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Raise your aspirations with residential school trips.

At PGL, we use the outdoors to deliver unforgettable school trips for primary and secondary pupils. Dedicated to creating educational residential trips for schools, we offer students a n immersive learning experience outside the classroom. Our goal is to captivate students, ensuring a meaningful experience that not only engages them but also creates lasting memories.

Quality school trips in the UK and France

We have over 65 years of experience providing thrilling, educational and inspiring residential activity holidays for pupils of all ages. All PGL residential activity centres have been awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge – an achievement we’re proud of. We continually work with schools, local authorities and academies throughout the UK to ensure our curriculum-based activity courses meet your needs effectively.

Planning a residential trip for your school students can aid individual development by boosting confidence and promoting team bonding. Whether you’re looking for a residential outdoor adventure activity course, an educational school trip, a subject-focused study course or a school ski trip, we’re experts at delivering bespoke residential trips for schools across the UK.

You’re in safe hands with PGL

No risk is an acceptable level of risk, which is why we go beyond to ensure every young person is always in safe hands.

Everything we do is built on five protective pillars:

Safe Places Our sites and buildings are managed to reduce all possible risk before any child arrives. including segmented accommodation, secure perimeters and stringent equipment standards.

Safe Spaces Every child is different so to make our environments as encompassing as possible every colleague is SEND trained. we offer language inclusivity and offer over-and above access for all We also operate a zero-tolerance policy on illegal practices.

Safeguarding Trained to act as ‘first-responders’ to safeguarding red flags, PGL colleagues are versed in spotting risks (across mental health. self-harm sexual and physical wellbeing) and acting quickly to escalate any concerns or stop harmful behaviour.

Safe Travels Every travel partner with whom we work is vetted to ensure they have strict safety management systems in place. specifically focused on travelling with young people. We also aim to ensure travel provision is adaptable to the needs of every single child.

Safe People All our staff are rigorously selected for their capabilities, DBS checked. fully trained and continually assessed to ensure they meet the highest safety standards possible.

Experts in outdoor learning

PGL is the UK’s leading provider of outdoor education. With over 65 years of experience delivering life-enriching adventures, discover our range of expertly designed programmes perfect for any residential school trip.

Primary Schools

Make learning an adventure for your primary school pupils with our wide range of residential outdoor education courses and study tours, designed especially for primary school groups.

Secondary Schools

Get your students outdoors and active with our wide range of options for secondary schools, including study courses, ski trips, sports weekends, educational school trips and watersports adventures.

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Whilst we love to play hard at PGL, outdoor education blended with classroom learning can provide a truly enriching learning experience for your school children whilst on a residential school trip.

We provide a range of outdoor educational trips for schools across the UK and France. Our programmes extend from Primary School to High school and onto College. For Primary school pupils, we provide Outdoor Education in the UK and French Language & Culture in France.

High school students would benefit from our range of outcome-focussed school trips through to subject-based study. We also offer Skiing and Snowboarding school trips for high school students, a once-in-a-lifetime experience they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. 

What is a residential school trip?

Residential school trips take place over a few days and pupils are required to stay away from home. Residential trips for schools are usually activity-based and are one of the first experiences for children staying away from parents/guardians.

Why should students go on a residential school trip over a day trip?

Residential school trips have been proven to have a positive effect on students’ self-esteem and confidence levels, helping to improve their emotional health, physical health and mental well-being.

To put it simply, a day trip doesn’t provide school children with the opportunities to improve their soft skills and social development. Having your pupils attend a local school with PGL allows them the space to safely grow and discover new passions.

Why are residential school trips good for students?

Residential school trips take pupils out of their usual classroom surroundings and help them develop crucial life skills. Here at PGL, we have tonnes of adventure centres across the UK for your students to explore.

What are the benefits of residential school trips?

Residential school trips are a great way for students to improve their confidence and independence. Experiencing new locations and staying away from home will help children gain new skills, knowledge and life experience that will help them grow and develop. 3 ways that residential school trips can benefit pupils:

• Boost a child’s self-confidence
• Encourage good behaviour around other children
• Broaden their social network

Young people may also benefit from one of our Revision Weekends for schools. With dedicated classrooms for teaching and a diverse range of PGL residential activities, these are particularly beneficial during exam season. This combination creates an environment where students can not only relax but also absorb information more effectively. Elevate the learning experience by booking your residential school trip today!

Will children be safe on a residential school trip?

PGL has always placed a huge emphasis on safety – as a founder member of BAPA (British Activity Providers Association) and a licence holder for activities in the scope of AALA (Adventure Activities Licencing Authority) regulations. Canoeing at all our centres is approved by the BCU (British Canoe Union) and all our sailing centres are recognised RYA (Royal Yachting Association) teaching establishments.

PGL’s excellent reputation ensures that we receive a wealth of applications from enthusiastic and competent young adults. The candidates selected are offered contracts of employment subject to satisfactory checks (at an enhanced level) via the Disclosure and Barring Service, the successful completion of pre-employment training, and a favourable performance during their probationary period.

You can rest assured that your children will be safe on a PGL residential school trip.

What is the accommodation like on a residential school trip?

Details vary by location; you can find specific information on the dedicated PGL centres page for your chosen location. Accommodation from our local school trip centres ranges from tents, to en suite wooden lodges, dormitories in mansion houses and more.

All of the accommodation PGL offers are safe and kept to a good clean standard.

All of our sites are inspected by relevant health and safety inspectors and authorities.

Where are your school residential centres located in the UK?

As a leading provider of outdoor school trips for children in the UK , we have sites across the United Kingdom.

Our school trip locations in the UK include: 

• North & South Devon
• Lincolnshire
• Northumberland
•  Isle of Wight
• North Yorkshire
• Brecon Beacons

So , no matter where you’re looking for residential school trips in the UK you can count on us having one near you.

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We firmly believe that the internet should be available and accessible to anyone, and are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstance and ability.

To fulfill this, we aim to adhere as strictly as possible to the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 (WCAG 2.1) at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities. Complying with those guidelines helps us ensure that the website is accessible to all people: blind people, people with motor impairments, visual impairment, cognitive disabilities, and more.

This website utilizes various technologies that are meant to make it as accessible as possible at all times. We utilize an accessibility interface that allows persons with specific disabilities to adjust the website’s UI (user interface) and design it to their personal needs.

Additionally, the website utilizes an AI-based application that runs in the background and optimizes its accessibility level constantly. This application remediates the website’s HTML, adapts Its functionality and behavior for screen-readers used by the blind users, and for keyboard functions used by individuals with motor impairments.

If you’ve found a malfunction or have ideas for improvement, we’ll be happy to hear from you. You can reach out to the website’s operators by using the following email

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Our website implements the ARIA attributes (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) technique, alongside various different behavioral changes, to ensure blind users visiting with screen-readers are able to read, comprehend, and enjoy the website’s functions. As soon as a user with a screen-reader enters your site, they immediately receive a prompt to enter the Screen-Reader Profile so they can browse and operate your site effectively. Here’s how our website covers some of the most important screen-reader requirements, alongside console screenshots of code examples:

Screen-reader optimization: we run a background process that learns the website’s components from top to bottom, to ensure ongoing compliance even when updating the website. In this process, we provide screen-readers with meaningful data using the ARIA set of attributes. For example, we provide accurate form labels; descriptions for actionable icons (social media icons, search icons, cart icons, etc.); validation guidance for form inputs; element roles such as buttons, menus, modal dialogues (popups), and others. Additionally, the background process scans all of the website’s images and provides an accurate and meaningful image-object-recognition-based description as an ALT (alternate text) tag for images that are not described. It will also extract texts that are embedded within the image, using an OCR (optical character recognition) technology. To turn on screen-reader adjustments at any time, users need only to press the Alt+1 keyboard combination. Screen-reader users also get automatic announcements to turn the Screen-reader mode on as soon as they enter the website.

