WW1 School History Trips
Exploring the realities of war through learning and remembrance
Step back in time to World War I and experience what life was like for soldiers on some of the most brutal battlefields in history. Walk in the footsteps of soldiers from across the world as you explore trench warfare and feel the immense emotions that remain.
From the Belgian coast to the impact back home in London, World War One school history trips will immerse students in the realities of war on a global scale. Combining site visits, moments of remembrance, and reflection, these experiences deepen understanding and encourage empathy while bringing classroom learning to life in a powerful and thought-provoking way.
- English literature
- Culture
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- 97% of tours met objectives
Discover our WW1 school history trip destinations
Battlefields
Bringing the heroes and horrors of WW1 to life
Explore what life was like in the trenches, the brutal warfare and the immense emotions felt by hundreds of thousands of soldiers who fought on the frontlines and beyond. Walk in the soldiers’ footsteps and be transported to a time of courage, sacrifice and resilience that shaped WW1 history as we know it.
- Visit key historical sites and take moments of respect at memorial sites
- Learn about trench warfare, life on the frontline, conflict and war over time and more!
- Gain further insights into the past with our expert history tour guides
Ypres
Explore trench warfare, military stalemate and tactics used on this major WW1 battlefield
Dive into an unforgettable immersive learning experience as you uncover the incredible stories that have survived this significant battlefield. Serving as a background for some of the most intense warfare of WW1, students can explore the weaponry and tactics used during this fatal conflict, the stalemate faced by the Allied forces and Germany.
- Visit reconstructed trenches, memorial sites and museums to deepen the learning experience
- Links to the history curriculum and can be combined with English and culture subjects
- Add visits to a theme park or waterpark to balance learning and fun experiences with classmates
The Somme
Uncover the stories of one of the most brutal battlefields of WW1
Known as one of the deadliest battles of WW1, The Somme provides the setting of one of the devastating days in British history. Students can learn about the bravery and joint efforts of the British and French forces against the German army, which led to the triumphant victory of World War I.
- Visit memorial sites and important historical sites
- Combine with other subjects
- Gain deeper knowledge with our expert history tour guides
London
Discover the impacts of WW1 on London and the power of the strength and resilience of the UK
Embark on a trip to London and explore the impact the German aerial bombing campaign had on the capital city from 1915 to 1918. Discover the city’s response to the first ever ‘Blitz’, which led to blackouts and air defence development and learn about the evolving role of women during this time.
- Visit key historical moments, memorial sites and museums
- Combine with culture, business studies or geography
- Add visits to London’s most famous landmarks or a West End show for a cultural element to your school history trip
Curricular Links
- Life on the frontline
- Trenches and trench life
- Command and leadership
- War and technology
- Women – their role and the impact of war on their lives
- Medicine and medical advancement
- The Home Front
- The role of the Commonwealth and Empire troops
- Writers and poets
- Conflict and warfare over time
- Links to the AQA and Edexcel exam boards
History Tour Guides
Our History Tour Guides are long-serving teachers and experts in their field, which is why we can’t recommend them enough! They have dedicated their careers to researching key moments in history and share that knowledge with students.
Our guides add another level of immersion and context to school history trips, through their deep insights, emotional stories and information that may not be found in textbooks. They truly bring history to life in a way that is captivating, impactful and inspires students to ask questions, think more critically and form meaningful connections with the past.
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