West Midlands
School Trips
An urban rural mix
The large geographical region of the West Midlands has a varied geographical landscape, and a rich history that can be found throughout the numerous counties, and a great many towns and cities the comprise the region. So what types of school trips are available in The West Midlands?
The region was the birth place of artists, painters and inventors and of course the Industrial Revolution. There are some fabulous museums dedicated to teaching school children about various aspects of industrial growth. The Ironbridge Gorge museums are a must, whether you are able to take a day trip or a multi-day residential. And you may combine the experience with a visit to nearby Roman Wroxeter with its exceptional Roman ruins.
Study wildlife or biology at places like the RSPB, Field Studies Council, or the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Study citizenship at Shrewsbury historic prison, English at Stratford, or Art and Design at 'the MAD museum'. A West Midlands school trip can take in Science Centres, Design & Technology, English or Maths, the school visit venues listed below are sure to provide some real inspiration.
See our pages for Shropshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire.
The MAD Museum
The Mechanical Art & Design Museum, or 'MAD Museum' for short, exhibits around 70 interactive pieces of kinetic art & automata made by inventors from all around the world. This is the UK’s only centre for mechanical art & combines learning with fun
As the only centre for mechanical art in the country, The MAD Museum displays the finest pieces of kinetic art and automata belonging to artists, inventors and engineers from all over the world. Unlike other attractions, we encourage learners to be hands-on and interact with the machines and works of art on display. Maybe of the exhibits are one-off unique creations and all of them demonstrate innovative originality and clever design. There is also a marble run room where learners are encouraged to build their own marble run creations. As well as being a lot of fun, this room teaches learners about creative design and physics principals such as forces, air resistance and gravity. Most groups that visit our MAD Museum come back in the following years and as a small, family-run...
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Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips below are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips West Midlands. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region..
Life in the Stone Age
West Midlands school trips Science, Physics, History, Prehistory, Art, PSHE, Bushcraft
Join us for a day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand life in the Stone Age! Work together to build shelters, learn how to make fires, and create authentic Stone Age art to take back to school.
History and Field Studies
West Midlands school trips History, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only, Romans, Victorian, Fieldstudies
Travel back in time to the Victorian era and Iron Age, discover Malvern's natural spring water, explore the fabulous countryside on a field trip for history, geography and science. PE students can take on the high ropes course or watersports.
FSC Bishops Wood
West Midlands school trips Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Surrounded by stunning ancient woodland FSC Bishops Wood has a unique and sustainable centre building. It offers a range of fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips for geography, science and history.
Adventurous Activity Days
West Midlands school trips Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
We offer half days and full days of adventurous outdoor activities at Woodlands Adventure and Outdoor Learning. We have a varied choice of activities to choose from, all instructed by fully qualified activity instructors within a 36 acre site.
British Motor Museum
Maths, Science, Physics, History, Industrial, Design Technology, PSHE, SEN
The British Motor Museum tells the story of the people, products and places linked to Britain’s motor industry and can help support studies across many areas of the National Curriculum. Create your day to fit with your current topic.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Science, History, Geography, Wildlife, Biology, Human Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, SEN, Twentieth Century
Why is white chocolate white but milk chocolate brown? Which plant makes both furniture and clothes? Which birds roam free around the grounds? Discover these answers and much more as you explore our spectacular glasshouses and beautiful gardens!
Shrewsbury Prison
Citizenship, History, Victorian, Twentieth Century, PSHE, SEN
Students have the opportunity to visit a real prison which was fully operational until 2013. Our guides will paint a picture of life in prison from Victorian times to the present day. We bring history and crime & punishment alive
Team Building Outdoor Adventures
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN
Team Building Days in the great outdoors. After 5 months out of school children & young people need time to adjust socially to working together again. At Oaker Wood we offer a range of team building activities in a woodland setting.
Curriculum Enrichment - Outdoor Learning
English, Maths, Science, SEN
A range of outdoor, hands on activities to enrich curriculum learning. Set in the beautiful venue of Forestry England's Wyre Forest. Activities promote SMSC and PHSE outcomes too.
RSPB Sandwell Valley
Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Wildlife, SEN
What's the difference between a backswimmer and a water boatman? That's just one of the many questions your class will have answered on a visit to RSPB Sandwell Valley. Children will have a memorable day discovering nature on their doorstep.
Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park
Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Saxons, Vikings, PSHE
Discover our outdoor learning programmes, set in 120 acres of land and forestry. Be inspired by our interactive, hands on history and outdoor workshops.
Ancient China
History, Ancient Civilisations, Art
Learn about the Shang Dynasty of Ancient China by visiting our outstanding collection of Ancient Chinese Bronzes. You'll discover rituals, religion and traditions by investigating the bronzes and be inspired to create your own vessel out of clay.
The Bear Grylls Adventure
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
Team building, self-esteem, resilience, empathy and confidence are all essential qualities your students need to thrive. And at The Bear Grylls Adventure, this is just the beginning…
The MAD Museum
English, Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Art, SEN
The Mechanical Art & Design Museum, or 'MAD Museum' for short, exhibits around 70 interactive pieces of kinetic art & automata made by inventors from all around the world. This is the UK’s only centre for mechanical art & combines learning with fun
The Vikings
English, History, Saxons, Vikings, Bushcraft, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
We make history fun, engaging and informative by using hands-on outdoor activities, reconstructed artifacts and costumes to provide an immersive experience of the Vikings!
All Things Wild
Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Farm, Wildlife, SEN
Why not 'Step Through Time' with our fantastic Dinosaur Experience? Or get up close to our animals in an environment that is as close to their natural habitat as possible.
Curriculum Enrichment - Outdoor Learning
History, Geography, Wildlife, Prehistory, Saxons, Biology, Human Geography, Fieldstudies, SEN
A range of outdoor, hands on activities to enrich curriculum learning. Set in the beautiful venue of Forestry England's Wyre Forest. Activities promote SMSC and PHSE outcomes too.
Shrewsbury Escape Room-The Cell
Citizenship, Maths, History, Victorian
An Escape Room in a REAL prison. We lock your team in a cell and they need to work together to escape solving a series of challenges and puzzles
Discover British History at Ironbridge and Wroxeter in the heart of Shropshire
Citizenship, English, Maths, Archaeology, Science, History, Business, Farm, Wildlife
Shropshire is ideal if you're studying British history and industry with a great range of activities available at many of the Ironbridge Museum sites along with a visit to the nearby Wroxeter Roman City
Ackers Adventure Day Trips
Maths, Science, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
With 40 Years of experience, Ackers Adventure is unlike any other centre within our urban environment we have an unrivalled range of activities from skiing, watersports, climbing and much more.
Quest: Problem Solving and Teamwork
English, Maths, Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, PSHE
The group will be set a quest for the day, and to be successful they'll need to work together, solve problems, find items and complete challenges. Great fun, and can be tailored to cover map skills, building things, examine evidence & analyse info.
Roman Curriculum Trip for Primary and Middle Schools
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.
A Countryside Christmas
Citizenship, English, Religious Education, Art, PSHE
Winter is a special time at Edgmond Hall. "A Countryside Christmas" is an exciting, active day designed to provide a magical & enjoyable Christmas experience for children and staff.
Countryside Explorers
Geography, Physical Geography, Science, Biology, Art, PSHE
Join us for a day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand our natural environment! The day can be simply tailored to suit your objectives; PSHE, science, and lots of fun.
Mini Medics
Citizenship, Physical Education
This 1/2 day course, aimed specifically at children, is at a basic level with no use of confusing terminologies. It shows complete respect for the child’s ability, making it educational, practical and instils the importance of helping others.
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.
Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre
Citizenship, Performing Arts, Music, Art, SEN
Ingestre Arts deliver unique, transferable learning experiences through creative & expressive arts such as music, drama, visual art, dance & animation. The UKs only dedicated residential arts centre, a residential with us is unlike any other!
Edgmond Hall
Citizenship, Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN
Set in a converted Georgian farm in 43 acres of woodland, fields and gardens, our friendly full-time team deliver a wide range of outdoor & creative adventures for a special learning experience. Day visits, residentials, and sole occupancy available.
JCA - Croft Farm
Geography, Physical Education, Watersports
Croft Farm is JCA's dedicated watersports centre in the Cotswolds and offers a wide range of adventurous water and land based outdoor activities in line with the national curriculum.
