School Trips in North West England
North West School Trip Ideas
Industrial heritage and the great outdoors
Generally regarded as the area extending from Cheshire up through Manchester and Merseyside, through Lancashire and into Cumbria, the North West of England is historically important, geographically favoured, scientifically pioneering, artisitcally blessed, and technologically pioneering.
For North West school trips and visits you really are spoiled for choice. From Manchester's Sealife centre, to Liverpool's Georgian and Victorian World Heritage sites. Throw in a hatful of Roman sites stretching all the way to Hadrian's Wall, plus numerous science, technology and environmental venues. Not forgetting museums offering insights into both ancient and more modern history, including the North West's miraculous industrial past, including the historic Quarry Bank Mill.
The region has a good choice of residential outdoor pursuits centres if you are looking for a fun-filled activity week later in the school year. Whatever your interest in the North West, rest assured we have hand-picked only the best quality venues, who offer everything you will need to make your North West school trip run smoothly.
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Stone Age Workshop
School Trip East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales
Subjects: Archaeology, History, Prehistory
Ever wondered where modern humans came from? Curious of how Homo sapiens and Neanderthals survived? Want some handy tips on creating your own hunting gear?
All of this and more can be explored with our stunning Stone Age sessions.
Stone Age Workshop
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BeWilderwood Cheshire
CheshireThink 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!
Kabannas Liverpool
MerseysideAffordable and comfortable group accommodation for school trips in the centre of Liverpool. We have fantastic links to the docks and other locations across Liverpool. Short walk from the train station and easy access for coach drop off.
Fun Group Activities
North WestPlanning a School Trip? We can help source a venue if required. Whether it’s Team Building, PSHE days, or post-GCSE celebrations, our action-packed activities are designed to inspire, compete and create fun memories. We Cover all of the UK.
The Blackpool Tower Circus
LancashireThe Blackpool Tower Circus offers the perfect learning environment for pupils to explore their five senses and also engage in descriptive and creative writing. If it is open on the day, schools also have the option to visit The Ballroom.
The Iron Age Experience
CheshireVisit our replica Iron Age round house & archaeological dig to learn more about the culture, art and farming from the Iron Age. Pupils will be fully immersed in the era & experience hands on activities and journeys into the ancient hillfort landscape
The Blackpool Tower Eye
LancashireThe Blackpool Tower Eye offers an exciting experience where pupils will be heading 380ft into the sky to get a different perspective of Blackpool. If it is open on the day of visit, schools also have the option to visit The Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
Beeston Castle and Woodland Park
CheshireBeeston Castle with its impressive location and natural defences has been home to prehistoric settlers, great barons, it's acted as a defence against aristocratic rivals and it's even been an important English Civil War stronghold.
Conway Centres Burwardsley
CheshireLocated 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.
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester
Greater ManchesterWith 2 million LEGO bricks under one roof, the sky's the limit at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester. Pupils will learn and develop many skills, including language, science, design, technology, engineering, computing and maths.
Liverpool for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
MerseysideCurriculum Travel offers age-appropriate tours for primary and middle school students in Liverpool, featuring a journey from the Long and Winding Road to Penny Lane in a Magical Mystery Tour.
Madame Tussauds Blackpool
LancashireThe figures at Madame Tussauds Blackpool provides a truly unique out-of-classroom learning experience with themed sets to enthuse and immerse pupils in celebrity culture and modern media.
Blencathra FIeld Centre
CumbriaBlencathra occupies a dramatic setting at 300m up the south facing slope of Blencathra with an unparalleled panorama across the Lake District National Park. Visit for residential geography and biology trips at all ages.
Peak - Astbury Watersports Centre
CheshireAstbury Watersports Centre is located at Astbury Mere, near Congleton town centre. We offer various watersports from canoeing to sailing, and if getting in the water isn’t what you fancy we also have many different land based activities.
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
CheshireThe city of Chester, in North West England, boasts the well preserved remains of the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain. Built in the 1st century, this ancient monument is part of the impressive Roman remains that can be seen throughout the city.
Rock Up Manchester
Greater ManchesterLooking 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
YHA Langdale
CumbriaYHA Langdale is a beautiful Victorian mansion owned by the National Trust and is a fantastic destination for UK school trips, student tours and educational visits, with spacious grounds that include a Victorian arboretum.
Whitehough Outdoor Centre
LancashireBring the classroom to the great outdoors at Whitehough Outdoor Centre! Set in the beautiful Pendle Hills, our action-packed school trips and residentials blend adventure with learning— activities include climbing, bush-craft, archery and much more!
YHA Chester Trafford Hall
CheshireYHA Chester Trafford Hall is a glorious Georgian house with 14 acres of grounds complete with nature walks and landscaped gardens to explore.
The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
LancashireTake your students on a 60-minute journey through 1,000 years of Lancashire's murky history, as our full cast of entertaining theatrical actors brings to life hilariously horrifying stories from the depths of Blackpool's past.
Castle Head FIeld Centre
CumbriaWith easy access to both the coastline of Morecambe Bay, the glaciated uplands of the southern Lake District and the lakes of Windermere and Coniston, FSC Castle Head is ideally situated for a wide range of field studies and adventurous activities.
Birdoswald Roman Fort
CumbriaBook a free school trip to Birdoswald Roman Fort, to explore the extensive remains of the Roman Fort and see the longest continuous remaining stretch of this magnificent World Heritage Site.
