East of England
School Trips
Learning outside the classroom in the East of England
Comprising the East Anglian counties of Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire plus Essex, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, the East of England has plenty of exciting visit options for the region's 250,000 plus school children.
Norfolk and Suffolk are excellent for schools wishing to undertake coastal field studies topics, while the Fens and the Broads are the perfect location for a exciting residential activity centres that mix everything from rock climbing and sailing to bushcraft. East of England school trips to the region's historical and cultural heritage affords schools the envious opportunity of being able to visit local venues of national importance. Everyone from the Romans through to the innovators of the Industrial Revolution left their mark on the East of England. School trips or in-school workshops are available to help you teach any curriculum topic, from history to citizenship.
Below you will find a good range venues and workshops that cover every aspect of the curriculum. Please use the following links for our full list of visit options in East Anglia and the South East England region.
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.
The castle is remarkably intact allowing visitors to explore from the basement, through the lower and upper halls to the roof where there are magnificent views seaward to Orford Ness. Around the rooms is a maze of passages leading to the chapel, kitchen and other chambers in the turrets...
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Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips below are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips East of England. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region..
Roman Curriculum Trip for Primary and Middle Schools
East of England school trips English, Geography, Archaeology, History, Romans, Art
Curriculum Travel specialises in primary & middle school tours and day trips. Romans are a big part of the curriculum and what better way to experience it than a visit to Hadrian's Wall, Housesteads Roman Fort and Vindolanda.
Orford Castle
East of England school trips History, Medieval, Tudors
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.
STEM Discovery Centre
East of England school trips Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
Our unique education centre leverages the inspirational power of the ExoMars Project. Our school trips - linked to key stages 2 and 3 curriculum - aim to inspire young people to consider a career in science, technology, engineering and maths.
Framlingham Castles
East of England school trips History, Geography, Saxons, Medieval, Tudors, Chemistry, Fieldstudies
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
In-Park Secondary Learning Sessions
Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
We’re ready to welcome you and your students back to the Royal Parks with our specially adapted safe and secure outdoor learning provision. All sessions remain curriculum-linked to meet learning outcomes but additionally give students time outdoors
Audley End
History, Geography, Art, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, Fieldstudies
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.
Peak - Mobile Outdoor Adventure Activities
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Do you need a special feature at your school event? We can bring an element of adventure to your event with our fantastic range of mobile activities. From team building, mobile climbing walls to archery and more.
Ringsfield Hall EcoActivity Centre
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft
We're an innovative Centre for Outdoor Learning and Nature Connection, with 14.5 acres of woodland and meadow, and a homely Victorian house on site. We'd love to welcome you and your students here!
Multi-Activity Package
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Education, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Jam-packed with challenging and engaging activities our Multi-Activity packages are designed to engage students through a mixture of practical PE based activities, whilst making the most of the great outdoors and our enviable localities.
Discovery Package
English, Science, Physics, Biology, Design Technology, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Our Discovery packages have been designed to enable teachers to plan a thrilling residential that meets their own needs and budget. This flexible option focuses on your defined key outcomes, so if you want to look at communication we will provide…
Bushcraft with the Field Studies Council
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft
Experience amazing outdoor locations at Field Studies Council’s network of UK Centres. Our courses are all focused on students being immersed in the natural world. They also make use of the beautiful surroundings including using bushcraft skills.
Creative School Trips
Citizenship, English, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Archaeology, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Vikings, Medieval, Elizabethans, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Design Technology, Business, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Sports Centre, Careers, SEN
We specialise in creative educational group travel, creating & managing engaging school trips covering the whole curriculum in partnership with museums and attractions across the UK, packaged with all your travel necessities.
Peak - DofE Expeditions
Citizenship
COVID-19 OFFER
We are an Approved Activity Provider and we offer comprehensive Expedition for Bronze, Silver and Gold Award packages that deliver classroom-based training and on-the-hill learning. These are aligned to the DofE Expedition Training Framework.
FSC Flatford Mill
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Visit FSC Flatford Mill for fun residential geography and biology trips at all ages. The centre is the first and original field study centre set up during the 1940’s, set amidst quintessentially English countryside of the Dedham Vale in Suffolk.
Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Geography, Human Geography, Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Education
Residential fieldwork created specifically for International Baccalaureate Diploma students in geography, biology and ESS. Field Studies Council has a network of UK Centres to choose from, many with easy transport links for UK and major airports.
Anglo-Saxon Village
History, Geography, Saxons, Human Geography
We provide an insight in to the every day environment you would typically find in an Anglo-Saxon village. Through our unique atmosphere and our fascinating dispays, the village is a must for any pupils studying
Wimpole Hall
Science, History, Geography, Twentieth Century, Human Geography, Biology
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.
