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School Trip to The West Midlands

Get ready for a glimpse into the diverse experiences awaiting you on a school trip to the West Midlands! This region, nestled in the heart of the UK, is brimming with history, natural beauty, and educational adventures.

The itinerary we’ve put together gives you a taste of what’s out there. From the echoes of the Industrial Revolution to the stunning landscapes and exciting wildlife encounters, it’s just a glimpse of what’s possible. But here’s the exciting part – it’s just the beginning! We’re here to tailor your trip, whether it’s a quick visit or a longer expedition, to fit exactly what you want to learn and experience.

So, join us on this journey through the West Midlands – where history comes alive, nature invites exploration, and learning knows no bounds. This example itinerary is just a starting point, offering ideas for an engaging and educational school trip to this vibrant and diverse region.

More to See

• West Midland Safari Park
• Twycross Zoo
• Trentham Monkey Forest
• The Royal Shakespeare Company
• The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
• Silverstone Museum
• Severn Valley Railway
• National Memorial Arboretum
• Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World
• Forestry England – Central England
• Cadbury World
• Black Country Living Museum

Other Trips in This Region

The first days activity depends on which direction you’re coming from so here’s some attractions that you could stop off at on your way to the West Midlands.

Heights of Abraham : Self-guided tours through the caverns, educational exhibitions, and informative sessions on geology, history, and natural sciences. Suitable for Key Stages 1-5. Educational sessions available for Key Stages 3-5 focusing on specific topics like rock formations, cave formations, and environmental conservation.

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Severn Valley Railway : Guided tours showcasing historic trains, workshops on the history of locomotives, interactive demonstrations of steam engines. Suitable for Key Stages 2-4.

Silverstone Museum : Interactive exhibits, guided tours providing insights into motorsports history, workshops on engineering principles, and physics behind racing cars. Suitable for Key Stages 3-5.

Hoo Farm : an interactive animal farm that brings wildlife education to life. Suitable for various age groups, this alternative morning activity allows students to engage with a variety of animals, participate in educational sessions, and learn about conservation efforts, providing a unique and hands-on experience.

West Midlands Safari and Park : Guided tours, educational talks, and workshops on wildlife, habitats, and conservation suitable for all ages. Age-specific activities focusing on wildlife preservation, biology, and environmental studies.

Cadbury World : Guided tours, hands-on experiences showcasing chocolate-making techniques, history of the brand, and interactive demonstrations suitable for all key stages. Workshops tailored for different age groups covering topics like food technology and business studies.

Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum : Interactive displays, self-led exploration of scientific principles, live demonstrations, and workshops focusing on physics, biology, chemistry, and technology. Workshops specifically designed for Key Stages 2-5.

The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery : Guided tours and educational sessions exploring art, history, and cultural exhibits. Workshops and activities tailored for Key Stages 1-5, offering insights into various art forms, historical artifacts, and cultural significance.

Black Country Living Museum : Guided tours, interactive experiences showcasing life during different historical periods, workshops demonstrating traditional crafts, and industrial practices suitable for all key stages. Age-specific educational sessions on the impact of the industrial revolution.

National Civil War Centre : Guided tours, workshops exploring the English Civil War, interactive exhibits illustrating the social and political aspects suitable for Key Stages 3-5.

Alternative attractions:

Trentham Monkey Forest : Guided tours, educational talks on primates and conservation suitable for all key stages. Workshops focusing on biology, environmental science, and animal behaviour.

National Memorial Arboretum : Guided tours, workshops, and educational talks offering insights into Remembrance, history of conflicts, and contributions from different organizations. Activities tailored for Key Stages 1-5 emphasizing citizenship and history.

Go Ape : What better way to finish your school trip to the West Midlands than a visit to Go Ape. There’s 3 Go Ape locations in the area for you to choose from – Cannock, Wyre and Coventry. Treetop adventures, zip lines, high ropes courses providing physical education, teamwork, and confidence-building activities suitable for Key Stages 3-5.

Ironbridge Gorge Museum : Guided tours, workshops demonstrating innovations of the Industrial Revolution, interactive displays focusing on technological advancements, suitable for all key stages.

