North East England
School Trips
Learning outside the classroom in the North East of England
The North East of England is an area of contrasts, between wild open countryside and sprawling urban development, between ancient historical sites and modern commercial centres. Made up of the counties of Northumberland and County Durham, and the Metropolitan county of Tyne and Wear, the North East of England has plenty to offer school groups looking to take a school trip to learn outside the classroom.
We can help you plan school trips across the North East, with learning outcomes covering a wide variety of curriculum topics. Learn more about the region's many fantastic sites managed by English Heritage, undertake fieldwork with the Field Studies Council, or visit a local residential activity centre. We can help schools find budget friendly trips to support their class work.
See our pages for Yorkshire, Northumberland and the North West.
Warkworth Castle
A school visit to Warkworth Castle is a unique experience. Once home to the powerful Percy family who now reside in Alnwick Castle, Warkworth was, and remains, one of the largest and most impressive fortresses in North East England.
View the awe-inspiring keep as you wander around the nearly intact circuit of towered walls at this spectacular medieval castle. The great tower or keep is almost complete, though it was built by the first Earl of Northumberland over 600 years ago. Warkworth was besieged by the Scots in 1327 and played a key role in the long-running war between England and Scotland. Look out for the lion badge carved throughout the castle as you explore. This was the badge of the powerful Percy family who wielded almost kingly power in the north. They owned Warkworth and nearby Alnwick Castle, where their descendants still live today. Percy fame and fortunes were at their height under Henry Percy, the first Earl of Northumberland. His son 'Harry Hotspur,' was memorably captured by Shakespeare in...
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Choose Your Curriculum Subject
The trips below are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips North East. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region (click again to unfilter)..
Housesteads Roman Fort
North East school trips History, Romans, SEN
A school visit to Housesteads Roman Fort is a unique experience. High on the wild Whin Sill escarpment, Housesteads is the most complete example of a Roman fort anywhere in Britain.
Chesters Roman Fort and Museum
North East school trips History, Romans, SEN
Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall gives a real sense of how the Roman army was trying to assert power over this part of the British countryside. The venue, complete with museum is a fantastic learning resource for school groups.
Peak - Mobile Outdoor Adventure Activities
North East school trips Physical Education, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Do you need a special feature at your school event? We can bring an element of adventure to your event with our fantastic range of mobile activities. From team building, mobile climbing walls to archery and more.
Warkworth Castle
North East school trips History, Medieval, SEN
A school visit to Warkworth Castle is a unique experience. Once home to the powerful Percy family who now reside in Alnwick Castle, Warkworth was, and remains, one of the largest and most impressive fortresses in North East England.
Lindisfarne Priory
History, Romans, Saxons
On the north east coast of England lies the small island of Lindisfarne, or Holy Island. Untouched by the Roman occupation, this spiritual place became an important centre for Celtic Chritianity. An ideal visit for pupils studying Saxons and Vikings!
Roman Curriculum Trip for Primary and Middle Schools
English, Archaeology, History, Romans, Art
COVID-19 OFFER
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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Geography, Human Geography, Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
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.
Peak - DofE Expeditions
Citizenship
COVID-19 OFFER
We are an Approved Activity Provider and we offer comprehensive Expedition for Bronze, Silver and Gold Award packages that deliver classroom-based training and on-the-hill learning. These are aligned to the DofE Expedition Training Framework.
Residential School Trips
Physical Education, Bushcraft
Set on a stunning fell side, just minutes away from the leafy suburbs of Hexham, this picturesque centre offers a ‘home away from home’ environment. Fly through the air on our 3G swing or get closer to nature and build a shelter in the woods.
YHA The Sill at Hadrians Wall
Geography, Human Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, History, Romans, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
Brand new for 2017 – this state-of-the-art hostel is an exciting £14.8 million initiative created in partnership with the Northumberland National Park Authority. It is the ideal base for exploring the Hadrian’s Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Big School Camp
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN, Accommodation Only, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
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
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
COVID-19 OFFER
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 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.
Vindolanda
History, Romans
Welcome to the North East's best day out on Hadrian's Wall. Explore Roman life on the edge of the empire 2000 years ago. Come and enjoy the Vindolanda Writing Tablets, live archaeology, and much more.
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
Life Science Centre
Citizenship, Maths, Science, Computing, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
For a great School Trip in Newcastle upon Tyne, look no further than the Life Science Centre with exhibitions, events, theatre shows and the biggest planetarium in the North of England
North East School Workshops
Is your school located in North East? 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!
Kingsway Centre
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
A specialist outdoor education centre with over 30 years experience working with schools from across the North. We cater for a range of groups and pride ourselves on giving an authentic adventurous experience.
Vikings and Saxons
History, Saxons, Vikings
COVID-19 OFFER
We offer exciting, immersive and inspiring Viking & Saxon workshops for schools, presented by a charismatic team of “performing historians” with a deep-rooted passion for their subject.
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.
