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Places to visit in Wales for school groups

Wales is a deceptively large area with plenty of offer in terms of outdoor learning experiences. With over a thousand kilometers of coastline, and some spectacular mountain ranges, it is hardly surprising the Welsh tourist board play up the invigorating great outdoor when marketing the country.

Whether you are a school in Wales, or planning to lead a school trip to Wales, the school trip venues on this page cater for every curriculum subject at every Key Stage and year group.

Want an outdoor adventure for your school trip? Try one of the many great Welsh outdoor adventure or conservation centres - all of which you can find below, or on our dedicated Activity Centres in Wales page.

Want to study an aspect of Welsh history or culture? You'll find great, child-friendly museums, ancient castles and nationally important houses, all of whom have fantastic educational learning programmes specifically designed for school groups. The Welsh industrial landscape will also make for some interesting and educational visit opportunities, with places like the national mining museum in Cardiff and the slate museum in up in Llamberis.

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Adventure Beyond

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Unleash the power of adventure education that inspires health, well-being, and a love for the environment. Spark student curiosity with exciting trips that challenge minds, build teamwork, and explore the wonders of nature. Make memories for life.

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94 Wales school trips and workshops

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Adventure Beyond

Adventure Beyond
Pembrokeshire

Unleash the power of adventure education that inspires health, well-being, and a love for the environment. Spark student curiosity with exciting trips that challenge minds, build teamwork, and explore the wonders of nature. Make memories for life.

Arc Adventures

Arc Adventures
Powys

Perfect Mountain side activity centre with no fabricated environments - Real activities in real locations. We aim to provide new elements to the residential experience that take Outdoor Ed. to the next level.

Working Roman Fort

Working Roman Fort
Clwyd

Meet the Romans as never seen before! The Roman Fort Experience is a stunning ongoing recreation of an authentic frontier fort that offers pupils and teachers an exciting and interactive 'hands on' taste of life in Roman Britain.

Plas Gwynant Outdoor Education Centre

Plas Gwynant Outdoor Education Centre
Gwynedd

Plas Gwynant is an amazing setting in its own parkland at the foot of Mount Snowdon in North Wales, and offers high qualilty outdoor learning amongst the mountains, rivers and lakes of the Snowdonia National Park. Sole occupancy is available.


Rock UK Summit Centre

Rock UK Summit Centre
Glamorgan

Rock UK Summit Centre - A brand new multi-activity centre in south Wales. Following a £4M redevelopment project Summit Centre now offers incredible school residential trips with bursary places available and over 20 adventure activities on offer!

Adventure Residential Trips

Adventure Residential Trips
Pembrokeshire

TYF offers a wide of range of outdoor activities, courses and workshops for school groups of all ages. The main mission is to inspire students to enjoy adventures connected to nature and the environment on an exciting school trip.

Adventure Day Trips

Adventure Day Trips
Pembrokeshire

Our bespoke day trips offer outdoor adventures together with impact-based learning, problem solving and reflection techniques. Our guides help pupils find meaning and inspiration whilst building ‘backpack skills’ for a lifetime of making a differ

Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre, Brecon Beacons, Wales

Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre, Brecon Beacons, Wales
Powys

Taking full advantage of our location, we deliver a range of real, challenging activities, such as mountain walking, canoeing expeditions and gorge scrambling. These day long activities really promote self-learning. Great for field studies too!


Conway Centres Anglesey

Conway Centres Anglesey
Anglesey

With direct access to the Menai Strait the venue offers both challenging Outdoor Activities & Creative/Performing Arts opportunities. Set in 169 acres there are an extensive range of on-site activities that last 3hrs so are as productive as possible.

Abernant Lake

Abernant Lake
Powys

Abernant Lake is an outdoor pursuits activity centre on the edge of the Breacon Beacons National Park. Our self contained 55 acre site gives schools the opportunity to experience a range of activities in a safe and caring environment.

The Towers Active Learning Centre

The Towers Active Learning Centre
Carmarthenshire

The Towers Active Learning Centre is located in the heart of one of the most stunning mountain areas of the UK. Offering a range of offsite outdoor activities both in the beautiful mountains and the stunning coast line.

Fun Group Activities

Fun Group Activities
Wales

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.


Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
Clwyd

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is the home of STEM in North Wales offering inspiring school trips and mind-blowing outreach activities.

Sealyham Activity Centre

Sealyham Activity Centre
Pembrokeshire

Sealyham Active Learning Centre is our dedicated coastal centre – but offers a whole range of outdoor activities both off, on and in the water. Situated conveniently for visits to numerous beaches and other coastal areas.

Rhyd-y-creuau Field Centre

Rhyd-y-creuau Field Centre
Clwyd

Rhyd-y-creuau field centre is set in the beautiful, rugged landscape of the Snowdonia National Park, making it an inspiring and fun location for your school geography, biology or primary school trip.

Dale Fort FIeld Centre

Dale Fort FIeld Centre
Pembrokeshire

Dale Fort is set in a spectacular location high on the cliffs within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, giving superb views over the sea. It has access to a wide range of sites for biology, geography and adventure activities at all ages.


Margam Discovery Centre

Margam Discovery Centre
Glamorgan

Visit this centre set in the Margam Country Park, surrounded by beautiful parkland to explore. With easy access to a wide variety of field sites it is an excellent base for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.

Symphony of Support

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Symphony of Support

Discover the power of sound therapy for your special needs students. Sound therapy is an innovative approach which aims to foster inclusion, as well as enhancing learning and emotional wellbeing for special needs students.

Stone Age Workshop

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Stone Age Workshop

Ever wondered where modern humans came from? Curious of 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.