Culmington Manor
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Culmington Manor is Manor Adventure's flagship outdoor pursuits centre, based in the heart of the South Shropshire countryside. Experience and enjoy more than 35 adventurous activities on our 100 acre estate. Click to find out why we are so popular
Ackers Adventure Residential centre
Maths, Science, Physics, Biology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Ackers Adventure is an Adventurous Activity Centre just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. A 75 acre site offering numerous facilities such as climbing walls,ski slope & residential centre, making Ackers a totally unique venue for a school trip.
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.
Frank Chapman Outdoor Education Centre
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Forest-based adventurous and environmental courses set in 90 acres of oak woodland in the beautiful Wyre Forest. A range of accommodation includes main centre, glamping pods, and a cottage in the wilds. Sole occupancy and bespoke courses available.
Malvern Hills
Science, Physics, Biology, History, Victorian, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, SEN
Adventure challenges and outdoor activities for all ages and abilities in 9 acres of woodland at our Malvern centre and surrounding area with a focus on team-work, leadership, building independence, self-confidence and facilitating exploration.
YHA Stratford
English, Geography, Human Geography, History, Medieval, Tudors, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
There’s more to Stratford-upon-Avon than Shakespeare – theatre, history and culture buffs of every language love this world-famous location. YHA Stratford-upon-Avon offers a superb base for groups and school trips, boasting a restaurant and bar.
JCA - Condover Hall
Physical Education, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
Condover Hall in Shropshire is JCA's flagship centre and offers a wide range of adventurous outdoor and indoor activities in line with the national curriculum.
Stratford Overnight School Tour
English, History, Medieval, Tudors, SEN
To be or not to be, that is the question? Stratford-upon-Avon is most certainly the place to be! Lovers of Shakespeare will enjoy an educational trip to this ultimate literary destination. Wander through the historical pages of William Shakespeare's
Oaker Wood Leisure
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Woodland Outdoor Activity centre with 2 Glamping Villages which can be booked by schools for exclusive use. Sleeps up to 60 in each village. Wooden Glamping Pods sleeping up to 8. Catered or self catered. High Ropes, Low Ropes, Team Building, Rafting
Action Packed Residential Trips
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
Woodlands Adventure and Outdoor Learning provides an outdoor education experience to groups of young people. We offer residential, camping and day visits, packaged with a fantastic range of outdoor adventurous activities suitable for everyone
YHA Ironbridge Coalport
Geography, Human Geography, Science, Physics, History, Industrial, Physical Education, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
In the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, in a small town famous for being the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, we offer two hostels that are ideal for your next residential.
Bell Heath
Science, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN, Physics, Biology, Fieldstudies
Boundless Outdoors Bell Heath centre reopened in 2018 following a £1m investment and is proving very popular. This wonderful facility in north Worcestershire with it's adrenalin-fuelled activities sleeps 78 people and is 20 minutes from Birmingham.
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.
FSC Preston Montford
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, Wildlife, Bushcraft
The centre has easy access to a wide range of sites from the South Shropshire Hills AONB, to Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, Ludlow, Birmingham and Snowdonia. Visit for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Science, History, Geography, Art, Victorian, Twentieth Century
Gladstone is the only complete Victorian pottery factory from the days when coal-burning ovens made the world's finest bone china. Explore the cobbled yard, with huge bottle kilns and take part in daily worksho
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
Royal Airforce Museum Cosford
Science, History, Design Technology, Geography, Twentieth Century
RAF Museum Cosford tells the story of man's successes and failures in flying and missile development from the early days of aviation through two world wars to the present day.
Longtown Outdoor Learning Centre
History, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Farm, Wildlife, SEN, Accommodation Only, Romans, Medieval, Fieldstudies
Experience the magic of Longtown... the perfect base for experiencing exciting adventures throughout the Brecon Beacons led by our team of enthusiastic, experienced and fully-qualified instructors. Day Trips from £15 per child to 5 day residentials
Goodrich Castle
Geography, Human Geography, History, Medieval, SEN
Standing in open countryside above the River Wye, Goodrich Castle is one of the finest and best preserved of all English medieval castles, boasting a fascinating history and spectacular views from the battlements.
Wroxeter Roman City
History, Romans
Step back in time to explore Viriconium (Wroxeter), the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. Wander the remains of the bathhouse and visit a reconstructed town house from a city which was almost as large as Pompeii.
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Geography, Human Geography, History, Medieval, Elizabethans, Monarchs
Kenilworth Castle has been a major medieval military stronghold, a royal palace, and an inspiration to writers and artists. It's the perfect destination to bring learning outside of the classroom and cover a range of curriculum subjects.
