School Trip ideas in Norfolk

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Looking for ideas for school trips in Norfolk?

Explore Norfolk's rich history and unique geography through a variety of school visits and workshops. In historic Norwich, students can visit Castles and Cathedrals to learn topics like medieval history and architecture.

Along the curving Norfolk coastline, towns like Great Yarmouth and Cromer give opportunities to study coastal ecology, marine biology, tourism and the mixed fortunes of seaside communities. The county's famous Broads are a network of navigable rivers, with outdoor field centres providing opportunities to learn about wetland habitats and water management. Geology students can examine the striking coastal cliffs and rock formations at Hunstanton. If your topic is World War 2, the Muckleburgh Military Collection near Weybourne has exhibits about 20th century conflicts.

Norfolk provides many options for interactive learning outside the classroom.

Want to know where to take your school group in Norfolk? Here are some fun educational trips from venues such as Bewilderwood Norfolk, Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre, and more.

Able to travel to other counties in East of England, have a look at our trip pages for: Bedfordshire, East Anglia, Suffolk, for more school trip ideas.

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Bewilderwood Norfolk
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Norfolk

Think of the biggest wonky wooden play structures high up in the trees! Explore giant slippery slides, extra-long zip wires, muddled mazes, arts and crafts, plus lots, lots more!
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The Food Museum
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Suffolk

At the Food Museum we help people learn more about food. Where it comes from, how it's made and the role it's played down the centuries in shaping how we live our lives.
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Framlingham Castles
Framlingham Castles
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Suffolk

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
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World War II Bletchley Park & Enigma
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Buckinghamshire

Battlefield & 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
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Orford Castle
Orford Castle
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Suffolk

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.
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Cambridge Science Centre
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Cambridgeshire

Explore hands-on, engaging science learning at Cambridge Science Centre, designed to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding in young minds. Tailored school programs cover diverse STEM topics, offering immersive experiences for all ages.
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Residential Trips Norfolk

Planning an overnight trip for your school or looking for a tailored educational residential programme? Your students can benefit from an activity week in Norfolk or its neighbouring counties. Discover exciting school residential learning experiences that promote teamwork, and outdoor education.

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Norfolk Lakes Activity Centre
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Norfolk

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.
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London & Ipswich-Secret War to Cold War
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Suffolk

Battlefield & History Tours specialises in exactly that. London and Ipswich are filled with history and visits that bring studies to life. A time of spies, propaganda, espionage, mistrust and bluff.
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Flatford Mill field centre
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Suffolk

Visit Flatford Mill field centre set amidst quintessentially English countryside of the Dedham. Our outdoor learning programmes can be tailored to the outcomes you require, from exam board specifications to boosting confidence communication skills.
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Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
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Bike 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.
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Big School Camp Midlands
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We offer a range of unique and innovative outdoor activities with a residential experience delivered on your school's premises. Our camps help you deliver a full outdoor learning experience with 100% participation for all and at a very low costs
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Norfolk School Workshops

Is your school located in Norfolk? A huge range of workshop providers can bring the learning experience to you! Allow your students to benefit from specialist knowledge about your class subject or topic..

Romans VR Workshop - PrimeVR
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Bring Ancient Rome into your classroom with PrimeVR, the UK's No.1 VR workshop company for schools! Drop your class into the middle of the Colosseum, the streets of Ancient Rome and even explore inside a Roman villa!
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Japanese Fan Dance
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Japanese Fan Dancing is an ancient tradition, dating back to 600BC! Using movement and storytelling, One Day Creative invite you to dance through this aristocratic art form, exploring its history and cultural context along the way.
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Maths School Escape Rooms
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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?
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Olympic Games
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Book your school's Summer celebration for the Olympic Games and discover the History of the Olympics.
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