School Trips in the South East and London
Educational School Trip Ideas
London - Sights and sounds of the capital city
It is difficult to think of school trips to the south east without mentioning London. Attracting millions of visitors each year, the city was also host for the Olympic Games in 2012, an event that generated huge interest and investment. There has never been a better time for schools to plan a school visit to London for your students.
The South East of England region boasts a wonderful selection of trips for school groups. There are some excellent residential activity centres, for London schools, galleries and of course museums covering curriculum subjects from Roman history to Victorian England.
If you are looking for exciting South East school trip ideas, below you will find a hand-picked selection of the places we feel provide the highest quality school trip opportunities in this exciting region of the UK.
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Andrew Simpson Centre Reading
School Trip London & South East
Subjects: Physical Education, SEN, Team Building, Watersports
Andrew Simpson Centre Reading offers a variety of watersports activities including sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking and raft building. Each trip is unique to meet the needs of participants whilst focussing on the school's priorities.
Andrew Simpson Centre Reading
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Hangloose Adventure Bluewater
Kent, GreenhitheHangloose Adventure Bluewater can offer your students the ultimate London school trip ADVENTURE experience.
The Bushcraft Company - Penshurst Place
Kent, PenshurstNot everything can be taught in a classroom. We believe that some of the most important life skills are best learned outside. Get back to basics with our real outdoor experiences and give your students the chance to grow.
Manor Adventure Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight, BembridgeManor Adventure is adding to its UK outdoor pursuits centres by opening a new venue on the beautiful Isle of Wight, for bookings in 2026. Find out more about our exciting new South of England centre.
Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth
Hampshire, PortsmouthASC Portsmouth is a vibrant watersports center located on the stunning shores of Langstone Harbour, dedicated to transforming lives through sailing, water and land-based activities.
Rock Up Walton on Thames
Surrey, Walton-on-ThamesLooking for the ideal venue for end-of-term trips, PE lessons, or extracurricular learning? Rock Up is your go-to place to meet curriculum PE goals. Our climbing activities provide both intellectual and physical challenges, promoting teamwork & trust
New Forest Activities
Hampshire, LyndhurstSet in the New Forest, their day or multi-day options, with catered camping, provide a unique setting for self-discovery, skill development and the broadening of horizons. Woodland, water and land-based adventures take learning beyond the classroom.
Andrew Simpson Centre Reading
Berkshire, ReadingAndrew Simpson Centre Reading offers a variety of watersports activities including sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking and raft building. Each trip is unique to meet the needs of participants whilst focussing on the school's priorities.
Rock Up Whiteley
Hampshire, FarehamLooking for the ideal venue for end-of-term trips, PE lessons, or extracurricular learning? Rock Up is your go-to place to meet curriculum PE goals. Our climbing activities provide both intellectual and physical challenges, promoting teamwork & trust
Rock Up Watford
Hertfordshire, WatfordLooking for the ideal venue for end-of-term trips, PE lessons, or extracurricular learning? Rock Up is your go-to place to meet curriculum PE goals. Our climbing activities provide both intellectual and physical challenges, promoting teamwork & trust
Hindleap Warren Day Visits
East Sussex, Wych Cross Forest RowSet in 300 acres of private woodland in the Ashdown Forest, Hindleap offers a wide range outdoor adventurous activities, including; high ropes courses, bushcraft, canoeing & kayaking, rock climbing, obstacle course and team building challenges.
Hindleap Warren Residential Visits
East Sussex, Wych CrossSet in 300 acres of private woodland in the Ashdown Forest, Hindleap offers a wide range outdoor adventurous activities, including; high ropes courses, bushcraft, canoeing & kayaking, rock climbing, obstacle course and team building challenges.
