth tooth to pass around!
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ironbridge with spring blossom during an industrial history school trip
British History at Ironbridge & Wroxeter in the heart of Shropshire-Curricul
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Shropshire stands as a prime destination for those delving into British history and industrial evolution, offering a diverse array of educational experiences across Ironbridge Museum's sites and the ancient Wroxeter Roman City.
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1620s House and Garden
map pin Coalville LE67 2FW
Leicestershire

Travel in time to the 1620s House and learn about upstairs-downstairs life, with food, musical instruments, games and costumes from the period. Hunt out the witch marks and explore the garden and its maze.
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Iron Bridge
map pin Ironbridge TF8 7NH
Shropshire

The world's first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in Shropshire in 1779. This pioneering structure marked a turning point in English design and engineering; after it was built, cast iron came to be widely used in construction.
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A Countryside Christmas
map pin Newport TF10 8JY
Shropshire

Winter is a special time at Edgmond Hall. A Countryside Christmas is an exciting, active day designed to provide a magical & enjoyable Christmas experience for children and staff.
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stone age woodland shelter made from logs
Life in the Stone Age
map pin Newport TF10 8JY
Shropshire

Join us for a fun day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand life in the Stone Age! Work together to build shelters and fires, and create authentic Stone Age art and tools to take back to school.
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Quest: Problem Solving and Teamwork
map pin Newport TF10 8JY
Shropshire

The group will be set a quest for the day, and to be successful they'll need to work together, solve problems, find items and complete challenges. Great fun, and can be tailored to cover map skills, building things, examine evidence & analyse info.
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KS1 group exploring a meadow
Countryside Explorers
map pin Newport TF10 8JY
Shropshire

Join us for a day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand our natural environment! The day can be simply tailored to suit your objectives; PSHE, science, and lots of fun.
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Trentham Monkey Forest
map pin Trentham ST4 8AY
Staffordshire

A trip to remember!Bring your little monkeys to see 140 free-roaming Barbary macaques in one of the UK's most unique attractions...
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Wroxeter Roman City
map pin Shrewsbury SY5 6PJ
Shropshire

Step back in time to explore Viriconium (Wroxeter), the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. Wander the remains of the bathhouse and visit a reconstructed town house from a city which was almost as large as Pompeii.
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Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
map pin Leicester LE4 5PN
Leicestershire

Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre is a Charitable Organisation, providing outdoor adventurous activities for all. Our activities are designed to stimulate, educate and motivate all participants at affordable prices throughout the year.
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Stone Age School Trip
map pin Leicester LE4 5PN
Leicestershire

Back in time, learn about Stone Age man, Try lighting a fire if you think you can, Building your own shelter..in LOPC wood, Fire-pit charcoal, draw caveman good. Test your skill with an Archers sight. Go home with knowledge from our StoneAge s
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Shrewsbury Prison - Education Behind Bars
map pin Shrewsbury SY1 2HP
Shropshire

Shrewsbury Prison offers students' the opportunity to escape the classroom through our first-of-it's-kind Education Behind Bars Programme, covering a range of subjects, designed by educationalists, in-line with the national curriculum.
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Stokesay Castle fortified manor house in Shropshire
Stokesay Castle
map pin Craven Arms SY7 9AH
Shropshire

Explore the incredible fortified manor house with a great hall that's remained unchanged for 700 years and discover the fascinating story of the Shropshire wool merchant who became one of the richest men in England.
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Middleport Pottery
map pin Stoke-on-Trent ST6 3PE
Staffordshire

History and creativity come to life in the last continuously operating Victorian pottery in the UK. Pottery is still being made in the same factory that was built in 1889. It is the ideal place for curriculum-linked learning and creative workshops.
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Team Building Outdoor Adventures
map pin Leominster HR6 9PT
Herefordshire

Team Building Days in the great outdoors. After so many months out of school children & young people need time to adjust socially to working together again. At Oaker Wood we offer a range of team building activities in a woodland setting.
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Roman Invaders
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Using interactive and hands-on outdoor activities, costumes and reconstructed artefacts, we provide a unique educational experience of Roman Britain which will inspire both pupils and teachers!
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school child rock climbing at Rushden Lakes
Rock Up Rushden Lakes
map pin Rushden NN10 6FT
Northamptonshire

Looking for the perfect venue for school trips, PE lessons or enrichment days? Rock Up delivers exciting climbing experiences that support curriculum PE goals while building teamwork, confidence, trust and ultimately having fun.
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Viking Explorer
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

We make history fun, engaging and informative by using hands-on outdoor activities, reconstructed artifacts and costumes to provide an immersive experience of the Vikings!
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BeWILDerwood Cheshire
map pin Whitchurch SY13 4JF
Cheshire

Think of the biggest wonky wooden play structures high up in the trees! Explore giant slippery slides, extra-long zip wires, muddled mazes, arts and crafts, plus lots, lots more!
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Residential Trips Birmingham

Planning an overnight trip for your school or looking for a tailored educational residential programme? Your students can benefit from an activity week in Birmingham or its neighbouring counties. Discover exciting school residential learning experiences that promote teamwork, and outdoor education.