Forestry England : They have several locations around the West Midlands and they all offer fantastic learning opportunities for your students. Plan sensory exploration or wildlife and habitat spotting with younger children. Older children can see how ecosystems work, undertake field studies or explore the science behind the tree lifecycle. Ideal for either a half day or a full day of exploration.

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Inspiring visits for students in Birmingham

With a local offering of culture, sport, history and art, there is plenty of opportunity to expand education beyond the classroom in Birmingham’s schools. Visit Birmingham hand pick some of the best and most popular attractions and venues to visit.

Birmingham has become one of the UK’s leading visitor destinations with an eclectic mix of things to do. From food and shopping to culture and sport – Birmingham is a diverse city boasting a rich heritage and history. The city oozes style, culture and charm, attracting over 38 million visitors in 2015.

There are a fantastic range of vibrant attractions to suit all ages, so much so that the city was named third in a list of 30 best destinations in the world to go with kids by Rough Guides. With a compelling arts scene and a wide variety of venues, there is so much to explore.

Whether it is for primary, secondary, or higher education, the city can provide an unforgettable learning experience for its visitors. Here are 17 venues in Birmingham that are perfect for school trips:

National SEA LIFE Centre National SEA LIFE Centre, The Waters Edge, 3 Brindleyplace, Birmingham, B1 2HL

Accredited by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, Birmingham’s National SEA LIFE Centre is a popular attraction for school visits with more than 2,000 creatures to see including sea turtles, sharks and penguins. With a wide range of talks and demonstrations throughout the day and interesting facts about marine habitats, the SEA LIFE Centre is a fantastic place to visit. www.visitsealife.com/birmingham

Cadbury World Linden Road, Bournville B30 1JR

Discover the magic of chocolate and the history of the cocoa bean at Cadbury’s World. With more than 2,000 groups attending each year, it has become a hotspot for school visits. Learn about the vast history of Cadbury’s products and packaging and take a tour to see chocolate making at its best. With a 4D chocolate adventure cinema experience, there is sure to be something for everyone from KS3 to KS5. www.cadburyworld.co.uk/schools-and-groups

Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG

Thinktank has an incredible variety of exhibitions and galleries for those interested in science and engineering. Explore the Spitfire Museum, the Marine World gallery and all things astronomy at the Planetarium. Thinktank’s Natural Science collection is the largest in the West Midlands and has over 250,000 specimens. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk

The Library of Birmingham Centenary Square, Broad St, Birmingham, West Midlands B1 2ND

Why not take a tour of one of the most iconic buildings in Birmingham? The Library is one of Birmingham’s biggest tourist hotspots. See the memorial room dedicated to Shakespeare on the top floor with a vast collection of the famous playwright’s work. The Library has a number of events and talks, a photography wall, and collections that pay homage to Birmingham’s heritage. libraryofbirmingham.com

Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR

With four glasshouses and 15 acres of grounds, the Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses offer school trips like no other. Awarded the Growing Schools garden award by the Department of Education, the Gardens have tailored made activities for different topics and age groups. For teachers who want to lead their own activities, the Botanical Gardens offer a range of resources. www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter 75-80 Vyse St, Birmingham B18 6HA

A visit to Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter is a must. The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter tells the story of the Quarter and the city’s renowned jewellery heritage. Set in the Smith & Pepper jewellery manufacturing firm, this fantastic time capsule offers live demonstrations at the jewellers’ bench, giving visitors a chance to see what it was like to work there. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/jewellery

Birmingham Hippodrome Hurst St, Southside, Birmingham B5 4TB

The Birmingham Hippodrome is one of the most popular theatres in the UK, regularly attracting over 500,000 visitors at performances every year. From the Birmingham Royal Ballet to West End shows, the Hippodrome can accommodate groups of all sizes. Whether it’s dance or drama, the theatre is a great venue for students who have an interest in the creative arts. www.birminghamhippodrome.com

Birmingham Back to Backs 50-54 Inge St, Birmingham B5 4TE

Take a fascinating guided tour of the last surviving courtyard built back to back, a key part of Birmingham’s history. From the 1840s to the 1970s discover the lives of the residents who came to work in these small houses. With workshops and a 1930s sweet shop, it is a great place for students to learn about the city’s history. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birmingham-back-to-backs

