School Trips in North West England
North West School Trip Ideas
Industrial heritage and the great outdoors
Uncover the Roman history of Chester, learn about Liverpool's maritime legacy, or immersing your class in the Lake District's poetic landscapes. Cheshire, Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire and Cumbria have lots of school trips that weave together heritage, innovation, and nature, creating unforgettable learning experiences.
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, Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire or the North East.
Kabannas Liverpool
School Trip North West
Subjects: Accommodation Only, City Break, Local History, Music, History
Affordable 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.
Kabannas Liverpool
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174 North West school trips and workshops
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BeWilderwood Cheshire
Cheshire, WhitchurchThink 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!
Rock Up Manchester
Greater Manchester, 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
Kabannas Liverpool
Merseyside, LiverpoolAffordable 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.
Leighton Hall Outdoor Education
Lancashire, CarnforthLeighton 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
Museum of Liverpool
Merseyside, LiverpoolMuseum of Liverpool offers a great selection of curriculum-linked workshops for schools and groups, from a session exploring local transport to an arty 'Best Buildings' workshop all about Liverpool's stunning landscape.
Leighton Hall
Lancashire, CarnforthLeighton 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
Walker Art Gallery
Merseyside, LiverpoolWalker Art Gallery offers a fantastic selection of curriculum-linked workshops for groups, from its popular 'Storytelling with the Greeks' session - taking place in front of an epic painting - to 'Tour and Draw', an exciting guided experience.
World Museum
Merseyside, LiverpoolWorld Museum offers a fantastic selection of curriculum-linked workshops for schools and groups – from sessions on ancient civilisations to exciting experiences in our planetarium, aquarium and bug house.
Birdoswald Roman Fort
Cumbria, BramptonBook 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.
Carlisle Castle
Cumbria, CarlisleDiscover 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.
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
North West, CrosbyBike Hike and Paddle was founded with a simple but powerful goal: to get people outdoors and push the boundaries of what they think is possible. We empower participants to complete their Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expeditions.
Liverpool for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Merseyside, LiverpoolCurriculum 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.
Fun Group Activities
North West, BracknellPlanning 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.
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
Cheshire, ChesterThe 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.
Peak - Astbury Watersports Centre
Cheshire, CongletonAstbury 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.
Newlands Adventure Centre
Cumbria, KeswickEmbark 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.
Conway Centres Delamere
Cheshire, FrodshamSituated 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.
Beeston Castle and Woodland Park
Cheshire, TarporleyBeeston 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.
The Iron Age Experience
Cheshire, BurwardsleyVisit 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 Burwardsley
Cheshire, BurwardsleyLocated 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.
YHA Chester Trafford Hall
Cheshire, ChesterYHA Chester Trafford Hall is a glorious Georgian house with 14 acres of grounds complete with nature walks and landscaped gardens to explore.
Blencathra FIeld Centre
Cumbria, KeswickBlencathra 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 - Trafford Watersports Centre
Greater Manchester, SaleTrafford 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 Tattenhall
Cheshire, ChesterLocated 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.
YHA Langdale
Cumbria, AmblesideYHA 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.
Castle Head FIeld Centre
Cumbria, Grange-over-SandsWith 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.
Whitehough Outdoor Centre
Lancashire, BarleyBring 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!
in-school workshop
Living things and Habitat Heroes
Learning about our planets precious biodiversity is vital because it lays the foundation for understanding the importance of preserving the natural world, promoting sustainable practices, and ensuring a healthy planet for future generations.
in-school workshop
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.
in-school workshop
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.
online/in-school workshop
International Slavery Museum on Tour
While the International Slavery Museum is currently closed for a major redevelopment project, we remain committed to inspiring learning and fostering understanding.
in-school workshop
Roman Workshop
The Romans made a huge impact on life in Britain through their invasions and conquest, but how did life change for the people already living in Britain at the time? Discover what Roman Britain was like with an in-school workshop from Days Gone By!
in-school workshop
Future Engineers: Robotics coding with LEGO Spike Prime
Dive into the world of robotics with LEGO Spike Prime! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn coding and robotics fundamentals by programming their LEGO Spike Prime robots.
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Medieval Britain
During this Drama Hut workshop your class will meet maid Ember Whitby in the year 1354. Join Ember as she gives your class an insight into medieval Britain- noble Knights, colossal castles and the petrifying plague!
in-school workshop
African Dance and Drumming workshops
Our African dance and drumming workshops introduce pupils to the vibrant culture and rhythmic traditions of Africa. West End professional 'Vivian Gayle leads pupils through a series of movements and drumming patterns teaching them African history
in-school workshop
Maths Workshops
Our Hands-On Cross-Curricular Activities are for All Key Stages & Abilities, From EYFS to Sixth Form Making Learning Fun & The Complex Simple. Utilsing Creativity, Problem Solving, Teamwork and Resilience, workshops increase Self Esteem
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World War Two Workshops
A captivating workshop that vividly brings World War II to life. Pupils will participate in a range of educational activities, and have the chance to explore genuine WWII artifacts and try on real period clothing...
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Bridge Building For KS1
Using our knowledge and skills gained from our ever popular KS2 Bridges, Maths & Design workshop, we developed a version for KS1 where 30 pupils build a 12m long suspension bridge.
in-school workshop
Future Earth: Unpacking the Science of climate
Our Climate Change and Global Warming workshop is an informative and engaging experience designed to raise awareness among students about the effects of climate change on our planet.
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Maya Workshop
The best Maya workshop available! Maya pottery, Maya dance, Maya maths and a Maya artefact investigation are just some of the incredible sessions we offer!
in-school workshop
Stone-Age Workshop
by Historic Workshops. Ever wondered where modern humans came from? 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!
in-school workshop
Tudor Workshop
by Historic Workshops. Ever wanted a man in shining armour to sweep you off your feet? Well, we can't do that... but we can get a man in shining armour to come to your school and deliver an outstanding Tudor Workshop!
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Roman Villa Workshops
Using fine & gross motor skills with basic materials and simple instructions, pupil’s work individually in groups and altogether to build a huge model of a Roman Villa, that they will tell everyone at home about and remember forever
in-school workshop
Outer Space Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings Outer Space to life with incredible Space 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 Facilitator
in-school workshop
Minecraft Missions: Curriculum Quests for the Classroom
Step into the world of Minecraft Education and embark on a series of interactive, curriculum-linked quests designed to bring learning to life! In this workshop, students become digital adventurers, solving challenges and building solutions that align
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Tudor Globe Theatre
Focused practical tasks taking history as a starting point and using, DT, maths literacy, science and drama to differing degrees pupils create large scale reconstructions of famous architectural landmarks that bring curriculum subjects to life.
in-school workshop
Tudor Workshop & Wow Day
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!
in-school workshop
Custom VR Adventures: Tailored Virtual Reality Experiences
Teachers will have the unique opportunity to dictate the themes and videos, tailoring the VR experiences to their students' interests and curriculum needs.
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