North West England
School Trips
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. Yes I am biased.
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.
See our pages for Cheshire, Cumbria, Merseyside, Lancashire or the North East.
Day Visits
Unlike other historic houses, Leighton has 2 indoor packages and 4 outdoor learning programmes. Choose from Survival Skills, Wildlife Habitats, Food for Thought and Amazing Pollinators. Inside lessons include Upstairs/ Downstairs and Houses & Homes.
Home to the Gillow Reynolds, Leighton is very much a "lived in" house, brought to life by the enthusiasm of the guides. Tours are informal and entertaining. There are no roped off areas and children are encouraged to sit on the furniture and really get involved. Perfect for their inquisitive minds, each of the 6 educational packages, opens up the world beyond the classroom window. Packed with cross curricular themes and activities, we'll guide you through 2 indoor and outdoor tailorable visits, with complementary Key Stage 1 and 2 supporting material, already fully risk assessed for you. Free and easy parking and only 10 min drive from M6 junction 35. There are no roped off areas and children are encouraged to ask questions, explore, touch things and dress up. On the indoor packages,...
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The trips below are just a sample of what we have available for schools trips North West. Click the subjects below to view our full range of trips & workshops in this region..
The Great Story Adventure
North West school trips English, Prehistory, PSHE
COVID-19 OFFER
STORYBARN ON THE ROAD
We can now bring the Storybarn experience to your school playground or sports field.
Peak - Trafford Watersports Centre
North West school trips Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Trafford 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
Peak - Trafford Treetops Adventures
North West school trips Food, Physical Education, Sports Centre, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Is your school group ready to hit the heights of the treetops? Join us for a unique, fun packed experience on one of the world’s most awesome High Ropes Adventure Courses. The course boasts 38 awesome obstacles.
Day Visits
North West school trips English, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Biology, History, Victorian, Twentieth Century, Art, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Unlike other historic houses, Leighton has 2 indoor packages and 4 outdoor learning programmes. Choose from Survival Skills, Wildlife Habitats, Food for Thought and Amazing Pollinators. Inside lessons include Upstairs/ Downstairs and Houses & Homes.
Peak - Astbury Watersports Centre
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology, Food, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Astbury 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.
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.
Peak - Mobile Outdoor Adventure Activities
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.
In-Park Secondary Learning Sessions
Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
We’re ready to welcome you and your students back to the Royal Parks with our specially adapted safe and secure outdoor learning provision. All sessions remain curriculum-linked to meet learning outcomes but additionally give students time outdoors
YHA Ambleside
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Accommodation Only
COVID-19 OFFER
Perched on the edge of Lake Windermere, with views out across stunning mountain vistas, YHA Ambleside offers an unforgettable location for a Lake District getaway. This well-equipped hostel is perfect for activity breaks for walking and watersports.
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.
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.
FSC Castle Head
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
With 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.
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…
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.
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.
The Iron Age Experience
History, Prehistory, SEN
Visit 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
Conway Centres Beeston
English, Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Art, SEN
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.
YHA Langdale
Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Education
COVID-19 OFFER
YHA 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.
FSC Blencathra
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft
FSC Blencathra 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.
Conway Centres Burwardsley
Geography, Fieldstudies, History, Prehistory, Physical Education, SEN
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.
Liverpool for Primary & Middle schools
Citizenship, Maths, Geography, Archaeology, Science, History, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Art, PSHE
Primary and Middle school LIVERPOOL tours. Curriculum Travel specialises in the younger age groups so all of our tours are age appropriate. Take the Long and Winding Road to Penny Lane and Come Together for a Magical Mystery Tour of Liverpool.
Conway Centres Delamere
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, SEN
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.
Creative School Trips
Citizenship, English, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Archaeology, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Vikings, Medieval, Elizabethans, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Design Technology, Business, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Physical Education, Art, PSHE, Wildlife, Sports Centre, Careers, SEN
We specialise in creative educational group travel, creating & managing engaging school trips covering the whole curriculum in partnership with museums and attractions across the UK, packaged with all your travel necessities.
Conway Centres Tattenhall
Geography, Fieldstudies, Music, Physical Education, Art, Watersports, SEN
Located 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.
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
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
History, Romans, SEN
The 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.
Beeston Castle and Woodland Park
Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Medieval
Beeston 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.
Carlisle Castle
English, Geography, Human Geography, History, Romans, Medieval, Tudors
Discover 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.
North West School Workshops
Is your school located in North West? 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
COVID-19 OFFER
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
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.
