School Trips to Nottinghamshire

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Where can you take a school trip in Nottinghamshire?

Nottinghamshire, in the heart of England, perhaps best known for the folk tales of Robin Hood, is home to over a million people. Major towns include Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark-on-Trent and Worksop.

The geography and landscape is dominated by Sherwood Forest, and the county's major river, The Trent. For school trips, Nottinghamshire has a rich history for study, with everyone from prehistoric peoples of the stone age, the Romans and Vikings, onwards, recognising the county's strategic importance and leaving traces of the time they spent here. During the Industrial Revolution, the coal seams and iron ore boosted the local economy.

Nottinghamshire is a wonderful place for school visits, with lots of outdoor residential centres, and plenty of curriculum focused day visits to help with your class topics.

So what is available for school groups near you? The options below list school visit ideas in Nottinghamshire, or within a short distance of the county.

Want to know where to take your school group in Nottinghamshire? Here are some fun educational trips from venues such as School Trips at White Post Farm, YHA Sherwood Forest, Day Visits to Walesby Forest, Walesby Forest, and more.

Able to travel to other counties in East Midlands, have a look at our trip pages for: Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, for more school trip ideas.

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School Trips at White Post Farm

location icon School Trip East Midlands
apple icon Subjects: Christmas, Farm, Science, Biology, Sustainability, SEN


At White Post Farm, we offer a range of educational opportunities for school children. Whether that is a Guided tour of the farm, or a self-led farm visit with an education workshop, we can tailor our experiences to suit you. Animals and education!

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School Trips at White Post Farm
School Trips at White Post Farm
map pin NG228HL
Nottinghamshire

Our guided tours allow children to experience and explore a farm environment firsthand, with time for learning about the animals they may encounter, plus time for any questions. Our two EYFS...
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Day Visits to Walesby Forest
Day Visits to Walesby Forest
map pin Newark NG22 9NG
Nottinghamshire

We help to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding that pupils need to play a full part in society as active and responsible citizens. Many of our activities require students to cooperate,...
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Residential Trips Nottinghamshire

Planning an overnight trip for your school or looking for a tailored educational residential programme? Your students can benefit from an activity week in Nottinghamshire or its neighbouring counties. Discover exciting school residential learning experiences that promote teamwork, and outdoor education.

Walesby Forest
Walesby Forest
map pin Mansfield NG22 9EP
Nottinghamshire

We help to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding that pupils need to play a full part in society as active and responsible citizens. Many of our activities require students to cooperate,...
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YHA Sherwood Forest
YHA Sherwood Forest
map pin Edwinstowe, NG21 9RN
Nottinghamshire

YHA Sherwood Forest is located on the edge of Robin Hood territory, surrounded by woodland, walking and cycling routes, and close to Clumber Park.
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Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre
map pin Nuneaton CV13 0AD
Leicestershire

We have developed a fun and engaging learning programme covering various aspects of Roman life, including the life of a Roman soldier and finding out why some Celts hated the Romans from none other...
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Willersley Castle
Willersley Castle
map pin Matlock DE4 5BW
Derbyshire

Enjoy a range of challenging outdoor pursuits within the 65 acre estate, Willersley Castle - once the home of Industrial Revolution's Richard Arkwright.
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St Michaels Environmental Education Centre
St Michaels Environmental Education Centre
map pin Thoresby NG22 9AG
Derbyshire

Choose from a selection of Adventure walks, and discover local history and geography: Stanage Edge Padley Chapel Bole Hill Quarry Eyam Castleton Hope Or enjoy a shorter local walk, a favourite is a visit to Thorpe Farm to try the local ice cream!
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Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre
Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre
map pin Ingestre ST18 9QZ
Staffordshire

Our delivery combines a learning outcome with a theme that acts as a stimulus. With a theme of your choice, the participants will explore a topic and create something original based on (for example) British Values, or a set of school values.
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1620s House and Garden
1620s House and Garden
map pin Coalville LE67 2FW
Leicestershire

We help schools learn about English through talking to our volunteers about the history of the house and our beautifully restored period rooms. Our way of storytelling allows for an interactive and...
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Belvoir Castle
Belvoir Castle
map pin Grantham NG32 1PA
Leicestershire

