History School Workshop Ideas

Curriculum linked school history workshops are available for a wide range of topics and historical periods. Outreach workshops really come into their own by bringing history into the classroom in an engaging and inspiring way.

How do history workshops for UK schools turn timelines into living stories for pupils?

History in-school workshops use costumes, artefacts, drama, and hands-on activities to dive into eras from Prehistory and Ancient Egyptians to Tudors, Victorians, and World Wars, helping kids connect emotionally with the past while hitting key national curriculum points in an unforgettable way.

Delve into the past and bring historical events and eras to life with interactive sessions designed to extend the knowledge of your class beyond a list of significant historical dates in a textbook. These history school workshops are often run by knowledgeable historians and allow children to role-play as historical figures, handle authentic artifacts, or participate in hands-on activities that bring the curriculum to life.

The cost of a school trip is not insignificant. As schools tighten their belts and parents are more reluctant to sign those all important permission slips, venues are adapting to give you the opportunity to host a workshop visit from them. History school workshops that visit your school benefit schools and children who cannot afford the time or expense of a traditional school trip, by developing ways for you to bring their knowledge and expertise into your classroom.

Lasting anywhere from an hour to a full day, skillful education teams can deliver exciting and engaging history school workshops. A few of our favourites include constructing a round house in the playground, and bringing a real life viking into the classroom! The benefits associated with school workshop visits include not having to arrange and pay for transport, the children not having to bring along a packed lunch, and no need for risk assessments! You could even team up with another nearby school to reduce the cost further.

Alternatively, view this page to see our full range of school workshops covering more curriculum subjects.

Short on time? Get some suggestions

Let us find the best value workshop to visit your school.




Discover interactive history workshops for schools

Popular school workshop September 2026 !

Egyptian School Escape Rooms

location icon All UK Regions
apple iconHistory, Egyptians


Have you experienced the excitement of an Escape Room? We've turned it on its head for schools. Your pupils will have to solve a series of puzzles, locked up in a box, to find the key to stop the timer! Are yours pupils up for the challenge?

first image
second image
main photo



Dan Tastic History
Dan Tastic History
map pin in-school workshop

Pirates are a brilliant way for children to explore history, adventure and life at sea Dan Tastic Education brings that history vividly to life! Through historical artefacts, replica weapons,...
> read

Tudor Globe Theatre
Tudor Workshops
map pin in-school workshop

Maths is used throughout the construction of the structure. Because we use nothing more than dowel and rubber bands in all of our unique workshops the importance of triangulation in making all other two dimensional shapes strong is key in all the structures we build.
> read

Roman School Escape Rooms
Roman School Escape Rooms
map pin in-school workshop

If you are studying the Romans then School Escape Rooms can bring their Escape boxes to your school to add a unique twist to your pupils learning experience. A series of 12 puzzle challenges will help...
> read

Knights and Castles Workshop & Wow Day
Knights and Castles Workshop & Wow Day
map pin in-school workshop

Knights & Castles are a fantastic way for children to explore medieval life, warfare, social hierarchy and the people who lived and worked within these extraordinary buildings Dan Tastic Education...
> read

Stone Age
Stone Age
map pin in-school workshop

During the course of the workshop, our drama facilitator will guide your class through exploration of life in the Stone Age and progression to the Iron Age. Your pupils will examine growth of communities, different jobs and roles in Stone Age society.
> read

Greek Parthenon Building
Greek Workshops
map pin in-school workshop

All of our hands-on workshops contain every aspect of STEM learning, from number and counting to shape and space the real word Maths involved is focused on the importance of triangulation in construction. From a Greek Temple to a modern Skyscraper
> read

Titanic
Titanic
map pin in-school workshop

Let us take you back to the day Titanic changed the world. When people thought they were boarding a record-breaking ship. We will teach your students about the voyage, the food, the entertainment, and the tragedy that befell the beloved Titanic!
> read

The Moon Landing: Neil Armstrong
The Moon Landing: Neil Armstrong
map pin in-school workshop

All our workshops use drama, dance and/or movement to stimulate learning and capture children's imaginations. Our team of performing arts professionals have a range of activities up their sleeve to...
> read

Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale
map pin in-school workshop

Florence Nightingale is one of most famous Victorians. Many dramatic achievements took place in Britain during this time and Florence Nightingale is now considered the founder of modern nursing. Discover her achievements and how her views on hospital sanitation changed the world.
> read

The King's Coronation
The King's Coronation
map pin in-school workshop

The King's Coronation drama day explores the British Monarchy, which gives children a greater understanding of British history and traditions.
> read

Ancient Rome Workshop & Wow Day
Ancient Rome Workshop & Wow Day
map pin in-school workshop

Ancient Rome is a fantastic way for children to explore empire, society and everyday life in the ancient world Dan Tastic Education brings that history vividly to life! Through Roman artefacts,...
> read

Ancient Romans
Ancient Romans
map pin in-school workshop

Let us take you back to the time of the Romans. When invasions and expansion were rife. We will teach your students about the baths, the emperors and how to become great gladiator - Roman style!
> read

Knights & Castles Experience Day
Knights & Castles Experience Day
map pin in-school workshop

In our Knights and Castles experience day, pupils step into the Battle of Hastings and discover how this pivotal battle shaped England's future, changing the course of history forever. When the world...
> read

The Olympics
The Olympics
map pin in-school workshop

Drama days and workshops are a great way for children to make memories and retain topic information for years to come! Drama is a great way to explore History topics, allowing children to learn...
> read

1066 Workshop: The Battle for Englalond
1066 Workshop: The Battle for Englalond
map pin in-school workshop

The morning workshop focuses on making and role play. The pupils will be met by the Lord of the Burh of Hlenc, who will guide then around the settlement. After a short introduction the children will...
> read

1960s Workshop & Wow Day
1960s Workshop & Wow Day
map pin in-school workshop

The 1960s are a brilliant way for children to explore social change, popular culture, technology and some of the defining events of the modern world Dan Tastic Education brings that history vividly...
> read

Queen Elizabeth II- A Celebration 1926-2022
Queen Elizabeth II- A Celebration 1926-2022
map pin online/in-school workshop

By looking at the life of the longest reigning monarch, this workshop will explore what it means to be 'British' and Queen Elizabeth's sense of duty and beliefs have helped shape us in to the society we are today.
> read

Great Fire of London Workshop
Great Fire of London Workshop
map pin in-school workshop

The morning workshop focuses on making and role play. The pupils will be met by Tobias Wheldrake, a gentleman of London who will guide them around the city. After a short introduction the children...
> read

Roman Workshop
Roman Workshop
map pin online/in-school workshop

Led by Queen Boudicca, the children will experience what it was like to be a Roman soldier, recreate both open and closed formations, as well as understand how the Gods, Goddesses and religion played...
> read

Ancient Egyptians Experience Day
Ancient Egyptians Experience Day
map pin in-school workshop

In our immersive Ancient Egyptians experience day children travel back thousands of years to the time of the Pharaohs, gods such as Horus, Osiris, Seth and Isis, and of course the tombs they left...
> read




Simplify school trip planning!

Get school trip ideas by email. Unsubscribe at any time, we won't share your email with anyone else, just send you all the best offers and inspiration for your next class trip!

Join The Staffroom