These adjustments are compatible with all popular screen readers, including JAWS and NVDA.

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Residential School Trips

Outdoor pursuits activity centres

Residential outdoor education has numerous benefits for school children and young adults alike. Team bonding activities, individual skills development, confidence building outdoor pursuits, plus the experience of living together 24 hours a day, all combine to ensure each and every student will benefit from a residential school trip.

Away from home, perhaps for the first time, school residential trips form such an important part of growing up and are the perfect opportunity for a valuable learning experience. Make your school's annual residential as stress free as possible by getting help with risk assessments, lesson plans, free inspection visits and places for teachers.

If you visit the same activity centre every year, you may not be getting the best value for money. Other ways to find cheaper residential school trips include taking your trip outside peak times , or having activities visit your school .

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With 35 years of experience, UKSA offers young people a fun and safe outdoor environment in which to learn important life skills to excel. Bespoke packages in sailing, watersports, and teambuilding include accommodation, food, kit, and tuition.

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We found 140 residential school trips.

The residential trips below are just a sample of what we have available. Use the search options above to discover more trips:

Based in Hertfordshire, this south east school trip, in the calming woodland setting of Cuffley Active Learning Centre, promotes development and growth through new activities.

Our exciting range of land and water based outdoor adventure activities take place at some of Dorset’s most iconic coastal locations and offer the unique opportunity to explore the stunning Jurassic Coastline whilst trying something new.

19th Century listed manor house set in Benmore Botanic garden grounds, sleeps 120 young people. Located in Loch Lomond National Park in Argyll, our adventure education residentials provide inspirational outdoor learning experiences for schools

Avon Tyrrell, UK Youth Outdoor Activity Centre is located in the stunning New Forest National Park and offers an extensive range of site activities, all linked to the National Curriculum as well as various accommodation options for organised groups.

Walton Firs Activity Centre provides a range of outdoor education programmes within a beautiful rural setting near to London. Let us deliver our best quality and value service for your school, and a never-to-be-forgotten experience for your students!

Superb residential outdoor learning centre based on the edge of the Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire. Offering physical and educational programmes for young people tailored specifically to them in an idyllic setting.

Embark on a stress-free school residential at Newlands Adventure Centre! Nestled in the Lake District, our historic full-board outdoor haven ensures an unforgettable experience for students. Enjoy Ghyll Scrambling, High Ropes, Paddleboarding & more.

In the heart of the Peak District, Crowden Outdoor Educational Centre has been working with schools and youth groups since 1979. Creating bespoke outdoor learning opportunities and utilising the natural environment for a real adventure.

Head to the capital to bring learning alive with a huge variety of activities and sights - not forgetting 22 National Museums on offer. Discover Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, along with the Eye, Madame Tussauds and London Dungeons.

Our educational courses bring together a residential experience with expert-led adventure activities. Courses are designed to give a potentially life enhancing experience and memories that can last a lifetime. Our courses are educational and fun.

Basecamp is a unique adventure based residential activity programme nestled in the heart of rural Suffolk. It is meticulously designed to strengthen confidence, teamwork and a build wider understanding of the world around us.

Cote Ghyll Mill is a VisitEngland 4-star rated group accommodation in a converted linen mill, nestled in the idyllic countryside of the North York Moors National Park.

LAKE DISTRICT DISCOVERY AND ADVENTURE PACKAGES - brought to you by Fussell's Travel Service, the Lake District Specialists. Explore the best of the Lake District with one of our Lake District residential trips.

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

Simonsbath House Outdoor Centre specializes in offering fun packed, mixed programs of outdoor and environmental courses aimed at giving pupils a taster of challenging, exciting and interesting activities that will shape their future memories.

The Adur Centre is ideal for your school residential trip. We offer amazing activities including climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking and many more. The trip will be tailored to meet your needs and our residential trips are outstanding value!

Real adventure education supporting health and well-being and environmental respect.

A rare opportunity to secure a school residential at the largest outdoor activity centre in the southwest. Canvas accommodation for up to 250 students and bunkroom accommodation for up to 80 students. Onsite activity centre, private quarry and river.

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!

The Wingate Centre offers fully-catered holiday accommodation. 22 twin bedrooms across two self-contained floors, each with a shared lounge. Children & young adults of all abilities and disabilities can holiday in a safe and fun environment.

We are an independent centre in beautiful North Norfolk, run by qualified teachers and experienced instructors. We offer an exciting range of curriculum linked outdoor activities to a loyal following of schools - one on their 30th visit in 2023!

This specialist programme consists of engaging lessons to improve business skills, creative thinking and problem solving techniques.

Residential Activity Camps. We offer activity camps including paddle boarding, kayaking, windsurfing and surfing (depending upon conditions). On land we offer high ropes, archery tag, woodcraft, circus skills and team challenges. Home cooked food.

We are thrilled to have recently reopened Goblin Combe Lodge, campground, and woodland. This is a great facility, set within a limestone gorge, in 130 acres of natural woodland. Goblin Combe is just waiting for you to explore !!

Grittleton House Adventure Centre is ideal for school groups wanting secure residential accommodation, set in acres of parkland and playing fields, on the edge of the Cotswold National Park. Access to Bath and Bristol is just half an hour away!

Plas Gwynant is an amazing setting in its own parkland at the foot of Mount Snowdon in North Wales, and offers high qualilty outdoor learning amongst the mountains, rivers and lakes of the Snowdonia National Park. Sole occupancy is available.

With direct access to the Menai Strait the venue offers both challenging Outdoor Activities & Creative/Performing Arts opportunities. Set in 169 acres there are an extensive range of on-site activities that last 3hrs so are as productive as possible.

Mount Cook is a not-for-profit Adventure Centre dedicated to providing exciting outdoor adventurous activities and outdoor learning opportunities for KS2 to KS4 at the edge of the Peak District.

Using interactive and hands-on outdoor activities, costumes and reconstructed artefacts, we provide a unique educational experience of Prehistoric Britain which will inspire both pupils and teachers!

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

We offer POWERFUL, LIFE-CHANGING ADVENTURES in inspiring locations across the Lake District. We encourage young people to discover the wild, leave the ordinary behind and unleash the potential within themselves!

Located in the beautiful village of Tattenhall just 7 miles from Chester the centre offers a peaceful haven and a base for wide range of Outdoor Activities and the Arts. It's proximity to many schools makes it ideal for day courses too.

Celtic Camping provides a selection of bespoke school accommodations amidst the stunning Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, on the West Coast of Wales. Multiple properties tailored to meet your school's needs await your educational adventure.

Skern Lodge is one of the leading providers of outdoor learning and development in the UK. Offering a wide range of adventurous outdoor activities and geography fieldwork opportunities from its Centre on the North Devon coast.

Situated in a magical and inspiring forest environment our popular Delamere centre is a fantastic venue for woodland based activities, whether they be of an outdoor an adventurous, Arts or field studies nature.

Located in the picturesque village of Burwardsley our centre offers opportunities unique to it's location. The surrounding countryside provides further possibilities for historical and environmental studies.

Tailored adventure residentials on the Dorset coast at our residential centre in Swanage, can include activities such as Coasteering, Climbing, Mackerel Fishing, Field Studies, and Bushcraft, delivered by our highly qualified instructors.

Buzz Active provide affordable outdoor education, water sport and activity sessions, days and residential trips to the whole community. Three great locations combine to create an excellent residential. or choose to visit just one of our locations.

The Towers Active Learning Centre is located in the heart of one of the most stunning mountain areas of the UK. Offering a range of offsite outdoor activities both in the beautiful mountains and the stunning coast line.

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.

