History

Living the life of a soldier: Brighton Hill Community School’s battlefields trip

Living the life of a soldier: Brighton Hill Community School’s battlefields trip No strangers to touring, Brighton Hill were keen to have two History Tour Guides on board for their invaluable,...

So much more than just a History Guide…

I’m sure when most people think of a tour guide, they picture someone at the helm of a group of people, microphone and flag in tow, reciting ‘on your left…’ and ‘on your right…’. But...
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Top 5 lesser-known Battlefield sites worth visiting

A journey to the Western Front brings home the reality of the First World War, taking you through a landscape of cemeteries and memorials – from those dedicated to tens of thousands of servicemen...
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Over 10 years with the International School of Geneva: an insight into their annual battlefields trip

Over 10 years with the International School of Geneva: an insight into their annual battlefields trip At Rayburn Tours we’re proud of our strong international focus, working together with schools...
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Top 10 free things for students to do in Berlin

Top 10 free things for students to do in Berlin Brimming with history, in Berlin you will uncover a piece of the past with every corner turned. To make sure that you and your students get the most...

Victory in Europe Day – A date for your diaries

Victory in Europe Day – A date for your diaries   What is VE Day? After almost 6 years of fighting, millions of lives lost, families, cities and homes devastated, Victory in Europe was...

Top 10 free things to do for schools in Washington, USA

Washington is literally packed with free things to do, especially for schools. From museums and monuments to outdoor concerts, check out our guide to Washington's top 10 free activities for schools.

Discover the history of Berlin in three key visits

Discover the history of Berlin in three key visits A city once divided is now a fascinating visit for school trips that allows you and your group to learn about Germany’s rise to importance, along...

A History Trip to Remember – WW1 Battlefields, Medicine & Surgery on the Frontline

A History Trip to Remember – WW1 Battlefields, Medicine & Surgery on the Frontline

Don’t miss the Statue of Liberty Cruise when in NYC!

 
View of the Stature of Liberty and New York.

From the Big Apple to the country’s political powerhouse

From the Big Apple to the country’s political powerhouse Incredible… the one word that sums up our trip to the USA! Our exciting journey all began in the famous Big Apple. New York is visually...

Free Battle of Verdun Learning Resource

Free Battle of Verdun Learning Resource To mark the 104th anniversary of the beginning of the First World War, we have chosen to remember the long and visceral Battle of Verdun with a learning...