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.
Nene Outdoors Outreach
If you struggle for transport why not get us to come to you? We are able to bring a selection of our activities to your school such as bushcraft, problem solving, a climbing wall, archery, kiting and tree identification workshops.
School groups come to the Park and take part in our adventurous activities at Nene Outdoors, such as watersports, climbing, archery and orienteering, but did you know that we can also come to you? We can come out to deliver assemblies and activities at your school and we can bring some of our activities along with us. These include our mobile climbing wall, archery, bushcraft, problem solving, power kiting and tree identification workshops, and we can set them up in your school grounds with our instructors on hand. These are all great activities to link to curriculum subjects and improve soft skills and group interactions....
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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..
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.
Nene Outdoors Day Visits
East of England school trips Geography, Physical Geography, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Romans, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
Whether you are looking for adventurous activities or environmental education, we can offer a huge range of opportunities for outdoor learning, where young people can try different activities, develop new skills and most importantly have fun!
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.
Educational Day visits
East of England school trips English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Victorian, Design Technology, Art, Wildlife
We offer a fun-filled experience with practical outdoor activities linked to Science, Engineering, Arts and Maths. Programmes are linked to the National Curriculum and Foundation Stage Profile and are fully risk assessed.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
Belchamps Scout Activity Centre
Physical Education, Bushcraft, SEN
Belchamps is set in 30 acres of fields and woodland in the Essex countryside. We have a large range of exciting activities for all ages, and five indoor accommodation dorms to choose from to make the perfect residential or day visit for your class.
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
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.
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.
Whitlingham Adventure
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Whitlingham Adventure is set within Whitlingham Country Park, just on the outskirts of Norwich, offering bespoke, high quality trips in a complete range of water and land activities to children, young people and the wider community.
Framlingham Castles
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
Orford Castle
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.
UK Cultural School Trips
Take a 10 day tour of the UK visiting many fantastic cities along the way including Edinburgh, Manchester, Oxford and London.
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
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
FSC Outreach: Seasons
Science, Biology
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.
Ancient Greece
History, Greeks, Performing Arts
Ancient Greece - what an empire! Birthplace to some of the greatest philosophers, doctors, writers and athletes of all times. One Day Creative's drama workshop explores the myths, legends and people in Ancient Greece.
Mountains VR Workshop
English, Geography, Physical Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Learning about mountains? Why don’t you take your class to see the tallest mountain in the world with PrimeVR! Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Aspire 2 Me
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
Our Aspire2 Me programmes are aimed at delivering motivational and inspirational sessions through assemblies and workshops. Olympic Athletes share their stories of inspiration via talks that both engage and raise aspirations.
Creative Writing-Engage and Inspire’–Roald Dahl
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.
Ancient Egypt
History, Egyptians, Performing Arts
Ever heard of Howard Carter? He needs your help! See if you can help him solve the curse of King Tutankhamen! We'll have to head back a few thousand years to find out as much as we can about Ancient Egyptians and what they did with their mummies!
Shakespeare
English, Performing Arts
Explore the work of William Shakespeare, with a focus on the depth of character, use of stage craft and innovative language. Choose from Macbeth, A Midsummer Nights Dream or Romeo & Juliet for your One Day Creative drama workshop.
Chinese New Year
Citizenship, Music, Physical Education
Invite an authentic Chinese dragon into school for Chinese New Year. We incorporate a traditional Chinese dragon costume and contemporary Chinese fan dance. Our professional dancer works with a class at a time to create an exciting dance performance.
Roald Dahl- 12 days of Christmas
English
COVID-19 OFFER
This workshop provides a festive Christmas experience for children with the added benefit of encouraging the development of their creative writing skills.
Anti-Bullying VR
Citizenship, Computing, PSHE
This immersive Virtual Reality Anti-bullying workshop offers a safe space to observe a bullying role-play. Our interactive software has been developed with experts for children to dissect this important issue, guided by our skilled facilitator.
Prepearing for Panto!
English, History, Performing Arts
COVID-19 OFFER
With visits to the theatre to see your favourite pantomime on hold this year, let us take the children on a behind the scenes exploration of this very British tradition and agree on the top five things that makes a good show!
Nene Outdoors Outreach
Science, Biology, Physical Education, Bushcraft
If you struggle for transport why not get us to come to you? We are able to bring a selection of our activities to your school such as bushcraft, problem solving, a climbing wall, archery, kiting and tree identification workshops.
