Primary School Trips to North Yorkshire

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Who's it for?

  • Primary School

Key Highlights

  • Visit the monastic ruins of the famous Whitby Abbey
  • Spend the day at Robin Hoods Bay
  • Take a ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
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Discover the great outdoors like never before with an educational tour of North Yorkshire.

Taking in rugged coastal geography, wild moorland and diverse sea life, our primary school trips offer a great range of outdoor and learning activities.

If you're feeling particularly brave, have a treetop adventure at Go Ape Dalby Forest, or take a (tailored!) guided Ghost Walk around Whitby or Robin Hood's Bay.

From English and History to Science and Nature, our Key Stage 2 school trips to North Yorkshire can take in all sorts of study topics. Simply contact us today to start building your bespoke itinerary.

Sample Itinerary

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Sample itinerary for a 1 day trip

Day 1
Morning

Early departure for the North Yorkshire Moors to enjoy curriculum led activities at the Moors National Park Centre

Afternoon

Visit the monastic ruins of Whitby Abbey. If time allows spend some free time in the town of Whitby for sightseeing, shopping, the beach or their famous fish & chips!

Evening

Return to school

Sample itinerary for a 2 day trip

Day 1
Morning

Depart school

Afternoon

Visit the monastic ruins of the famous Whitby Abbey followed by free time in the town

Evening

Arrive accommodation for evening meal

Day 2
Morning

Spend the day at Robin Hoods Bay hunting for fossils, rock pooling and exploring the beach

Evening

Depart for school

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Sample itinerary for a 3 day trip

Day 1
Morning

Depart school

Afternoon

Visit the monastic ruins of the famous Whitby Abbey followed by free time in the town

Evening

Arrive accommodation for evening meal

Day 2
Morning

Spend the day at Robin Hoods Bay hunting for fossils, rock pooling and exploring the beach

Evening

After dinner choose from a ghost walk or a story telling evening around Robin Hoods Bay or Whitby

Day 3
Morning

Enjoy outdoor activities at The Moors National Park Centre

Afternoon

Depart for school

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Sample itinerary for a 4 day trip

Day 1
Morning

Depart school

Afternoon

Visit the monastic ruins of the famous Whitby Abbey followed by free time in the town

Evening

Arrive accommodation for evening meal

Day 2
Morning

Spend the day at Robin Hoods Bay hunting for fossils, rock pooling and exploring the beach

Evening

After dinner choose from a ghost walk or a story telling evening around Robin Hoods Bay or Whitby

Day 3
Morning

Enjoy outdoor activities at The Moors National Park Centre

Afternoon

Take a ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Evening

Return to accommodation for evening meal

Day 4
Morning

Activities at Dalby Forest Go Ape

Afternoon

Depart for return journey back to school

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Trip Details

Educational Visits In North Yorkshire
The Moors National Park Centre
Whitby Abbey
Robin Hood's Bay
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Sealife Scarborough
Eden Camp

Other Study Visits

  • Dracula Story
    Did you know that Dracula has a connection to Whitby? A must-see on primary school visits and English trips, the Dracula Story uses animated scenes, electronic special effects and live actors to explore the connections between the spooky villain and the seaside town.
  • Conisborough Castle
    Immerse your class in the world of medieval castles, as you explore the unique cylindrical keep on a school tour of Conisborough Castle. Pupils will be encouraged to imagine what life was like for the wealthy Warenne family and the people who worked at the castle, compared to our lives today.

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Recommended Cultural Visits

Ghost Walk
Storytelling Evening
Go Ape Dalby Forest

Other Cultural Visits

  • Lightwater Valley
    Reward your pupils and have an awesome day out with a school trip to Lightwater Valley. Enjoy thrill rides including the UK's longest rollercoaster - The Ultimate, and brave the Splash Falls. Tuck into lunch on the lawns or in the cafes before taking a ride on the Lightwater Express train or hopping on the carousel.
  • Carlton Lodge Activity Centre
    From abseiling to zip wires, activities here are designed to educate, excite, inspire, test, and reward in an outdoor setting that can challenge and motivate. Get a quote for your school visit to Carlton Lodge Activity Centre from our experts now.
  • Alpamare
    Alpamare is a new kind of water experience for the UK. With a wave pool, 35 degree infinity pool, scenic gardens and exciting slides, school groups at Alpamare can enjoy a day of fun, relaxation and togetherness. It's also an exceptionally warm, clean, friendly and safe environment for kids.
  • Flamingoland
    This premier theme park resort has a great range of ‘extreme’ rides alongside all the usual family favourites. If you have time on your school trip to Flamingoland, there's even a zoo and conservation centre to visit too.
  • National Centre for Birds of Prey
    Located within the stunning grounds of Duncombe Park, The National Centre for Birds of Prey (NCBP) is the largest collection of these magnificent creatures in the north of England. School trips to NCBP can see over 100 birds, including eagles, vultures, falcons, hawks, and owls. The highlight of any school visit is the flying demonstrations, with different birds flying at each show.
  • Whitby Crazy Golf
    A nine hole course featuring a Windmill obstacle, a Space Rocket and a Watermill (without water). Crazy golf at it's best! A lovely bit of light relief to round off your primary school trip.

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