If your students are studying British and Irish political history, a school trip to Belfast is an unmissable opportunity!
You don’t have to go far to engage and inspire your pupils.
We offer a range of educational school trips in the UK to support your curriculum outside the classroom, whether it's art, geography, science, performing arts, or something else.
As an experienced travel operator, built and run by former teachers, we're here to help you get your UK school trips off the ground. We offer free teacher places, support with risk assessments, cancellation guarantees, and end-to-end planning and support from the moment you enquire.
Get in touch with our team to get started.
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Political History Trip to Belfast
Art Trip to Bristol
Bristol is home to one of the UK's most exciting contemporary art scenes, making it ideal for an art school trip!
£95PP
Geography Trip to Cornwall and Eden Project
Explore coastal landscapes, ecosystems and sustainability on a geography school trip to Cornwall and the Eden Project!
£165PP
Art Trip to Cornwall
Cornwall has a long history of inspiring artists and offers some incredible experiences for art school trips!
£155PP
Residential Trip to Cornwall
Looking for a residential school trip to boost your students' wellbeing? There's no better choice than spectacular Cornwall!
£155PP
General & Cultural Trip to Edinburgh
Your school trip to Edinburgh will be an unforgettable introduction to the history and culture of Scotland for your students!
£258PP
Art Trip to Edinburgh
Your school trip to Edinburgh offers your students the exciting opportunity to discover the rich artistic heritage of Scotland!
£242PP
Medicine Through Time In Edinburgh
Your school trip to Edinburgh will allow your students to explore a number of key developments in the history of medicine!
£258PP
Art Trip to Glasgow
With so many incredible art galleries and museums, Glasgow is a fantastic choice for an art school trip within the UK!
£85PP
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Activities in The UK that your school group will love
Imperial War Museum London
Through its exhibitions, collections and varied programmes, the Imperial War Museum London offers a stimulating and memorable learning experience.
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum is the world's leading museum of natural history.
Eden Project
The Eden Project is an educational charity, social enterprise and visitor attraction located close to St Austell in Cornwall.
York Castle Museum
At York Castle, students can get a real taste for life in the cells, and the history of crime and punishment in Britain.
Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle's history dates back over 900 years, from Norman times right through to the Tudor period and beyond.
Tudor World Museum - Shakespeare Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon led by the Bard himself.
West End Show
Take your group to London's famous West End and catch an incredible show.
Tate St. Ives
Tate St Ives is one of the four Tate Galleries across the UK and in 2017 was refurbished and extended.
National Theatre Backstage Tours
Get exclusive access to unseen parts of the National Theatre on a tour led by experienced and enthusiastic guides.
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Why should you stay in the UK on your next school trip?
Unrivalled history and culture
The UK has such a fascinating history and rich culture – those of us who live here often forget how lucky we are in this regard!
Head to Stratford-Upon-Avon to learn about the Tudors and Elizabethan England, or York to learn more about the history of crime and punishment. Or visit one of the big cities, such as London, Liverpool, or Manchester to find out what life was like on the home front during WW2.
Your group could even head to Glasgow for some of the UK’s best art museums. In Cornwall, you could visit artists’ studios while, in Bristol, take part in a street art walking tour.
Unforgettable experiences
Have you been asked to arrange a trip that gives your group opportunities to enjoy activities or experiences that wouldn’t be provided in a normal week?
We have residential trips that are perfect for both secondary and primary school groups.
You can choose from a great variety of destinations, including Yorkshire, the Peak District, Cornwall, the Lake District and the West Midlands. You can choose from an incredible variety of activities and experiences, from snowsports, water sports and adventure sports to shelter building, visiting a theme park or exploring a medieval castle.
Incredible landscapes
Here in the UK, we’re incredibly lucky to have some spectacular scenery right on our doorstep.
You could explore coastal landscapes and sustainability on a geography-focused visit to Cornwall. Or perhaps try the vast moorland and deep dales of the North York Moors. Or how about heading to the Yorkshire Dales to see the effects of hydrology on the landscape?
There are plenty of fantastic destinations that will benefit pupils by getting outside, having fun, and boosting learning all at the same time.
Where to visit in The UK
Belfast
Belfast is popular among politics groups who want to learn more about the complicated political history of the UK and Ireland.
Here, your students can learn more about the partition of Ireland and the Troubles.
Bristol
Bristol is one of the UK’s most vibrant cities.
The city resonates with art groups who want to immerse themselves in the thriving contemporary art scene. Make sure you don't miss out on the fascinating street art walking tour - this is Banksy's hometown, after all!
