School Visits Cambridgeshire
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Discover a wealth of educational school visit opportunities that will allow your pupils to explore Cambridgeshire's rich history, diverse geography, and renown scientific heritage. Whatever your class topic or curriculum subject, Cambridgeshire and the surrounding part os the East of England has many fantastic opportunities for learning or inspiring your class.
Searching for ideas of local places to visit? The historic university city of Cambridge offers educational visit opportunities for students of all ages. How about trying a hands-on workshop at the Cambridge Science Centre, or visit the cathedral city of Ely with its medieveal architecture, or perhaps the city of Peterborough.
The Cambridgeshire Fens are a flat expanse of marshland in the north and east of the county, that have been partly drained, and provide a great opportunity to learn about geography, local wildlife or agricultural processes.
Whether focusing on science or history, geography or the arts, educational visits in Cambridgeshire have the potential to bring classroom subjects vividly to life, leaving a lasting impression on students.
Take a look at some of the highlights below, or expand your search beyond Cambridgeshire to other local counties in East Anglia and the South East, or further afield, using the menu above.
Grafham Water Centre Residentials
School Trip East of England
Subjects: Accommodation Only, Bushcraft, Geology, Physical Education, Team Building, Watersports, Outdoor Learning
With over 50 years of outdoor education expertise, Grafham Water Centre offers exciting, inclusive adventures for schools and groups. From water sports to high ropes-discover a safe, fun, and unforgettable experience. Click to learn more!
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Audley End
There's a full day outside the classroom at Audely End House and Gardens. A 17th century mansion complete with Victorian Service Wing, Kitchen Garden and stables to explore outside and visit the hands-on Nursery Suite and Coal Gallery.
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Rock UK - Frontier Centre
Frontier Centre is a great place for school trips, set in 122 acres of young woodland and open grounds with a river and lakes adjoining for all your water based activities. Frontier Centre has an excellent choice of accommodation & catering options.
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Residential & Day Trips at The Chellington Centre
Enjoy sole use of this beautiful converted church, renovated for schools and youth groups in 2005, surrounded in stunning countryside, perfect for running your own programme or choose from our range of on-site activities.
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The Bushcraft Company - Boughton Woods
Not everything can be taught in a classroom. We believe that some of the most important life skills are best learned outside. Get back to basics with our real outdoor experiences and give your students the chance to grow.
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YHA London Lee Valley
Set on the edge of 10,000 acres of Lee Valley Country Park, you might be surprised to find out that that YHA London Lee Valley is only 20 minutes away from central London.
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World War II Bletchley Park & Enigma
Battlefield & History Tours specialises in exactly that. Bletchley Park and the surrounding areas are filled with history and bring studies to life. The National Radio Centre, Woburn Abbey and The National Museum of Computing to name but a few
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Day Trips at Willen Lake
Willen Lake offers a range of multi-activity sessions. Suitable for those with no experience who are keen to try something new. We offer watersports and land based activities which are sure to create a memorable experience for all students.
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Immersive learning Hub
5 subjects, 1 visit! New Immersive Experiences Hub at The Spectrum Place. Explore Ancient Egypt, Dinosaurs & Volcanoes, Biomes & Our Planet, Space, ending with a 360° cinema. SEND & ASD friendly. £5 per pupil - limited time.
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Rock Up Rushden Lakes
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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The Food Museum
At the Food Museum we help people learn more about food. Where it comes from, how it's made and the role it's played down the centuries in shaping how we live our lives.
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Cuffley Active Learning Centre
Based in Hertfordshire, this south east school trip, in the calming woodland setting of Cuffley Active Learning Centre, promotes development and growth through new activities.
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Rock Up Watford
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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Victorian, Industrial, and World War History
Interactive, curriculum-linked experiences from the Victorians to the World Wars
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Day Visits
South East school trip at Lee Valley. The Regional Park Authority's Learning and Engagement Team provide a range of outdoor learning opportunities for all the key stages within Lee Valley Regional Park.
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Lee Valley White Water Centre
Inspire your students with a day of challenge, teamwork, and adventure. Our activities combine fun with outdoor learning, helping pupils build confidence, resilience, independence, and teamwork through real-world outdoor experiences.
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Rocket Science and Forces
Explore the science of motion and explosives at The Royal Gunpowder Mills! This hands-on, curriculum-linked session lets students investigate forces and discover real-world applications of physics and chemistry in a fascinating historic setting.