Hands on Space
Science, Physics
Immersive Experiences have been developing workshops for years. Our Hands of Space workshops are available both virtually and in-person within schools and private party bookings.
E-Safety Workshops online
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE
Cyberbullying & Message Groups - Engaging online workshop.
Maths School Escape Rooms
Maths, SEN
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?
Ancient Rome Workshop & Wow Day
History, Romans
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Roman 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!
Science Week
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Our Forensic Science and Silly Science workshops are full of curriculum science. Challenge your students to investigate the crime scene and solve the mystery. Professor Nitrate demonstrates exciting science such as gravity, energy and explosions!
Ancient Greece Workshop & Wow Day
History, Greeks
Dan Tastic Education brings history to life with incredible Ancient Greece 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!
Romans VR
English, History, Romans
An inciteful look at Ancient Rome with a mixture of real-life photos, computer-generated reconstructions and 360 videos to bring the topic back to life.
FSC Outreach: Trees and Plants
Science, Biology
If you can’t come to us maybe we can come to you, with our outreach packages our expert staff will come to your school. Students will have the chance to work scientifically, using observations and ideas to suggest answers to questions.
The Great Fire of London
History, Tudors, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut offers on-site school workshops, encouraging learning in a creative environment. With a wide range of topics to choose from, let us create a unique learning experience for your school.
1960s Workshop & Wow Day
History, Twentieth Century
Dan Tastic Education brings The 1960s to life with incredible 1960s Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators
ZOOM into the Stone Age LIVE
History, Prehistory
ZOOM into the Stone age with our live workshop straight into your classroom. Get involved with our entertaining, educational timeline and create your own piece of cave art using charcoal, paints and natural materials along with us.
Mindfulness Series
PSHE
Everyone is unique, but one thing we have in common is our feelings. Mindfulness techniques can help us have a better understanding of our thoughts and feelings, and give us a greater understanding of the world around us.
Ancient Egypt VR Workshop
English, History, Egyptians, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Take your class on a Virtual Reality trip with PrimeVR to see the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and even inside an Egyptian tomb...all from the comfort of your own classroom! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
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!
Anglo Saxons
History, Saxons, Performing Arts
Sutton who? Sutton Hoo of course! Get ready to dive into the world of the Anglo Saxons. Where did they arrive from? When did they get here? Who were their Gods? One Day Creative answers all your questions through drama and role-play.
Roman Workshop
History, Celts, Romans, Performing Arts, Art
COVID-19 OFFER
A totally interactive exploration of Roman life through Stories, Artefacts, Costumes, Coin Making and a whole lot of 7th century history.
Ancient Greeks
History, Greeks, SEN
So much fun they won't even realise they're learning! Ancient Greek interactive workshops to inspire, engage and educate! Costumed experts bring the world of the Ancient Greeks to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
Viking Workshop & Wow Day
History, Vikings
Dan Tastic Education brings Vikings to life with incredible Viking Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by our historical items, props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Ancient Egyptians VR
English, History, Egyptians
An inciteful look at the Ancient Egyptians with a mixture of real-life photos, computer-generated reconstructions and 360 videos to bring the topic back to life.
Volcanoes
Geography, Environmental Geography, Languages, SEN
Supervolcanoes takes you on a journey into the heart of volcanoes, explaining in detail how they form, along with their deadly power
Recreating Fossils
Science, Biology
COVID-19 OFFER
Recreate fossils using techniques used by paleantologists. A perfect complement to our "Introduction to Dinosaurs" workshop.
The Americas VR Workshop
English, Geography, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Bring your Americas topic to life by visiting popular landmarks with PrimeVR! Your class will visit the USA, Mexico, Brazil, Peru and Venezuela all from the comfort of your classroom! Ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
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.
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 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.
Crime Scene Investigation
English, Maths
Enter the world of Forensic Science! This increasingly popular workshop has proven a challenge for even the most gifted students. Working in small groups teams will be presented with a crime scene to investigate.
Greek Workshops
History, Greeks, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
During this history workshop, the children will meet Athena, the feisty favourite Goddess of Zeus. who will take the children on a journey to experience life and work in ancient Greece.
WW1 workshop
Citizenship, History, worldwar
Bring life in the Great War to life by welcoming Private Crabtree into your school. Our WWI soldier demonstrates some replica kit and describes getting the call-up, life in the trenches with the rats, and teaches the children some songs.
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?
Dance Carnival Brazil
Performing Arts
Let’s take a journey to explore the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro through dance. There are so many wonderful South American Latin styles (Samba, Bolero, Capoerira, Funk Carioca) so let’s give them a go!