Shropshire Bushcraft Residential
Citizenship, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Physical Education, PSHE, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft
COVID-19 OFFER
Small family-run company crafting unique outdoor adventures because we understand that no two groups are the same. Work with us to build your experience exactly to the needs of your pupils.
Drayton manor Theme Park
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, SEN
We put the fun into learning. This is at the heart of everything we do here at Drayton Manor's Education Centre. Take part in physics experiments, design your own unique ride or discover dinosaurs. Drayton has something for every school
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.
West Midlands School Workshops
Is your school located in West Midlands? 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
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.
School Of Noise online
Science, Physics, Music
COVID-19 OFFER
Explore the wonderful world of sound with the School of Noise. Our fun and educational workshops are designed to investigate the science of sound and provide pupils with a hands-on opportunity to conduct their own experiments.
School of Noise
Science, Physics, Music
COVID-19 OFFER
Explore the wonderful world of sound with the School of Noise. Our fun and educational workshops are designed to investigate the science of sound and provide pupils with a hands-on opportunity to conduct their own experiments.
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.
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?
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.
Rainy Rainforest
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts
Life in the Rainforest is ever changing with a constant demand for resources. Let’s explore this wonderful place, and discover mankind’s relationship with it. Using drama and role play explore this topic with One Day Creative.
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!
India VR Workshop
English, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Explore India and the Himalayas with this PrimeVR workshop! Your pupils will visit famous sites including the Taj Mahal and Mount Everest all from the comfort of your classroom! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Indian Dance
Citizenship, Dance
Fill the school hall with the vibrancy of the Indian subcontinent, music and dance workshops for the whole school to join in.
Ramayana Dance
Dance, Religious Education
The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic which follows Prince Rama’s quest to rescue his beloved wife Sita from the clutches of Ravana. Using dance and storytelling we explore this classic tale and it's links to Hindu culture.
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.
Science VR Day
English, Science
COVID-19 OFFER
Bring all of your KS2 science topics to life with PrimeVR! We offer a range of workshops to make your science day an exciting and amazing day! We can cover space, volcanoes and inside the body! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
The Entertaining Egyptian
History, Egyptians, SEN
Professor Trimbold, the acclaimed Egyptologist will unlock the secrets of Tutankhamun's tomb, decipher the hieroglyphics, prepare priests to worship their Gods & mummify a Pharaoh. Why did they build pyramids? Who knows the riddle of the Sphinx?
Aboriginal
Citizenship, History, Ancient Civilisations, Dance, Music, Art
Immerse yourselves in the culture of Aboriginal Australia - virtually!
Stone Age VR Workshop
English, History, Prehistory, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Visit a typical Stone Age settlement and Stonehenge with PrimeVR! From the comfort of your classroom, we'll take you on a guided tour using VR headsets! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Religious Festivals
Performing Arts, Religious Education
One Day Creative Religious Festival workshops explore Diwali and Holi through drama. Discover the Hindu stories that form the origins of the festival.
Rosa Parks-A Time for Change
History, Significant Individuals, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
At the Drama Hut, we believe that schools should have affordable access to drama in order to support learning. The Drama Hut was created in order to provide an on-site service that teachers could access, to help bring the curriculum to life.
Stone Age/Bronze Age/Iron Age
History, Prehistory, SEN
So much fun they won't realise they're learning! Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age interactive workshops to inspire, engage and educate! Costumed experts bring the prehistoric world to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
Anglo Saxons
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
So much fun they won't realise they're learning! Authentically dressed Anglo Saxon specialists bring early England to life with replica artefacts, and inventive activities designed to educate, inspire and stimulate. A whole term's learning in a day!
Dinosaur Skeletons
Science, Biology
As an extension to our "Introduction to Dinosaurs" workshop, "Dinosaur Skeletons" challenges children to assemble large wooden dinosaurs.
WW1 VR Workshop
English, History, worldwar, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Learning about WW1? Why don't you take your class inside some reconstructed WW1 trenches with PrimeVR! Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Tudors VR Workshop
English, History, Tudors, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
With PrimeVR, climb on board Henry VIII's famous warship, The Mary Rose! This workshop is a great way of bringing the Tudors to life and will be a fantastic writing stimulus for your class. Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips above are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips West Midlands. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region..
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