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How to choose school trips in Wales that highlight its culture and natural beauty for learning?

Wales school trips include mountains, myths, and coastal paths for Welsh language, geography, and mythology studies. Offer enriching, bilingual options that promote cultural appreciation and outdoor skills.

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.

Whatever your ideas for your Wales school trip, we are sure you will find plenty of interest, and please make use of the short form if you would like any help planning your adventure!

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Book Exciting Welsh Outdoor Trips for School Groups: Adventure, Teamwork & Skills in Stunning Landscapes




Canoeing at Abernant Lake
Abernant Lake
map pin Llanwrtyd Wells LD5 4RR

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.
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school camp site with tents and a central marquee
In School Wilderness Camp
map pin DL12 9RF

Turn your grounds into a Wilderness Camp to give your students an incredible experience! Combine our luxury canvas bell tents, enthusiastic & experienced staff, Great food and a range of activities to give you the ultimate school camping experience.
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child in the forest on a bushcraft activity
Bushcraft with the Field Studies Council
map pin London E151HW

Experience amazing outdoor locations at Field Studies Council's network of UK Centres. Our courses are all focused on students being immersed in the natural world. They also make use of the beautiful surroundings including using bushcraft skills.
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aerial view of towers active learning centre
The Towers Active Learning Centre
map pin Betws-y-Coed LL24 0DR

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.
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High ropes activity at Sealyham Activity Centre
Sealyham Activity Centre
map pin Haverfordwest SA62 5NF

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.
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Image for a residential school trip at Dale Fort Field Centre Outdoor Activity centre in Pembrokeshire KS2 KS3 KS4 Field Studies School Trips
Dale Fort Field Centre
map pin Haverfordwest SA62 3RD

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.
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child in woodland wearing protective hat
Rock UK Summit Centre
map pin Trelewis South Wales CF46 6RD

Rock UK Summit Centre - is an adventurous outdoor activity centre offering en-suite, full board accommodation and a vast array of onsite and offsite activities to maximise learning opportunities for all.
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Gorge walking at Plas Gwynant OEC
Plas Gwynant Outdoor Education Centre
map pin Snowdonia LL55 4NR

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.
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Rock climbing at Conway Centres Anglesey
Conway Centres Anglesey
map pin Anglesey LL61 6DJ

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.
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gorge walking school group
CMC Adventure
map pin Llanbedr LL45 2HP

Mountains, rivers, crags and the stunning surroundings of Snowdonia National Park; CMC Adventure will bring your children to the wilderness and give them memories they'll never forget.
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field studies council photographs
International Baccalaureate Diploma
map pin All UK Regions

Residential fieldwork created specifically for International Baccalaureate Diploma students in geography, biology and ESS. Field Studies Council has a network of UK Centres to choose from, many with easy transport links for UK and major airports.
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Image for a science school trip to Xplore Science Discovery Centre KS2 KS3
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
map pin Wrexham LL13 8AE

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is the home of STEM in North Wales offering inspiring school trips and mind-blowing outreach activities.
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Image for a residential school trip at Margam Discovery Centre Outdoor Activity centre in Wales KS2 KS3 KS4 Field Studies School Trips
Margam Discovery Centre
map pin Port Talbot SA13 2UA

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.
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Image for a residential school trip at Rhyd-y-creuau Field Centre Outdoor Activity centre in Conwy KS2 KS3
Rhyd-y-creuau Field Centre
map pin Betws-y-Coed LL24 0HB

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.
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Image for a residential school trip at Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Activity centre in Powys KS2 KS3
Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre
map pin Brecon LD3 8EN

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!
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school children in green canadian canoes
Explore, Challenge and Grow
map pin Caernarfon LL54 6BW

Trigonos is set within 18 acres of Meadow/Wood Land on the shore of Llyn Nantlle, near Caernarfon in Gwynedd. We are set in a scenic valley where we are able to offer a quiet environment - ideal for studying and experiencing Nature at its finest.
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three children learning to use a compass during duke of edinburgh training
Bike, Hike & Paddle Ltd
map pin Crosby CA15 6SH

Bike 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.
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four school teams outdoors on a playing field
Fun Group Activities
map pin Bracknell RG12 8UX

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.
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five children on a giant stand up paddleboard
Arc Adventures
map pin Tirabad LD4 4DS

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.
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gorge walking school group
CMC Adventure
map pin Llanbedr LL45 2HP

Mountains, rivers, crags and the stunning surroundings of Snowdonia National Park; CMC Adventure will bring your children to the wilderness and give them memories they'll never forget.
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