Our mission is to inspire pupils to live long, adventurous lives connected to nature and the environment. The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park provides a perfect setting for outdoor learning - stunning beaches, sea cliffs and abundant wildlife.

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.

Field Studies Council Millport has purpose-built accommodation and teaching spaces which provide an excellent base for a range of courses. Just 10 minutes by ferry from the mainland. Great base for fun outdoor activities, biology and geography trips.

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.

Preston Montford has easy access to a wide range of sites from the South Shropshire Hills AONB, to Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, Ludlow, Birmingham and Snowdonia. Visit for fun outdoor activities, geography and biology trips at all ages.

The Isle of Portland, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site makes us perfect for adventurous and educational residential trips. A stunning coastal playground, comfortable accommodation and great food. All the ingredients for a great trip!

Cornwall is a safe, accessible and inspiring location for school groups of all ages! Bursting with curriculum-based visits and activities, ranging from science and geography to art and design, what will your students discover?

Comrie Croft, set on 230 acres of woodlands is the perfect destination for DIY school trips. Boasting its own outdoor school area and 20km of mountain bike trails, it’s just over an hour from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Outdoor adventures in the Peak District don’t get better than this! YHA Edale is a grand country house literally on the slopes of Kinder Scout, and surrounded by the gorgeous scenery of the Edale valley.

YHA Langdale is a beautiful Victorian mansion owned by the National Trust and is a fantastic destination for UK school trips, student tours and educational visits, with spacious grounds that include a Victorian arboretum.

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.

With Conwy Castle on one side and Snowdonia National Park on the other, YHA Conwy is perfect for exploring the best that North Wales has to offer.

Set on the edge of 10,000 acres of Lee Valley Country Park, you might be surprised to find out that that YHA London Lee Valley is only 20-minutes away from central London. It’s the ideal destination south east school trips.

Home to breathtaking beaches and a beautiful climate and culture, groups can enjoy a wealth of outdoor activities along Spain's Costa Brava coastline including kayaking, windsurfing, sailing, stand up paddle boarding and more.

Battlefield & History Tours specialises in exactly that. London and Ipswich are filled with history and visits that bring studies to life. A time of spies, propaganda, espionage, mistrust and bluff.

YHA Chester Trafford Hall is a glorious Georgian house with 14 acres of grounds complete with nature walks and landscaped gardens to explore.

From Cornish myths to WW2 history, Penzance is a location with stories to tell. Stay with us for a fantastic school trip.

Primary School Groups

For many primary school children, the school residential may be their first time away from home. For such an important life experience, finding an activity centre that will give your pupils a challenging but safe experience is vital. Primary aged children will benefit most from lots of new activities and experiences, allowing them to grow in confidence and learn some new skills. A good residential activity centre will employ instructors who have the ability to work with primary school groups to make each activity session valuable for every child.

Secondary School Groups

Secondary school groups will have slightly different learning objectives when it comes to a residential activity holiday. Teachers may be looking to cement relationships within a new year group by allowing students to work together in teams, or the trip may be an opportunity to give soon to be school leavers some key skills before they enter the work place. Whatever the objective, a secondary school residential is a good way to mix curriculum linked learning with outdoor fun and adventure.

Residential Field Studies

If your school group are looking for an environmental field studies based residential trip then we can help with that too! We have a great choice of teacher led, accommodation only centres, as well as those that specialise in multi day fieldwork trips for all key stages of the curriculum. For geography or science based residential study trips, take a look at the following page: Field Studies

How to Choose a Residential Centre

Local authority managed Outdoor Education Centres have been providing outdoor learning experiences for school children since the 1950s. In recent years the number of council run centres has been in steep decline, as public spending is slashed and service provision is shifted to the private sector. Thankfully for schools wishing to book a residential activity week, there are still plenty of specialist centres available to offer adventurous activities to your students. With so many residential activity options for teachers to choose from, how do you choose between them and what is most important?

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School and group adventure.

At Acorn Adventure, we specialise in outdoor adventure residential school trips for primary schools, secondary schools and uniform groups.  

As a leading provider of school and group re sidential trips in the UK, Europe, we're passionate about outdoor adventure and all of our school trips have been carefully selected to offer the best location & experience. 

We have over 40 years' of experience in delivering high quality, engaging activity residentials for all ages. Whether you're looking for mountain activities, lake water sports, the ocean or woods, camping, glamping, dorms or hotels, we have a school or group trip to suit all interests and budgets. 

over 27 activities to experience

Excellent choice of school & group trips

why choose acorn adventure for your school trip?

school travel experts

We've been organising and delivering school residential trips in the UK & Europe for over 40 years and love what we do! We've built up an excellent reputation with schools and groups, are fully accredited and are best known for our enthusiasm, professionalism and fantastic activity programmes.  

incredible locations

We've worked hard to find the best locations for outdoor adventure and all of our school & group trips have something special to offer. With lakes, mountains, forests, rivers and beaches, we are well geared up to offer the best outdoor activities from canoeing the Ardeche River to axe throwing in the Wyre Forest.   

great variety of trips

Over the years we've built up a wide range of accommodation options to offer schools and groups choice. You can camp, glamp, stay in dorms or even have exclusive use of your own Guest House. All of our accommodation options retain our `village ethos` which aims to give you a personal experience and your own space.  

land & water

When we say adventure, we mean adventure! We have over 27 activities on land & water for you to enjoy across our centres in the UK & Europe. From beach water sports to forest activities, zip lining to climbing, there's so many exciting activities to experience when you book an Acorn Adventure.   

book with confidence

As a well established, ABTA Bonded travel operator, you can book with us in complete confidence, knowing that your money is fully protected. We also offer Covid-19 travel insurance. We also have the LOtC Quality Badge and are members of the School Travel Forum. Read our Book With Confidence policy here.   

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Expertly planned educational ks2 residentials.

Expertly planned educational school trips for learning, just for fun or a bit of both!

Our experienced and knowledgeable partners will help you create perfectly-planned itineraries to match your learning or experiential objectives and support you throughout the entire process

• 100% bespoke primary school trips to your exact requirements
• Safe, memorable and FUN UK visits perfect for Key Stage 2
• Transport, accommodation, meals and activities included
• Curriculum-relevant learning materials for most activities
• The best possible value

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Why Choose PST?

Our engaging school residential trips are specifically designed for lower and upper Key Stage 2 students, engaging them in active learning with meaningful outcomes - whilst all the time creating memorable experiences and above all, HAVING FUN!

Safety Matters

All aspects of our KS2 residential trips are safety checked by a qualified third party assessor

Value for Money

We understand the pressures on personal and school finances and deliver exceptional value

Supporting You

Our knowledgeable staff will support you with all aspects of planning and delivering your trip

Popular Options

Coastal Trail

An immersive 3 to 5 day geography field trip focusing on coastal features, erosion, geology, fossilisation and more

Reward Trips

End of school celebration.

An opportunity for your end of Y6 cohort to have a great time together before the next chapter in their school careers

Victorian Britain

Engaging visits to learn more about life in Victorian Britain, including hands-on role play experiences

What's Included?

You'll be collected from school or a UK airport and all transfers needed to deliver your itinerary will be provided. You'll be dropped off again at the end of your residential trip.

Our coach operators provide quality modern vehicles with seatbelts and toilets; drivers are DBS checked, uniformed, friendly & helpful!

Accommodation & Meals

A wide selection of secure accommodation options is offered, including exclusive-use hotels, student dormitory blocks, youth hostels, camping / glamping and holiday centres.

3 daily meals will be provided from dinner on arrival day to packed lunch on departure day, with special dietary requirements observed.

Activities & Attractions

All elements of your itinerary will be arranged on your behalf, along with co-ordination all of your movements, summarised in a handy Day-by-Day Guide .

Sample risk assessments will be provided along with up-to-date safety inspection reports, and we can arrange inspection visits if required.