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The Bushcraft Company - Cuffley Woods
Empower your students with an unforgettable real Bushcraft adventure! At The Bushcraft Company, we offer 1 to 5 day residential school trips which unique, immersive outdoor adventures for Year 3 to Year 8 students, at our amazing UK woodland sites.
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Epping Forest field centre
Epping Forest field centre, is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture. Visit Epping Forest for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips in London
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Unforgettable Day Visits at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning activities bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
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Unforgettable Residentials at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning unique residentials bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
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Flatford Mill field centre
Visit Flatford Mill field centre set amidst quintessentially English countryside of the Dedham. Our outdoor learning programmes can be tailored to the outcomes you require, from exam board specifications to boosting confidence communication skills.
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Rootd Adventure
Based in acres of Hertfordshire woodland, just an hour from Central London, we offer immersive outdoor residential trips for primary and secondary schools, where children take on new challenges, learn new skills and make lifelong memories together.
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Lee Valley Athletics Centre
Boasting outstanding indoor and outdoor track and field facilities, Lee Valley Athletics Centre offers a variety of school programmes - from fun sports days and coached sessions to competitive events - across run, jump and throw disciplines.
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Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre
Schools can enjoy a range of watersports and outdoor pursuits in our new activity centre, 11 miles from Norwich in East Anglia. As well as 37 acres of water, large indoor facilities provide a range of activities such as climbing, abseiling and more.
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The Great Fen
Wildlife, Science
The Wildlife Trust offer tailored science and nature educational visits. Turn your group into wildlife investigators for the day with a visit to The Great Fen, north of Cambridge. Trips available for EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Biology, Geology, Dinosaurs
Discover how life on Earth evolved over time with a huge display of more than a million rocks and fossils - from microscopic flora to huge dinosaurs. The museum, located in the centre of Cambridge, is a fantastic learning resource for any age group.
Nene Park
Biology, Geology, Dinosaurs
Curriculum based outdoor learning. From Forest schools to adventure activities. Experience history, heritage and wildlife at Nene Park near Peterborough in Cambridgeshire.
Ely Cathedral
Religious Education, Medieval History
Full and half day visits led by Ely Cathedral's learning team. Explore history, English and RE and PSHE topics at one of England's largest and most impressive cathedrals. Sessions suitable for KS1 to GCSE students.
National Horse Racing Museum
Art, History
Self led visits and workshops at Newmarket's home of horse racing. Curriculm linked activities available from maths to art. They are also an Artsmark Partner and an Arts Award Centre. And don't for get the horses!
Imperial War Museum Duxford
World War, Aviation
IWM Duxford in Cambridgeshire is a fascinating museum dedicated to the history of aviation with a focus on WWII. From biplanes and spitfires to modern jet aircraft. Organised school sessions and self led visits show your students over 200 historic aircraft.
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Biology, plants
The botanic gardens at Cambridge are an incredible resource for students with more than 6,000 plant species and a large number of well-planned learning sessions aimed at all key stages. Learn about plant life cycles and rainforests. Visit grants also available.
March and District Museum Cambridgeshire
Local History, Victorians
The museum is split into several displays focusing on March's local history. Learning ideas include the Victorian legacy, history of the fens, military history and a recreation of a fenland cottage. A wonderful resource for local school groups.
Hamerton Zoo Park
Wildlife, Zoo
Offering exciting and engaging wildlife sessions run by a dedicated Education Officer, Hamerton zoo is perfect for primary school visits. View some amazing animals up close. Topics include animals, habitats, adaptation, senses and much more.
The Cromwell Museum Huntingdon
History, Tudors
Learn about the history of controversial Cambridegshire local, Oliver Cromwell, MP and would be King. This fantastic museum in Huntingdon immerses your children, giving them a real sense of the upheaval in the 17th century, from the civil wars to the overthrow of the monarchy.
Centre for Computing History
Computing, Design Technology, Electronics
A great place to learn about the history of information tecnology, the development of computers and how they influence our world. Located in the heart of Cambridge, students get hands on learning in a variety of computing applications, from microprocessing to gaming.
Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
History, Art
At Peterborough Museum your class can discover historical artifacts from the Romans through to the Victorians, with hands on activities like preparing a Roman meal, learning pottery skills, or dressing up like a Tudor. Link your curriculum learning in history or art to this wonderul resource.
Paxton Pits Environmental Education Centre
Geography, Wildlife, Fieldwork
Sessions for pupils focus on local wildlife and why Paxton Pits is an important location. From fossil hunting to pond dipping and animal habitats, there is a lot to discover and some well planned learning resources! This location is run by the Wildlife Trust at St Neots.
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