Electric Cinema 47-49 Station St, Birmingham B5 4DY

Birmingham is home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, which is now complete with luxury sofas and a waiter service. With regular showings of the latest movies from foreign, classic, independent and contemporary – this is a perfect school trip for students interested in film and media. www.theelectric.co.uk

Black Country Living Museum 2 Tipton Rd, Dudley, West Midlands DY1 4SQ

The Black Country Living Museum caters to all ages from primary school to secondary. Whether it is geography, science, history, design or literacy, the museum has a range of learning tools to assist with your visit. Celebrating the 1830s industrial landscape, take a tour of the Museum’s village to hear the stories of people in their workshops. See vintage transport, play games and explore over 26 acres that celebrate a key part of history in the West Midlands. www.bclm.co.uk

Aston Villa and Birmingham City Football Stadium Tours Aston Villa Football Club, Villa Park, Birmingham, B6 6HE

Birmingham City Football Club, St. Andrew’s Stadium, Birmingham, B9 4RL

Birmingham is home to two famous football clubs, with Aston Villa one of only a handful of English teams to lift the European Cup. Why not visit the stadia where historic footballing memories took place? From the press room and the players’ tunnel to the dressing rooms and hallowed turf itself, these tours are perfect for students who love sport. www.avfc.co.uk/page/StadiumTours www.bcfc.com/tickets/Stadium_Tours.aspx

St George’s Park – The Ultimate Football Experience St. George’s Park, Newborough Road, Needwood, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9PD, UK

Ever wondered where the England football team trains? Not far from Birmingham isSt George’s Park. The Ultimate Football Experience is a brilliant way to help and encourage students to take part in sport, offering a trained FA coach, 3G pitch and fun football activity sessions on the grounds where England’s best players – including Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Harry Kane – perfect their art. www.thefa.com/st-georges-park

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery is one of the most visited attractions in Birmingham, right in the centre of the city. It is home to the world’s biggest collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings, while exhibitions and over 40 galleries also ensure it is a popular destination for educational visits. See artefacts and objects throughout history from Ancient Egypt to the Romans and Ancient Greece. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/bmag

Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells St, Birmingham B1 2HS

Celebrating modern art from across the globe, Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery is housed in a Victorian school building in Brindleyplace, beside the city’s canals. Whether it is painting, sculptures, mixed media or photography, there is something for everyone. Learn about the meaning behind these visual masterpieces through seminars, tours and workshops that enable visitors to share and discuss their views. Pupils can engage through creative learning, and teachers will have access to a number of resources so that students can make the most out of their visit. ikon-gallery.org

The Wonderful World of Planes and Trains 3 Mary Ann Street, St Paul’s Square, B3 1BG

An interactive and fun way to learn about the history of trains from the 1890s to today. With a number of engaging activities such as plane flight simulators, Scalextric, and train travel workshops – it’s the perfect day out for a school trip. wonderfulworldtrainsplanes.co.uk

Birmingham Repertory Theatre Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EP

The REP – as it is commonly known – has a Learning and Participation team that visit schools to give a greater understanding of theatrical technique. Drama is a fantastic way to develop communication skills and improve confidence, and the REP has workshops that will help students develop these skills through theatrical exercises. The theatre also has a number of exciting productions throughout the year that you don’t want to miss. www.birmingham-rep.co.uk

Birmingham Conservation Park Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park, Pershore Road, Edgbaston, B5 7RL

The Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park is home to a number of animals from squirrel monkeys to the Green Tree Python. The park is focused on helping endangered species with a captive breeding programme. With educational talks and campaigns, it is a great way to learn about the animals, their habitat and to encourage students to volunteer. www.birmingham.gov.uk/naturecentre

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School Trip West Midlands

School trips to the West Midlands have many things, to offer and for your educational group to experience did you know that the West Midlands is a Metropolitan County and City Region and consists of fantastic boroughs such as Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley and Solihull to name a few which offer a rich and diverse population and a bubbling mix of cultures from all over the world.  I grew up in the West Midlands and have very fond memories as a boy especially of my favourite Park (Sutton Park) which is a site of special scientific interest and because of its size (2,400 acres) is one of the largest urban parks in Europe. Its surrounded by wondeful Counties with varied lanscapes and countrysie full of wildlife making it a meca for environmental studies and residential activity centres in Staffordshire, Warwickshire Herefordshire and worcestershire.

