Learning outside the classroom
School Visits
Berkeley Castle invites schools to visit and explore centuries of history and fascinating stories! All school visits include a guided tour of the castle, tailored to the age of the children and class topic. In addition, there are teacher-led activities for school groups to enjoy such as searching for majestic guests in the adventure play area, a mini beast hunt in the woods and boules on Queen Elizabeth I’s bowling green.
Per child (under 18): £7.50
For every 10 children, an adult is admitted free of charge
1-1 teaching assistants are admitted free of charge
Additional adults: £14.00
If you would like to plan a visit, please contact Helen Berryman on 01454 810303 or helen.berryman@berkeley-castle.com.
We also offer optional 30 minute workshops during your visit:-
Create a Stained-Glass Window (Key Stage 1 & 2)
Children will create a personalised stained-glass window with tissue paper exploring the historical meaning of colours
Create your own Coat of Arms (Key Stage 1, 2, 3)
Children will design a unique coat of arms that reflects their own personality and interests
History Detectives (Key Stage 1, 2, 3)
Children will handle and explore historical artefacts in small groups, working together to identify and learn about each object
Historical Hysterical Critters – Life as a Tudor Peasant (Key Stage 1 & 2)
Step back to Tudor times with the castle’s spit-boy and enjoy an interactive experience with three animals while learning about life during the period
Historical Hysterical Critters – An Audience with Queen Elizabeth I (Key Stage 1 & 2)
Meet Queen Elizabeth I and enjoy a hands-on encounter with three animals, while exploring life in the Elizabethan era
(Lesson plans and links to the National Curriculum can be provided for teachers on request)
Workshop cost per child: £2
Historical Hysterical Critters workshop – 2 session (60 children max): £120
Historical Hysterical Critters workshop – 4 sessions (120 children max): £180