Viking Workshop

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Viking Workshop

Learn all about the ruthless raiders of Lindisfarne, savage seafaring settlers and green fingered farmers with a brutal session on Vikings... Raagh! Beards, axes, pillaging... and growing vegetables.


World War II and World War I

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World War II and World War I

We bring World War II and World War I to life with modern 360° projection technology at 4K resolution (the same quality as fixed planetariums). Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning

Dinosaurs and Evolution

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Dinosaurs and Evolution

We showcase the reality of Dinosaurs and authenticity of the process of Evolution, using engaging presenters and modern 360° projection technology. Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning.

Dynamic Earth

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Dynamic Earth

Students will gain a global understanding of Earth's climate, discovering it's the result of complex interactions between our planet's atmosphere, oceans and biosphere.

Bring the Universe to your school

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Bring the Universe to your school

We bring the thrill of Space and the wonder of the night sky to schools, using engaging presenters and modern 360° projection technology. Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning.


Visit 8 Wonders of the World

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Visit 8 Wonders of the World

With engaging presenters and modern 360° projection technology, we bring the excitement and buzz of international travel to schools. Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning.

VR Time Travel: Journey through the World Wars

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VR Time Travel: Journey through the World Wars

Travelling back in time to World War I or II in VR gives students a different perspective on the horrors of war and allows them to empathise with the topic more than ever before.

World War 2

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World War 2

Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and passing on this passion. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops. Just click to see the full list of workshops offer

Mayan Civilisations

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Mayan Civilisations

An exciting drama day, exploring the Mayan Civilisations. Children will learn about Mayan inventions, Mayan games, the Mayan currency and how they bought and sold, the Mayan diet and how this was dictated by farm land and conditions.


The Romans!

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The Romans!

At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!

The Ancient Greeks

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The Ancient Greeks

Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and passing on this passion. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops. Just click to see the full list of workshops offer

The STEAM Workshop

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The STEAM Workshop

The TA STEAM Learning Festival brings a range of activities to inspire your students, including aspects of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths. The activities are catered to the needs and abilities of the students.

The Romans in Britannia

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The Romans in Britannia

Humph’s Histories is led by Steve Humpherson who has a passion for history and enjoys sharing it. Steve combines fun and learning through his exciting and engaging activity based workshops. Please see below the full list of workshops offered


Stone to Iron Ages!

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Stone to Iron Ages!

At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!

The Vikings

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The Vikings

An fun and participatory day of drama exploring Viking history. Children will learn about the history of the Vikings, exploring their traditions and way of life and considering how this relates to their lives today.

Viking Workshop

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Viking Workshop

An exploration of all things Viking! We bring interactive history right to your school via a full range of resources including a mini-museum, replica weapons and games; all hosted by our experienced actors who bring history to life in the classroom.

Anatomy Explorer: VR Journey Through the Human Body

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Anatomy Explorer: VR Journey Through the Human Body

Dive into the fascinating world of human anatomy with this immersive VR workshop. Students will embark on a virtual journey through the human body, exploring its intricate systems and structures in stunning detail.


Ancient Sumer

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Ancient Sumer

A fun and creative workshop exploring The Ancient Sumer through drama!

Virtual Reality - Volcanoes

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Virtual Reality - Volcanoes

An in-depth exploration of Volcanoes through a variety of media. Children can get up close and personal to the magnitude and power of a volcano.

Minecraft Education Workshop

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Minecraft Education Workshop

Immerse your students in the virtual world of Minecraft: Education in these educational focus workshops. You can also explore curriculum links within Biology, Geography, Computer Science, Art, History, Physics, and plenty more.

Future Engineers: Robotics coding with LEGO Spike Prime

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Future Engineers: Robotics coding with LEGO Spike Prime

Dive into the world of robotics with LEGO Spike Prime! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn coding and robotics fundamentals by programming their LEGO Spike Prime robots.


ToysInSchool

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ToysInSchool

An exclusive, fully hands-on toy making experience for your children where they get to make their own wooden toy from examples in Ancient Egypt through to 1940’s Lego (before the plastic). Includes a presentation looking at history and forces.

Anti-Bullying Show - Online

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Anti-Bullying Show - Online

Are you looking for an exciting and engaging experience for your students this Anti-Bullying Week? Then you need the ultimate Online Anti-Bullying Show for Schools: Time To Unite!

Seaside Holidays of the Past

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Seaside Holidays of the Past

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of Seaside Holidays with an immersive drama workshop!

Tech for Everyone: Inclusive Computing with SEND

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Tech for Everyone: Inclusive Computing with SEND

This interactive workshop will provide a safe, supportive environment for students to explore and develop computing skills tailored to their needs.


Minecraft Time Machine: Great Fire of London

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Minecraft Time Machine: Great Fire of London

Step into the virtual world of Minecraft and travel back in time to 1666! Join our engaging and immersive workshop, designed especially for school students, as we explore the historic events of the Great Fire of London through the captivating medium.

STEM Workshop

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STEM Workshop

The bespoke STEM workshops will put control of the content within the organisation. A call will be arranged with one of our TA Education experts to discuss what activities would work best for your students.

Safe Online: The Escape Room Experience

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Safe Online: The Escape Room Experience

In this workshop, students collaborate to solve a series of challenges designed to help them escape. By deciphering the clues, they gain insight on how easily criminals can steal information online and learn effective strategies to protect themselves

Coding with robotics

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Coding with robotics

Our Introduction to Coding with Robotics workshop is an exciting hands-on experience to introduce school students to coding and robotics.

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