In between these everchanging urban centres are rural towns and villages offering a rich history, charming countryside and abundant historical heritage for the perfect school trip that provides fantastic rural experiences. The various metropolitan counties have provided a historical foot hold for the birth of many famous people such as Sir Frank Whittle 1907-96 (Co-inventor of the jet engine), William Pole 1814-1900 (Engineer), Ozzy Osbourne 1948 (Singer), George Fox founder of the Quakers, Henry Tonks 1862-1937 (Artist) and William Shakespeare there are many places of interest, historical buildings and venues that tell the history of science, music, biology, art, engineering, Industrial Revolution, manufacturing and more!. We have exciting museums, factory tours, aquariums, activity centres, castles, safari parks, science centres to name a few, you will be spoilt for choice please see below the fantastic array you can visit with your school or educational group on a fantastic fun filled inspirational school trip experience in the West Midlands:

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Creature Feature

A hands-on session where children can meet some of our smaller, friendly animals.

30 mins, max 35 people.

Discovery Sessions

A 45-minute, curriculum-linked session designed to enhance your school topic/theme.

Max 35 people.

Phobias Workshop

Face your fears and learn the psychology behind animal phobias! (KS4-HE)

Safari Ranger

An experienced ranger will join you on your coach as a guide whilst you explore the 4-mile Safari-Drive through.

For one ranger per single layer vehicle.

Walking Safari

A 45-minute, curriculum-linked, guided, interactive tour.

max 20 people

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West Midlands School Trip Ideas

Regional school trips.

An urban rural mix

The large geographical region of the West Midlands has a varied geographical landscape, and a rich history that can be found throughout the numerous counties, and a great many towns and cities the comprise the region. So what types of West Midlands school trips are available?

The region was the birth place of artists, painters and inventors and of course the Industrial Revolution . There are some fabulous museums dedicated to teaching school children about various aspects of industrial growth. The Ironbridge Gorge museums are a must, whether you are able to take a day trip or a multi-day residential. And you may combine the experience with a visit to nearby Roman Wroxeter with its exceptional Roman ruins.

Study wildlife or biology at places like the RSPB, Field Studies Council, or the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Study citizenship at Shrewsbury historic prison, English at Stratford, or Art and Design at 'the MAD museum'. A West Midlands school trip can take in Science Centres, Design & Technology, English or Maths, the school visit venues listed below are sure to provide some real inspiration.

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Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

We offer various options for self-led visits and also facilitated workshops, led by our expert Learning Team. We cover a variety of themes, linking to the national curriculum, that bring our museum to life. We approach all facili

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Cadbury World

With over 30 years' experience and more than 2,000 school groups attending each year, Cadbury World offers a unique experience that gives fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the nation's favourite chocolate brand.

Sandbox VR - Birmingham

Sandbox VR is the world’s most advanced virtual reality venue on the planet. Located in the heart of Birmingham, it features 6 virtual reality arenas where you can transport yourselves into the most immersive gaming experiance.

The MAD Museum

The Mechanical Art & Design Museum, or 'MAD Museum' for short, exhibits over 90 interactive pieces of kinetic art & automata made by inventors from all around the world. This is the UK’s only centre for mechanical art & combines learning with fun

Shrewsbury Prison - Education Behind Bars

Shrewsbury Prison offers students' the opportunity to escape the classroom through our first-of-it's-kind Education Behind Bars Programme, covering a range of subjects, designed by educationalists, in-line with the national curriculum.

Culmington Manor

Culmington Manor is Manor Adventure's flagship outdoor pursuits centre, based in the heart of the South Shropshire countryside. Experience and enjoy more than 35 adventurous activities on our 100 acre estate. Click to find out why we are so popular

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Ackers Adventure Residential centre

Ackers Adventure is an Adventurous Activity Centre just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. A 75 acre site offering many activities such as canoeing, climbing, skiing & residential stays, making Ackers a totally unique venue for a school trip.

