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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.

Able to travel to other counties in East of England, have a look at our trip pages for: Bedfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, for more school trip ideas.

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The Food Museum
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Suffolk

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
Framlingham Castles
map pin Woodbridge IP13 9BP
Suffolk

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
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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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World War II Bletchley Park & Enigma
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Buckinghamshire

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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Orford Castle
Orford Castle
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Suffolk

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
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Cambridgeshire

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
Audley End
map pin Saffron Walden CB11 4JF
Essex

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
Wimpole Hall
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Hertfordshire

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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Residential Trips East Anglia

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

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Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre
map pin Norwich NR9 5RS
Norfolk

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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London & Ipswich-Secret War to Cold War
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Suffolk

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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Flatford Mill field centre
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Suffolk

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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Aerial view of Essex Outdoors Mersea activity centre
Essex Outdoors Mersea
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Essex

Our largest centre sits on 60 acres of Mersea Island, near Colchester. Kayaking, obstacle courses and paddleboarding are among 20+ adventurous activities, led by qualified instructors. Build teamwork, confidence and resilience with outcomes mapped to your curr
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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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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
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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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Africa VR Workshop - PrimeVR
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Discover Africa with PrimeVR, the UK's No.1 VR workshop company! Travel to the Serengeti National Park and come face to face with lions, rhinos, giraffes, mongoose and elephants. Bring the magic of African wildlife into your classroom with PrimeVR!
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Drug and Alcohol Awareness
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Eyes Open is a performance and workshop about drugs and alcohol for children in Year 6. The performance covers a range of legal and illegal drugs in a very child-centred way. Pupils watch the performance then take part in an interactive worksho
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Ramayana Dance
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The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic which follows Prince Rama's quest to rescue his beloved wife Sita from the clutches of King Ravana. Use dance and storytelling as we explore this classic tale and its links to Hindu culture.
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In School Workshops

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