Hands on History
History, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, Georgian, Industrial, Victorian, Edwardian
Immersive historical learning experiences take you back in time with fully custom-made experiences.
Ancient Egypt Workshop & Wow Day
History, Egyptians
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Ancient Egyptian Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Victorians
History, Victorian
COVID-19 OFFER
Let us to take you back to Victorian Britain. We will teach you about the Great Exhibition, Life for children (both rich and poor), the workhouses and how Queen Victoria furthered the British Empire with her explorations and conquests.
Virtual Reality VR Experience
Science, Physics
Immersive Experiences’ VR programs cover the greatest variety of shows – more than any planetarium in the world, with over 200 experiences to enjoBring learning and entertainment together A personal experience Perfect for SEN, SLD, PMLD audienc
Rainforests - Above and beyond the Canopy
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts, Wildlife
COVID-19 OFFER
Join Bethany Bell our enthusiastic scientist, as she explores the Rainforests of South America. From the magnificent canopy of trees to the dark forest floor, home to fungi & insects, the children will be introduced to a magical world.
The Superhero Academy
Citizenship, English, Maths, Physical Education
We don't want your pupils to miss out on these integral childhood adventures any more than you do, which is why we'd love to put UK primary schools at the heart of the action - and bring the experiences to you!
Wind Turbines
Science, Physics
COVID-19 OFFER
This highly interactive Wind Turbine session sees our Lead Renewable Energy expert communicator facilitate learners in constructing and testing a model wind turbine. Learners explore the principles around sustainability and renewable technology.
USA Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings The United States to life with incredible USA Wow Days! Your pupils will be engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Florence Nightingale - Online
History, Victorian, Significant Individuals, Beyond Living Memory
COVID-19 OFFER
Who was Florence Nightingale and just how important was her role in improving hospital conditions for soldiers in the Crimea? Come with us as we find out how she challenged the stereotype of nurses and influenced a new way of nursing.
Forces & Magnets
Science, Physics, Performing Arts
Combine science, drama and movement in this cross-curricular extravaganza with One Day Creative. Together we'll explore the phenomena of forces and magnets, with a particular focus on push/pull forces, gravity, resistance, floating and sinking.
Tudor & Stuart Workshop & Wow Day
History, Tudors
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Tudor Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our engaging & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Coding for FUN or as a REWARD!
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
Do you want to reward your children/students with a fun event that is still educational?! A DRONEday is a brilliant way to consolidate learning in an exciting, challenging, unique and safe way! DRONEdays ARE COVID-19 SECURE! Read on to find out how
The Vikings!
History, Vikings
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 to Iron Age
History, Prehistory
Stone Age to Iron Age is, consistently, one of most popular topics – as drama helps bring this complex period of history to life for children. Stone Age to Iron Age in a Day covers all of the key elements of life across the Stone, Bronze and Iro
Ancient Egyptians
History, PSHE, Egyptians
COVID-19 OFFER
This fun, absorbing and interactive workshop introduces children to the fascinating and enigmatic world of the ancient Egyptians.
Brave Britain at War
History, worldwar, Twentieth Century, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Your Country Needs You - Join up & fight - Let Nurse Vera show you how you can help. But is her husband safe? or take part in a WWII workshop. The pupils will experience life during the Second World War: Be evacuated, learn about rationing.
Polar Regions VR Workshop
English, Geography, Physical Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Bring your Antarctica and Arctic topic to life with PrimeVR! Our Polar Regions workshop take pupils to see penguins, leopard seals and the North Pole! Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
WW2
History, worldwar
COVID-19 OFFER
Let us to take you back to the time of the second world war. We will teach you all about life on the front as well as life at home. Find out about code-cracking, rationing, evacuation and how people survived one of the worst battles in history!
Programming virtual robots
Maths, Design Technology, Computing
COVID-19 OFFER
Brand New - Robot programming workshops that can be run entirely virtually. Two types are offered, Scratch based (best for KS2) and Python based (best for KS3).
The Ancient Greeks
English, Geography, Human Geography, Archaeology, History, Greeks, Performing Arts, Art
COVID-19 OFFER
Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and passing on this passion. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops.
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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...
Stone Age
History, Prehistory, Performing Arts
Any idea what life was like in the Stone Age? Here’s a clue: it was absolutely nothing like life today! Join this One Day workshop and use drama, imagination and storytelling to bring this fascinating period of history to life in your school hall!
STEMbotics-Robotics & Coding
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
STEMbotics: Robotics and Coding workshops are designed to ignite a passion for STEM and Computing. Using a variety of robots, students will design, build and code their very own robots to complete a range of challenges. Medals for the winners!
Black History Month/Long Walk to Freedom
History, Twentieth Century, Significant Individuals, Performing Arts
Together we will dive in the lives and influences of some of history's most inspiring heroes - Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks and Nelson Mandela. Black History Month is a time to recognise past struggles, and celebrate incredible achievement.
