Two day Battlefield Tours

Who's it for?

  • Educational Guided History, Secondary School

Key Highlights

  • Expert guide support throughout
  • Study the causes of the First World War
  • More time for personal pilgrimages
  • Explore differing landscapes, living conditions and nature of the fighting
  • Time for reflection at different locations
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On a two-day school battlefield trip with Anglia, your students will have the chance to:

  • Compare the wide-open, predominantly rural, Somme battlefields of 1916, with the mud and devastation of the Ypres Salient
  • Look at how the nature of the British Army changed as a result of its experiences through the Great War
  • Consider the tactical and technological developments which were brought in as the war progressed

Our two-day battlefield tours also allow more time for personal pilgrimages, the opportunity for you to follow in the footsteps of individuals and units, and time for reflection at the various locations visited.

Trip Details

Key locations

Take a look at the range of visits that may be included in the itinerary of your two-day WW1 battlefield tour:

Look at our sample itineraries for more inspiration!

Take a look at our 2-day sample itinerary for Ypres and Somme, 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.

Ypres

  • Causes of the First World War
  • The nature of trench warfare
  • Life in the trenches
  • The role of women
  • The uniform, equipment, and weapons of a British Tommy
  • The ethos of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Somme

  • Kitchener's Army and the Pals Battalions
  • Recruitment
  • ‘Going over the top’
  • The nature of trench warfare
  • Life in the trenches
  • The development of Mine warfare on the Western Front

Your price will include

  • Fully guided service
  • Tailor-made itinerary
  • An executive coach for your exclusive use
  • Return crossings with ferry or Eurotunnel
  • 1 free teacher place for every 10 paying students
  • All entrance fees associated with your visit

Fun and cultural visits in Ypres

There's more to our battlefields trips 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!

Visit a local chocolate shop and collect some tasty souvenirs
Experience thrilling rides and attractions at Bellewaerde theme park
Get in the competitive spirit at the bowling alley
Make use of the games, sport equipment and activities at your accommodation

Belgian Chocolate Shops

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!

Why choose Anglia for Guided History Trips?

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 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.

This trip was far more than a history lesson. It was a powerful, immersive experience that brought home the scale of the conflict, the sacrifice of those who served, and the importance of remembrance. Students and staff returned tired but inspired, with a deeper appreciation for the past. The History Department would like to thank all the staff, students, parents, and tour guides who made this special trip such a success, as well as our amazing driver David.
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy Ypres, 2025
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