School trips North West England
Industrial heritage and the great outdoors
Generally regarded as the area from Cheshire/South Yorkshire to the Scottish border, the North of England is historically important, geographically favoured, scientifically pioneering, artisitcally blessed, and technologically pioneering.
For school visits you really are spoiled for choice. There are some excellent residential outdoor pursuits centres, museums offering insights into both ancient and more modern regional history, plus science, technology and environmental venues to suit every school. Rest assured we have hand-picked only the best quality venues, who offer everything you will need to make your school trip run smoothly.
See our pages for Cheshire, Cumbria, Merseyside, Lancashire or the North East.
Southport Eco Centre
- At the Eco Centre we have a safe, self-contained classroom area for the sole use of school groups. - We always aim to help teachers wherever possible - for example, for some of our topics, including our current most popular visit, The Stone Age, we are able to cater for two classes together. This often saves on transport costs! - We are repeatedly told that we make visitors feel very welcome, the advance planning and running of the day is very well organised and that we can skilfully tailor each day to match the needs of each group, catering for a range of abilities and learning styles. - We are always happy to work with teachers to design a day to suit individual needs if our current topics do not. - Our ever-growing list of repeat customers is testament to our teacher...
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North West
Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Environmental Geography, SEN
Chill Factore Education Team offer a range of exciting curriculum based experiences in our indoor real snow facility including PE Activity Days, GCSE Assessments Days, Forces in Action Experiments and Polar Regions Discovery Box. ...
North West
Science, History, Design Technology, SEN, Twentieth Century
The Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport is a unique and educational experience for all ages and operates educational tours for school groups from Early Years to KS4, as well as out of school groups. ...
North West
History, Geography, Prehistory, Medieval, Victorian, SEN
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. ...
North West
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....
North West
Science, History, Geography, Prehistory, Victorian, Human Geography, SEN
We deliver a hands-on, local evidence based Stone Age/Pre-history day using in-house designed, engaging and unique resources. We can accommodate double classes. Our teacher feedback and repeat visit rates are excellent, come and try it for yourself! ...
Southport Eco Centre
North West
Science, History, Geography, Prehistory, Victorian, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies
We offer exciting, memorable, hands-on educational workshops covering a range of curriculum topics. We have a superb teacher satisfaction rate with many supporting testimonials. We endeavour to make your day with us best fit the needs of your pupils....
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North West
English, Design Technology, SEN
Step into the drama of exciting telly as your students learn and experience the television production process from script to screen! ...
North West
Maths, Science, Design Technology, SEN
Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true free-fall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. An exhilarating experience for children, accompanied by a workshop on the science behind how the facilities work. It’s the ultimate educational school trip!...
North West
English, Science, History, SEN, Food, worldwar, Prehistory
York’s Chocolate Story’s educational programme can bring the new National Curriculum to life in ways that you might not expect, using York's unique sweet heritage to engage young people with STEM and curriculum focused topics. ...
North West
History, Geography, Music, Art, Industrial, Victorian, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Human Geography, Physical, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, SEN
Brilliant Liverpool Tours organise inspiring tours around the second Port of the British Empire. Georgian & Victorian England is experienced around a busy sea port, the Royal Albert Dock, the World Heritage Waterfront & Port Sunlight Village. ...
North West
Science, History, Geography, Industrial, Twentieth Century
Take a fascinating journey through Britain's epic story of the Royal Navy and its rich maritime heritage, set in an authentically created historic quayside and home to Europe's oldest floating warship HMS Trincomalee. ...
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North West
Citizenship, English, History, Music, PSHE, SEN, worldwar
Book a school visit and explore over 70 years of music and social history at the British Music Experience. Discover how music has influenced art, fashion and even the Government. We have a full Gibson Interactive music studio, vocal and dance booth. ...
North West
Physical Education
It's exercise in disguise! Whether it's a one hour reward bounce, or as part of a weekly programme to switch up the PE lesson, we have the skills in house to meet your learning objectives as part of the National Curriculum. ...
