School Visits Sussex
inspiration and ideas
School trips form an important part of the educational programme offered by any school. Whichever curriculum topic you are studying, we can help you find the perfect educational visit in Sussex.
The historic county of Sussex, land of the South Saxons, is divided into the modern day counties of East and West Sussex. Dominated by the chalk hills of the South Downs National Park, Sussex has a lot to offer school groups. If you are a local school studying history, you will be the envy of schools throughout the UK. From the prehistoric remains of Boxgrove Man, through the Roman invasion in A.D. 43 that established places like Chichester and nearby Fishbourne palace, to the Battle of Hastings and the subsequent Norman Conquest that changed the medieval face of our country.
Museums, castles, sea life centres, or places to spend an outward bound week - get ideas for the best places to visit, with videos, photographs and information about inspection visits and risk assessments. We feature a range of specialist venues who run programmes of activities for school groups, colleges and youth groups including out of the classroom visits, educational workshops and residential stays. To give your class a wonderful learning experience in Sussex, please make use of our short enquiry form, or take a look through a selection of our best venues in the county or the wider south east region, or further afield, using the menu above.

Buzz Active Cuckmere



Buzz Active Cuckmere is one of the best locations in the South East for paddle sports. Enjoy the calm waters of the stunning Cuckmere river meanders, and the open sea at Cuckmere Haven. With breath-taking views of the Seven Sisters Country Park and S
Buzz Active Cuckmere

Buzz Active Eastbourne
Sussex
Sports Centre, Watersports, SEN
Our Eastbourne site is a wonderful location for water sport. Set right on the beach, we enjoy immediate access to the open sea and the prevailing south westerly winds. And we’re right next to Princes Park....

Houghton Farm
Sussex
Farm, Food, Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Biology, Sustainability
Situated within walking distance of Amberley train station and the River Arun, Houghton Farm is ideally suited to provide an insight into food and farming within the beautiful South Downs National Park. Each visit is bespoke and fully risk assessed....

Lymley Wood Day Visit
Sussex
Science, Biology, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN, Forest School
Activity and outdoor education venue in an ancient woodland and meadow. Screen Free adventure playground, low and high ropes, forest school. Specialist in child led learning, resilience building, team work, well being and for those with SEND. ...


1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
Sussex
Performing Arts, Geography, Human Geography, History, Saxons, Medieval, Monarchs, Religious Education
Step back in time to the Norman Conquest and bring the curriculum to life at 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield. Learn about the most famous date in English history while walking in the footsteps of King Harold and William the Conqueror. ...

SEA LIFE
Sussex
Geography, Environmental Geography, Physical Geography, Science, Biology
Dive deep into a world of underwater discovery. Pupils will understand and learn how to conserve the natural wonders of the world! Explore creatures of the Pacific Ocean, the Amazon Rainforest and frozen extremities of Antarctic....

Buzz Active Cuckmere
Sussex
Physical Education, SEN, Team Building, Watersports
Buzz Active Cuckmere is one of the best locations in the South East for paddle sports. Enjoy the calm waters of the stunning Cuckmere river meanders, and the open sea at Cuckmere Haven. With breath-taking views of the Seven Sisters Country Park and S...


Blackland Farm Outdoor Centre
Sussex
Accommodation Only, Bushcraft, Physical Education, Team Building, Watersports
Blackland Farm Outdoor Centre is a 127 acre site set in the Sussex countryside, halfway between London and Brighton. We have over 50 adventurous activities on offer for indoor and outdoor residential and day visits!...

Lymley Wood Residential
Sussex
Bushcraft, Fieldstudies, Geography, Science, Biology, Forest School
Overnight camps for Year 5 upwards. Experience real camping under canvas in a natural off grid environment. Adventure activities in a private, beautiful ancient woodland including zip wire, obstacle course and bouldering wall. Exclusive use of site. ...

Adur Outdoor Activity Centre
Sussex
Bushcraft, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Physical Education, Watersports
The Adur Centre is ideal for your school residential trip. We offer amazing activities including climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking and many more. The trip will be tailored to meet your needs and our residential trips are outstanding value! ...

Buzz Active Bushy Wood
Sussex
Bushcraft, Physical Education, SEN, Sports Centre, Team Building, Watersports, Accommodation Only
Buzz Active provide affordable outdoor education, water sport and activity sessions, days and residential trips to the whole community. Three great locations combine to create an excellent residential. or choose to visit just one of our locations. ...

Hindleap Warren
Sussex
Bushcraft, Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN, Team Building, Watersports, Wildlife
Set in 300 acres of private woodland in the Ashdown Forest, Hindleap offers a wide range outdoor adventurous activities, including; high ropes courses, bushcraft, canoeing & kayaking, rock climbing, obstacle course and team building challenges. ...

South Downs Bunkhouse
Sussex
Farm, Fieldstudies, Food, Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Biology
The South Downs Bunkhouse is situated at Houghton Farm, half way along the South Downs Way, close to the River Arun and within walking distance of Amberley train station making it the perfect base for school groups to explore the local area....

Twin Entrepreneur Programme
Sussex
Business
This specialist programme consists of engaging lessons to improve business skills, creative thinking and problem solving techniques. ...