East of England School Workshops
Is your school located in East of England? The workshop providers below can visit you! Allow your student to benefit from their specialist knowledge and experience in your class subject or topic..
Outback 2 Basics
Fieldstudies, History, Prehistory, Bushcraft
A fantastic way to get children immersed in the Stone Age. Workshops are Interactive & hands on. An opportunity to get up-close and personal with our ancient ancestors. Smell and feel the Stone Age. We even have a real mammoth tooth to pass around!
Theatre Workshop
English, Geography, Environmental Geography, History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Theatre Workshop have been visiting schools for over 25 years with fun filled active workshops. Our workshops certainly have the WOW factor and will get you pupils scrabbling for the internet to research for themselves. Book NOW
1960s Workshop & Wow Day
History, Twentieth Century
Dan Tastic Education brings The 1960s to life with incredible 1960s Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators
Creative Writing Superheroes
English, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut offers on-site school workshops, encouraging learning in a creative environment. With a wide range of topics to choose from, let us create a unique learning experience for your school.
Great Fire of London - Online Workshop
History, Tudors, Beyond Living Memory, Performing Arts
Explore the key events and characters of the Great Fire of London-1666, using a range of drama, movement and musical activities. Explore the story from the perspectives of different characters.
History Workshops
History, Prehistory, Greeks, Ancient Civilisations, Egyptians, Celts, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Industrial, Victorian, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Significant Individuals, Beyond Living Memory, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut brings on-site and online workshops directly to your school, covering a wide range of curricular topics. Through drama, improvisation and role play let us create a unique learning experience for your school.
Science Spectacular
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Dan Tastic Education brings science to life with incredible Science Spectacular Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators
Coding for FUN or as a REWARD!
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
Do you want to reward your children/students with a fun event that is still educational?! A DRONEday is a brilliant way to consolidate learning in an exciting, challenging, unique and safe way! DRONEdays ARE COVID-19 SECURE! Read on to find out how
Victorian Workshop
History, Victorian, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Travel back in time with the wife of Dr Thomas Barnardo and discover what it was like to live and work in Victorian Britain. Experience mudlarking in the Thames, visit a workhouse and become part of The Great Exhibition meeting Queen Victoria herself
Tales and Treasures online Anglo-Saxon workshop
History, Saxons
COVID-19 OFFER
Horses, birds, snakes, why did the Anglo-Saxons decorate their treasures with these creatures and what did they mean? Come with us as we discover Anglo-Saxon culture and the many ways animals were important to both their beliefs and everyday lives.
Stone Age Workshops
History, Prehistory, Bushcraft, SEN
Our Stone Age programme is a great way to introduce the Stone Age topic. We offer a unique interactive 'show and tell' to really bring the subject alive and pass around the tools and clothes of the past. Touch, taste and smell the Stone Age.
Volcanoes VR
Geography, Physical Geography
An in-depth exploration of Volcanoes through a variety of media. Children can get up close and personal to the magnitude and power of a volcano.
Problem Solving Workshops
Citizenship, Maths, Design Technology, PSHE
Our Hands-On Cross-Curricular Activities are for All Key Stages & Abilities, From EYFS to Sixth Form Making Learning Fun & The Complex Simple. Utilsing Creativity, Problem Solving, Teamwork and Resilience, workshops increase Self Esteem by Degrees
Maths Workshops
Citizenship, Maths, Physics, Victorian, Design Technology, PSHE
Our Hands-On Cross-Curricular Activities are for All Key Stages & Abilities, From EYFS to Sixth Form Making Learning Fun & The Complex Simple. Utilsing Creativity, Problem Solving, Teamwork and Resilience, workshops increase Self Esteem by Degrees
Drama Workshops With The West End's Best!
English, Performing Arts
If you want to bring a play, book, theme or topic to life then our drama workshops with top actors from the West End are a perfect way to engage your students. Bespoke workshops can be specially tailored to your curriculum requirements.
Anglo Saxon Workshop
Citizenship, Maths, History, Saxons, Design Technology, Performing Arts, PSHE
Hands-On Building Workshops For KS2 to fit in with the curriculum on Settlers & Invaders. Complimenting our Viking Longboat workshop and Roman Villa. Pupils build a Saxon Roundhouse 6m in diameter, 3m high, large enough for them to all occupy
Volcanoes
Geography, Environmental Geography, Languages, SEN
Supervolcanoes takes you on a journey into the heart of volcanoes, explaining in detail how they form, along with their deadly power
Florence Nightingale
History, Victorian
Alone in the night the Lady with the Lamp walks the halls of the hospital checking on the sick and wounded. Florence Nightingale is a fascinating character - so let's explore her many accomplishments and efforts that saved the lives of so many.