North West
English, Maths, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, Victorian, worldwar, Design Technology, Food, PSHE, Farm, SEN
Tatton Park is one of the UK's most complete historic estates with a range of outstanding spaces, courses and resources for educational use! ...
North West
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Fieldstudies, SEN
Outdoor education makes lasting impressions on young people that instill skills for life through building strong relationships with peers & leaders, increase confidence, self-awareness & motivation which enhances their learning & outlook on life. ...
North West
Science, History, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Prehistory, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
Outstanding, accredited school camps, qualified instructors, great learning outcomes, an amazing camp, and an unforgettable experience. All brought to the grounds of your school! ...
North West
Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Fieldstudies
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. ...
North West
Science, Geography, Chemistry, Human Geography, Fieldstudies, Farm, Food, Design Technology, Physical Education
3 fantastic locations across the Lake District and Yorkshire offering fieldwork for all ages to bring the curriculum to life. Discover the mountain scenery of Blencathra, adventurous grounds of Castle Head or lakeside location of Malham Tarn. ...
North West
History, Geography, Physical Education, Prehistory, Fieldstudies, 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. ...
North West
Science, Geography, Physical Education, Chemistry, Biology, Human Geography
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. ...
North West
History, Design Technology, Romans, Vikings, Industrial, Victorian
Home to the Romans, Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and generations of scholars. Count the towers and gateways along the city walls, stroll through the Shambles and discover eight hundred years' of stained glass at the towering Minster. This lovely medieval ci...
North West
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Education, SEN
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. ...
North West
Geography, Physical Education, Fieldstudies, 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. ...
North West
Take a 10 day tour of the UK visiting many fantastic cities along the way including Edinburgh, Manchester, Oxford and London. ...
North West
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
Situated within the stunning surroundings of Crosby Coastal Park , Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre's team of dedicated fully qualified staff are able to deliver a wide range of outdoor adventurous activities to both residential and day visit clients...
North West
English, Science, Design Technology, PSHE, Physics, Biology, SEN, Physical Education
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… ...
North West
English, Geography, Physical Education, Art, Fieldstudies, 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. ...
North West
Geography, Physical Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft
Come and experience a School Adventure with a real difference. A level of service we feel you will struggle to beat. From your first enquiry right through to getting back to School and beyond. Our Adventures really do have the 'Atlas Difference' ...
North West
Science, Geography, Physical Education, Biology, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, SEN
We provide high quality outdoor activity programmes, teaching children values and skills that will last a lifetime. We tailor our programmes and activities to your requirements whether residential or day visitors. ...
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North West
Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft
Dearne Valley, set in the stunning surroundings of the former Earth Centre is South Yorkshire offers a unique blend of nature and adventurous activities. ...
North West
Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN
Bramhope Scout Campsite is set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales less than 10 miles from Leeds City Centre. Set in 13.5 acres Bramhope Campsite offers a variety of accommodation and activities for all ages, abilities and different sized groups. ...
North West
Geography, Physical Education, Accommodation Only, Fieldstudies
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. ...
North West
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...
North West
Geography, Music, Physical Education, Art, Fieldstudies, 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. ...
North West
Physical Education, Languages, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
Over 110 years of experience, and 4000 groups annually means you can trust Scout Adventures with your School residential. With both indoor accommodation and tented village options, our instructors can deliver an experience built around you. ...
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North West
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
Outdoor education makes lasting impressions on young people that instill skills for life through building strong relationships with peers & leaders, increase confidence, self-awareness & motivation which enhances their learning & outlook on life. ...
North West
Skiing
If you're searching for a school ski trip with a real difference, then look no further. We ensure an exceptional level of service from your first enquiry, through to the end and beyond. Experience our ski trips that have the 'Atlas Difference'. ...
Workshops
Companies who can bring workshops into your school...