Cornwall
Cornwall is the ideal school trip destination to learn about the epic coastal landscapes, sustainability and ecosystems and biodiversity.
Meanwhile, art students can visit the studios of local artists and well-known galleries like the Tate.
Edinburgh
Scotland’s long association with medical developments makes Edinburgh the perfect choice to learn more about medicine through time.
Edinburgh is also a great option for a cultural experience, allowing your students to discover a part of the UK they may not have visited before.
Glasgow
Glasgow is a popular choice for groups keen to see the city's incredible artistic heritage.
There's a fantastic range of art museums and galleries, ensuring that your students will return home feeling inspired.
Lake District
The Lake District offers your students an exciting adventure surrounded by dramatic landscape!
The Lake District is most popular for residential school trips during Activities Week. That's because we can arrange for school groups to try a variety of water sports and adventure sports on and around Lake Windermere.
London
The huge variety of educational visits on offer makes London a great destination for almost any secondary or primary school trip.
So, whether you're looking to inspire your English literature, history, performing arts or religious studies students, London is a no-brainer.
Nottingham
Nottingham are most popular for Activities Week, as we can arrange for you to stay at the National Water Sports Centre in Holme Pierrepont.
Just outside of the city centre, your students will love trying the various water sports on offer at the Sports Centre.
Peak District
Learn and develop in one of the most spectacular areas of the UK.
Our trips to the Peak District are most popular during Activities Week, thanks to the diverse outdoor experiences available. Visit the stately home of Chatsworth, explore caverns, and take in the views of the Heights of Abraham.
West Midlands
In the West Midlands, students can enjoy a diverse range of activities – all just a short coach journey from your school.
You can go to Warwick Castle, experience the rides at Alton Towers, enjoy an action-adventure day at Conkers, and even try your hand at snow sports.
York
York is one of the UK's most historic cities, making it a popular choice for British history groups.
York is particularly useful for those studying crime and punishment. It's also a great choice for an Activities Week thanks to the great range of visits and activities available in and around the city.
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Thinking about a school residential trip? Need some inspiration? We’ve got everything you need to know about school residentials right here.
28 Feb 2023
Are you looking for a primary school trip to enhance your KS2 learning? Do you want to get your primary pupils out of the classroom and help them to explore the wider world around them? We have lots of exciting, engaging educational experiences that are ideal for pupils in years 3-6.
28 Feb 2023
Thinking about a secondary school trip but need some inspiration and support? Don't worry, our school travel experts are here to help with a collection of the best ideas for your group.
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FAQs
I can’t see the destination I’m looking to travel to, can you still help me with my trip?
Of course.
We've got great relationships with suppliers all over the world, so we should be able to arrange something for you to suit your budget and trip objectives in your preferred destination.
Just get in touch with us and we'll let you know what we can do.
Do you offer travel insurance?
We do. Travel insurance is an optional extra and you can find out more about it in our travel insurance resource (which includes the policy documents and FAQs).
If you decide against arranging this insurance through us (which is absolutely fine, by the way), please just remember you must have suitable travel and medical insurance to cover your group.
What accommodation options are available?
The accommodation options that are available vary depending on the destination but we're usually able to arrange everything from hostel-style accommodation to more luxurious hotels.
On each of the trip pages, you'll see some accommodation options - these are usually the most popular for those destinations, but we often have plenty of other options available. You'll discuss accommodation options (and budget) with your Tour Adviser when they're putting your quote together, so don't be afraid to let them know if you want something different.
We only work with accommodation options that are suitable for schools. As a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), you can be certain that all accommodation contracted by us complies with local legislation with respect to fire and general safety, is contracted by trained Halsbury Travel staff or reputable agents, receives a standard audit and risk assessment prior to use by Halsbury Travel and receives a supplementary audit if it is used on five or more occasions in a year.
Can the trip itinerary be adapted to my curriculum and requirements?
Every single trip we arrange is tailor-made, so yes, the itinerary can be adapted.
Our Tour Advisers and Itinerary Coordinators are all experienced school travel specialists. They'll work closely with you to make sure your itinerary supports your learning objectives. They'll be able to offer suggestions and advice to make sure you make the most of your time.
So, when you're browsing through our school trips, just remember that the itineraries and activities you see are there for inspiration only - your own itinerary can look as similar or as different as you want.
Equally, we've suggested trip durations based on what groups usually request - if you want to go for a shorter or longer duration, just let us know.
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