Sedimentary Rocks and Fossils

Venture underground in the heart of Dudley and travel back in time to see the world as you've never seen it before. Explore rocks and fossils from millions of years ago and learn the important part they have played in the Black Country's history.

Ingestre Hall Residential Arts Centre

Ingestre Arts deliver unique, transferable learning experiences through creative & expressive arts such as music, drama, visual art, dance & animation. The UKs only dedicated residential arts centre, a residential with us is unlike any other!

Team Building Outdoor Adventures

Team Building Days in the great outdoors. After so many months out of school children & young people need time to adjust socially to working together again. At Oaker Wood we offer a range of team building activities in a woodland setting.

British History at Ironbridge & Wroxeter in the heart of Shropshire-Curricul

Oaker Wood Leisure

Woodland Outdoor Activity centre with 2 Glamping Villages which can be booked by schools for exclusive use. Sleeps up to 60 in each village. Wooden Glamping Pods sleeping up to 8. Catered or self catered. High Ropes, Low Ropes, Team Building, Rafting

Countryside Explorers

Join us for a day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand our natural environment! The day can be simply tailored to suit your objectives; PSHE, science, and lots of fun.

Life on a Working Boat

Venture underground in the heart of Dudley to explore why the canals were built and why the the Black Country was so important to the Industrial Revolution. Get your students thinking and asking questions as they explore history like never before!

Quest: Problem Solving and Teamwork

The group will be set a quest for the day, and to be successful they'll need to work together, solve problems, find items and complete challenges. Great fun, and can be tailored to cover map skills, building things, examine evidence & analyse info.

Black Country: Canals and Industry

KS1 - Interactive Railway Workshops & Outdoor Learning

Statfold Educational Trips blend fun with learning! Take part in a 45 minute staff led session, explore the site, tour the museum and ride a steam train or tram!

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Ackers Adventure Day Trips

With 40 Years of experience, Ackers Adventure is unlike any other centre within our urban environment we have an unrivalled range of activities from skiing, watersports, climbing and much more.

Frank Chapman Outdoor Education Centre

Forest-based adventurous and environmental courses set in 90 acres of oak woodland in the beautiful Wyre Forest. Accommodation options are a main centre and glamping pods. Sole occupancy and bespoke courses available

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Ackers Adventure Birmingham

We have over 40 years of experience in teaching people to ski, so you can trust us to provide high-quality instruction. Our centre is conveniently located in Birmingham, making it easily accessible for those who live or work in the area. We offer a

The Bear Grylls Adventure

Plan the most adventurous day out ever! At The Bear Grylls Adventure, students can experience both physical and mental challenges that push them out of their comfort zone to try something new in a fun and safe environment.

EYFS - Interactive Storytelling Sessions

Our education programme is tailored to meet the national curriculum, whilst our interactive sessions and exciting activities on site will ensure that our young visitors will have fun during their visit!

Stone Age Explorers

Join us for a day in the outdoors and use experiential learning to explore and understand life in the Stone Age! Work together to build shelters, learn how to make fires, and create authentic Stone Age art to take back to school.

A Countryside Christmas

Winter is a special time at Edgmond Hall. "A Countryside Christmas" is an exciting, active day designed to provide a magical & enjoyable Christmas experience for children and staff.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Birmingham

With 2 million LEGO bricks under one roof, the sky's the limit at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham. Pupils will learn and develop many skills, including language, science, design, technology, engineering, computing and maths.

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

A visit to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World is the perfect opportunity for children to learn outside the classroom. With nearly 100 different species of animals and one of the UKs biggest Dinosaur parks. Theres something for everyone!

KS2 - The Power Of Steam & People From The Past

Edgmond Hall Centre for Outdoor Learning

Set in a converted Georgian farm in 43 acres of woodland, fields and gardens, our friendly full-time team deliver a wide range of outdoor & creative adventures for a special learning experience. Day visits, residentials, and sole occupancy available.

