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How to plan World War 1 and 2 school trips in the UK for Remembrance Day?

World Wars trips include battlefields and museums, honouring sacrifice and understanding conflict.

Events during WWI or WWII, with lots of information available and plenty of scope for students to demonstrate their comprehension of the topic. You may decide to look at the key events that triggered the start of the First World War. What life was like for men, women and animals that served on the battlefields. How the war ended and the legacy of The Great War.

At KS3, one of the history topics within the curriculum that children are required to study is the Challenges faced by Britain and Europe since 1901. Examples given for the topic include both the First and Second World Wars, the leadership of people like British Prime Minister, Winston Churchill, and the events that led to the peace treaties that followed both major conflicts.

We work with a number of education providers who specialise in this period of history and who can bring to life the subject of the two world wars in a way that will engage your students and allow them to develop a better understanding of the topics you are studying in the classroom.

Find a school trip or workshop for the following World War topics: Air Raids Blitz and Battle of Britain, D Day Landings and VE Day, Drills and Marches, Evacuation, How and why the War started, Rationing, Remembrance Day, Technological developments, The Home Front, Trench Warfare, War and the British Empire, War Propaganda, Women in wartime, World War I, World War II, and more.

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London, one of the world's most iconic cities, boasts a rich tapestry of history that spans over two millennia. Founded by the Romans as Londinium around AD 43, the city has witnessed significant events, including the Norman Conquest in 1066, the Great Fire in 1666, and the Blitz during World War II...

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Immersive Experiences
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INTRO How it all began. Join the countries of the Triple Entente and the Central Powers as they square up across Europe as the countdown to war begins.   Activity One (APPROX 45 MINS) Join the...
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Conway Centres Tattenhall
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Experience first hand what it would be like to live through Britain's Home Front during WWII. Set in the historic village of Tattenhall with WW2 landmarks, stories and real life experiences at every...
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Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips
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Our Swanage centre is located 15 minutes drive from Studland Beach which was used to practise for the D-Day landings. Learn about the Second World War by arriving as evacuees by steam train to...
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Creative School Trips
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Visit the Imperial War Museum, and a host of other museums to learn about this pivotal and important period in modern history. Trips may include talks, guided tours, costumed characters and more.
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Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle
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Our tented village is located a 10 minutes drive from Studland Beach which was used to practise for the D-Day landings. Learn about the Second World War by arriving as evacuees by steam train to...
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Isle of Wight for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
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Step back in time and explore the pivotal role of the Isle of Wight during the World Wars with our educational tours tailored for Primary and Middle Schools. Curriculum Travel, part of Rondo Travel,...
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Richmond Castle
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You can also discover the stories of the conscientious objectors who were imprisoned at Richmond Castle during the First World War in the newly reinterpreted exhibition. Download the Richmond Castle...
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History Workshops
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We have two workshops covering WW1 and WW2 from the homefront. For further information visit our website to see a synopsis for both along with a full listing of other available workshops.
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Dover Castle
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During WW2, Dover Castle became a top secret HQ. Explore the Secret Wartime Tunnels, stand on the spot where Operation Dynamo was planned and use the handling box of artefacts and activities to help...
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London for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
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KS2 AR Escape Room Day - Puzzle Locker
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Travel back to wartime Britain to investigate one of the most significant events in modern history. Pupils discover how the war began, explore the experiences of evacuated children and learn about the vital contribution women made to the war effort whilst solving immersive escape room challenges.
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Custom VR Adventures: Tailored Virtual Reality Experiences
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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.
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London
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London, one of the world's most iconic cities, boasts a rich tapestry of history that spans over two millennia. Founded by the Romans as Londinium around AD 43, the city has witnessed significant...
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Stonehenge
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The landscape around Stonehenge was used by the military during the First and Second World Wars. Find out more in the 'Stonehenge through Time' activity resource. Please let the Education Bookings Team know if you would like to use this resource when making your booking.
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Travelling through History with Minecraft
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Minecraft offers a unique and interactive way to explore the history of the World Wars. By recreating significant battlefields, trenches, and historical landmarks, students can immerse themselves in...
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Pendennis Castle
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Explore the Half Moon Battery and discover the story of Pendennis during the Second World War. Use the activities in the free Teachers' Kit available from the English Heritage website to support your teaching.
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Suffragettes Workshop
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WWI had a huge impact on the suffragette movement and the success in women's fight to get the vote. We explore this in detail and look at Women's roles during WWI.
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British History at Ironbridge & Wroxeter in the heart of Shropshire-Curricul
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For an engaging, immersive educational experience that brings British history to life, "British History at Ironbridge & Wroxeter in the heart of Shropshire" with Curriculum Travel is an exceptional...
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Mary Seacole-Black History Month
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During this workshop our actor will take on the role of Mary Seacole, to both remember and explore her life and work specifically during her time as a nurse during the Crimean War.
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Primary School Trip to London with Equity
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Our primary school trips to London will offer your students the best opportunity to learn about the World Wars. Whether it's visiting famous locations across the city centre, discovering artefacts and...
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World Wars School Trips - Frequently Asked Questions

6 March 2026

Why world wars trips?
Learning about trench warfare, remembrance day, and the poignant reminders of the history of war. A world war trip covers the curriculum on conflicts, and allows respectful learning.

World wars workshop or battlefield?
We recommend workshops for learning about the home front (£150-£400). Battlefield tours for impact. These can be combined with French language learning.

Free world wars options?
IWM galleries offer free access to school groups. You could also visit a local war memorial.

Top 10 world wars school trips?

1. Imperial War Museum, London (free)
2. In-school war workshops
3. Normandy beaches (WWII)
4. Ypres battlefields (WWI)
5. National Arboretum
6. Scottish war museums
7. Welsh remembrance sites
8. Liverpool Maritime (convoys)
9. Local cemeteries
10. History festivals

World wars trips for SEND groups?
Most museums have quiet areas, and offer workshops that are adapted for children with Special Educational Needs. Look for venues that use stories to plan sensitivity.

Budget for world wars?
Free memorials + bus: £3-£10 per child - Museums: £5-£15 entry - Workshops: £150-£400 - Residential: £120-£250 per child Charity funds.

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World's First Immersive Escape Rooms for Schools

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