School trips Wales
Places to visit for school groups
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.
If you are looking for outdoor locations for your school trip, you could try one of the great outdoor adventure or conservation centres listed below, or on our dedicated Activity Centres in Wales page. Or how about taking in some Welsh history and culture in the National Museum. The Welsh industrial landscape will also make for some interesting and educational visit opportunities for your school group.
Arc Adventures
We have partnered with YHA - the youth hostel association to give us our spectacular setting in Llanduesant. One of the most remote activity centres in this part of the country most of our venues we do our activities at we are the only groups that use. We are a designated Dark Sky viewing point, National Park Ambassadors and situated with in Forest Fwar Geo-park. The scenery driving to us is breathtaking and worth that extra few miles, and the venues for our activities are specifically chosen to be awe inspiring to complement our Myth Based adventures. ...
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Wales
Physical Education, Watersports, Accommodation Only, SEN
Residential outdoor activities in the stunning surroundings of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. AALS licensed centre, catering for up to 100 students + teachers. ...
Wales
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design Technology
The Big Bang is the largest celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts and maths for young people in the UK. This FREE School trip is open to schools, teachers and their pupils across the UK. Packed full of workshops, shows & career advice...
Wales
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Twentieth Century, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
Visit Techniquest Glyndwr for over 65 hands on exhibits across five zones with activities tailored to your needs. Accessible to all and brought to you by our informed, intelligent and experienced hosts to both feed and blow young minds. ...
Wales
Design Technology, Art, Wildlife, SEN
The BEST School Trip in North Wales... ...
Wales
Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
If you are looking for a school residential, an activity day, a short break or a full on wilderness adventure then this is the place to find it all. We have over 25 years experience running school residential and day trips. ...
Wales
English, Geography, Environmental Geography, History, Egyptians, Vikings, Medieval
A school trip to the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is sure to engage, excite and inspire your students. Set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland with more than 55 interactive shows and attractions, the resort brings learning to life outside the classroom. ...
Wales
Science, Chemistry, Biology, History, Industrial, Victorian, Twentieth Century, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography
Where History and fun combine! See our Award Winning Llechwedd Deep Mine, we have 250 chambers, 14 miles of tunnels underground hand blasted from slate miners in the 1800s or visit the higher parts of our 300 year old Quarry in Ex Army trucks! ...
Wales
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry
Techniquest provides a unique experience — supporting teachers and inspiring pupils from Foundation Phase to Post-16 in STEM — at our Centre in Cardiff Bay and through a dynamic Outreach programme, which brings the Techniquest experience to schoo...
Wales
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, SEN
We offer High Quality Outdoor Education in a residential setting in The Snowdonia National Park. Our activities are adventurous, and challenging and support the curriculum you deliver in school. Experience it for Real at Oaklands, bespoke adventure...
Wales
Take a 10 day tour of the UK visiting many fantastic cities along the way including Edinburgh, Manchester, Oxford and London. ...
Wales
Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Sports Centre, Watersports
Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Plas Menai is the National Outdoor Centre for Wales. Passionate about the outdoors we offer unforgettable experiences and activities to empower young people, developing confidence and communication skills. ...
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Geology, Wildlife, Bushcraft
FSC Orielton is set in fantastic wooded grounds, close to rocky shores and sand dunes within the National Park. It is a great location for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages. ...
Wales
History, Medieval, Sports Centre, Watersports, Accommodation Only
Newgale Lodge is situated in a secluded rural 2-acre setting, just 2-miles from Newgale beach and the spectacular Pembrokeshire coastline. We offer fully catered stays and exclusive use to schools of more than 30 and can accommodate up to 60 people. ...
Wales
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft, SEN
Experience exceptional school adventure trips in the heart of Snowdonia National Park. If you're looking for an affordable, action-packed school activity trip, look no further! We can create a bespoke programme designed for the ultimate fun. ...
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Wildlife, Bushcraft
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. ...
Wales
Citizenship, History, Geography, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN, Prehistory, Medieval
Manorbier in Pembrokeshire is set on beautiful cliff tops overlooking the Irish Sea. It is a really fantastic location reached by a private road from the nearby village. This is a perfect location for your school activity trip to Pembrokeshire...
Wales
Citizenship, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Archaeology, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Physical Education, PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Small family-run company crafting unique outdoor adventures because we understand that no two groups are the same. Work with us to build your experience exactly to the needs of your pupils. ...
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
FSC 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....
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory, Celts, Romans, Physical Education, Art, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN
We offer outstanding outdoor experiences taught through challenge, creativity & curiosity. Experience the creative curriculum through high quality activities, enjoy sole use of our inspiring setting, beautiful accommodation & experienced staff team....
Wales
Physical Education, Watersports, SEN
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. ...
Wales
Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, SEN
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. ...
Wales
Citizenship, Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports, SEN
Set in a prime location, Anglesey Outdoors is the ideal venue for real outdoor adventure, field studies or simply a place to set up base. Bespoke residentials provided by dedicated professional staff. ...
