Discovering the best UK school trip opportunities!

The Beatles Story, Liverpool

Highlighting how four young adults can conquer the world, The Beatles Story, on Albert Dock, is an immersive, inspiring experience, taking students along the musical four-piece’s journey from humble beginnings to global success. The largest exhibition dedicated to The Beatles, this attraction charms visitors from around the world, and explains exactly how each member of the band met, where they grew up and how they succeeded in becoming one of the most influential groups on Earth. Students can wander around replica 60s Liverpool, including The Cavern and Matthew Street, hear The Beatles’ story through audio guides, and view unique memorabilia and photographs. The Beatles’ Story makes an inspiring school trip for performing arts students, showcasing the musical and on-stage abilities of this legendary foursome.

Liverpool also has these other great places to visit:

• The Tate
• Walker Art Gallery
• The Bluecoat
• World Museum
• International Slavery Museum
• Anfield Stadium tour
• Shopping at Liverpool One

Cadbury World, Bourneville

A popular enrichment trip option, Cadbury World, located just outside of Birmingham, has a wealth of exciting activities and countless worlds to explore. A unique 4D cinema experience brings Cadbury’s chocolate to life, with impressive motion effects and real-life characters, while Bull Street, a replica 19^th Century street, allows groups to explore the location of John Cadbury’s first ever shop. Wandering around this iconic factory, of course, involves learning all about this legendary chocolate brand and the process of manufacturing. Students will discover how some of Cadbury’s most loved bars are made, packaged and how they taste – with plenty of confectionery provided throughout the tour! A great reward trip!

Other fantastic things to do in Birmingham include:

• Alton Towers
• Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
• Thinktank science museum
• Warwick Castle
• Shopping at the Bullring

Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester

For a stimulating, interactive science school trip, the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester is a highly recommended experience. Several permanent and temporary exhibitions get pupils excitedly involved in science, building on their knowledge of specific materials and fascinating scientific experiments, while collections about different trades, including Manchester’s booming textiles industry and the Industrial Revolution, highlight parts of the city’s past that have changed the world – a must-visit for history students.

Other must-visit attractions in Manchester include:

• People’s History Museum
• Museum of Football
• Old Trafford Stadium tour
• Shopping at intu Trafford Centre

Eden Project, Cornwall

Nicknamed the 8^th Wonder of the World, the Eden Project is a captivating place to visit for science and geography students, teaching about sustainability and diverse exotic environments. Giant domes house real microclimates, including the Mediterranean and an indoor rainforest. Wandering around these two contrasting landscapes, students can experience their unique scents and temperatures, discover exotic species and explore grown materials used in everyday objects. A truly unique attraction, the Eden Project has become one of the country’s most-visited attractions – and it’s no surprise why!

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle is an outstanding fortress overlooking Scotland’s capital, with a rich history and countless treasures within to explore. Ideal for history students, there’s an eye-opening quantity of activities and places to discover in the castle, from the dazzling Great Hall to the Crown Jewels and St. Margaret’s Chapel. Learning about the castle’s troubled past, exploring military weapons and reading about the countless royals who resided there are just some activities students can participate in. A school trip to Edinburgh Castle showcases the country’s history, building on your student’s knowledge of Great Britain’s past.

Other interesting attractions in Edinburgh include:

• National Museum of Scotland
• Camera Obscura
• Dynamic Earth
• Murrayfield Stadium tour
• Shopping at Ocean Terminal