GCSE and Secondary Maths
Maths
Learn curriculum-based (GCSE) Maths through a mix of practicals and games. It is designed to engage those children that lack the motivation to learn Maths. Practicals include: - Cracking the code. - Card games. - Measurement and scaling
Ancient Egyptians
History, PSHE, Egyptians
COVID-19 OFFER
This fun, absorbing and interactive workshop introduces children to the fascinating and enigmatic world of the ancient Egyptians.
Diya
Citizenship, Art
Our Indian diya painting workshop enables every child to decorate and take home their own ceramic oil lamp. Perfect for celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights.
Rainforests - Above and beyond the Canopy
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts, Wildlife
COVID-19 OFFER
Join Bethany Bell our enthusiastic scientist, as she explores the Rainforests of South America. From the magnificent canopy of trees to the dark forest floor, home to fungi & insects, the children will be introduced to a magical world.
Dance Days TV
Performing Arts, Dance, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
Dance Days TV - 14 of our most popular educational dance workshop videos. Styles include African, Carnival, Chinese, Flamenco, Greek, Indian, Irish, Russian, USA, the 1940s, 1960s, 1970s, Street and Pirates. From £45 per workshop video.
West End Workshops
Citizenship, English, Business, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Careers, SEN
Theatre Workout is a leading producer of drama and theatre-based workshops and courses in London's West End, in schools and online, offering multi-award-winning programmes led by industry professionals.
Dinosaurs
Archaeology, Geology, SEN
Step back in time inside our dinosaur dome and learn about dinosaurs, how the fly and where they were discovered
Women of World War Two
Citizenship, History, worldwar
An authentic insight into the role of women during WWI
Coding Workshop for KS3-4
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
Having a DRONEday is a brilliant way to inspire students to code, particularly if you want to increase uptake of Computing at GCSE level or encouraging girls into STEM subjects! DRONEdays ARE COVID-19 SECURE! Read on to find out how....
Roman Activities and VR Day
History, Romans
COVID-19 OFFER
Discover the Romans in a day!
Visit ancient sites, using VR (optional)
Explore the past, with interactive sessions
Learn ancient skills with hands-on activities.
- A truly immersive and interactive day.
Anti-Bullying Workshops - Online
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
If you’re looking for an alternative to face to face anti-bullying workshops, then you’re in the right place, because OpenView Education’s Online Anti-Bullying Workshops can provide an exciting and positive experience for your students.
Tudor Workshops
Citizenship, Maths, History, Tudors, Design Technology, PSHE, SEN
Focused practical tasks taking history as a starting point and using, DT, maths literacy, science and drama to differing degrees pupils create large scale reconstructions of famous architectural landmarks that bring curriculum subjects to life.
Dinosaurs, Rocks and Fossils
History, Prehistory
COVID-19 OFFER
This exciting and action-packed workshop will bring out the hidden palaeontologist in your pupils, giving them a chance to get hands-on with a vast collection of scale model dinosaurs and real fossils.
Real Life Escape Room At School
Maths, Science, Chemistry, PSHE
Our Mobile Escape Room is truly immersive experience that will give any event a WOW factor. With two different themes, this unique vehicle allows students a chance to take part in a fully functioning escape room without leaving the school grounds.
Science School Escape Rooms
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Have you experienced the excitement of an Escape Room? We've turned it on its head for schools. Your pupils will have to solve a series of puzzles, locked up in a box, to find the key to stop the timer! Are yours pupils up for the challenge?
WW1 workshop
Citizenship, History, worldwar
Bring life in the Great War to life by welcoming Private Crabtree into your school. Our WWI soldier demonstrates some replica kit and describes getting the call-up, life in the trenches with the rats, and teaches the children some songs.
The Vanishing Library
English, PSHE
The Old Librarian needs our help, her books are disappearing off the shelves We’ll have to become literary detectives, searching the library from top to bottom in order to find the missing books and save the stories for future generations.
Safer Internet Day Workshops
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
Are you all sitting comfortably? Because it’s time to go on an exciting adventure into the Internet Jungle!
FSC Outreach: Survival
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Geography, Science
If you can’t come to us maybe we can come to you, with our outreach packages our expert staff will come to your school. Students will have the chance to work scientifically, using observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions.
Maths Puzzle Activity Day
Maths, SEN
Get your pupils thinking with a fantastic puzzle day! Lots of hands on games and puzzles will be brought into your school for teams of pupils to bring their minds together to solve.
Viking Workshops
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut offers on-site school workshops, encouraging learning in a creative environment. With a wide range of topics to choose from, let us create a unique learning experience for your school.
Roman School Escape Rooms
History, Romans
Have you experienced the excitement of an Escape Room? We've turned it on its head for schools. Your pupils will have to solve a series of puzzles, locked up in a box, to find the key to stop the timer! Are yours pupils up for the challenge?