Creative Writing-Engage and Inspire’–Roald Dahl
English, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
The Drama Hut offers on-site school workshops, encouraging learning in a creative environment. With a wide range of topics to choose from, let us create a unique learning experience for your school.
Victorians
History, Victorian, SEN
So much fun they won't realise they're learning! Interactive Victorian workshops to inspire, engage and educate! Costumed experts bring the Victorian world to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
Resourceful Romans
History, Romans, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Be an Ancient Roman. Order soldiers into battle, sail a slave powered ship, conquer Britannia and sell them as slaves. Is Julius Caesar getting too big for his boots? Beware the ides of March. Help Emperor Hadrian build a Great Wall in your school.
STEAM Assemblies
Science, Physics, Design Technology, Dance
COVID-19 OFFER
We deliver school assemblies mixed with street-dancing covering a range of topics such as STEM, sustainability and mental health. Additionally, we deliver motivational and graduation speeches.
Cyber Security Virtual Enrichment
Maths, Computing
Cyber terrorists have taken control of the RAF's latest space asset. Your challenge is to analyse the evidence and obtain access to the secure server. You will use a range of cryptographic and cyber security skills to solve this in 90 minutes.
Shakespeare
English, Performing Arts
Explore the work of William Shakespeare, with a focus on the depth of character, use of stage craft and innovative language. Choose from Macbeth, A Midsummer Nights Dream or Romeo & Juliet for your One Day Creative drama workshop.
Decades Dance Workshops
Citizenship, History, Twentieth Century, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Decades dance workshops for schools help enrich your pupil's learning from £1.43 per pupil. These workshops focus on the 20th Century dance styles, and they work very well if your school are celebrating an anniversary.
Stone Age Workshops
History, Prehistory, Bushcraft, SEN
Our Stone Age programme is a great way to introduce the Stone Age topic. We offer a unique interactive 'show and tell' to really bring the subject alive and pass around the tools and clothes of the past. Touch, taste and smell the Stone Age.
Viking Workshop
Geography, Human Geography, History, Saxons, Vikings, Performing Arts, Art
COVID-19 OFFER
A totally interactive exploration of the Vikings through Stories, Artefacts, Costumes, Coin Making and a whole lot of 8th and 9th century history.
Earthquakes & Volcanoes
Geography, Physical Geography, Performing Arts
Thousands of earthquakes shake the Earth everyday, and boiling hot lava constantly erupts through gaps in the curst, from deep down below the Earth’s surface! One Day Creative uses drama and role play to explore this topic.
STEMgineers: Hydraulics & Mechanics
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology
STEMgineers is a unique and exciting workshop designed to teach children and young adults engineering and mechanical principles by building and operating hydraulics systems, radio-controlled vehicles and electric go-karts.
Outer Space VR Workshop
English, Science, Physics, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Blast your class into outer space with PrimeVR! Learn about our Solar System, the Milky Way Galaxy and how vast our universe is with immersive VR headsets! Bring the school trip to you! Please ask about our coronavirus risk assessment.
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.
Olympics Drama Workshops
History, Greeks, Performing Arts, PSHE
The Olympic Games were started by the Greeks in 776BC to honour the god Zeus - so why do we still celebrate and compete today? One Day Creative explore the history of the olympics, resilience and sportsmanship through drama.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Workshops
Citizenship, Performing Arts, PSHE, SEN
Is student wellbeing a top concern for your school? These interactive wellbeing workshops support your students in building resilience and developing self-awareness. Students will learn mindfulness techniques in a fun and enjoyable way.
FSC Digital and Outreach
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology
If you can’t come to us at the moment maybe we can come to you. Our outreach packages bring our expert staff to your school or alternatively access our excellent teaching without leaving the classroom through our range of digital packages.
Musicals Dance Workshops
Citizenship, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Tread the boards with our Musicals dance workshops for schools and help enrich your pupil's learning from £1.43 per pupil, we have various musicals to choose from!
Stone Age
History, Prehistory, Performing Arts
Any idea what life would have been like in the Stone Age? It’s nothing like life today! One Day Creative uses drama, imagination and storytelling to explore life in the stone age.
World Book Day Dance Workshops
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
COVID-19 OFFER
Our World Book Day dance workshops for schools help enrich your pupil's learning from £1.43 per pupil. We bring books to life through dance and give your pupils the chance to get creative.
Choose Your Curriculum Subject
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