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Museums, science centers, farms, theaters and more. With hundreds of school trip ideas, we help school travel organisers discover new workshops, local UK school trips, and overseas study tours.

Our immersive learning adventures are fun, meet your school curriculum and learning objectives and offer real educational value. With so many ideas, you are sure to find the perfect school trip or workshop to captivate your students' imaginations. Book your school trip in just a few clicks!

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School Year Calendar

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Discover workshops and trips to complement awareness days, themed weeks, and celebration months, throughout your school year


National Festival of Fieldwork June 2026
Nature Discovery Week 29 June - 3 July 2026
International Literacy Day 8 September 2026
International Astronomy Day 19th September 2026
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Captivating Creatures

19th September 2026

Are you looking for an engaging and educational experience? Look no further than Captivating Creatures Ltd! Our animal handling workshops offer a hands-on learning experience for pupils, where they can interact with a variety of fascinating creatures

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Duke of Edinburgh at English Study Camps

19th September 2026

The full-week Duke of Edinburgh's Award Gold Residential at English Study Camps combines challenge, discovery and fun in a supportive international camp environment on the beautiful Lord Wandsworth College campus in Hampshire.

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also Study Breaks

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Explore, Challenge and Grow

19th September 2026

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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Experience STEM in Zero-Gravity: VR Space Workshop

19th September 2026

Students use VR to explore the International Space Station in zero-gravity. They learn about rocket launches and discover how curriculum topics from Physics and DT are used in the growing space industry. Experience fully-interactive virtual reality.

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also VR Careers Workshop

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Delia Derbyshire Day

19th September 2026

Did you know the Doctor Who theme was produced by a woman? Do you want help delivering composition in the music curriculum? Fun workshops (ages 7+) making creative electronic music inspired by Delia Derbyshire's production of the original Doctor Who.

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Skern Adventure Abbotsham: Residential Trips

19th September 2026

Skern Adventure Abbotsham is a leading outdoor learning centre in North Devon, offering residential school trips and adventure programmes in a safe, supportive environment.

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Offers of the month

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Build Belonging This Autumn: Sole Occupancy @ Edgmond Hall for 3 days at just £131pp

2 nights and 3 days for just £131pp this Autumn, including all food, accommodation, and bedding. Start your new school year with...

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October & November £75 + VAT per person, 1 Night Residential Offer

One Night Residential at Oaker Wood Leisure in Herefordshire For October and November 2026 ONLY £75 per person plus VAT. Fully catered...

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Activity Day Specials - From £20 per student

With over 30 different activities to choose from we have plenty of capacity for schools to bring their students here for fun...

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*25% off school residential trips with an arrival date during the next three months.

Our late availability offer is available for our full range of courses for visits with an arrival date during the next three...

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£5,000 discount on all trips to China!

For a limited time, we are offering a £5,000 discount on all trips to China! Contact us now to start planning your...

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30% off Any residential 7th-11th September 2026

An Incredible 30% discount on any 4 or 5 day residential 7th-11th September 2026! Due to last minute availability we're able to...

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National Festival of Fieldwork

June 2026
Each June, The Geographical Association asks schools to take part in fieldwork designed to promote geography and the benefits of fieldwork.

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Nature Discovery Week

29 June - 3 July 2026
Join outdoor surveys with the National Education Nature Park to observe and record local wildlife. You will be helping to nature recovery, supporting research, and making a meaningful environmental impact for your school.

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International Literacy Day

8 September 2026
This UNESCO initiative takes place to highlight the importance of literacy, in a world where one in five adults are illeterate.

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International Astronomy Day

19th September 2026
Participate in International Astronomy Day with a space themed workshop to explore the wonders of the galaxy. Blast off on your own space expedition in VR or through story telling.

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Recent School Trip News

Read the latest news and reviews, ideas & inspiration for your next school trip..

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Making School Trips More Sustainable: Tips to Minimise Your Environmental Impact

To promote sustainability in school trips, choosing local or eco-certified outdoor destinations can significantly reduce environmental impact. Get ideas for involving students in planning and reflecting on green practices to help build...

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Citizenship Curriculum in Primary Schools to Promote Digital, Financial, and Environmental Issues

Upcoming national curriculum changes will make citizenship education compulsory in primary schools from September 2028, focusing on media literacy, financial skills, and understanding democracy, to prepare students as active and responsible citizens....

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Addressing the "comfort crisis": Why students need the challenge of the unfamiliar

As educators, we’ve all seen the shift. While today’s students are often more academically driven and digitally connected than any previous generation, many are navigating what experts call a "comfort crisis."