East Anglia School Trips
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Where can you take a school trip in East Anglia?
Much of East Anglia is steeped in ancient history and layer upon layer of fascinating human geography, with the region's past evident at every turn. The name itself derives from settlers known as the Angles, who were divided into the North Folk and the South Folk. Successive waves of people have left their mark on the landscape and it is one of those groups that we will look at in more detail below.
The landscape itself is low lying and consequently, areas close to the coast have always been inundated by the sea. Before The Fens were drained, places as far inland as Ely were technically islands surrounded by the endless marshes. The warmer climate enjoyed in this part of the country means crops are significantly more productive, making it the agricultural bread basket of the UK. Away from the fields, East Anglia also boasts some large towns and cities like Norwich, Ipswich and of course Cambridge.
Schools have a fine choice of venues throughout Norfolk and Suffolk, including wildlife reserves and bird sanctuaries, cathedrals and churches, and a variety of museums covering everything from transport to earth sciences. To find out more about the options available to you as a party leader, take a look at our main regional page for the South East, or one of the three standout trips below.
On a map of the UK, East Anglia in the South East of England is one of the easiest areas to point to, bulging out into the North Sea as it does. Comprising principally of the counties of Norfolk and Suffolk, with Cambridgeshire and Essex sometimes thrown in for good measure, it is a very large area of low lying land.
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 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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Framlingham Castles
A magnificent example of late 12th-century castle. Schools have the freedom to explore the inside of the castle walls through the main gatehouse, the 'wall walk' along the top of the castle, as well as learn about the history from the illustrated dis
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Bewilderwood Norfolk
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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London & Ipswich-Secret War to Cold War
Battlefield & History Tours specialises in exactly that. London and Ipswich are filled with history and visits that bring studies to life. A time of spies, propaganda, espionage, mistrust and bluff.
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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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Flatford Mill field centre
Visit Flatford Mill field centre for fun residential geography and biology trips at all ages. The centre was our first field study centre set up during the 1940’s, set amidst quintessentially English countryside of the Dedham Vale in Suffolk.
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Orford Castle
Discover one of England’s most complete and unusual keeps, at this fascinating visitor attraction in Suffolk. The unique polygonal tower keep of Orford Castle stands beside the pretty town and former port, which Henry II also developed here.
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Cambridge Science Centre
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.
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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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Wimpole Hall
First built in 1643, Wimpole Hall has developed into the largest country house in Cambridgeshire. While Wimpole's garden provides almost a case-book history of English Gardening from 1690 to 1830.
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East Anglia School Workshops
Is your school located in East Anglia? 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..
Mindfulness Series
Everyone is unique, but our many emotions are something we all have in common! Mindfulness techniques can give us a better understanding of our own thoughts and feelings, plus help us develop a greater understanding of the people around us.
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The Coronation of King Charles III
Meet royal enthusiast Sally Spade, who is so excited about the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III. Through drama, explore how the monarchy helps to shape our society and celebrate along with Sally all things British!
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School Of Noise online
Explore the wonderful world of sound with the School of Noise. Our fun and educational workshops are designed to investigate the science of sound and provide pupils with a hands-on opportunity to conduct their own experiments.
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Dinosaurs
Step back in time inside our dinosaur dome and learn about dinosaurs, how they fly and where they were discovered
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