The Amazing Greeks
History, Greeks, SEN
It's all Greek to me and you, in Our Amazing Greek Workshop. Gods & Heroes abound, shrouded in Myth & Legend. Did life begin on Mount Olympus, does the Oracle know all, can a Spartan win the Olympic Games? All this and more. Book NOW
18th Century Georgians Workshops
History, Georgian, Industrial
COVID-19 OFFER
Our 18th Century workshops cover the exciting periods of the Napoleonic Wars, Industrial revolution, American war of Independence, Birth of the British Empire, Agricultural Revolution, the age of Pirates and so much more!
Mindfulness Workshop Videos
Performing Arts, PSHE
Practice the much-needed skills of reflection, empathy, and caring for your own health with Clem and Carly. They will guide you and your pupils through a 'perform-along' creative Mindfulness lesson with time to explore emotions and feelings and tools
Viking Workshops
Citizenship, Maths, Science, Physics, History, Vikings, Design Technology, Performing Arts, PSHE
Hands-On Building Workshops For KS2 to fit in with the curriculum on Settlers & Invaders. Complimenting our Saxon Roundhouse workshop and Roman Villa. Pupils build a 12m long Viking Longship and enact the journey through the icebergs of the arctic.
Chocolate Collective
English, Geography, Human Geography, History, Prehistory, Ancient Civilisations, Design Technology, Food, SEN
Chocolate Collective facilitate chocolate workshops that are a fantastic introduction into the world of chocolate. Our tailored, interactive workshops inspire pupils and teach them new skills either as an after-school activity or as part of a Nation
Castles in Workshop - daily life in a mediaeval castle (1144)
History, Medieval
COVID-19 OFFER
Step back in time to Medieval Britain. The pupils will learn about medieval life in a castle through a combination of practical making activities, drama and role-play all without leaving your school hall.
Dance Carnival Brazil
Performing Arts
Let’s take a journey to explore the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro through dance. There are so many wonderful South American Latin styles (Samba, Bolero, Capoerira, Funk Carioca) so let’s give them a go!
Secondary School Maths Challenge Day
Maths
HANDS ON AND ENGAGING MATHS! Bring us to your school for an exciting day of maths, focusing on the core skills required to become great mathematicians without a pencil in sight. Watch your pupil's confidence grow and see their smiles as they succeed.
STEM - Robotics
Science, Physics, Design Technology, Careers
COVID-19 OFFER
This highly interactive Robotics session sees our Lead Education communicators facilitate learners to explore the amazing world of Robotics. VEX robots are used to demonstrate the thinking, coding, and problem solving skills within a set challenge.
Explorer Dome-Water Shows
Science, Chemistry, Geography
The water cycle, weather, solids, liquids and gases are brought to life within the magical atmosphere of the dome. Developed together with the Royal Society Chemistry, combining bespoke fulldome digital animation with our signature hands-on approach.
Dance Workshops With The West End's Best!
Dance
Experience one our jam-packed dance workshops with some of the West End's leading dancers! Bespoke workshops can be specially tailored to your requirements.
Great Fire of London Workshop
History, Tudors
COVID-19 OFFER
Step back in time to Restoration Britain, England is ravaged with plague and threatened by war with Holland. In the early hours of September 2nd 1666 a fire breaks out in a small bakery on Pudding lane.
Roman Workshop
History, Romans
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!
Stone Age Workshops
History, Bushcraft, Prehistory, SEN
Our Sticks and 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 StoneAge
Animals VR Workshop
English, Science, Biology, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Learning about the animal kingdom? Travel around the world and come face to face with a range of different animals through virtual reality! Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Climate Change
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, SEN
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.
Onsite School Team Building Days
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN
The Problem Solving Company is UK'S THE LEADING PROVIDER OF SCHOOL TEAM BUILDING DAYS. Our mobile collection of team challenges are the perfect way to engage your students with a day of hands-on activities without leaving the school grounds.
Anti-Bullying Workshops
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE, SEN
Looking for a Whole School experience that’s fantastic value for money? If so, then our theatre-based Anti-Bullying Workshops are ideal. Through role-play, your students will learn the skills they need to respond to conflict and bullying situatio
Creative Writing-Engage and Inspire' - Fairy tales
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.
Christmas Elf Workshop
Performing Arts, Dance, Music
COVID-19 OFFER
With grottos in quarantine this year and visits to Santa on hold, we have secured help from some of his very special elves to bring a magical and festive workshop experience for children this Christmas, streamed live from Lapland!
