School Trips and Visits in Somerset

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Somerset sits to the south of the Severn Estury and is the gateway to Devon, Cornwall, and the South West Peninsula. County towns include Yeovil and Taunton to the south, Bridgwater in the centre and Weston-super-Mare to the north.

With an extensive coastline to the north, and the Somerset Levels, this county is distinctly rural with a good helping of coastline.

Below you will find some great ideas for school trips in Somerset, with opportunities for students from early key stages to college and university groups. From exploring the county's rich history and heritage to discovering its stunning natural landscapes, history students can visit sites like Glastonbury or Cleeve Abbey and the medieval Wells Cathedral. The Fleet Air Arm Museum in Yeovilton showcases an impressive collection of naval aircraft. While wildlife topics can take advantage of the Somerset Levels and Moors, a vast wetland area. If you fancy an underground adventure, the Wookey Hole Caves makes for a great school visit. Shepton Mallet Prison allows students to learn about the history of crime and punishment and other citizenship topics.

Wherever you choose for your Somerset school trip, combine learning with adventure and fun.

Want to know where to take your school group in Somerset? Here are some fun educational trips from venues such as Nettlecombe Court Field Centre, Shepton Mallet Prison - Education Behind Bars, Mendip Activity Centre, Cleeve Abbey, Farleigh Hungerford Castle, and more.

Able to travel to other counties in South West, have a look at our trip pages for: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, for more school trip ideas.

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Popular Somerset school trip February 2026 !

Cleeve Abbey

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The Cistercian abbey of Cleeve is a haven of peace and tranquillity, said to contain the finest cloister buildings in England. Pupils today can catch a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago.

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Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Abbey
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Welcome to Glastonbury Abbesy, once the grandest and richest Abbey in England. A great Glastonbury experience awaits you here!
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Shepton Mallet Prison - Education Behind Bars
Shepton Mallet Prison - Education Behind Bars
map pin Shepton Mallet BA4 5FQ
Somerset

Curriculum topics available: Crime and punishment, Laws and the justice system, Team building, Alcohol and drugs awareness, Gangs Awareness, Human rights and international law, Criminology. The...
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Cheddar Gorge
Cheddar Gorge
map pin Cheddar BS27 3QF
Somerset

Explore Cheddar Gorge, a National Nature Reserve and world famous beauty spot where pupils can learn about its Ice Age creation, Stone Age occupation and Victorian exploration
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Farleigh Hungerford Castle
Farleigh Hungerford Castle
map pin Bath BA2 7RS
Somerset

Farleigh Hungerford Castle is fantastic inspiration for a creative writing activity back in the classroom.
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Cleeve Abbey
Cleeve Abbey
map pin Watchet TA23 0PS
Somerset

Use a school trip to Cleeve Abbey to expand your pupils' learning of history of art, craft, design and architecture, including periods, styles and major movements from ancient times up to the present day.
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Residential Trips Somerset

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

Mendip Activity Centre
Mendip Activity Centre
map pin Cheddar BS27 3LF
Somerset

Outdoor education allows young people to foster essential team and individual skills that are invaluable for students' personal growth. At Mendip Activity Centre, school residentials are designed...
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Nettlecombe Court Field Centre
Nettlecombe Court Field Centre
map pin Taunton TA4 4HT
Somerset

Students will look at a variety of plants and common animals using age appropriate classification keys to identify living things we find in our woodland and in our pond habitats. Discover what...
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Cardiff Castle
Cardiff Castle
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Glamorgan

Cardiff Castle has over 2000 years of hisory which makes it perfect for a historical school trip covering areas the both the English and Welsh National Curriculum.
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Calvert Devon
Calvert Devon
map pin Exeter EX31 4SJ
Devon

Increasing physical activity increases concentration, improves information retention and releases vital endorphins for improving mental health. Having a fully accessible centre gives young people...
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National Museum Cardiff
National Museum Cardiff
map pin Cardiff CF10 3NP
Glamorgan

You can create your own visit or let us do it for you. We offer you a range of stimulating workshops which explore parts of our collections in more detail. All workshops are linked to the National Curriculum.
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National Coal Museum Wales
National Coal Museum Wales
map pin Pontypool NP4 9XP
Gwent

Big Pit explores all aspects of mining, from strikes to disasters, from women in mining communities to the children forced to work underground in the nineteenth century.
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At-Bristol
At-Bristol
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In our Pirate Code workshops your students will use Coding, Programming, Debugging and Logic to work through our Pirate Robot Games. We also have dancing parrots and pirate outfits to top it off
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Your Dorset Adventure Awaits!
Your Dorset Adventure Awaits!
map pin Ventnor PO38 3LT
Dorset

We arrange 100% bespoke adventure-based residentials to Dorset and the Jurassic Coast. We can include transport, accommodation, activities, risk assessments and much more, saving you time and stress! Leave the work to us so you can focus on teaching!
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Dorset - The Jurassic Coast
Dorset - The Jurassic Coast
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Dorset

Discover the Jurassic Coast: an outdoor classroom brimming with adventure! Uncover millions of years of history, explore stunning cliffs, and engage in hands-on learning. Inspire your students with unforgettable experiences and create lasting memorie
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Grittleton Manor House
Grittleton Manor House
map pin Grittleton SN14 6AP
Wiltshire

Grittleton House Adventure Centre is ideal for school groups wanting secure residential accommodation, set in acres of parkland and playing fields, on the edge of the Cotswold National Park. Access to Bath and Bristol is just half an hour away!
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Discover the Jurassic Coast for Primary and Middle Schools - Curriculum Travel
Discover the Jurassic Coast for Primary and Middle Schools - Curriculum Travel
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Beavers have made a remarkable return to Dorset, enriching the region's biodiversity and offering a unique opportunity for wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike. Dorset boasts a diverse array of...
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Rock UK Summit Centre
Rock UK Summit Centre
map pin Trelewis South Wales CF46 6RD
Glamorgan

Rock UK is a Christian charity so we can teach Christian values through practical hands on activities. For groups that choose, we can incorporate Christian themes into some of the activity sessions...
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YHA St Briavels Castle
YHA St Briavels Castle
map pin St Briavels GL15 6SB
Gloucestershire

Over 800 years old, YHA St Briavels Castle is a Grade I listed ancient monument with a real wow factor, bags of character and a magical charm perfect for a school residential.
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Adventure Bristol Residential
Adventure Bristol Residential
map pin Bristol BS10 7TP
Bristol

We provide a large range of outdoor physical activities, based around climbing and adventurous pursuits.
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Outdoor & Adventure School Residential Trips
Outdoor & Adventure School Residential Trips
map pin Poole BH15 4RW
Dorset

With over 96 acres at our disposal, we incorporate physical education throughout your stay, including evening entertainments such as organised criekt and football and field games.
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Somerset School Workshops

Is your school located in Somerset? 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..

Voulez-Vous
Voulez-Vous
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A fun, interactive, and fully-immersive French-language theatre show for schools!
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Getting Started with Website Design and Development Workshop
Getting Started with Website Design and Development Workshop
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Our Getting Started with Website Design and Development Workshop is a great way to introduce your pupils to HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They will create their own website during this full-day workshop, led by real-world web developers.
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Brazilian Carnival Samba Dance workshops
Brazilian Carnival Samba Dance workshops
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Let's bring the extravagant colorful Rio carnival party to your school. Full of energy, party vibes, and no-stop dancing!!. We encourage all pupils to wear vibrant colors for the Brazil samba dance workshops.
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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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In School Workshops

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