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Beaudesert Activity Centre

Beaudesert Activity Centre located in Staffordshire, offers amazing residential trips for Schools. We've got nice accommodation blocks, we've got great activities, our food is all home cooked, but what really makes us worth a visit is our staff.

YHA Ironbridge Coalport

In the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, in a small town famous for being the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, we offer two hostels that are ideal for your next West Midlands school trip residential.

Stokesay Castle

Explore the incredible fortified manor house with a great hall that's remained unchanged for 700 years and discover the fascinating story of the Shropshire wool merchant who became one of the richest men in England.

Preston Montford Field Centre

Adventurous Activity Days

Woodlands Adventure & Outdoor Learning offer residential, camping & day visits, with a choice of adventurous outdoor activities delivered by qualified instructors. Our activities are set in 32 acres of natural woodland, located in the West Midlands.

Peak - Chasewater Activity Centre

Chasewater Activity Centre is located near Cannock. We offer various watersports from canoeing to raft-building, and land based activities for school groups, including residentials.

Bishops Wood Field Centre

Stratford upon Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is the perfect location for an engaging trip for all ages. The birthplace of Shakespeare it offers so much more; quaint Tudor streets, a historic market town centre and the local wildlife of the beautiful River Avon and Canals.

Educational Visits at RAF Museum, Midlands

RAF Museum Midlands offer a wide variety of workshops: from history, transport through to STEM! Our sessions are delivered amongst our exhibits or in bespoke spaces. We also offer FREE educational events for all age ranges!

Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

Kenilworth Castle has been a major medieval military stronghold, a royal palace, and an inspiration to writers and artists. It's the perfect destination to bring learning outside of the classroom and cover a range of curriculum subjects.

Peak - Audley Climbing Centre

Audley Climbing Centre is a great indoor centre, packed with routes and challenges for climbers of all ages and abilities. We are proud to have the most top rope routes in all of North Staffordshire. We can cater for school groups.

Goodrich Castle

Standing in open countryside above the River Wye, Goodrich Castle is one of the finest and best preserved of all English medieval castles, boasting a fascinating history and spectacular views from the battlements.

Action Packed Residential Trips

Woodlands Adventure and Outdoor Learning provide an outdoor education experience to groups of young people. We offer residential, camping and day visits, packaged with a fantastic range of outdoor adventurous activities suitable for everyone

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Why is white chocolate white but milk chocolate brown? Which plant makes both furniture and clothes? Which birds roam free around the grounds? Discover these answers and much more as you explore our spectacular glasshouses and beautiful gardens!

Iron Bridge

The world's first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in Shropshire in 1779. This pioneering structure marked a turning point in English design and engineering; after it was built, cast iron came to be widely used in construction.

SEA LIFE Birmingham

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.

Stratford Overnight English & History Trip with Equity

To be or not to be, that is the question? Stratford-upon-Avon is most certainly the place to be! Lovers of Shakespeare will enjoy an educational trip to this ultimate literary destination where they can wander through the pages of his stories.

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Support every step of the way

We'll be with you every step of the way, from your very first enquiry until the moment you return home, including 24-hour support while you’re on your school trip.

Find out about the support we offer

Financially secure school trips

We're ABTA bonded and all our air tours are ATOL protected , so you can be sure that your school trip is financially secure.

Find out more about our accreditations

Rewarding loyalty scheme

You'll earn loyalty points from your very first school trip with Halsbury. These can be used towards a discount on your school trip or a free gift for your school.

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Cities in UK

Trips to london, trips to cornwall, trips to edinburgh, trips to york, trips to liverpool, trips to manchester, trips to belfast, trips to bristol, trips to glasgow, trips to kent, trips to lake district, trips to north york moors national park, trips to nottingham, trips to peak district, trips to stratford-upon-avon, trips to yorkshire dales.

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The Halsbury Difference

Originally founded by teachers in 1986 and with several former teachers in our team, we understand the pressures on you as Group Leader and work hard to relieve them.

Trips tailored to your curriculum and learning objectives

We’ll design your trip around your specific learning objectives and curriculum, to ensure it meets your particular requirements.

Work together with other teachers in your school to save thousands of pounds on future school trips with our multi-trip loyalty scheme!