South West England School Trip Ideas
Regional educational visits
Learning outside the classroom in the South West of England
A school visit to the South West of England is likely to involve experiencing a rich mix of landscapes and a soaking up a wealth of historical sites. Every UK region is unique: the counties of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and Bristol that make up the South West are no exception!
Planning a history South West school trip or cultural visit? How about Bristol's historic maritime heritage sites and world famous suspension bridge, Tintagel or Pendennis Castles or the perhistoric landscape at Cheddar Gorge.
The Jurassic Coast near Purbeck includes Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Lyme Regis and Chesil Beach draws school groups from far afield, a perfect location for geological processes and physical geography. If Fieldstudies is your subject, The Feild Studies Council operate centres in Somerset and Devon, or we can help you get the most out of a trip to the spectacular Eden Project. While for Citizenship students, how about a Crime and Punishment school trip at Shepton Mallet Prison, from Victorian times to the present day.
Planning a residential adventure? the rural South West of England boasts some of England's best activity centres, promoting a mix of outdoor educational pursuits. Visit our dedicated South West Adventure page for more details.
Find plenty more inspiring school visits in the South West. See our pages for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Andrew Simpson Centre Portland
School Trip South West
Subjects: Physical Education, SEN, Sustainability, Team Building, Watersports
We offer sessions in; sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, marine biology and teambuilding, all tailored to suit your group! From day trips, residential, multi-activity or weekly series expand your horizons with ASC Portland this year!
Andrew Simpson Centre Portland
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Portland Outdoor Centre
Dorset, PortlandA stunning coastal playground, comfortable accommodation and great food. All the ingredients for a great trip! The Isle of Portland, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site makes us perfect for adventurous and educational residential trips.
The Ultimate Adventure Centre
Devon, HethelDiscover Devon's top adventure destination, perfect for school trips. Enjoy high ropes, coasteering and team-building activities led by expert instructors. With safe accommodations and tailored programs, it's an unforgettable learning experience.
The Bioasis
Devon, ExeterAdventure and Positive Environmental Impact Await Your School's Next Residential Trip! Unlike other school residential trips, we flip the script by creating positive growth in students' development and education.
Mendip Activity Centre
Somerset, CheddarSchool Activity Trips and Residential School Camps with Mendip Activity Centre, an outdoor activity provider setting the gold standard in adventure. With availability for 30 to 300 students, it's time for adventure!
The Bushcraft Company - Badminton Woods
Gloucestershire, BadmintonNot everything can be taught in a classroom. We believe that some of the most important life skills are best learned outside. Get back to basics with our real outdoor experiences and give your students the chance to grow.
Hangloose Adventure Eden
Cornwall, St AustellHangloose Adventure promises to deliver a memorable school trip whilst incorporating team building and problem-solving exercises to test trust, balance and strength which will help individuals conquer fears and overcome challenges.
Adventure Bristol Residential
BristolUnique and Engaging Outdoor Challenges for Pupils of All Ages! High Ropes | Bubble Football | Axe Throwing | Situation Survival
Andrew Simpson Centre Portland
Dorset, PortlandWe offer sessions in; sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, marine biology and teambuilding, all tailored to suit your group! From day trips, residential, multi-activity or weekly series expand your horizons with ASC Portland this year!
Andrew Simpson Centre Portland - Residential
Dorset,Introduce your students to the watersports world a World-class venue, where better to learn to sail than the home for the London 2012 Olympic Games!
Rock Up Weston super-Mare
Bristol, Weston-super-MareLooking 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
Deanfield Outdoor Centre
Gloucestershire, LydneySet in the beautiful Forest of Dean. High quality Outdoor Learning Courses both residentially (up to 84 students plus 10 staff) or as day visits up to 96 students. Very competitively priced and with excellent customer service.
Dorset Adventure Park
Dorset, Corfe CastleLooking for an unforgettable adventure? Dorset Adventure Park is the perfect destination! Spread across 18 acres of stunning woodland, it features a thrilling Waterpark and an exhilarating Mud Trail, offering fun and challenges for all ages.
Shepton Mallet Prison - Education Behind Bars
Somerset, Shepton MalletShepton Mallet Prison puts 'Education Behind Bars' with the launch of a newly created National Education Programme for Schools, Colleges, and Universities, ensuring educational visits are truly educational and a reach beyond the traditional.
School Day Trips
BristolUnique and Engaging Outdoor Challenges for Pupils of All Ages! High Ropes | Bubble Football | Axe Throwing | Situation Survival
Skern Lodge Residential Visits
Devon, EastleighSkern Lodge is one of the leading providers of outdoor learning and development in the UK. Offering a wide range of adventurous outdoor activities and geography fieldwork opportunities from its Centre on the North Devon coast.
Skern Lodge Day Visits
Devon, BidefordWe can provide visitors with a day experience to remember at Skern Lodge on the sunny North Devon coastline, or in the grounds of your own school. You can choose from either a full days or half a day or whatever fits your budget.
Encompass Training
Devon, OkehamptonNestled in the heart of rural Devon, Encompass Training is located at the historic Grade I Great Potheridge House. We specialize in offering sole occupancy, a diverse range of high-quality outdoor education activities, delivered by experienced staff
Day Trip
Devon, ExmouthWe offer watersports beach days at Orcombe point and activity training at our estuary centre. Our beach is 1/2 the day on the water paddle boarding, kayaking, megasups and 1/2 day on the beach enjoying beach activities on our lovely sandy beach.