Our Approach

What makes PlanMySchoolTrip different?

A unique approach to help you find the ideal school residential trip.

Instead of deciding on the destination and then trying to make everything fit, we start with your needs and objectives and then suggest the best destination(s) to deliver them...

• Trips designed to deliver educational / experiential objectives
• Practical destinations & activities to exceed expectations
• Delivered by carefully vetted partners
• Many activities come with a choice of FREE learning resources
• Great value is at the heart of everything we offer

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Residential Trips For Schools

Residential school trips offer so many incredible benefits for students. They'll have the opportunity to take on new challenges, enjoy unique experiences together, and develop valuable skills that they wouldn’t be able to during a normal school week.

We provide a wide range of residential trips for primary and secondary schools, with destinations all across the UK. Primary school groups may be enjoying their first outdoor adventure, while secondary school students may be building on previous experiences. 

Either way, we're here to help you plan and book an unforgettable residential trip that perfectly meets the needs of your group – read on to learn more or get in touch with our team to get started.

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Uk residential trips for schools.

You can choose from a really exciting range of destinations within the UK for your residential school trip:

In Cornwall , students can experience the spectacular coastline and enjoy all the benefits of being by the sea. Take part in adventurous activities, find out how the beauty of the area has inspired artists, and learn more about how to take care of this precious environment.

In Holme Pierrepont near Nottingham , Lee Valley near London , or the Lake District in Cumbria, your students can try their hands at a variety of watersports.

In the West Midlands , they can have a go at skiing, snowboarding, and team-building challenges like assault courses, high ropes, and shelter building.

In Yorkshire , your students can explore the fascinating history of the city and find out why York became an important centre for chocolate making in the UK.

In the Peak District , your students can enjoy an outdoor learning experience in one of the most dramatic landscapes in the UK.

Our Travel Advisors know our destinations extremely well, so if you’re struggling to decide where to go on your school residential trip, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Why arrange a residential trip?

Develop your student's personal and social skills.

Our residential trips offer a wide range of activities that will help your students to develop their personal and social skills. From team-building exercises, to immersing themselves in history and culture, these are experiences that your students will never forget.

After one of our trips, your students will return with greater self-confidence, improved communication skills and a real sense of pride in their achievements. They’ll be more motivated to learn new skills and may even have developed some new friendships.

And, of course, this is a fantastic opportunity for you and your students to work together in a much less formal setting, helping to develop the relationship between you ready to help you achieve more together in the following academic year.

Enjoy new experiences

School residential trips are often one of the highlights of the school calendar and something that students really look forward to. That’s because they often allow them to enjoy new experiences that they wouldn’t normally have access to.

Water sports are a particular favourite of our groups and we offer the opportunity to experience these at Holme Pierrepont, Lee Valley, and the Lake District.

Holme Pierrepont is home to the National Water Sports Centre and Lee Valley was the venue for the London 2012 canoeing events, so both of these destinations offer excellent facilities for several different water sports, including canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.

The Lake District, of course, offers a spectacular setting in which to try water sports for the first time. It also offers the opportunity to try adventure sports such as Ghyll Climbing.

If you want your students to enjoy a real mix of activities, the West Midlands could be a good option for your residential trip. Here, your students can have a go at an assault course, building a shelter, high ropes, archery and pedal go-karting, as well as skiing or snowboarding!

Enjoy the trip as much as your students

Originally founded by former teachers, and with many former teachers still among us, we understand the value of residential trips for schools and how to make them successful.

Your trip will be completely tailor-made, to ensure that it meets your specific requirements and learning objectives. And we’ll be on hand throughout the process to answer any questions you have.

In fact, we’ll be with you every step of the way , from now until you return home at the end of your trip. While abroad, you’ll be able to reach us with just one phone call, at any time of the day or night. And, with this comprehensive level of support while you’re away , you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your trip as much as your students.

Residential Trip to Peak District

Your residential school trip to the Peak District offers students the incredible opportunity to explore dramatic scenery!

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Frequently asked questions, what are residential trips for schools.

Residential trips for schools involve students staying overnight, usually at an educational or adventure centre, as part of a learning experience outside their regular school environment. These trips are designed to enhance educational, social, and personal development.

What do kids need for residential trips?

It largely depends on the activities you have planned, where you're going, and when. For example, a summertime residential in Cornwall requires very different clothing from Yorkshire in Winter. You can check out our packing checklist as a reference guide, but if any specific gear or clothing is required for your trip, we'll discuss this during the planning stages.

Why are school residential trips important?

School residential trips are an important opportunity for children to get away from the daily routines of home and school. Instead, they get to try new activities, make friends, and learn to be independent. It's a wonderful experience for young people that mixes outdoor education with adventure.

Why choose Halsbury?

School trips designed by teachers for teachers

Originally founded by teachers in 1986, we understand the pressures on you as Group Leader and are here to make the process of running your school trip as easy as possible.

Learn more about Halsbury Travel

School trips tailored to your curriculum

We'll design your trip around your specific learning objectives and curriculum, to ensure your school trip is a truly educational experience.

Discover how we’ll tailor your school trip

Health & safety prioritised

As a proud Assured Member of the School Travel Forum, the health and safety of your group is always our priority.

Find out how we ensure your health and safety

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.

Explore our loyalty scheme

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!

School Trips

Are you looking for fun, educational and active school trip ideas? Why not try an outdoor adventure at one of our UK activity centres? Our outdoor learning activities are perfect for primary , secondary , home schooling , college and university school residential trips. We’ve been awarded the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Badge which ensures our curriculum-based activities meet your learning objectives

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Primary school trips.

At Rock UK we focus on really making a difference to every child that visits us. Rather than numbers through the door, our goal is to provide quality educational school trips and memories that last a lifetime.

Whether you are bringing Year One children for a taster one night adventure or your Year Six class on an action packed week away, we work closely with you to tailor all outdoor learning activities to be age appropriate.

For many children this is the first significant time they’ve spent away from home, but by the end of their school residential adventure trip their confidence will have grown massively.

Our instructors are really good at working with young children and helping them overcome fears and challenges to bring out a completely different side, which teachers may not have seen before.

We have a number of great ways to help you spend your Sports Premium including activity days and weekly courses.

Hear what schools have to say about Rock UK:

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Secondary School Trips

We know that it is important to get students out of their comfort zones. At Rock UK we tailor secondary school trips to include challenging outdoor education activities which help boost self-esteem.

A visit to one of our activity centres can cover many areas of the curriculum through outdoor learning including; PHSE, SMSC, maths, geography, science, RE and many more. Together we will tailor your experience to meet your learning outcomes, whether you come for a day visit or stay for a full week. Our aim is that students return to the classroom instilled with a sense of achievement and empowered to want to achieve more with a new appreciation for learning.

From team building fresher trips in Year Seven to exam Revision Retreats in Year Eleven, Rock UK centres across the country are ideal for secondary schools.

College & University Trips

Whether it’s getting to know your fellow students on a fresher’s week away, you’re planning a Christian Union house party and need a venue, or you’re looking for somewhere to host your team building session for a group of trainee doctors or business students, we have a venue that will suit your needs. You can choose an overnight residential stay or just come for the day.

We have group accommodation for 6 to 234 people depending on the centre you choose and there are various sized meeting rooms available. Not forgetting over 40 instructor led activities to break up the day, including an excellent range of team building challenges for all ages.

Revision retreats can make an enormous difference to students

Revision Retreats

Rock UK centres provide the perfect venues for your revision retreats. Revision breaks are a great way of focusing students, encouraging strong study skills going forward and reducing stress at a time when students need it most.

Your students can spend time working in teacher led sessions, on group revision tasks as well as private study time. All this in the peace and tranquillity of our beautiful sites. At home students are surrounded by distractions: television, games consoles, computers and much more.