The Dinosaur dynasty
History, Prehistory, Performing Arts, PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
Delve deep into the age of dinosaurs with our explorer who will take you on an exciting journey back in time to learn about these huge toothsome creatures that roamed the earth before the ice age.
The Sensational Saxons & Vikings
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
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.
Maya Workshops
History, Ancient Civilisations, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut helps to bring topic to life with energetic, fast paced workshops, led by professional actors. Explore all about the Maya civilisation, including religious beliefs and even take part in a human sacrifice....if your teacher is willing!
World War 1
History, worldwar, SEN
World War One interactive workshops to inspire, engage and educate. Costumed experts bring the Great War world to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
WW2 School Escape Rooms
History, worldwar
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?
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.
The Queen's Coronation
Citizenship, History, Significant Individuals, Performing Arts
A fun and participatory day of drama exploring Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation!
Pirate Workshop & Wow Day
English
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Pirate Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Historical Experiences
History, Prehistory, Greeks, Romans, Saxons, Medieval, SEN
Providing inventive historical activities across the UK for both schools, business and private parties. These experiences have been designed to transport your audiences into a period and time, as close to the real thing as possible.
In School Activity Days
Citizenship, Maths, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Outdoor Centre that Comes To You!
WiseUp Team Building brings adventurous activities to your school for safe & fun outdoor learning experiences. Team Building, Bushcraft, Archery & Orienteering are just a few of our many exciting challenges.
The Troublesome Tudors
History, Tudors, Monarchs, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
An Elizabethan visits your school to spill the beans on Henry VIII's life, wives & executions. Then proceeds to gossip about Elizabeth I's reign and what has Sir Walter Raleigh brought back from the Americas. Find out by book the workshop.
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
Wonders of the World VR Workshop
English, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Experience the Seven New Wonders of the World with PrimeVR! A great way of meeting Geography outcomes as well as inspiring some amazing creative writing! Bring the school trip to you! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
The 18th Century!
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!
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!
Aztec, Inca & Mayan Workshop & Wow Day
History, Ancient Civilisations
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Aztec, Inca & Mayan Workshop & Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Workshop Facilitators
STEMdrones-Drone Coding
Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing
Our CAA approved commercial drone pilot will teach your children about the principles of flight by getting students to experience it by flying and coding mini drones to navigate their way through an indoor obstacle and achieve mission objectives.
Dinosaurs, Rocks and Fossils
History, Prehistory
COVID-19 OFFER
This exciting and action-packed workshop will bring out the hidden palaeontologist in your pupils, giving them a chance to get hands-on with a vast collection of scale model dinosaurs and real fossils.
Hands on Careers
Business, Careers
Immersive Experiences have a proud history of supporting students and professionals along with their careers and goals.
Fab Science Online
Science, Physics, Chemistry
COVID-19 OFFER
Zoom into the Fab Science Lab! We have run hundreds of workshops in schools and we've put all of that know-how into our virtual events. Fully interactive, engaging, educational and fun!
Titanic
History, Twentieth Century, Performing Arts
It was the largest man-made object ever to move, deemed by the owners and designers to be 'unsinkable'. So why and how did the Titanic sink? And what are the stories of the people trapped on board?
Egyptian Workshops
History, Egyptians, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
This Drama Hut workshop will take you on a journey back to the the 3rd millennium BC to unravel secrets hidden in an ancient Egyptian scroll. Goddess Isis will help the children take steps to ensure our Pharaoh passes through to the after life.
Cells and the Human Body
Science, Biology, Languages, Art, SEN
Our award winning Immersive Education Experiences, take you inside the human cell, and around your DNA! Learn about what makes us human, why we have genes and explore the organelles like never before. Perfect supplementary curriculum-linked sho
Drugs & Alcohol
PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
Children's abuse of drugs and alcohol can begin earlier than many people realise, with some young people exposed before they have even left Primary Education. The longer these problems go unnoticed or ignored, the deeper rooted they become.
Superhero Workshop & Wow Day
English
Dan Tastic Education brings comic books to life with incredible Superhero Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
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!
Game Over
Performing Arts, PSHE
Take your class on a real life adventure through the world of addictive gaming. Will your class be able to avoid the temptation of in app-traps? Will they be able to resist the addictive games in order to get a good nights sleep?
Biology Online Workshops
Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
Link up live with The Royal Parks' Learning team for a unique interactive experience for your students. These curriculum-linked sessions will inspire your students to explore the parks' incredible environments.
The Very Elegant Victorian
History, Victorian, Performing Arts, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Don't dare to talk in class, make sure your hands are clean or Miss Grimm our strict Victorian teacher has a cane and not afraid to use it. What job will you do in the workshop, be a Chimney Sweep, work in the mills, crawl down the mine or be a maid.
Alice through the looking Glass
PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
This Drama Hut workshop provides a fun space to gently explore complex themes of friendship, resilience and wellbeing.
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 King Ravana. Use dance and storytelling as we explore this classic tale and its links to Hindu culture.
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.
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.
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
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