For those studying Pearson Edexcel’s GCSE History Option 11: The British Sector of the Western Front 1914-18: Injuries, Treatment and the Trenches, this tour provides an engaging and relevant introduction to the warfare context and historical environment of Medicine on the Western Front. The itinerary has even been endorsed by the Pearson Edexcel exam board.
Our fascinating day trip brings the topic alive for students, helping them to visualise the more physical problems of the environment outside of the classroom. From witnessing the effects of mine warfare at Lochnagar Crater, to live demonstrations of period equipment and medical supplies at Auchonvillers, or visualising the issues of health and hygiene in the trenches at Bayernwald.
Take a look at the range of visits that may be included in your Surgery & Treatment 1-day itinerary:
Take a look at our 1-day sample itinerary for Surgery & Treatment, where you'll find the full selection of visits available to include in your history tour.
Your guided tour will incorporate the following key study themes to support your learning back in the classroom.
This itinerary has been reviewed by the awarding body to confirm that it suitably enhances the teaching and learning process for the related Pearson qualification. A Pearson subject representative has attended the associated tour to ensure that its content meets the requirements of the qualification it is aimed at and to confirm that it is suitable for the intended audience of the qualification.The review confirms that the itinerary and the tour support the content of this qualification and that the locations covered in each visit and the key outcomes to be delivered as part of each visit enrich the overall learning experience of the course or part of the course it is aimed at.
Endorsement does not cover the Tour Operator nor does it cover the suitability of the individual tour guide who delivers the itinerary on the day. The delivery of the tour and individual experience of the tour are not the responsibility of Pearson; participants are referred to the Tour Operator’s confirmation of booking for further information including pricing structures.
Endorsement of an itinerary and a tour does not cover any other resources produced by the Tour Operator to support the qualification or that will be used to deliver the tour. Whilst Pearson is satisfied that the itinerary and the tour itself are capable of enriching and supporting the achievement of the qualification, it is not essential for studying the qualification. The official specification is the only authoritative source in respect of the qualification content and should be used for definitive guidance to ensure that all learning objectives are fulfilled.
Why not extend your battlefields trip to a 2-day tour so that you have more time to enjoy some fun and exciting visits? There's more to our battlefields tours than gaining a deeper understanding of the impact of WWI. We can include a variety of alternative and fun experiences to provide opportunities for cultural immersion, student bonding, and a change of pace from the more poignant elements of your tour. Take a look at below for inspiration, or contact us for more ideas - we're happy to offer suggestions for your group!
We recommend visiting a local chocolate shop during your trip in Ypres. This experience is always a firm favourite among our groups, giving your students the chance to browse the delicious chocolate available, and pick up some sweet treats for their family back home (and of course, for themselves too!)
Watch our video to hear more from Hans at Leonidas Chocolate Shop about his experiences working with Anglia Tours, welcoming school groups to his shop, and of course, his assortment of delicious Belgian chocolate!
At Anglia we care about our customers, our staff, the places we visit, the stories we tell and the organisations we work with. These key principles define who we are and what we do. We believe they are also the reason why Anglia is the market leader in fully-guided history trips for UK schools. We work with you to design a bespoke tour which meets the specific needs of your school and which supports what you are teaching in class. We start by asking what you want your students to see and what you want them to experience then build the tour around these requirements. A tour which, as the testimonials on our website show, your students will find thought-provoking, engaging and enjoyable.
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