Coming away to our sites for focused revision time can make an enormous difference to students and foster great study skills when they do return home. Combined with a schedule of active sessions students are rewarded for their hard work and encouraged to study harder. Not only does activity provide the perfect respite for a tired mind but also reduces stress. Sample revision breaks programme and prices

Home schooling Trips

Outdoor adventure learning is an important part of every child’s development and at Rock UK we recognise this by offering group adventure trips to home school students.

Our activity centres have group accommodation from 6 to 234 and this makes it possible for home school networks, of whatever size, to come together and benefit from outdoor education.

We offer over 40 instructed activities across our four nationwide centres and we’ll work with your home schooling network to tailor a programme ideally suited to your group’s individual needs.

Experiences and Residential Trips for Primary Schools

There’s no doubt that residential school trips for primary schools create memories that last a lifetime. Creating unforgettable experiences is what we’re here to do.

Our locations for Primary School Residential Trips

Ultimate Adventure Centre

Abbotsham Road, Bideford

Staffordshire

Barn Lane, Near Albrighton, Wolverhampton, WV7 3AW

Peak Venture

Huddersfield Road, Penistone, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S36 7GF  

Overstrand Hall

48 Cromer Road, Norfolk, NR27 0JJ

Isle of Wight

Old School Buildings, Hill Way Road, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5PH

Grosvenor Hall

Kennington, Ashford, TN25 4AJ

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West Runton, Cromer Road

West Runton, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9NF

Kingswood - Green Park, Aston Clinton, Bucks, HP22 5NE

Dukeshouse Wood

Fellside, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1TP

Dearne Valley

Denaby Main, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 4EA

Colomendy Loggerheads, Near Mold, Denbighshire, CH7 5LB

Offers for Schools

Discover our latest offers across our 11 UK centres for international schools

Inspirational Team Programmes

We provide a broad range of activity packages to ensure you have an adventure that best suits your group. Your programme will act as the core theme of your group visit, matched with learning outcomes of your choice. Explore our options below:

NCS Live It (formerly Skills4Life)

This subsidised 5-day residential adventure is designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood by boosting social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

Skills4Life Higher Education

Accredited by Skills Builder Partnership (level 3), this programme combines essential life skills with teambuilding challenges and activities.

Skills4Life 11-15 Yrs

Using the outdoors as a vehicle for learning and personal development; enhancing social, entrepreneurial and problem-solving skills.

Adventure Plus

A flexible activity programme to support your specific learning outcomes

Sports Experiences

A range of sport and adventure opportunites to build confidence and team skills.

French Discovery

In partnership with Voyager Travel we have four beautiful centres set in breathtaking parts of France, perfect for an immersive residential.

Environmental Field Studies

Give your students an outstanding field work experience at Kingswood.

English in Action

Students build in confidence and skill with our immersive English language and adventure experiences

Corporate Packages

A unique experience to develop as a team, get out of the office and boost company wellbeing

Adventure for International Students

Immersive language programme with breath-taking activities.

A perfectly pre-built activity programme delivering confidence, resilience and life-skills

Our acclaimed 5-day residential adventure designed to support young people on their journey to adulthood.

An impactful outdoor education programme for students in higher education

Adapted from our NCS Skills4Life programme, a 5-day skills-based programme of challenges and outdoor adventures.

Exciting Extras

Take a look at some of the adrenaline-filled activities your students or employees can try at our centres.

A home away from home

A residential trip for primary schools is an experience that is all-inclusive. We provide tasty and nutritious meals in our diners to keep children going throughout their action-packed itinerary. Our dormitory-style accommodation is gender-separated and can house 2 to 16 in bunk beds. Some rooms are en-suite but there are always separate toilet and shower facilities for guests close to dormitories.

Inspiring Adventures

A Kingswood residential trip for primary schools gives students the chance to experience:

A breath of fresh air                                                   A taste of independence

A sense of achievement                                           An open space

The chance to try something new                       The friendships forged

The feeling of leaving with greater confidence

‍ Our Confidence Tracker tool allows you to evidence and evaluate the trip, along with the pre and post-visit toolkit that links your trips to tangible learning outcomes.

Important Policies

All the policies and support you'll need for your trip.

Essential Documents

All the key information you'll need to get you ready for your residential

Activities for you

Discover a range of amazing team activities that build confidence, give achievable challenges and foster a sense of independence.

Frequently asked Questions for Primary Schools

There should be at least one adult for each group of 15 children. At the end of the activity session, e.g. Zipwire, if all children have had their go, the adults are free to have a turn.

We are always happy to accommodate a preview of our centres. Please contact the centre you’re visiting to arrange a suitable date and time with the customer service department. Call our team on 0800 655 6564.

We are holders of the LOtC quality badge. This means you can be assured that we have met with required standards around safety, activity provision and learning outcomes. The Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel endorses the LOtC Quality Badge and the majority of Local Authority Outdoor Education Advisers have indicated that they accept the award in place of some or all of their checks. You can view which Local Authority Outdoor Education Advisers support the LOtC Quality Badge by visiting the OEAP website here.

We can cater for most dietary requirements. Please contact the centre as soon as possible to make them aware of any allergies which they can discuss with you to ensure the correct provisions are in place for your visit

Yes. All guests get a packed lunch on departure and a hot option can be provided at an extra cost.

Changes can be made to the number of guests up until room allocations and activity groups are set eight weeks prior to the trip. Changes after this point will depend on accommodation and activity availability on centre and it may not be possible to accommodate additional guests.

We aim to send out your room plan and activity programme four weeks prior to your trip. To ensure we meet this deadline, we ask you to provide gender splits eight weeks prior to the trip. Details of the information required will be in your twelve week email and can be provided to us via your centre contact.

We are happy to take requests for specific accommodation blocks but we cannot offer any guarantees (unless specifically confirmed at time of booking), especially in peak periods. Your group may be sharing an accommodation block with other groups but we will endeavour to keep groups on separate floors and corridors.

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Teaching in year six? Choose a school residential trip designed around your needs.

Year 6 primary school residential trip

For year 6 students a longer school residential trip is ideal.  create a bespoke residential trip to develop independence, team-working and resilience. it’s perfect at any time of year..

Our Year 6 residential trips offer something different from most adventure companies. Rather than rushing children from activity to activity, we know they need time to enjoy their experience. Our year 6 students go home talking of singing around the campfire, enjoying nature and bonding with their classmates.

“For 32 children from Edmonton to be taken completely out of their comfort zone and have just the best week is a testament to the leadership of the camp staff”.   Edmonton Primary School, Year 6

Enjoy the benefits of a Wildchild adventure trip:

• One to three-night options that give you flexibility and choice
• Two easy to reach locations close to the M25
• Professional instructors to lead all your activities
• Year-round indoor or tented accommodation
• A family-run business that treats each school as their special guests

“Every activity was well-planned, educational, relevant and well executed”.   George Tomlinson Primary School, Year 6

A typical day on your Year 6 trip

De havilland primary school– the perfect end-of-year celebration for year 6 pupils.

De Havilland Primary discovered Wildchild after their usual trip provider couldn’t accommodate their large pupil numbers. They loved their trip so much that they’ve booked to come again next year.  Click to read case study

Games, Activities and Evening Fun

There’s no time to be bored on a Wildchild Year 6 adventure! Our trips help your students experience nature with a range of fun, educational activities, fully included in the cost.  We’ve carefully designed them to build those skills you want to see back in the classroom. Watch them develop curiosity, independence, confidence and self-belief.

“The children gained independence and were expected to take responsibility for themselves!  We were so impressed with how the leaders worked with the children, encouraging them and challenging them equally”.   St Mary Magdalen’s, Year 6

Find out more about our activities for Year 6 groups

A year 6 school residential trip close to London

Don’t spend days cooped up on a coach. Our two activity centres are both within easy reach of London. Reduce your journey costs, minimise time spent travelling and create a back to nature trip that’s perfect for your students.

