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.
Cambridge Science Centre
School Trip East of England
Subjects: Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Explore hands-on, engaging science learning at Cambridge Science Centre, designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding in young minds. Tailored school programs cover diverse STEM topics, offering immersive experiences for all ages.
Cambridge Science Centre
Cambridge Science Centre
Cambridge CB4 0FN
Explore hands-on, engaging science learning at Cambridge Science Centre, designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding in young minds. Tailored school programs cover diverse STEM topics, offering immersive experiences for all ages....
Life in a Medieval Castle Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
It’s Anarchy! King Stephen and his knights left for battle. Now an evil knight threatens to attack. Can your children keep the castle running in the king’s absence? And can they defend it? ...
Florence Nightingale Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Work next to Florence Nightingale as she treats injured soldiers in Crimea. The children serve as both nurses and soldiers as Florence works to improve conditions at Scutari Hospital. She will change nursing for the better!...
Pirates Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Avast, ye mateys! Plunge your children into the lore of the Seven Seas. Explore pirate skills, tall tales and hidden treasure. Who here be stout enough to join our crew? Arrr!...
Life in Ancient Egypt Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
The Pharaoh wants to build a new city -- and he needs your children to help! Explore Egyptian culture and achievements while taking part in hands-on activities such as mummification and tomb painting. ...
Life in Roman Britain Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Put your children in a Roman fort at the height of Britain’s Boudican Rebellion. While they labour in the fort’s workshops – making mosaics, wax tablets, maps and more – news arrives about the Ninth Legion’s battles. Which side will prevail...
Life in Saxon or Viking Britain
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Place our children in the action as Saxon and Viking kings prepare to battle for Britain. Your children work as settlers – creating weaving, pottery, runes and more – as tenstions grow. Will Alfred or Guthrum prevail? ...
Storytelling Into Writing
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Whether its deciding what to write or how to write, the motivation begins with the WHY – which should be purposeful, understandable, relevant, and ideally enjoyable. Storytelling provides these elements in abundance....
Great Fire of London Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Place your children in the action as the Great Fire devours 1666 London. The children work as tradespeople — trying their hands at practical crafts — as the fire draws nearer. Can they stop the blaze from spreading? ...
Inspire Reading for Pleasure
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Even before the Institute of Education reported that reading for pleasure has "powerful influence on children’s cognitive development," schools were thanking us for inspiring their learners to read. Bring this empowering engagement to your school....
History Through Toys
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
A fascinating and fun visiting workshop using a wide selection of modern and historic real toys to explore the topic of History through Toys, it has been created to be a resource-rich engaging and interactive learning experience for pupils!...
Victorians 1897 Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Sit up straight and pay attention! Our Victorian classroom day teaches children the 3 Rs using traditional techniques. Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee approaches – the children can join the nation in celebrating!...
Life in Ancient Greece Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Set your children in Ancient Greece during the Battle of Marathon. As they work in the marketplace – making pottery, mosaics and more – the battle rages nearby. What news will Pheidippides bring? ...
Themed Storytelling
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
In the year that the IoE found reading for pleasure to have "a powerful influence on children’s cognitive development," our European Lifelong Learning study saw learners score 26% better in a standardised test. Bring these results to your school!...
Immersive Storytelling
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Covid-safe in-person performances designed to stimulate children's creativity and love of literacy, as well as for all other areas of life. ...
History of Toys Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Become a toymaker! Children will learn different ways to classify toys (e.g. older/newer), what they are made from (wood/plastic etc) and how they work (push/pull/turn etc). ...
Life in Tudor England Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Henry VIII broke from Rome. His wife Anne Boleyn displeases him. And he is desperate for a male heir. Put your children in 1536 England as controversy rages. What will the king do next? Heads could roll....
Seaside Day
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Journey to the seaside – without leaving your school hall! Children can explore the wonders of a traditional pier – including old-time games and a Punch and Judy show – while making their own souvenirs. ...
Storytelling
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
Storytelling provides a truly enthralling, immersive, empowering experience, making it perfect for celebrations with hidden benefits for your learners. Our unique style guarantees every learner has a say in the stories told, ensuring engagement....
The Geology Lab
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
It’s time to rock! Our Geology Lab workshop investigates fossils, rocks and soils. Get hands-on as you explore water erosion, “make” rocks and more!...
Space and Sound Workshops
Cambridgeshire & Various Regions
We have created exciting and engaging resource-packed visiting science and history workshops for KS1 and KS2 that explore topics such as space, and space travel, as well as a new workshop all about the science of sound....
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. .
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..
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. .
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. .
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 .
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. .
Caldecotte Xperience
With some of the best facilities in the region, we offer school activity days or residential visits with a wide variety of outdoor activities for schools to choose from, on land and water and even some indoors..
Rock Up Rushden Lakes
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.
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. .
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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