Wales
Science, Geography, Physical Education, Chemistry, Biology, Human Geography
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. ...
Wales
English, Science, Physics, Biology, Design Technology, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
Our Discovery packages have been designed to enable teachers to plan a thrilling residential that meets their own needs and budget. This flexible option focuses on your defined key outcomes, so if you want to look at communication we will provide… ...
Govilon Activity Centre
Wales
Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Geology, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
Real, adventurous activities in natural outdoor settings, with nothing contrived or artificial. Independence, pushing personal boundaries, trust and communication are underpinned by a plethora of activity options in the stunning Brecon Beacons. ...
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Wales
Geography, Physical Education, Wildlife, Bushcraft
Ynys Hywel Activity & Nature Centre is a hidden gem, tucked away in the beautiful Sirhowy Valley Country Park and provides an amazing learning experience outside the classroom. Pupils and staff love the peaceful and calming surrounds & fun activities...
Wales
Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Physical, SEN
Real Locations, Real Activities, Real Experience - forged from myths and legends. We do things a bit differently at Arc Adventures, all our residential trips follow a storyline so your young people can really immerse themselves in an adventure. ...
Wales
Geography, Physical Education, SEN, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies
At Bryntysilio Outdoor Education Centre we offer a wide range of adventurous activities on our residential courses including Canoeing, Climbing, Abseiling, Gorge Walking, Scrambling and Weaselling, Mountain Biking to Hill Walking and Raft Building. A...
Wales
Citizenship, Geography, Bushcraft, Physical Education
A breath-taking adventure park nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Wales. With an on-site watersports lake, and woodland adventure activities Colomendy is the perfect environment for young people to explore the great outdoors. ...
Wales
Geography, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Fieldstudies
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. ...
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Geology, Physical Education, Farm, Wildlife, Bushcraft, Watersports
Set in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, we run high quality, bespoke educational programs for KS2 and above. We give young people the opportunity to discover, explore, and learn about the natural environment through adventurous activities ...
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Wales
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Bushcraft, Watersports, Accommodation Only
Open Door Adventure is an Outdoor Pursuit Centre set in a stunning North Wales location. 25 acres of forest, our own river, caves & mine in our grounds. 20 on-site activities & all you need for action-packed adventure & just 35 miles from Snowdon! ...
Wales
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE
Scout Adventures helps young people learn the character skills they need to succeed - leadership, teamwork, resilience and initiative. With our expertise in informal, outdoor learning we have encouraged and inspired generations. ...
Wales
Geography, Religious Education, Physical Education, Bushcraft, Watersports
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! ...
Wales
History, Medieval, Industrial, Victorian, Accommodation Only
YHA Cardiff Central has a 5-star rating and everything you need to explore the vibrant Welsh capital. This former hotel is packed with mod cons and has excellent facilities for school trips and groups. ...
Wales
Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Fieldstudies, Wildlife, Bushcraft
FSC Rhyd-y-creuau 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. ...
Wales
Geography, Fieldstudies, Science, Biology, Physical Education, Art, Watersports, SEN, Accommodation Only
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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Wales
Citizenship, Geography, Physical Education, SEN
Jam-packed with challenging and engaging activities our Multi-Activity packages are designed to engage students through a mixture of practical PE based activities, whilst making the most of the great outdoors and our enviable localities. ...
Wales
Science, Biology, Geography, Human Geography, Environmental Geography, Physical Education
Our TYF Mission is to encourage pupils to live long and adventurous lives whilst appreciating nature and the environment. The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park provides us with the perfect setting - stunning beaches, sea cliffs and abundant wildlife....
Wales
Citizenship, History, Geography, Physical Education, Wildlife, Watersports, SEN, Human Geography, Fieldstudies
Conwy on the North Wales coast is set in the historic medieval walled town. The castle its self overlooks the important crossing for the Conwy river. It is a really fantastic location just on the edge of town, but within easy walking distance of town...
Wales
History, Geography, Physical Education, PSHE, Farm, Wildlife, SEN, Accommodation Only, Romans, Medieval, Fieldstudies
Experience the magic of Longtown... the perfect base for experiencing exciting adventures throughout the Brecon Beacons led by our team of enthusiastic, experienced and fully-qualified instructors. Day Trips from £15 per child to 5 day residentials...
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Workshops
Companies who can bring workshops into your school...