Residential Trip
Devon, SwanseaResidential Activity Camps. We offer activity camps including paddle boarding, kayaking, windsurfing and surfing (depending upon conditions). On land we offer high ropes, archery tag, woodcraft, circus skills and team challenges. Home cooked food.
Braeside Residential Adventure Centre
Wiltshire, DevizesDiscover an amazing outdoor adventure centre nestled on the edge of the Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire. Perfect for young adventurers seeking thrilling tailor-made educational programmes designed to challenge - in a warm, friendly homely environment.
Grittleton Manor House
Wiltshire, GrittletonGrittleton 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!
Your Dorset Adventure Awaits!
DorsetWe 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
Land & Wave Adventure School Trips in Dorset
Dorset, PortlandWe provide exciting adventure school trips, DofE and outdoor training courses. We specialise in authentic adventure, using incredible natural landscapes as the backdrop to our activities: Coasteering, Bushcraft, Beach Kayaking, Climbing, Archery etc
Chysauster Ancient Village
Cornwall, PenzanceExplore one of the finest examples of a Romano-British settlement in the country at Chysauster Ancient Village, originally occupied almost 2,000 years ago.
STEM School Trip to Cornwall with Equity
CornwallHome to the country’s longest coastline and boasting one of the sunniest climates in the UK, Cornwall is an ideal pick for your school’s next residential trip, with a plethora of activities to entertain and educate all ages.
Cornwall Art Tour
CornwallTake your students to a world-class artists region, home of the Tate, Barbara Hepworth and incredible landscapes shed in natural light - this is Cornwall.
Watersports Residential Trips
DorsetWith 50 years of experience delivering high quality watersports trips, Rockley offers children a safe space to enjoy being on the water. Activities include raft building, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and much more!
Dorset - The Jurassic Coast
DorsetDiscover 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
Pendennis Castle
Cornwall, FalmouthPendennis Castle in Falmouth is one of the finest Tudor fortresses built by Henry VIII. It has seen action in many conflicts and was one of the last royalist strongholds to fall during the English Civil War.
Fun Group Activities
South 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.
Outdoor & Adventure School Residential Trips
DorsetOur Buddens Activity Centre trips benefit from 96 acres of adventure playground and over 32 activities to choose from. Our activities include both land and water based experiences for your pupils to engage with.
Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage
Dorset, SwanageTailored adventure residentials on the Dorset coast at our residential centre in Swanage, can include activities such as Coasteering, Climbing, Mackerel Fishing, Field Studies, and Bushcraft, delivered by our highly qualified instructors.
Calvert Devon
Devon, ExeterCalvert Devon is an accessible activity centre in North Devon for students with learning, physical, behavioural, sensory or multiple complex disabilities. We accommodate all classroom types with a specialism in SEN and disabled students.
Cornwall Tour
CornwallCornwall is a safe, accessible and inspiring location for school groups of all ages! Bursting with curriculum-based visits and activities, ranging from science and geography to art and design, what will your students discover?
Nettlecombe Court Field Centre
Somerset, TauntonField Studies Council Nettlecombe Court has excellent access to the Somerset coast as well as Exmoor National Park and The Quantocks Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visit for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.
Old Sarum
Wiltshire, SalisburyBook a free school trip to Old Sarum, and explore this mighty Iron Age hill fort, a unique location where Iron Age people, the Romans, Saxons and Normans have all left their mark on an impressive landscape.
Stonehenge
Wiltshire, SalisburyThe most outstanding prehistoric monument in the British Isles, Stonehenge is an internationally renowned World Heritage Site and one of the richest archaeological landscapes in Europe.
St Mawes Castle
Cornwall, TruroOne of the best preserved of Henry VIII's coastal fortresses, St Mawes was part of a chain of forts built in response to the threat of invasion. With all of this history represented at the site, there are plenty of learning opportunities to explore.
Slapton Ley Field Centre
Devon, KingsbridgeSlapton Ley Field Centre is located within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to field sites in Dartmoor National Park and urban centres in Plymouth and Torbay. Visit for residential geography and biology trips at all ages
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
South 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.
Cumulus Outdoors Curriculum Day Trips
Dorset, SwanageWe run exciting and fun filled Adventure Activity Days on the Jurassic Coast for schools and youth groups. These outdoor activities are designed to improve self esteem, confidence and support learning outside the classroom.
Tintagel Castle
Cornwall, TintagelImmerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle, set high on Cornwall's rugged north coast between Padstow and Bude.
Farleigh Hungerford Castle
Somerset, BathBook a free school trip to Farleigh Hungerford Castle, and explore the ruins, the chapel and the burial vault to learn about the history of the site and the people who lived there. Enhance your learning with a hands-on workshop led by site experts.
Cleeve Abbey
Somerset, WatchetThe 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.
Cumulus Outdoors Tented Village - Corfe Castle
Dorset, CorfeOur exciting range of land and water based outdoor adventure activities take place at some of Dorset’s most iconic coastal locations and offer the unique opportunity to explore the stunning Jurassic Coastline whilst trying something new.
Eden Project & Cornwall for Primary and Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Cornwall, St AustellCornwall enhances educational curriculums with visits to Tintagel Castle, exploring King Arthur's legend, engaging in Seal Sanctuary activities, and participating in workshops at the remarkable Eden Project.
Discover the Jurassic Coast for Primary and Middle Schools - Curriculum Travel
DorsetThe Jurassic Coast spans between East Devon and Purbeck with amazing places to visit including Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Weymouth, Portland, Lyme Regis, Chesil Beach, Charmouth and Sidmouth.
in-school workshop
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