Christmas
Citizenship, Religious Education, Art
The best Christmas decorations are the ones you make yourself! Every child designs, decorates and takes home their very own ceramic bauble to take pride of place in the family home every Christmas.
Egyptian School Escape Rooms
History, Egyptians
Have you experienced the excitement of an Escape Room? We've turned it on its head for schools. Your pupils will have to solve a series of puzzles, locked up in a box, to find the key to stop the timer! Are yours pupils up for the challenge?
Space VR
Science, Physics, Computing, SEN
Blast your whole class into space - virtually! Our experienced facilitator guides 35 children on a simultaneous journey through space, exploring planets, stars and moons. Virtual Reality transports you to places you can't visit - like space!
Climate Change
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
From start to finish this exciting and inspiring workshop on CLIMATE CHANGE is a wonderful way to introduce your pupils to the changing world around us. The professional actor will set up a pop-up theatre in your school hall, music & costumes.
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
Geography, Physical Geography, Performing Arts
Thousands of earthquakes shake the Earth everyday, and boiling hot lava constantly erupts through gaps in the curst, from deep down below the Earth’s surface! One Day Creative uses drama and role play to explore this topic.
Explorers & Polar Regions Workshop & Wow Day
Geography, Physical Geography, History, Significant Individuals
Dan Tastic Education brings Exploration to life with incredible Explorer Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitat
Roman Workshops
Maths, History, Romans, Design Technology
Hands-On Building Workshops For KS2 to fit in with the curriculum on Settlers & Invaders. Complimenting our Viking Longboat workshop and Saxon Roundhouse. Pupils build a Roman Vila 6m square and 2.5m high, large enough for them to all occupy
Explorer Dome-Sound Shows
Science, Physics
Explore sound and get hands-on with some good vibrations! Find out how vibrations travel and what they can travel through. Once you get a handle on vibrations and pitch we can make some music with our fun, interactive and immersive sound show.
Bespoke VR Workshop
English, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Physics, Biology, History, Greeks, Ancient Civilisations, Egyptians, Vikings, worldwar, Design Technology, Computing
Virtual Reality helps students gain a deeper understanding of the world around them and ignite their imagination. Your learners can be engaged and inspired by breath-taking scenes from around the world and gain a deep understanding of the topic.
Dinosaur Skeletons
Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
As an extension to our "Introduction to Dinosaurs" workshop, "Dinosaur Skeletons" challenges children to assemble large wooden dinosaurs.
Olympics Drama Workshops
History, Greeks, Performing Arts, PSHE
The Olympic Games were started by the Greeks in 776BC to honour the god Zeus - so why do we still celebrate and compete today? One Day Creative explore the history of the olympics, resilience and sportsmanship through drama.
Greek Workshops
Maths, History, Greeks, SEN
Designed to stimulate imaginations and excite children and teachers alike, the workshop focus is on simple ideas to great effect. Using numbers, counting, shapes and space pupil’s work together to build simple modular forms.
Ancient Egyptians!
History, Egyptians
COVID-19 OFFER
At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!
Programming virtual robots
Maths, Design Technology, Computing
COVID-19 OFFER
Brand New - Robot programming workshops that can be run entirely virtually. Two types are offered, Scratch based (best for KS2) and Python based (best for KS3).
Explorer Dome-States of Matter Show
Science, Chemistry
These shows don’t use the Dome and involve exciting chemistry. Exciting experiments and daring demos explore solids, liquids and gases, evaporating, condensing, melting, sublimation and freezing.
Virtual Learning
Science, Biology, Business
A theme park and zoo is a very unique venue for learning to take place, and we are excited that we can bring this to your virtually too. From close animal encounters to our business lectures, we can't wait to bring our workshops to the big screen.
Science
English, Science, Computing
WE BELIEVE EVERY CHILD DESERVES SPECTACULAR OPPORTUNITIES AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES. THIS IS AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING WE DO AT TEACH REX.
World War VR
English, History, worldwar, Performing Arts
Travelling back in time to World War I or II in VR gives students a different perspective on the horrors of war and allows them to empathise with the topic more than ever before.
African Masks
Citizenship, Dance, Art
Our interactive African mask painting workshop can also be combined with our African mask dance workshop. Perfect for celebrating Black History Month.
Explorer Dome-Science Tricks Show
Science, Physics, Chemistry
These shows don’t use the Dome and involve exciting chemistry. Observing, predicting and testing. A baffling and brilliant array of experiments use everyday physics and kitchen chemistry to explain some key concepts.
Hands on Careers
Business, Careers
Immersive Experiences have a proud history of supporting students and professionals along with their careers and goals.
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
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