North West
English, History, Languages, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, SEN
North West
Science, Physical Education, Bushcraft, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
STEMdrones-Drone Coding
North West & Various Regions
Science, Design Technology, Computing, Physics
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North West & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, SEN, Egyptians
The Great Fire of London
North West & Various Regions
History, Tudors, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN, Biology
North West & Various Regions
Science, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography
North West & Various Regions
History, Bushcraft, Prehistory, SEN
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History Workshops
North West & Various Regions
History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, History, SEN
Viking Workshops
North West & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
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Victorian Workshop
North West & Various Regions
History, Victorian, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, Performing Arts, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Prehistory, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology
North West & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Tudors, Performing Arts, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, Physical Education, PSHE, Physics, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Maths, PSHE, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Food, Science, PSHE, Biology, SEN, Design Technology
North West & Various Regions
Science, Geography, Chemistry
North West & Various Regions
History, Greeks, Egyptians, Medieval, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, English, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, SEN, Physics
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Music, Physical Education, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, Climate, Fieldstudies
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Physics
North West & Various Regions
English, History, SEN, Prehistory
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Design Technology, Computing, Physics
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North West & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Biology
North West & Various Regions
English, History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Geography, Human Geography, Bushcraft
North West & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, Prehistory, Human Geography, Food, SEN, Design Technology
North West & Various Regions
History, Romans, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, Chemistry
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
North West & Various Regions
History, worldwar, Twentieth Century, Performing Arts, PSHE, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
Egyptian Workshops
North West & Various Regions
History, Egyptians, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, History, Victorian, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, Geography, SEN, Biology
North West & Various Regions
Science, SEN, Chemistry
Viking School Days
North West & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, SEN
Stone Age Workshops
North West & Various Regions
History, Prehistory, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Wildlife, Biology, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, SEN, Saxons, Vikings
WW2 Workshops
North West & Various Regions
History, Twentieth Century, worldwar, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
History, Tudors, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Twentieth Century, worldwar
North West & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Egyptians, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Computing, Physics, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, PSHE, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Science, Religious Education, Physics
North West & Various Regions
English, Medieval, Tudors
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North West & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE
North West & Various Regions
History, Performing Arts, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Biology
North West & Various Regions
Science, Biology
WW1 Workshop
North West & Various Regions
History, Twentieth Century, worldwar, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
History, Music, Art, SEN, Victorian
North West & Various Regions
English, Science, History, Geography, Computing
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, History, Performing Arts, Elizabethans, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, Greeks, Physical Education, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
History, Egyptians, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Victorian, SEN
Suffragettes Workshop
North West & Various Regions
History, Victorian, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Design Technology, Computing, Physics
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Dan Tastic History
North West & Various Regions
Science, History, Geography, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Geography, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry
North West & Various Regions
Music, Art, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, Geography, SEN, Human Geography
North West & Various Regions
PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Performing Arts, Victorian, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, SEN, Prehistory
North West & Various Regions
Science, History, SEN, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, Industrial, Victorian, worldwar, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Geography, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
North West & Various Regions
Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, History, Performing Arts, PSHE, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Geography, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Human Geography, Physical, SEN
North West & Various Regions
History, Victorian, SEN
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North West & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Biology
North West & Various Regions
Citizenship, Music, Physical Education
North West & Various Regions
History, worldwar, SEN, Twentieth Century
North West & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
North West & Various Regions
English, PSHE, SEN
North West
English, History, Art
A visit to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, takes you on a journey through the life and work of Beatrix Potter. The ideal venue for your school group. ...
North West
Science, History, Design Technology, Geography, Twentieth Century
The National Waterways Museum brings together a unique fleet of historic boats with rich collections and archives to tell the story of Britains canals and waterways. The historic docks at Ellesmere Port provide...
North West
Science, History, Design Technology, Geography, Twentieth Century
Explore the science, technology and history of the railways with the NRM's Learning Team. We offer a range of workshops for all ages to help you get the most out of your visit, all FREE....