GCSE Astronomy
Sussex & Various Regions
Science, Physics
A fact-filled planetarium show, virtual or in-person, for anyone studying GCSE Physics, Astronomy or Triple Science....

Cosmic Chemistry
Sussex & Various Regions
Science, Chemistry, Physics
Suitable for Upper KS2 and above, this show delves into natural chemistry and its origins...

Sayers Croft
History, Prehistory, Romans, Saxons, Physical Education, SEN, Wildlife, Forest School
Sayers Croft is nestled at the foot of the Surrey Hills and provides outdoor experiences for 27,000 visitors p.a. of all ages and abilities. We offer bespoke residential and day visits for schools, community groups and DofE Award participants...

Bentley Copse Activity Centre
Bushcraft, Physical Education, Team Building, Wildlife
Bentley Copse offers activity days and residentials set within 30 acres of ancient woodland in the heart of the Surrey Hills....

YHA Holmbury St Mary
Geography, Human Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Science, Biology
YHA Holmbury is set in woodland grounds close to Holmbury Hill which has panoramic views of the North and South Downs. You'll find 4,000 acres of woodland great for walking, mountain biking and horse-riding. ...

Juniper Hall Field Centre
Science, Biology, Geography, Environmental Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Bushcraft, Fieldstudies, Team Building, Wildlife
Located in Surrey, Juniper Hall field centre is easy to reach but surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Box Hill. Visit for fun filled residential outdoor activity, geography and biology trips for all ages. ...

Day Visits
Archaeology, Art, Bushcraft, Citizenship, English, Farm, Food, Geography, Environmental Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, History, Prehistory, Saxons, World War, Physical Education, Science, Biology, Sustainability, Team Building, Wildlife, Forest School
Sustainability in action! Come and visit us for a day or more to learn all about looking after the planet in our beautiful 55 acre woodland site nestled in the stunning South Downs National Park. Packed with hands on activities for all ages. ...

Residentials
Archaeology, Art, Bushcraft, Citizenship, English, Farm, Food, Geography, Environmental Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, History, Prehistory, Saxons, World War, Physical Education, Science, Biology, Sustainability, Team Building, Wildlife, Forest School
The Sustainability Centre offers residential trips, day visits, forest school, farm visits and alternative education within our stunning 55 acre woodland. This provides access to beautiful countryside in the South Downs National Park. ...

Runways End Outdoor Centre, Hampshire
Physical Education, SEN, Watersports, Accommodation Only
Located in a woodland oasis in Farnborough, alongside Basingstoke Canal, our site offers an exciting getaway packed with adventurous activities. Indoor and camping options available for residential groups....

Andrew Simpson Centres Portsmouth
Physical Education, SEN, Sports Centre, Watersports
ASC Portsmouth is a vibrant watersports center located on the stunning shores of Langstone Harbour, dedicated to transforming lives through sailing, water and land-based activities....

Walton Firs Activity Centre
Physical Education, Bushcraft, SEN
Walton Firs Activity Centre provides a range of outdoor education programmes within a beautiful rural setting near to London. Let us deliver our best quality and value service for your school, and a never-to-be-forgotten experience for your students!...

Farm Visit
Dinosaurs, Farm, Food, SEN, Wildlife
For over 40 years Godstone Farm has been welcoming schools by sharing our love for outdoor education and farming. We are passionate about the importance of providing hands on, interactive learning for students to discover, explore and play. ...


Portchester Castle
Citizenship, History, Black History, Medieval, Romans, Tudors
Bring the curriculum to life at Portchester Castle. With 1700 years of history, it covers everything from the Romans, medieval kings right up to the Napoleonic Wars. Follow in their footsteps and explore its exciting and varied history. ...

Rock Up Walton on Thames
Physical Education, PSHE
Looking 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...


Flow Zone
English, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Sustainability
Go behind the scenes at SES Water’s Bough Beech reservoir. Explore the water treatment works, and learn about the water cycle with our education tutors in our state of the art interactive blue zone....


Fun Group Activities
Physical Education, PSHE, SEN, Team Building
Planning 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....

Rock Up Whiteley
Physical Education, PSHE
Looking 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...
Sussex School Workshops
Is your school located in Sussex? 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..

Olympic Games 2024
online workshop available
History, Ancient Civilisations, Greeks, Performing Arts, Drama
Book your school's Summer celebration for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris! Take your pick from a drama-filled journey to this year's host country, France, or discover the History of the Olympics. around the History of the Olympics, or

Rainforests - Above and beyond the Canopy
online workshop available
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts, Wildlife
During this Drama Hut Workshop we meet our enthusiastic scientist, as she explores the Rainforests of South America and how we can protect them! Discover the magnificent canopy of trees that filters the sun, to the dark forest floor, and much more.

Rainforests VR Workshop
online workshop available
English, Geography, Environmental Geography, Science, Biology
Learning about the rainforest? Why don't you drop your class into the middle of the Amazon Rainforest with the UK's no.1 VR workshop company for schools! Bring the outside world into your classroom with PrimeVR!

Hands on Careers
online workshop available
Business, Careers
Immersive Experiences have a proud history of supporting students and professionals along with their careers and goals.
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