Science for Schools
Hampshire, WinchesterSpark their curiosity with Science for Schools! Bring science to life with an action-packed educational visit or finish the school year with a summer celebration. Can’t make it to the Science Centre? Let's bring science wow to your classroom instea
World War II Bletchley Park & Enigma
Buckinghamshire, Milton KeynesBattlefield & 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
Rock Up Lakeside
Essex, West ThurrockLooking for the ideal venue for end-of-term trips, PE lessons, or extracurricular learning? Rock Up is your go-to place to meet curriculum PE goals. Our climbing activities provide both intellectual and physical challenges, promoting teamwork & trust
YMCA Fairthorne Manor
Hampshire, Southampton,YMCA Fairthorne Manor offers memorable day trips and residential experiences at its 95-acre activity site in Hampshire, nestled beside the River Hamble. We offer children the chance to step out of their comfort zone, work as a team, and have fun!
Buzz Active Bushy Wood
East Sussex, HailshamBuzz Active provide affordable outdoor education, water sport and activity sessions, days and residential trips to the whole community. Three great locations combine to create an excellent residential. or choose to visit just one of our locations.
Buzz Active Eastbourne
East Sussex, EastbourneOur Eastbourne site is a wonderful location for water sport. Set right on the beach, we enjoy immediate access to the open sea and the prevailing south westerly winds. And we’re right next to Princes Park.
Ufton Court
Berkshire, ReadingLeading provider of curriculum-linked History and Outdoor Learning trips. Set in the grounds of a historic mansion amid 44 acres of woodland, we inspire children through immersive educational experiences that combine fun, learning and personal growth
Buzz Active Cuckmere
East Sussex, SeafordBuzz Active Cuckmere is one of the best locations in the South East for paddle sports. Enjoy the calm waters of the stunning Cuckmere river meanders, and the open sea at Cuckmere Haven. With breath-taking views of the Seven Sisters Country Park and S
Caldecotte Xperience
Buckinghamshire, Milton KeynesWith some of the best facilities in the region, we offer school activity days or residential visits with a wide variety of outdoor activities for schools to choose from, on land and water and even some indoors.
Up at The O2
City of London, LondonDo something different. Step out of the classroom and climb over the world-famous and iconic venue, The O2. Teachers and students will have a school trip of a lifetime, make memories and inspire the classroom.
School Residentials in London
City of LondonHead to the capital to bring learning alive with a huge variety of activities and sights - not forgetting 22 National Museums on offer. Discover Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, along with the Eye, Madame Tussauds and London Dungeons.
Day Visits
Essex, Waltham AbbeySouth East school trip at Lee Valley. The Regional Park Authority's Learning and Engagement Team provide a range of outdoor learning opportunities for all the key stages within Lee Valley Regional Park.
Day Trips at Bore Place
Kent, EdenbridgeAt Bore Place we aim to inspire young people with a love of the natural world, educate them about food production and regenerative farming, and involve them in taking care of our world for future generations.
Football Trips & Pro Experiences
City of LondonUsing sports facilities usually reserved for professional clubs, your football team can learn the skills and tactics to greatly improve their game at renowned clubs such as Fulham FC and Futbol Salou.
Kenwood House
Greater London, LondonLocated in North London, Kenwood is a hidden gem of historical interest for school groups, with an internationally renowned art collection, Robert Adam interiors, acres of land to explore and links to the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.
Victorian, Industrial, and World War History
Essex, Waltham AbbeyStep into the past with unforgettable history school trips at Royal Gunpowder Mills! From Victorians to World War 1 & 2, we bring key topics to life for all ages through immersive, curriculum-linked experiences your students will never forget.
Osborne
Hampshire, East CowesUnique among Royal Residences, Osborne offers a real insight into the private lives of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and their children. Their home can teach many aspects of the curriculum across numerous subjects and inspire your students.
London Field Sites
Greater LondonField Studies Council uses sites across London including parks and urban spaces to deliver exciting fieldwork and outdoor learning day trips. We work in partnership with The Royal Parks and the London Borough of Lewisham at some of these locations.
Isle of Wight - The Island Classroom
Isle of Wight, FreshwaterDo you like the idea of teaching your curriculum while your students' minds are wide open? When better for them to learn than during the fun of your school trip? We are the Island Classroom, where you can combine fun with education in a unique way.
