Activity Centres in Northern England

Residential and day activities for schools

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Activities & Residentials Northern England

Fun & educational outdoor activities and overnight stays



From the Peak District National Park, up to the Kielder Forest. And from the Lake District on the West coast to the North York Moors on the East coast, at Plan My School Trip we work with the best providers of residential education for school trips in the North of England. On this page we feature study centres, fieldwork specialists, and of course plenty of outdoor adventure companies.

Schools in the north of England have plenty of choice when it comes to outdoor activities. The spectacular landscapes of the Peak and Lake Districts, long stretches of coastline, and rolling hills of the Pennines provide great locations for outdoor activity centres. Plenty of established companies have created exceptional facilities to enable high quality outdoor education in these wonderful natural environments.

We have helped hundreds of schools in the north of England discover new and exciting outdoor activity centres, and we look forward to assisting many more. For a more comprehensive list visit our main residential trips page or give us a call to discuss your requirements.

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Popular school trip January 2026 !

Big School Camp South

location icon School Trip East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire
apple icon Subjects: Accommodation Only, Bushcraft, Physical Education, SEN, Team Building, Forest School


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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Kabannas Newcastle
Kabannas Newcastle
map pin North East

Kabannas Newcastle has private rooms for teachers and dorm spaces for children 4 - 8 beds, all ensuite. We will aim to accommodate your group on the same floor or floors depending on the size. Please let us know how we can help you.
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Newlands Adventure Centre
Newlands Adventure Centre
map pin North West

Ghyll Scrambling: Come rain or shine, there's no better way for everyone to bond at Newlands than descending down the Ghyll together - the ultimate wet and wild descent down a mountain stream! Leap...
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Kabannas Liverpool
Kabannas Liverpool
map pin North West

Kabannas Liverpool is the ideal location for schools wanting to take their children on a city break, we are close to attractions and activities. The coast is just a short coach ride away, a beach walk...
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Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales, Scotland

Approved Activity Provider offering Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions across the UK. Combining hiking, cycling and paddling, they deliver fully supported practice and...
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Liverpool for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Liverpool for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
map pin North West

Enjoy a guided tour of Shakespeare's Globe theatre and museum and follow this with a fabulous West End show.
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The Wilderness Camp
The Wilderness Camp
map pin North East

Planning a PE residential of day? Look no further than The Wilderness Company who offer a wide range of outdoor activities that slot seamlessly into a number of awarding bodies, whether looking at...
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The Bushcraft Company - Castle Howard
The Bushcraft Company - Castle Howard
map pin North East

Great things happen in the great outdoors! Taking place in the tranquillity of the woods, students will engage and connect with the natural world in a way that possibly they have never done so before....
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YHA Chester Trafford Hall
YHA Chester Trafford Hall
map pin North West

YHA Chester Trafford Hall is a glorious Georgian house with 14 acres of organic grounds complete with nature walks and landscaped gardens to explore.
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Conway Centres Beeston
Conway Centres Beeston
map pin North West

Situated less than a mile from Beeston Castle and within very private grounds this cosy and familiar centre lends itself to being used by primary groups. It offers opportunities for a variety of studies within the immediate environment.
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YHA Langdale
YHA Langdale
map pin North West

YHA Langdale is a beautiful Victorian mansion owned by the National Trust in an enviable location with breathtaking views across the Lake District, perfect for getting involved in a range of activities.
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Big School Camp Midlands
Big School Camp Midlands
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire

Big School Camps model to impacts greatly on each individual child’s ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to make appropriate choices about their physical health and...
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Conway Centres Tattenhall
Conway Centres Tattenhall
map pin North West

Using the natural beauty of the landscape surrounding in our residential centres, this residential enables learners to understand how human actions have consequences for our planet. Tackling issues...
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Castle Head FIeld Centre
Castle Head FIeld Centre
map pin North West

A river runs through the grounds of Castle Head which is ideal for raft building. Groups can also do a canoeing expedition playing games and observing wildlife whilst building bonds with one another.
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Blencathra FIeld Centre
Blencathra FIeld Centre
map pin North West

Blencathra can offer a range of biology courses from KS2 to curriculum-based A level trips. KS2 pupils can look at a range of habitats, learning about microhabitats and how they provide the basic...
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Big School Camp South
Big School Camp South
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire

1. Feral Science deliver Wildlife sessions based on curriculum Biology from Upper KS2 to GCSE outdoors 2. We use a range of outdoor skills and bushcraft to reveal the curriculum science behind...
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Big School Camp North
Big School Camp North
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire

Big School Camps model to impacts greatly on each individual child’s ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to make appropriate choices about their physical health and...
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Conway Centres Delamere
Conway Centres Delamere
map pin North West

Situated in a magical and inspiring forest environment our popular Delamere centre is a fantastic venue for woodland based activities, whether they be of an outdoor an adventurous, Arts or field studies nature.
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Conway Centres Burwardsley
Conway Centres Burwardsley
map pin North West

Located in the picturesque village of Burwardsley our centre offers opportunities unique to it's location. The surrounding countryside provides further possibilities for historical and environmental studies.
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Whitehough Outdoor Centre
Whitehough Outdoor Centre
map pin North West

From high ropes and tree climbs to archery, orienteering, and survival skills, Whitehough is packed with adventure! Students take on physical challenges, build resilience, and enjoy free time on our sports field—perfect for active minds and bodies.
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Special Offers: North

Want to make your North activity trip even better value? Here are a few of the best deals currently on offer to schools visiting PlanMySchoolTrip!

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Something for every Key Stage
Residential School Trip Merseyside

Whether you come and explore the North West or the North East of England, Kabannas Liverpool and Newcastle are the perfect base for you!

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Supporting fieldwork and outdoor learning for all
Residential School Trip Cumbria

Top 5 ways The Field Studies Council are supporting teachers, schools, parents and children to benefit from fieldwork and outdoor learning.

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