SEA LIFE
North WestDive deep into a world of underwater discovery. Pupils will understand and learn how to conserve the natural wonders of the world! Explore creatures of the Pacific Ocean, the Amazon Rainforest and frozen extremities of Antarctic.
Carlisle Castle
CumbriaDiscover the most besieged castle in England, on a free education visit to this unique site, or enhance learning with a hands-on learning workshop with our site experts.
Leighton Hall Outdoor Education
LancashireLeighton has 8 inspirational visits for KS 1 & 2 children Indoor: House and Homes, Upstairs Downstairs Outdoor: Survival Skills, Food for Thought, Seasonal Art New for 2025, Living Like Cavemen, An Orchard’s Tale Seasonal: Victorian Christmas
Peak - Trafford Watersports Centre
Greater ManchesterTrafford Watersports Centre, located at Sale Water Park, just a short drive from J6 of the M60. We offer various school group team building watersports activities from canoeing to sailing, along with many land based activities to make a full day
Conway Centres Delamere
CheshireSituated 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.
Conway Centres Tattenhall
CheshireLocated in the beautiful village of Tattenhall just 7 miles from Chester the centre offers a peaceful haven and a base for wide range of Outdoor Activities and the Arts. It's proximity to many schools makes it ideal for day courses too.
Leighton Hall
LancashireLeighton has 8 inspirational visits for KS 1 & 2 children Indoor: House and Homes, Upstairs Downstairs Outdoor: Survival Skills, Food for Thought, Seasonal Art New for 2025, Living Like Cavemen, An Orchard’s Tale Seasonal: Victorian Christmas
Newlands Adventure Centre
CumbriaEmbark on a stress-free school residential at Newlands Adventure Centre! Nestled in the Lake District, our historic full-board outdoor haven ensures an unforgettable experience for students. Enjoy Ghyll Scrambling, High Ropes, Paddleboarding & more.
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Flamenco Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Flamenco & Spanish dance workshops for schools. These are a great way to start learning about Spain and can be booked anytime during the school year. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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Carnival Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Carnival dance workshops for schools linked to your Brazil or Rio topics or as part of your World Week or Multicultural event. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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Indian Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Indian & Bollywood dance workshops are very popular during Diwali but can be booked at any time during the school year. Book in advance to secure your ideal date. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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Stone Age Workshop
Ever wondered where modern humans came from? Curious of how Homo sapiens and Neanderthals survived? Want some handy tips on creating your own hunting gear? All of this and more can be explored with our stunning Stone Age sessions.
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Educational Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Educational dance workshops for schools help enrich your pupils' learning and link to many school topics, world events and celebrations. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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Viking Workshop
Learn all about the ruthless raiders of Lindisfarne, savage seafaring settlers and green fingered farmers with a brutal session on Vikings... Raagh! Beards, axes, pillaging... and growing vegetables.
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Chinese Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Chinese dance workshops for schools help enrich your pupil's learning. These workshops link with the Chinese New Year and China. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers! Booking FAST, confirm your date now.
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International & Multicultural Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - International & Multicultural dance workshops that explore the globe to bring your international or multicultural day or week to life with these dance workshops. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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ToysInSchool
An exclusive, fully hands-on toy making experience for your children where they get to make their own wooden toy from examples in Ancient Egypt through to 1940’s Lego (before the plastic). Includes a presentation looking at history and forces.
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World Book Day Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Our World Book Day dance workshops bring books to life through dance and give your pupils the chance to get creative. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers! Booking FAST, confirm your date now.
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Living History Workshops Ks1 & Ks2
Theatre Workshop have been Wowing for over 25 years with fun filled active Living History workshops. Our session certainly have the WOW factor and will get you pupils scrabbling for the internet to research for themselves. Book NOW
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New Earth Theatre Creative Cultural Workshops
Interactive Creative Cultural Education workshops exploring East Asian art forms & culture including Chinese dance, shadow puppetry, mask making, calligraphy, K-Pop dance & storytelling inspired by folk tales & legends,
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Decades Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Decades dance workshops for schools. These workshops focus on the 20th Century dance styles, which are ideal for history topics and school anniversaries. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
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Pep the Poet - Mental Health & Well-being
Pep the Poet is a tremendous advocate of raising awareness and promoting positive mental health through creative means. He does this through his writing, poems and keynote speeches.
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Pep the Poet
Hello! I’m Pep the Poet. My mission is to ‘scatter sunshine one poem at a time.’ I deliver whole school poetry workshops &well-being days which are fun, exciting and interactive. I’ve written and published five poetry collections for
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Robotics Workshop
RobotFun provides robotics based programming workshops for schools, suitable for Early Years through to KS4, using state of the art robots. We visit you and bring everything needed for the workshop(s). All you need to provide are the children!
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Viking and Anglo-Saxon Workshop
Looking to elevate your Viking and Anglo-Saxon history topic? Want to bring costumed Historical Interpreters to launch your subject in the classroom? Then book Days Gone By to bring history to life for your students with artefacts and activities.
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Internet Safety Training
Can Internet Safety Training really be this much fun? Our whole school e-safety workshops use theatre & drama to equip your students, parents/carers & teachers with the skills & knowledge they need to stay safe online.
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The Romans in Britannia
Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and enjoys sharing it. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops. Please see below the full list of workshops offered
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