• Our Hertfordshire centre is just north of Watford, set in 95 acres of meadows and natural woodland. It’s within easy reach of the M1 and M25.
• Our Surrey centre is set in England’s leafiest county. It’s conveniently located near the M25 in the centre of beautiful forest and woodland.

“A fabulously engaging and inspiring visit for our children who would not get to experience these activities elsewhere.” Kings Oak Primary School

To discuss a Wildchild Adventure for your primary school, click here or call us on 0845 371 7099 now.

"A fantastic experience for both pupils and teachers. It's been fantastic to see the children grow with such amazing support around them"" Markyate Primary School

"A perfect mix of adventurous and nature-based activities, delivered by wonderful staff in a lovely setting!"" Fircroft Primary School

"It was the wholesome, outdoorsy experience these kids desperately need while growing up in London." Hugh Myddleton Primary School

"Provided the children with the independence we needed. It also created an experience they will never forget"" Loose Primary School

"Wildchild’s ethos matches our own – teamwork, challenge and encouragement to face difficulties." Westfield Primary School

"Engaging, challenging, nurturing, taking all of us out of our comfort zones, connecting to the environment"" Streatham and Clapham Prep

"Kids loved it and we are returning next year. Fantastic outdoor experience and different from PGL." Allfarthing Primary School

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Quality Outdoor Education 

Welcome to High Adventure

We're a premier outdoor education provider based on the edge of the yorkshire dales, owned by former teachers, providing over 20 years of exemplary service to primary & secondary schools, groups & families..

Our professional and dedicated team are here to help you get the most from your visit and we ’re proud to offer bespoke primary & secondary school trips, tailored to meet your school’s objectives.

The magnificent Yorkshire Dales provide us with a wealth of world class venues for our off-site activities like caving and watersports. While most clients will combine on-site and off-site activities our excellent on-site facilities mean you could enjoy your entire trip at our centre.

We also have an Adventure camp in Lancashire available from May-July each year &  organise Multi-Activity Holiday Clubs , Adventure Parties, Cycling events and more! 

"Another amazing residential week for 33 year 6 pupils. Full of adventure, challenge and fun. The food was great and they catered very well for all our different dietary requirements. The instructors were friendly, patient and helped pupils reach their personal goals so well. It was lovely to have the pupils and supporting staff so well looked after. Thank you to all the High Adventure staff who helped make this visit so special". 

Angie Henderson; Lindhead School.

Primary Schools

We specialise in Primary School Adventure trips, with exclusive KS2 indoor accommodation, nurturing staff, rainy day facilities & waterproof kit, on-site, fast paced activities and water sports available.  

Secondary Schools

Our bespoke secondary school adventure trips give older pupils an excellent combination of on & off-site activities with access to real crags, water sports and proper caving as well as quality GCSE PE courses. 

Holiday Club

Our popular holiday club gives your kids the chance to enjoy an exciting range of outdoor activities from climbing to target sports. No more bored kids! Full days from just £20 per day!  Book Now!

Weekend Activities

New for 2024 , you can now book one or more of our activities on a Saturday or Sunday with a choice of activities & mini-courses available to local families, friends & people on holiday in the Yorkshire Dales. 

GCSE  PE

Our high quality GCSE PE programmes offer teachers & pupils a comprehensive programme that achieves excellent results. 

Birthday Parties

Stand out from the crowd with a fun-filled Adventure Party that includes up to 3 activities, a party room and the option to include food. 

Outdoor Education at its finest

Made by teachers, for teachers. High Adventure is owned & run by former teachers, our school trips have been carefully designed to offer a high quality experience and our 90% re-book rate reflects this.

As a small & friendly centre, we're able to provide a personal service ensuring that school groups have bespoke programmes, a designated Group Leader, excellent pre-travel support, home-cooked meals, bedding & waterproofs provided and comfortable indoor accommodation that offers a home from home.  

Outdoor Education at its finest.

"Following many years of becoming increasingly disillusioned with residential centres who seemingly wanted nothing more than our money, we feel we have struck gold in High Adventure.  From the point of declaring our initial interest, right through until our departure, High Adventure made everything simple. All activities are within close proximity to the hub of the centre meaning time isn’t lost or wasted moving between activities. The activity plan is tailored to meet our wants and needs rather than having to fit in with the centre’s limitations and restrictions. We are very much looking forward to returning again in the next couple of months. Highly, highly, highly recommended!"

Jon, Burton Joyce Primary School

BOOK YOUR TRIP WITH CONFIDENCE

You can  book your school residential trip with us in absolute confidence   because we only ask for a small upfront deposit before your trip and then you don’t pay us anything until AFTER your trip. This gives you complete peace of mind. We also have Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge & AALA License and our staff are all DBS Checked.  

Quality Instruction

We're proud to recruit and train the best instructors to ensure our activity programmes are engaging, motivating and fun. Our bespoke activity programmes enable you to design & influence your own activity programme in advance to suit your pupils. This means you'll know what you'll be doing well ahead of your trip.  

With highly qualified staff, we can deliver both on & off-site activities with opportunities for your group to enjoy real outdoor activities on crags, reservoirs and caves (mini-buses included) if you wish. Or, you can make the most of our extensive on-site activities with plenty of rainy day activities & waterproofs available (not that it ever rains in Yorkshire of course!) 

32 Activities

With 32 activities to choose from, you're spoilt for choice. From climbing & high ropes to water sports & caving, you'll pack a lot of fun in to your High Adventure trip. Tell us your preferences on booking (if you can make your mind up!)

Low Deposit

We want you to make things as easy as possible for you when you book your trip.

Our Low Deposit scheme  of £1000 +VAT deposit prior to your trip means you can have complete peace of mind when you book with us. Your balance isn't due until after you've travelled. 

KS2 Experts

Our Small & Friendly Centre offers the ideal environment for Primary Schools and we pride ourselves on offering younger groups a friendly space to enjoy outdoor education with activities that engage, inspire and enthuse young pupils. 

Going away from home can be particularly daunting for younger pupils which is why we make sure you receive a warm welcome and an itinerary packed with fun. High Adventure is a smaller centre, offering a safe & relaxed environment with exceptional staff, a great selection of activities and cosy rooms, many of which have en-suite facilities or toilets very nearby. We offer exclusive accommodation to primary schools so you're never with older pupils which makes the High Adventure experience relaxed, enjoyable and a lot of fun!

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Residential School Trips

Residential school trips are a great way for students to develop confidence and independence. Visiting new locations and staying away from home will help pupils gain skills, knowledge and life experience that will help them excel inside and outside of the classroom!

Here at NST, we're dedicated to providing residential school trips that nurture the academic and personal growth of students. Whether you want to stay in the UK or venture overseas, we have a selection of residential trips to suit your exact needs.

The benefits of residential school trips for students

Residential school trips provide a wealth of benefits for both primary and secondary school students. This includes:

• Building self-confidence and independence - Students get to experience different environments, giving them the opportunity to do things that they otherwise might not have the courage to try.

• Improving academic performance - Taking part in hands-on learning activities gives students the chance to expand their knowledge in alternative ways. This can boost academic performance for those who struggle with classroom learning.

• Physical development - Trips to outdoor adventure centres often involve a lot of physical activity, allowing students to try out new sports and stay active. This aids fitness performance while also encouraging sportsmanship and teamwork.

Types of residential trips for schools

NST provides an array of residential trips suitable for KS1 and KS2 students. If you're considering a UK school trip, we offer a range of packages to trip destinations such as London, York, Edinburgh and the Isle of Wight. You'll be able to teach students about the UK's rich history and cultural landmarks, as well as taking part in exciting activities like ice-skating, bowling and sightseeing!