Forces & Magnets
Science, Physics
What impact do forces have on different things? Can we predict how an object will react to a particular force? Combine drama, science and physical education in this cross-curricular movement extravanganza with One Day Creative!
Robotics Workshop
Maths, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
What could be more fun than interacting with robots and then building your own and controlling it with code you have written yourself! Using LEGO WeDo 2.0 kits and iPads, your children will build their own robot and control its movement with code.
Tudors
History, Tudors, SEN
So much fun they won't realise they're learning! Tudor and Elizabethan interactive workshops to inspire, engage and educate! Costumed experts bring the Tudor world to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
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.
1066 Workshop: The Battle for Englalond
History, Medieval
COVID-19 OFFER
Step back in time to medieval Britain. Englalond is threatened by two armies, and King Harold is not loved by all. The pupils will learn about the cause and outcome of the Viking and Norman invasions.
The Sensational Saxons & Vikings
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
Meet a Lady from Saxon times & learn about her busy life. Listen to the story of Beowulf as he slays Grendel & the Dragon. Row a Viking longboat across the sea to raid Britain. Hear Erik Bloodaxe, the bravest Viking, tell of his heroic adventures.
Explorer Dome-Earth Shows
Science, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography
The Earth show includes physical geography about the formation of Earth and tectonic movements of our planet, volcanoes, earthquakes, climate change and global warming.
Robotics Workshop
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
RobotFun provides robotics based programming workshops for schools, suitable for Early Years through to KS4, using state of the art robots. We visit you and bring everything needed for the workshop(s). All you need to provide are the children!
WW2 Workshops
History, worldwar, Twentieth Century, 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.
James Boffin - Secret Science Agent UU7
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
My name's Boffin. James Boffin. Secret Science Agent UU7. Licensed to carry out science missions at ANY SCHOOL on ANY SCIENCE. Operational out of SI6. That's Scientific Intelligence, Section 6 based at Science Headquarters. Experiment with UU7 soon!
Maths Workshops
Maths, SEN
HANDS ON AND ENGAGING MATHS! Bring us to your school for an exciting day of maths, focusing on the core skills required to become great mathematicians without a pencil in sight. Watch your pupil's confidence grow and see their smiles as they succeed.
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
Immersive Experiences
Science, History, SEN, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, Industrial, Victorian, worldwar, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Geography, SEN
Immersive Experiences is the UK's leading multi-diciplinary mobile planetariums and sensory learning experiences company. Over 15 subjects | National Curriculum & Common Entrance 13 level | Over 160 programs to suit all ages | SEN/SLD/PMLD
Tudor Workshop
English, History, Tudors
COVID-19 OFFER
We offer exciting, immersive and inspiring Tudor workshops for schools, presented by a charismatic “performing historian” with a deep-rooted passion for their subject.
Discover Africa VR Workshop
English, Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Discover Africa with PrimeVR! Visit the Pyramids in Egypt, Turmi market in Ethiopia, giraffes in the Serengeti, gorillas in the Congo and Victoria Falls in Tanzania. Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
World War Two Workshops
History, worldwar, Twentieth Century
COVID-19 OFFER
A captivating workshop that vividly brings World War II to life. Pupils will participate in a range of educational activities, and have the chance to explore genuine WWII artifacts and try on real period clothing...
Portals To The Past
English, Geography, Human Geography, History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar
COVID-19 OFFER
Portals to the Past provide high quality history workshops in schools for KS2, led by experienced historical re-enactors and historians. Available across most of England. From the Stone Age through to WW2 our workshops come to your school.
Anti-Bullying
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
Bring a performance into school to support your work during Anti-Bullying month in November. Through exciting story lines, recognisable characters and clear information, Altru's Anti-Bullying performances are the perfect way to help children learn.
Stone Age
History, Prehistory
COVID-19 OFFER
Who are we and where do we come from? Our workshop leaders are trained bush-craft experts, and have a detailed understanding of ancient technology and how is still used by some societies around the world today...
RE Workshops
Citizenship, Religious Education, SEN
Specialists in Religious Education, REonDemand bring RE to life in your school through a wondrous range of activities including a hands on approach to the artefacts, thought provoking drama, symbolism, age old traditions and a great deal of fun!
Prehistory Workshop
History, Prehistory, SEN
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!
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.
Women of World War Two
Citizenship, History, worldwar
An authentic insight into the role of women during WWI
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?
Ancient Greece Activities and VR Day
History, Greeks
COVID-19 OFFER
Discover ancient Greece 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.
FSC Outreach: Plants
Science, Biology
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.
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips above 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..
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