School trips to Belvoir allow pupils to learn about the castle during Regency and Victorian times, including the opportunity to experience a themed lesson in our Regency Schoolroom!
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Rock Up Hull
Rock Up Hull
map pin Hull HU2 8LN
East Riding of Yorkshire

Rock Up isn't just about climbing walls; it's a place where friendships are formed and memories are made. Bond with your classmates as you cheer each other on, conquer challenges together, and...
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The Bushcraft Company - Boughton Woods
The Bushcraft Company - Boughton Woods
map pin Boughton NN6 9DG
Northamptonshire

Students work in smaller groups of around 15 students, aiming to encourage communication and inclusion. The activities are designed so the students work collaboratively to achieve the end goal and...
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Beaudesert Activity Centre
Beaudesert Activity Centre
map pin Rugeley WS15 4JJ
Staffordshire

We can provide a range of levels of Climbing and High Ropes activities, Zip Wire and Via Feratta, Archery, Axe Throwing, sit on kayaks, Coracles, Orienteering and many other fantastic sessions. Our...
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Stone Age School Trip
Stone Age School Trip
map pin Leicester LE4 5PN
Leicestershire

Back in time, learn about Stone Age man, Try lighting a fire if you think you can, Building your own shelter..in LOPC wood, Fire-pit charcoal, draw caveman good. Test your skill with an Archers sight. Go home with knowledge from our StoneAge s
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Roman Invaders
Roman Invaders
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Jump 2000 years into the past with your Key Stage 2 students, and learn how the Romans invaded Britain through hands on activities and outdoor learning. With activities designed to supplement the...
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Viking Explorer
Viking Explorer
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Discover the interesting everyday items that the Viking made out of natural materials. Learn how to make string and rope and how this can be used to aid in the manufacturer of other items. Have a go...
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Mount Cook
Mount Cook
map pin Matlock DE4 4LS
Derbyshire

Located just outside the Peak District National Park, we have fantastic access into the surrounding countryside which includes woodlands, historical trails, quarries, caves and reservoirs. With the...
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Thornbridge Outdoors
Thornbridge Outdoors
map pin Bakewell, DE45 1NY
Derbyshire

A residential visit to Thornbridge Outdoors offers a dynamic extension of the PE curriculum, encouraging pupils to develop physical skills, confidence, and a love for movement surrounded by nature in...
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Peak - Chasewater Activity Centre
Peak - Chasewater Activity Centre
map pin Burntwood WS7 2JX
Staffordshire

Our program is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding that pupils require to become active and responsible citizens in society. Through engaging team-building activities, we...
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Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
map pin Leicester LE4 5PN
Leicestershire

Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre is a Charitable Organisation, providing outdoor adventurous activities for all. Our activities are designed to stimulate, educate and motivate all participants at affordable prices throughout the year.
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Nottinghamshire School Workshops

Is your school located in Nottinghamshire? A huge range of workshop providers can bring the learning experience to you! Allow your students to benefit from specialist knowledge about your class subject or topic..

Kidslingo - French Enrichment Days
Kidslingo - French Enrichment Days
map pin In-school Workshop

UK-wide. Our immersive 'Visit Paris' experience transforms your school hall into a school French trip. Pupils will pass through passport control, board the plane, then visit an ice cream stand, souvenir stall, market, café and write a postcard home.
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AI and Programming STEM Workshops
AI and Programming STEM Workshops
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AI in Schools deliver innovative, exciting hands-on AI and programming workshops led by experts. Tailored for primary and secondary schools, we empower pupils to understand AI and code their own algorithms, preparing them for tech-driven futures.
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Stone Age Workshops
Stone Age Workshops
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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.
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Voulez-Vous
Voulez-Vous
map pin In-school Workshop

A fun, interactive, and fully-immersive French-language theatre show for schools!
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In School Workshops

Discover lots more school workshops in Nottinghamshire who can provide a tailored experience for your pupils.

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Online Workshops

We can offer a wide selection of workshops that can be delivered to your school entirely online.

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