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Ackers Adventure Residential centre
map pin Birmingham B11 2PY
West Midlands

Ackers Adventure is an Adventurous Activity Centre just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. A 75 acre site offering many activities such as canoeing, climbing, skiing & residential stays, making Ackers a totally unique venue for a school trip.
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Coracles at Beaudesert Activity Centre
Beaudesert Outdoor Adventures
map pin Rugeley WS15 4JJ
Staffordshire

Beaudesert Outdoor Adventures delivers residential experiences that help young people build confidence, resilience and independence through outdoor adventure. With over 60 years of experience tailored to schools.
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Rock climbing at Frank Chapman OEC
Frank Chapman Outdoor Education Centre
map pin Bewdley DY12 2TY
Worcestershire

Forest-based adventurous and environmental courses set in 90 acres of oak woodland in the beautiful Wyre Forest. Accommodation options are a main centre and glamping pods. Sole occupancy and bespoke courses available
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YHA Stratford-upon-Avon
map pin Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BR
Warwickshire

There's more to Stratford-upon-Avon than Shakespeare - theatre, history and culture buffs of every language love this world-famous location. A superb base for groups and school trips in the West Midlands.
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Ingestre Hall historic building
Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre
map pin Ingestre ST18 9QZ
Staffordshire

Ingestre Arts deliver unique, transferable learning experiences through creative & expressive arts such as music, drama, visual art, dance & animation. The UKs only dedicated residential arts centre, a residential with us is unlike any other!
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YHA Ironbridge Coalport
YHA Ironbridge Coalport
map pin Telford TF8 7HT
Shropshire

In the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, in a small town famous for being the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, YHA Ironbridge Coalport is ideal for your next West Midlands school trip residential.
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Edgmond Hall Centre for Outdoor Learning
Edgmond Hall Centre for Outdoor Learning
map pin Newport TF10 8JY
Shropshire

Sole occupancy of our Georgian farmhouse and 43 acres of woodland, gardens and fields means you can focus on your own group's experience. Our full-time staff team deliver a wide range of outdoor & creative adventures tailored to suit your group.
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Alton Towers
map pin Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB
Staffordshire

Home to Britain's most-loved theme park with great kids attractions, white-knuckle roller coaster rides, special events and much, much more.
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Blind trail activity at Culmington Manor activity centre
Culmington Manor
map pin Craven Arms SY7 9BY
Shropshire

Culmington Manor is Manor Adventure's flagship outdoor pursuits centre, based in the heart of the South Shropshire countryside. Experience and enjoy more than 35 adventurous activities on our 100 acre estate. Click to find out why we are so popular
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YHA Ilam Hall
YHA Ilam Hall
map pin Ilam DE6 2AZ
Derbyshire

With sprawling grounds and lots of outdoor space to explore, this grand Gothic manor offers a magical location to visit the Peak District and its many attractions.
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International Baccalaureate Diploma
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Residential fieldwork created specifically for International Baccalaureate Diploma students in geography, biology and ESS. Field Studies Council has a network of UK Centres to choose from, many with easy transport links for UK and major airports.
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Bushcraft with the Field Studies Council
map pin London E151HW
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Experience amazing outdoor locations at Field Studies Council's network of UK Centres. Our courses are all focused on students being immersed in the natural world. They also make use of the beautiful surroundings including using bushcraft skills.
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Raft building activity at Oaker Wood Leisure
Oaker Wood Leisure
map pin Leominster HR6 9PT
Herefordshire

Woodland Outdoor Activity centre with 2 Glamping Villages which can be booked by schools for exclusive use. Sleep up to 160 in Glamping Pods. Catered or self catered. High Ropes, Low Ropes, Team Building, Rafting, Zip Wire, Paintball, Target Shooting
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Image for a residential school trip at Preston Montford Field Centre Outdoor Activity centre in Shropshire KS2 KS3 KS4 Field Studies School Trips
Preston Montford Field Centre
map pin Shrewsbury SY4 1DX
Shropshire

Preston Montford has easy access to a wide range of sites from the South Shropshire Hills AONB, to Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, Ludlow, Birmingham and Snowdonia. Visit for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.
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School children at Mount Cook
Mount Cook
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Mount Cook is a not-for-profit Adventure Centre dedicated to providing exciting outdoor adventurous activities and outdoor learning opportunities for KS2 to KS4 at the edge of the Peak District.
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Willersley Castle
map pin Matlock DE4 5BW
Derbyshire

Enjoy a range of challenging outdoor pursuits within the 65 acre estate, Willersley Castle - once the home of Industrial Revolution's Richard Arkwright.
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Prehistoric Britain
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Using interactive and hands-on outdoor activities, costumes and reconstructed artefacts, we provide a unique educational experience of Prehistoric Britain which will inspire both pupils and teachers!
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Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
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Bike Hike and Paddle was founded with a simple but powerful goal: to get people outdoors and push the boundaries of what they think is possible. We empower participants to complete their Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expeditions.
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Big School Camp Midlands
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We offer a range of unique and innovative outdoor activities with a residential experience delivered on your school's premises. Our camps help you deliver a full outdoor learning experience with 100% participation for all and at a very low costs
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West Midlands School Workshops

Is your school located in West Midlands? A huge range of workshop providers can bring the learning experience to you! Allow your students to benefit from specialist knowledge about your class subject or topic..

HAVEYOURSAY-Online Safety
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We need to talk about the internet. The first talking point? How to stay safe online! In this KS2 workshop, pupils will use drama-based activities to ponder some pretty big Online Safety questions. Join the conversation!
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Ancient Greece!
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At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!
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Augmented Reality
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Bring learning to life with Augmented Reality experiences that blend the real world with interactive digital content. Students explore science, space, wildlife, history, and STEM through exciting hands-on AR activities that boost engagement
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The Vikings!
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At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!
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