Wales
English, History, Languages, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, SEN
Wales
Science, Physical Education, Bushcraft, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Chemistry, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, SEN, Saxons, Vikings
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Physical Education
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Science, Biology, PSHE, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Physical Education, PSHE, Physics, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, Dance, Music, Physical Education
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Art, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Biology
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
History, Greeks, Egyptians, Medieval, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, History, Design Technology, SEN, Victorian
Wales & Various Regions
Geography, Physical Geography, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing
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Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Romans VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, SEN, Romans
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Wales & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Maths, PSHE, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Design Technology
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Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Maths, History, Saxons, Design Technology, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
History, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
English, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, Tudors, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, Climate, Fieldstudies
Wales & Various Regions
English, Greeks, Physical Education, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Computing, Physics, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Geography, Environmental Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Biology, Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Maths, Physics, Prehistory, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, Design Technology, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Languages, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Archaeology, Science, Biology, History, Prehistory
Wales & Various Regions
History, Twentieth Century, worldwar
Wales & Various Regions
History, Romans, Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, Ancient Civilisations, Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, Performing Arts, SEN
Viking School Days
Wales & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
★★★★★
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Computing, Performing Arts, PSHE
Rainforests VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, History, Vikings, Design Technology, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Biology
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
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India VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
English, Geography, SEN, Ancient Civilisations
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Wales & Various Regions
History, Tudors, Monarchs, Performing Arts, SEN
Volcanoes VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Geography, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, History, Ancient Civilisations, Dance, Music, Art
Wales & Various Regions
Science, History, SEN, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, Industrial, Victorian, worldwar, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Physical Education, PSHE, Sports Centre, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Science, History, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Religious Education, Languages, Art, PSHE
Stone Age Workshops
Wales & Various Regions
History, Bushcraft, Prehistory, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
History, Victorian, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
Geography, Physical Geography, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
English, Geography, SEN, Human Geography
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Physical Education, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
English, Medieval, Tudors
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Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, History, Ancient Civilisations, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
History, Prehistory, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, Geography, Vikings, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Human Geography, Physical, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, History, Ancient Civilisations, Dance, Music, Art
Wales & Various Regions
English, Maths, Science, Chemistry, Biology, History, Computing, PSHE, SEN
Portals To The Past
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Prehistory, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, worldwar, Geography, Human Geography, Bushcraft
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Virtual Reality Day
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, History, Geography, Computing
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Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Computing, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, PSHE, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
History, Saxons, Vikings, SEN
The Americas VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
English, Geography, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
History, Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
History, Egyptians, Geography, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Design Technology, Computing
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Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, Prehistory, Human Geography, Food, SEN, Design Technology, Ancient Civilisations
Wales & Various Regions
Performing Arts, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Victorian, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Physics
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, Music, Art, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Performing Arts, Art, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Chemistry
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Performing Arts, Dance, Music, Art, PSHE
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Biology, Languages, Art, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Chemistry, Geography
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, History, Design Technology, SEN, Prehistory, Ancient Civilisations
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, SEN, Ancient Civilisations
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Wales & Various Regions
English, Geography, Environmental Geography, History, Performing Arts, PSHE, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, Science, Physics, Religious Education
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Geography, SEN, Egyptians
Wales & Various Regions
History, Performing Arts, Victorian, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN
Dan Tastic History
Wales & Various Regions
Human Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian, Religious Education, SEN
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Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, SEN, Biology
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, English, Maths, Geography, Environmental Geography, Archaeology, Geology, Science, Design Technology, Wildlife
Wales & Various Regions
History, worldwar, SEN, Twentieth Century
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Prehistory, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
PSHE, Wildlife, Bushcraft, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Citizenship, History, Performing Arts
Wales & Various Regions
History, Prehistory, Greeks, Romans, Saxons, Medieval, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Wildlife, Biology, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Physics, Design Technology, Computing, SEN
Wales & Various Regions
English, History, Prehistory, Ancient Civilisations, Geography, SEN
Underwater VR Workshop
Wales & Various Regions
English, Science, Geography, SEN, Biology
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Wales & Various Regions
Music, Art, SEN
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Wales
History, Romans
Gelligaer Roman Fort is set in the beautiful countryside right in the heart of Caerphilly County Borough. The Gelligaer Roman Fort was an important staging post for the Roman forces and is full of rich heritage ...
Wales
Science, Geography, Physics, Biology, Human Geography Geography Geography, Fieldstudies
The Estate is an ideal location for studying topics such as biodiversity, conservation, woodland ecology and management issues, as well as the conflicts and benefits of the construction of dams. ...
Wales
Science, History, Twentieth Century
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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Wales
Geography, Science, History, Victorian, Twentieth Century, Religious Education, Art
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. ...
Wales
Science, History
Explore the story of Wales's past, present and future contributions to industry and innovation, via cutting-edge, interactive technology married with traditional displays. ...
Cardiff Castle
Wales
History, Religious Education, Medieval, Tudors, Victorian
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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Wales
History, Geography, Saxons, Human Geography
We provide an insight in to the every day environment you would typically find in an Anglo-Saxon village. Through our unique atmosphere and our fascinating dispays, the village is a must for any pupils studying ...
Wales
Science, History, Geography, Chemistry, Physical Geography
The National Showcave Centre, Wales, is a group of ten attractions, centred on the magnificent show caves Dan-yr-Ogof, Bone Cave and Cathedral Cave. Stalagmites, stalactites, and a many more natural features. ...
Science Into Schools
Wales & Various Regions
Maths, Science, Physics, Chemistry
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