If you'd rather venture overseas, we have a selection of enriching residential trips to popular destinations throughout Europe. Whether it's visiting the Eiffel Tower in Paris or taking in the majestic landscape of Lake Garda, your students will be able to immerse themselves in new environments and mix with the locals. This can help students gain a deeper understanding of different cultures and lifestyles, whilst improving their language skills, critical thinking and problem-solving.

Why book a residential trip with us?

Our residential school trips are designed to educate and inspire through exploration, teamwork and fun! From hands-on learning workshops to unforgettable sightseeing tours, there's never a dull moment when you book a school trip with NST. We've been planning residential trips for school groups across the UK for decades. So, there's no request we can't accommodate for.

You'll have our support from the minute you get in touch, as well as throughout your trip and when you get back home. We'll assign you a dedicated NST contact for the entire experience. Whilst you're away, you'll also have unlimited support from our specialist reps - they'll be your local experts and you can get in touch with them 24/7.

We also provide complimentary inspection visits to your chosen destination, so you can be sure it's the best option for your group or class.

Want to learn more about our residential trips for schools? Just call 0845 293 7970 to talk to one of our team of travel specialists. Or take a look at some of our more popular school trips below.

Check out our residential trips below

Chateau d'ebblinghem.

Château d’Ebblinghem is perfect for school groups being set in a rural location just 8km east of St Omer in northern France, and just 45 minutes from the Channel ports.

The centre has four buildings designed with KS1 & KS2 groups in mind all accommodating student and teacher rooms together alongside dedicated dining and teacher areas. Our very on NST accommodation is a great place for young people to come and engage in team building activities, physical education and outdoor learning. 

Find out more information about Château d’Ebblinghem here

School residential trips to London offer young people a valuable new perspective outside of the classroom and a chance to experience the sights, sounds, hustle and bustle of a major global city. The capital also boasts a regular events programme that no other city can match, at least certainly not in the UK.

Find out more information about our London school trips here

Northern France - The Opal Coast

The Opal Coast is the perfect destination for groups seeking to enhance language skills through a range of educational and cultural visits. The area offers a range of seaside resorts, local markets, water and theme parks – so it’s perfect for French language groups to practise and enhance language skills, discover French culture and find time for a spot of group bonding too!

Find more information on our residential trips to the opal coast here

Residential school trips to York provide an incredible learning experience for children of all ages, particularly KS1 & KS2 school groups who are looking to learn more about one of the most iconic Roman cities in the UK.

Rich in ancient history, there seems to be a remarkable attraction at the end of every winding, cobbled street – from York Minster to The Shambles (famed setting of Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley). 

Find out more information about our residential trips to York here.

Scotland’s historic capital city provides a unique learning experience for primary and secondary students, filled with quality sights, landmarks and outdoor adventure. That means there’s a lot to consider when planning your ideal school trip to Edinburgh. 

Find more information on our residential trips to Edinburgh here

Isle of Wight

A school trip to the Isle of Wight is an exciting outdoor learning experience for primary school groups looking to explore rural life and enjoy activities outside of the classroom, perhaps for the first time.

Whether it’s exploring medieval castles, watching master craftsman blow decorative glassware or even analysing dinosaur fossils, you’ll certainly never be short of interesting things to do on this outdoor adventure.

Find more information on our residential trips to the Isle of Wight here.

Available at 12 PGL centres 

Restart adventure is available at 12 pgl centres .

Suitable for KS3    This new programme is designed to re-connect students with you, each other and with the great outdoors.  

Through our partnership with PGL, the UK's leading outdoor education provider, this exciting new 2-day programme offers fantastic value for money, and is designed to be a fun, uplifting and motivating adventure for your students.

Meet the Experts

Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their knowledge to create an itinerary that’s tailor-made, perfectly timed and meets your exact school travel needs. They’ll be able to share their first-hand experience, suggest options you might not have considered and give you insight into the feedback other teachers have given us too.

There’s a lot to contend with when travelling abroad, and many teachers find the service of NST’s Representatives invaluable. We can arrange for your representative to meet you on arrival, assist you with hotel check-in, advise on points of interest and public transport and provide your group with 24 hour emergency assistance. With NST, you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll never be on your own on your school tour.

They’ll also be happy to discuss your programme of visits, offer an insight into your destination and suggest popular evening activities too.

Planning your educational school trip?

If you're planning an educational school trip, our essential guide will take you through each step of the process.

• Choosing your destination
• Gaining approval from your Local Authority and/or your Head
• Promoting your tour in school
• Confirming your booking
• Tailor-make your tour
• Completing your risk assessments (including a sample risk assessment)
• Quick reference timeline
• Pre-tour checklist

Additional support, resources & information:

Tour planning service

With NST, you’ll get your own dedicated, knowledgeable Tour Co-ordinator who’ll work with you from start to finish. You’ll benefit from their unrivalled destination knowledge, and their experience gained from working with many other groups too. They’ll tailor-make your itinerary from scratch and take care of everything for you:

• Pulling together an itinerary that runs smoothly
• Planning the right balance of visits every day with realistic timings
• Pre-arranging and pre-booking your visits, entrance tickets, passes and meals

You’ll receive your final itinerary a full 4-weeks before you travel too.

FREE school trip promotion pack

We’ll support you and provide everything you need to advertise your school trip around school and to parents. Our free school trip promotion pack consists of:

• Parents’ letter & permission slip template for you to complete
• A3 posters to promote your trip around school
• PowerPoint presentation templates which you can tailor to your own needs
• Parents’ leaflets covering how NST manage safety, financial protection and details of our travel insurance
• Online parents’ video which showcases the benefits of taking a school trip

For selected destinations, we’ll provide a trip launch web page using video footage and imagery. This web page is provided by a weblink and can be shared with pupils and parents in many ways.

Risk assessment support including preview visits

Risk assessment plays a vitally important part in the planning and organisation on any school tour. Our  risk assessment guide  aims to help you understand more about your obligations and how you can more effectively manage group safety on your next educational visit and provide you with risk assessments for your trip.

Planning first school trip

Organising your first school trip can appear to be a daunting process.  If you're planning your first school trip, our guide will help to take you through each step of the planning process, answering frequently asked questions and providing tips and support along the way.  Our helpful guide covers the following: 

• Choosing your destination 
• Gaining approval from your Local Authority and/or your Head 
• Promoting your tour in school 
• Completing your risk assessments (including a sample risk assessment) 
• Quick reference timeline 
• Pre-tour checklist 

View our essential guide to a successful school trip here

Get live updates on your group's tour location

Locate My Trip uses GPS technology and is the easy, convenient way for your school to follow your location whilst on tour. Specifically designed to provide reassurance to both parents and teachers, NST will know where your group are 24/7. If your schedule needs to change, we’ll put plans in place to keep your tour on track. 

With Locate My Trip your group can also share photos and videos with the school and parents, via a secure link, to keep them updated on your experience whilst you’re away.

Watch our short Locate My Trip video  here .

Your online school trip organiser - My Tour Manager

Save time and stay on track with your school trip admin with our online orgnaniser - designed to help busy teachers like you.  With My Tour Manager, you'll be able to download FREE resources and access trip paperwork online and in one place. Your personalised checklist details what you need to do and by when, plus you'll receive fortnightly reminders too.  What's more, you can take all your trip documents on the go whilst on your tour with our app, My Tour Manager-On-the-Go.  Find out more and watch out short My Tour Manager video  here

Free classroom resources

We've created a range of free resources and educational posters to brighten up your classroom!  Take a look at our downloadable posters  here

Why choose NST...

Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...

• Unrivalled knowledge

Your  dedicated Tour Co-ordinator  will use their unrivalled local knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.