Quarry Bank Mill
North West
History, Industrial, Victorian
Visit Quarry Bank at Styal in the north west of England and discover the compelling story of mill workers, entrepreneurs and the Industrial Revolution. ...
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North West
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 ...
Jodrell Bank
North West
Science, Physics, Twentieth Century
Our year round education programmes in the north west of England offer children a unique learning experience and the opportunity to experiment with live science. ...
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North West
Science, History, Twentieth Century
Fourteen different learning galleries with programmes, shows, and demonstrations for key stages 1 to 4....
Science Into Schools
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry
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More school visit options covering other curriculum subjects North...
North West
English, History, Saxons, Medieval, Religious Education, SEN
Book a free school visit to Whitby Abbey to discover this unique site. An Anglo-Saxon monastery was first founded at Whitby and the ruins of the medieval Benedictine abbey now provide the backdrop to a memorable day of learning outside the classroom....
North West
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. ...
North West
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. ...
North West
History, Design Technology, Geography
Bring history to life with a visit to Conisbrough Castle, a 12th century castle with a 21st century education interpretation! ...
North West
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!...
North West
Science, History, Geography, Romans, Physics, Human Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education
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. ...
North West
Science, Physics, Physical Education, Languages, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
Over 110 years of experience, and 4000 groups annually means you can trust Scout Adventures with your School residential. With both indoor accommodation and tented village options, our instructors can deliver an experience built around you. ...
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North West
Citizenship, Maths, Design Technology, Physical Education, SEN
Diggerland is an exciting day out for school children of all ages and abilities. It offers a day out that is educational and extremely unique. Focusing on STEM, a day at Diggerland can cover a multitude of interesting topics outside of the classroom ...
North West
English, Art, Physical Education
Arvon have been running residential creative writing courses for schools since 1968. Bring a group to spend a week immersed in creative writing with two published authors in one of our historic houses in beautiful rural locations across the UK. ...
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North West
Geography, 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. ...
North West
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
Hesley Wood, set in beautiful surroundings awaits you to have an adventure! ...
North West
History, Prehistory, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, SEN
Bring the curriculum to life and inspire your students with a visit to Scarborough Castle. Dominating Scarborough's headland, the sites history spans some 3000 years Stone Age all the way through to Medieval Britain. ...
Kingswood
North West
Physical Education
Successful outdoor residential experiences provide challenge, build confidence and increase pupil engagement and attainment back in class. We offer a wide range of activities at our nine outdoor activity centres in the UK and one in France. ...
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North West
Physical Education
It's exercise in disguise! Whether it's a one hour reward bounce, or as part of a weekly programme to switch up the PE lesson, we have the skills in house to meet your learning objectives as part of the National Curriculum. ...
North West
History, Romans, SEN
A school visit to Housesteads Roman Fort is a unique experience. Stood high on the wild Whin Sill escarpment, Housesteads is the most complete example of a Roman fort anywhere in Britain. ...
North West
Geography, Physical Education, Watersports, Fieldstudies, SEN
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, History, Vikings, Design Technology, Performing Arts, PSHE
North West & Various Regions
Maths, History, Design Technology, SEN, Prehistory
North West & Various Regions
Maths, History, Design Technology, SEN, Saxons, Vikings
North West & Various Regions
Maths, Science, History, Design Technology, SEN, Victorian
North West & Various Regions
History, Prehistory
North West & Various Regions
Maths, History, SEN, Prehistory
North West
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 West
Science, History, Geography, Medieval, Tudors
Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England. Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three- ...
North West
History, Religious Education, Medieval
Rievaulx is one of the most complete, and atmospheric, of England's abbey ruins. It's no wonder it's one of the most popular visitor attractions in the North. ...
North West
Religious Education, History
York Minster, a building at the centre of the north of England's history hotspot, York, has a lot to offer in terms of education....
North West
Science, History, Geography, 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. ...
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