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
South East, CrosbyBike 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.
Bentley Copse Activity Centre
Surrey, GuildfordBentley Copse offers activity days and residentials set within 30 acres of ancient woodland in the heart of the Surrey Hills.
Rock UK - Carroty Wood
Kent, Royal Tunbridge WellsCarroty Wood is an ideal choice for Outdoor Education and offers groups a great taste of the outdoors. Set in 58 acres of beautiful Kent countryside, the centre offers flexible accommodation and catering options and a great range of activities!
Drama In The Woods Day Visits and Camp Outs! The Chiltern Hills
Buckinghamshire, BuckinghamshireDrama and the Woods invite your students to join us for a wonderful day visit or camp out in the woods. Come along to run wild, connect with nature and explore drama and open-air theatre in a woodland environment.
Portchester Castle
Hampshire, FarehamBring the curriculum to life at Portchester Castle. With 1700 years of history, it covers everything from the Romans, medieval kings right up to the Napoleonic Wars. Follow in their footsteps and explore its exciting and varied history.
London
City of LondonLondon, the vibrant capital of England is the ultimate city break. With its rich history, diverse culture, and a plethora of attractions, it offers a every conceivable educational experience for all age groups.
Creative School Trips
Greater LondonTheatre Workout is a Destination Management Company (DMC) specialising in creative and cultural group travel for schools, working with UK and international school groups and the group travel industry to deliver hundreds of school trips each year!
Unforgettable Day Visits at The Hive
Greater London, LoughtonThe Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning activities bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
Farm Visit
Surrey, GodstoneFor over 40 years Godstone Farm has been welcoming schools by sharing our love for outdoor education and farming. We are passionate about the importance of providing hands on, interactive learning for students to discover, explore and play.
Lymley Wood Residential
East Sussex, MayfieldOvernight camps for Year 5 upwards. Experience real camping under canvas in a natural off grid environment. Adventure activities in a private, beautiful ancient woodland including zip wire, obstacle course and bouldering wall. Exclusive use of site.
Carisbrooke Castle
Hampshire, NewportCarisbrooke Castle has experienced sieges, imprisoned a king, seen off the Spanish Armada and its history spans over 1000 years. What better way to bring the curriculum to life than to stand at the spot where history happened?
Epping Forest field centre
Essex, LoughtonEpping Forest field centre, is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture. Visit Epping Forest for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips in London
Day Trips at Willen Lake
Buckinghamshire, Milton KeynesWillen Lake offers a range of multi-activity sessions. Suitable for those with no experience who are keen to try something new. We offer watersports and land based activities which are sure to create a memorable experience for all students.
Day Visits
Hampshire, PetersfieldSustainability in action! Come and visit us for a day or more to learn all about looking after the planet in our beautiful 55 acre woodland site nestled in the stunning South Downs National Park. Packed with hands on activities for all ages.
Low Cost Isle of Wight Group Accommodation
Isle of Wight, VentnorEducation Destination welcomes thousands of students of all ages to the Isle of Wight and Dorset each year. We can offer your group accommodation at all budget levels, from low-cost camping & dormitories to luxury resort hotels.
Tootbus London
Greater London, LondonCheck out all the wonderful things London has to offer in a day when you hop on board the Tootbus tour! Experience the heart of the city and see London's top landmarks from the open-top deck of the bus including Big Ben, Houses of Parliament...
Isle of Wight for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Isle of Wight, IsleAt Curriculum Travel, we focus on younger learners, offering age-suitable tours, including trips to the Isle of Wight. This destination provides an almost foreign experience without leaving the country, ideal for primary and middle school students.
UKSA
Isle of Wight, CowesWith 35+ years of experience, UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) offers young people a fun and safe outdoor environment in which to learn important life skills. Packages in sailing, watersports, and teambuilding include accommodation, food, kit, and tuition.
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