School trips to Liverpool

Why visit Liverpool?

A strategically important port

Liverpool’s prominence rose greatly during the Industrial Revolution as a major port for transatlantic trade, with the famous Albert Docks dating back to 1839.

In fact, the strategic importance of the port was recognised by both Churchill and Hitler in the Second World War. The Battle of the Atlantic was planned, fought and won from Liverpool, while the city also suffered a blitz second only to that experienced in London.

As such, Liverpool offers some exciting educational opportunities for school groups studying WW2 and life in wartime Britain. One of our favourite visits is the Western Approaches Museum. This spectacular museum is housed in a secret underground bunker beneath the streets of Liverpool. The bunker was an important base for tacticians helping to plan the Allied route to victory.

Another great visit is the Merseyside Maritime Museum, located in the Royal Albert Dock. Inside is the international slavery museum, where you’ll learn more about Liverpool’s seafaring heritage, from its role in the slave trade to its pivotal role in the Battle of the Atlantic.

And why not combine your educational school trip to Liverpool with a visit to nearby Manchester, which also boasts some great attractions, such as the Manchester United museum, and experiences dedicated to life in WW2 Britain.

One of the UK’s most creative cities

If you’re looking for a trip to inspire your young artists, then Liverpool is a fantastic destination.

Liverpool is a famously creative city centre, with many famous musicians, artists, comedians and actors hailing from the city. For example, the Beatles Story takes visitors on a nostalgic British music experience through the lives, times, and culture of the Fab Four. It is also home to more international modern art galleries and museums than any other city in the UK apart from London.

If you want your students to understand the history of British art better, make sure you visit the Walker Art Gallery, which itself has one of the largest art collections in England. Most famous for its impressive collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, the collection includes works from the 14th century right up to the 20th century.

For a glimpse into the world of contemporary international art, make sure you don’t miss a visit to the Tate Liverpool. And if you have any students interested in multimedia, a visit to the Foundation for Art & Creative Technology is a must!

You can even explore sculpture with visits to see Another Place by Antony Gormley on Crosby Beach and Dream by Jaume Plensa in St. Helens.