• Making it easier for you

With our  online school trip organiser ,  travel app ,  free classroom posters  and trip launch resources to support your in-school promotion.

• Free group leader inspection visits

We offer a  free inspection visit  to your chosen destination to support your risk assessment planning. 

• Value for money

We’re committed to bringing you the best possible value trips to help make every penny count.

• More than 50 years’ experience

With over 50 years’ experience , with NST you can rest assured that  your group is in safe hands.

• Risk assessment guidance

Our  risk assessment guidance  will help you to manage group safety on your next educational trip.

• Peace of mind

Your group’s location can be followed with our trip tracking device -  Locate My Trip  - plus you’ll have  24/7 support from us whilst you’re away. ​

• Offsetting carbon emissions

For every trip taken,  we'll plant a Maya nut tree in Peru  to support reforestation, local communities & biodiversity. Plus,  we'll offset an additional tonne of CO2  to guarantee carbon emission reductions. 

Looking for protection on your next school trip? 

Booking with a school travel company is the best way for you to protect parents’ money and give yourself peace of mind.  

Don’t forget – if your school arranges transport, accommodation and other services directly, you’ll be liable under the Package Travel Regulations – meaning you’ll have all the responsibilities of a travel company, both legal and financial. 

Financial protection from the moment you book

NST are fully bonded:

Managing safety on school trips

For your protection, NST's independently audited Safety Management System covers:

• 24-hour emergency cover
• Audited accommodation & transport
• Excursions & school visit assessment
• Group leader preview visits to assist with risk assessment planning

We're LOtC Council’s Quality Badge assured

The Department for Education advises schools to always look for the LOtC Quality Badge when choosing a school travel provider.

Bring outdoor learning to life

A relevant and dynamic approach, get in touch to book or chat , school residential trips and activity days in scotland | classroom outdoors.

Our programmes are designed in alignment with Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence, promoting holistic growth and empowering pupils to develop essential social and personal skills. Through our outdoor activity programmes, pupils build self-esteem, deepen relationships, and grow their confidence and resilience.

We offer a variety of residential and day packages to suit your group, and our team of qualified and experienced staff are dedicated to ensuring that every pupil has a safe and enjoyable experience.

Book your school residential trip or activity day with us today and experience:

• Over 30 years of expertise in delivering exceptional school residential experiences
• Residential and day packages to suit your group
• Our team of qualified and experienced staff
• Our Christian ethos, ensuring every pupil feels valued, safe and included

Find out more about our three residential activity centres

Lendrick Muir

Central location near kinross, up to 120 pupils.

Alltnacriche

Amazing location near aviemore, up to 53 pupils.

Peaceful location in Ayrshire

Up to 40 pupils.

Primary Schools

Whether you’re planning a primary school residential trip for a class of P4 or 5 pupils embarking on their first adventure away from home, or organising an unforgettable end-of-primary trip for a P7 group, our centres offer the perfect setting. These trips often mark a significant milestone in a child’s life, building confidence, independence and resilience, as they stay away from home, often for the first time. Our centre teams are dedicated to creating an environment where every pupil can thrive, learn and grow. The memories from these adventures often last a lifetime - can you remember your first school trip?

Secondary Schools

Whether you’re planning a teambuilding trip for your S1 pupils, specialised leadership or prefect training, or a focused study residential, we’re here to help tailor your experience. Our activities provide unique opportunities to challenge young minds, build leadership skills and improve self-esteem and confidence.

We’re passionate about creating transformative secondary school experiences that leave a lasting impact on pupils’ futures. Our experienced staff will collaborate with you to create unique and impactful programmes tailored to your specific objectives.

Outdoor learning has a positive impact on young people, and when that learning is of high quality the impact can be life changing. For many, just being outdoors can have a huge benefit in terms of health and well-being, stimulating curiosity and developing an appreciation of the world around them.

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Our Primary School Trips

We’re experts in planning school trips for primary schools. Whether you’re looking for a   short UK trip, or a tour a little further afield, our team of travel specialists are on hand to help.

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• Enjoy an Island Gems Fossil trip and find footprint casts left behind by dinosaurs
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Woodlands Adventure West Midlands is situated in 30 acres of woodland offering both residential and outdoor activity day trip experiences for schools, girl guides, Scouts, youth groups and H.E. Groups can enjoy many varied outdoor team building pursuits.

Benmore Outdoor Residential Centre Loch Lomond

Benmore Outdoor Centre Loch Lomond Scotland is located in the magnificent Benmore Botanic Garden. The scenic location and highly skilled, experienced team provide outstanding outdooe residential enrichment learning experiences for schools and educational groups all year long.

Tile Barn Outdoor Centre Brockenhurst Hampshire

Tile Barn Outdoor Centre in Brockenhurst provides adventurous school trips and outdoor pursuits where students can take part in a variety of thrilling activities, ranging from archery and climbing to mountain biking and bushcraft skills.

High Ropes & Lasergaming Oxford

Our programmes incorporate Lasergaming, Oxfordshire's ONLY High Ropes Tree-Top adventure Course, Tree climbing, Crate Stacking, orienteering, team challenges, team task stations and much more.

Skern Lodge Outdoor Learning and Development Residential Centre North Devon

Skern Lodge is one of the leading providers of outdoor learning and development in the UK. Offering a wide range of adventurous outdoor activities and geography fieldwork opportunities from its Centre on the North Devon coast.

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre Day Visits

Located in the New Forest National Park, Avon Tyrrell, the UK Youth Outdoor Activity Centre is an established site offering outdoor learning opportunities.

Mill on the Brue Residential Outdoor Activity Centre Somerset

The award winning Residential Centre sleeps 134 students in bunk bedded accommodation & aims to give the best outdoor experience you have had with many exciting, fun & challenging outdoor pursuits and a strong emphasis on team work and the environment.

Path Hill Outdoors Environmental Outdoor Activities

We offer outdoor challenges, combining personal and social development with an understanding and respect for the natural environment.

Rock UK Whithaugh Park Residential Adventure Centre Scottish Borders Scotland

Rock UK Whithaugh Park is situated in the unspoilt landscape of the Scottish Borders, Liddesdale in Scotland is an incredible outdoor adventure centre offering a wide range of outdoor and indoor activities all year round to schools and educational groups.

Camp Redwood Back To Basics Residential Centre Sherwood Forest Nottingham

Camp Redwood Residential Centre in Sherwood Forest in Nottingham is a unique venue providing pupils with the opportunity to get back to basics with outdoor experiences designed to help them develop and grow on a perfect school day trip.

Kingswood Isle of Wight Residential Centre

With stunning views over Whitecliff Bay and offering direct beach access, this 100-acre clifftop centre is a hit with students of all ages.

Pinkery Outdoor Residential Learning Centre Exmoor

Pinkery is Exmoor National Park’s centre for Outdoor Learning. Built as an upland farmhouse, the original building has been expanded to create a unique moorland residential centre.

Summer Stays at the University of Edinburgh

Summer Stays at the University of Edinburgh offers comfortable yet affordable campus accommodation for school groups. A great place for groups seeking to sleep, eat, learn and train within a secure estate, surrounded by landscaped gardens and parks.

The Towers An Active Learning Centre Wales

The Towers Active Learning Centre is located in Snowdonia National Park, perfect for a residential outdoor adventure were you will explore and experience mountain expeditions, climbing and so many more outdoor activities for your students to enjoy.

OA Surf Club Residential Accommodation Bude Cornwall

If you are looking for an unforgettable group getaway for your school students, OA Surf Club provides a stunning cliff side location overlooking the beautiful beaches of Widemouth Bay in Bude, Cornwall and a fantastic range of outdoor activities.

High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre Yorkshire

High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre in Yorkshire is an outdoor education provider, created to provide the best school trips from 3 to 5 days. With high levels of activity that is fun and educational this place will make school days memorable.

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