Cultural Education

Experience a diverse range of world cultures

How to find cultural education trips in the UK that promote diversity and awareness?

Cultural trips explore festivals, global heritage, and communities, teaching students about respect and broadening perspectives.

Cultural Education or cultural diversity is an important part of British society. Children come from all different backgrounds and religions, many with family and friends living in different parts of the world.

One of the aims of the trips and school workshops on this page is introducing children to aspects of other cultures, be they performing arts, or festival and religion based. Cultural education can broaden their horizons by teaching children about cultural differences, from food and language to beliefs and how other societies are structured.

Diwali School Trips UK | October 2026

Diwali on 20 October 2026 brings the festival of lights to life, celebrating good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is a beautiful cultural event embraced across Britain. For UK school children, it is an ideal time to explore Indian heritage through workshops on rangoli art, traditional dance, storytelling or lantern making. Many venues offer immersive days with music, food tasting and diya decorating that tie into subjects like Religious Education, Art and PSHE. A diwali themed educational visits help pupils understand diversity and shared celebrations in multicultural Britain. Options range from local community centres to larger cultural hubs in cities like Leicester or London. Book early for the festive slots as demand is always high.

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Chinese New Year School Trips UK | February 2027

Chinese New Year which begins 6th February 2027, is a popular East Asian celebration of renewal, family and good fortune. Schools can tie in with this colourful festival by booking immersive workshops with dragon dances, lantern making, calligraphy or traditional music sessions that link to subjects including RE, art and geography.

Many UK cities like London, Manchester and Liverpool host lively parades that any school child will enjoy and feel inspired by. Pupils can learn about zodiac animals, red envelopes and spring festival customs and traditions associated with the New Year. These school trips and workshops are incredibly popular and dates book out fast for obvious reasons. Plan your 2027 celebration today!

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You may be wishing to look at aspects of PSHE or Citizenship such as diversity, respect or British values, or you may simply wish your class to experience other cultures through experiences like dance or music.

We have plenty of choice of day trip venues and workshops below, or if you aren't quite sure what you need for your cultural education day, use the purple form to tell us a bit more about what you are hoping to achieve and we will send you suggestions.

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Peterhead Prison
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Walking through original cells and corridors brings past societies to life, helping learners understand how justice, human rights, and everyday life have evolved. Through real stories of former...
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International & Multicultural Dance Workshops
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Book The Best Dance Days - International & Multicultural dance workshops that explore the globe to bring your international or multicultural day or week to life with these dance workshops. With over 1000 5* reviews from verified teachers!
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Chinese dance workshops - Year of the Goat 2027
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Are you looking to celebrate the Year of the Goat in a fun and engaging way? Look no further than our exciting Chinese dance workshops for 2027! Join us as we dive into the rich cultural heritage of Chinese dance and learn traditional dance move
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Scotland School Trips
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Taking a school trip to the Scottish Highlands offers a unique and enriching experience, primarily focusing on the stunning natural environment, history, and culture. It offers a blend of stunning...
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Christianity, Islam, Judaism & Hinduism
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Immerse yourself into some of the facinating religions and cultures of the world. Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Hinduism. Our stunning 360° experiences will take your students into another world of faiths and religion.
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Carnival Dance Workshops
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Book The Best Dance Days - Carnival dance workshops for schools linked to your Brazil or Rio topics or as part of your World Week or Multicultural event. With over 1000 5* reviews from verified teachers!
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Brazilian Carnival Samba Dance workshops
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Let's bring the extravagant colorful Rio carnival party to your school. Full of energy, party vibes, and no-stop dancing!!. We encourage all pupils to wear vibrant colors for the Brazil samba dance workshops.
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Windrush - Migration Workshop
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During this workshop, the children will pack their bags leaving the Caribbean Island of Jamacia and board HMT Windrush to journey to post war Britain. Through drama, song and poetry we will explore how the Windrush generation helped re-build Britain.
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Creative School Trips
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Creativity and Culture are two of Theatre Workout's core specialities, as they go hand-in-hand. All UK cities have their own, unique culture - derived from multiple influences and expressed...
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Maypole & Traditional Dance Workshops
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The British Isles have a rich cultural heritage, and traditional dance is an amazing way to access it. The origins of many British traditions are steeped in mystery, and that is part of their charm....
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British Values
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Meet the enthusiastic Sally Spade, a keen follower of all things British! Through drama, teamwork, poetry, and improvisation, explore the meaning and importance of 'British Values' and the part they play in our lives.
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British Values
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Three British Values Days to Explore The Law, History and Rights and Responsibilities.
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Stone Age Thrive or Survive Specials - Starring your class, in your school
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What do we know of culture from pre-history? In truth very little and what we do have is often overlooked in favour of the materialistic manner that we attach to our ancestors. Here is a farm tool so...
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Indian Dance Workshops
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Book The Best Dance Days - Indian & Bollywood dance workshops are very popular during Diwali but can be booked at any time during the school year. Book in advance to secure your ideal date. With over 1000 5* reviews from verified teachers!
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Empire Windrush
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Using fine & gross motor skills with basic materials and simple instructions, pupil's work individually in groups and altogether to build a huge model of the The Empire Windrush, that they will be eager to tell everyone at home about!
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World Multicultural dance workshops
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VG Dance Multicultural experience workshops will take you around the world to explore a variety of cultural dance styles. Mix and Match various countries and styles of dance to create a customized and unique experience for your pupils.
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Music, Drama & Preformance Workshops
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Our music, drama, and performance workshops support the Cultural Education curriculum by exposing pupils to diverse art forms, creative expression, and cultural practices. From hip-hop elements like...
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Diwali - Bollywood and Indian dance workshops
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VG Dance workshops present Indian and Bollywood dance sessions for schools. We explore the rich celebratory festivals Diwali and the Holi festival. Half-day or Full day workshop days give your pupils fun, opportunity, and cultural experiences
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Flamenco Dance Workshops
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Book The Best Dance Days - Flamenco & Spanish dance workshops for schools. These are a great way to start learning about Spain and can be booked anytime during the school year. With over 1000 5* reviews from verified teachers!
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West End Workshops
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Creative and cultural education in schools has declined significantly in the past 30 years, which is why trips focused on culture are so important. Creativity and culture go hand in hand, and...
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Cultural Education School Trips - FAQ

8 March 2026

Why cultural education trips?
They broaden views - festivals or museums for diversity. Curriculum on global awareness, and it helps empathy.

Cultural workshop or trip - which?
Workshops for intro (£150-£400). Trips for immersion. We do for RE or PSHE.

Free cultural options?
Local festivals; free galleries.

Top 10 cultural education school trips:
From RE teachers (2026):
1. British Museum (world cultures)
2. In-school multi-culture workshops
3. Neasden Temple (Hindu)
4. Edinburgh Festival
5. Liverpool Slavery Museum
6. Welsh folk museums
7. Local communities (visits)
8. V&A (designs)
9. National Gallery (art)
10. Stonehenge (ancient)

Cultural trips for SEND?
Venues have audio; workshops inclusive. We've used stories for engagement - plan respectfully.

Budget for cultural trips:
- Free festivals + travel: £3-£10 per child
- Temples: donation
- Workshops: £150-£400
- Residential: £120-£250 per child

Community funded.


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