Historic Workshops

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The UK’s Leading History Workshop Provider – Trusted by Hundreds of Schools Every Year

In the 2023–24 academic year alone, Historic Workshops delivered nearly 700 unforgettable workshops across the country—bringing history to life for tens of thousands of children.

We specialise in immersive, hands-on learning experiences that are as educational as they are exciting. With more 5-star reviews and glowing testimonials than any other provider, it’s no wonder that the majority of schools who book us once, book us again the following year.

Our expert workshop leaders are passionate history specialists who deliver each session with energy, professionalism, and a genuine love for the teaching of history. Whether it’s the Stone Age or World War II, our workshops are designed to engage multiple classes in a single day, maximising both learning and value.

In fact, most new schools hear about us through word-of-mouth--because great experiences get talked about.
Ready to bring the past to life in your school? Book the best. Book Historic Workshops.

Anglo-Saxon Workshop
Anglo-Saxon Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

by Historic Workshops. We have a class set of child-sized, wooden, round shields and wooden spears for the children to learn about Anglo-Saxon and Viking battle formations and tactics. As well as that, the children will get to handle 'real' weapons!
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Victorian Workshop
Victorian Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

by Historic Workshops. Want a Victorian Day that is fun, yet also gives the children an idea what lessons (and teachers) were like in Victorian times? A teacher straight from Victorian Britain is here to show your children Victorian discipline!
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Ancient Egyptian Workshop
Ancient Egyptian Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

Our Ancient Egyptian workshop is hands-down the best Egyptian workshop available! The day begins with a mummification process that the children will never forget! We have more artefacts than any other provider and the children write on real papyri!
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Maya Workshop
Maya Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

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!
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WW2 Workshop
WW2 Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

by Historic Workshops. This is our trademark workshop! Schools have absolutely raved about it since having their first one, and now, many schools re-book every single year. We have a HUGE range of WW2 artefacts that the children can investigate...
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Roman Workshop
Roman Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

by Historic Workshops. Roman Workshop is highly-engaging and hands-on. We have delivered the workshop across the country to dozens of schools with incredible feedback. Our reputation really does speak for itself!
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Stone-Age Workshop
Stone-Age Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

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!
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Tudor Workshop
Tudor Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

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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Viking Workshop
Viking Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

By Historic Workshops. Want your children to experience the battle formations and tactics of the Vikings? Do you want them to handle authentic, replica weapons and equipment? Then look no further! Historic Workshops will deliver!
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WW1 Workshop
WW1 Workshop
map pin East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire, Wales

by Historic Workshops. WW1 Workshop is an incredible workshop that has highly-engaging activities that children have raved about months after! Drill practice, trench warfare and artefact handling are just a few of the amazing sessions on offer!
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