Step into Industrial History

Black Country Living Museum: Industrial Heritage

Discover the sights, sounds and stories of Britain’s industrial past at Black Country Living Museum, where students explore recreated streets and meet living-history characters.

Step into Industrial History

Black Country Living Museum: Industrial Heritage

Discover the sights, sounds and stories of Britain’s industrial past at Black Country Living Museum, where students explore recreated streets and meet living-history characters.

What students can experience

Exploring Historic Streets

Walk through authentic recreated streets to see daily life and period shops in action.

Hands-On Industrial Skills

Try your hand at traditional blacksmithing and metalwork demonstrations.

Living History Encounters

Meet costumed characters who bring Black Country stories and local voices to life.

Traditional Crafts Workshop

Craft traditional skills like pottery, weaving and shoemaking in this hands-on workshop.

Why Schools Love it

A hands-on visit where students explore recreated streets, meet costumed characters and try traditional crafts, ideal for engaging learners aged 9-16.

  • Engaging hands-on industrial history trip

  • Ideal for KS2–KS4 history classes

  • Affordable prices with great value

Best suited for students aged 9 to 16, across KS2 to KS4

Practical arrangements, accessibility, transport and timings will be confirmed as part of your tailored trip proposal.

Additional things we can include…

(subject to pricing & availability)

Return coach travel • Free teacher places • Attraction entry • Guided visits • Educational workshops • Theatre tickets • Stadium tours • River cruises • Additional activities • Evening entertainment • Meals and packed lunches • Accommodation • Insurance • Rep service • A tailored itinerary • And much more…Return coach travel • Free teacher places • Attraction entry • Guided visits • Educational workshops • Theatre tickets • Stadium tours • River cruises • Additional activities • Evening entertainment • Meals and packed lunches • Accommodation • Insurance • Rep service • A tailored itinerary • And much more…

Frequently asked questions

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Yes. We can arrange suitable coach travel from your school and build the journey around your group, timings and chosen attraction.

Absolutely. We’ll shape the day around your students, learning objectives, budget and available time rather than giving you a fixed package.

Your quotation will clearly explain everything included in your trip, such as transport, admission and any pre-booked activities. We believe in one clear price without important extras appearing later.

Yes. Tell us about your group’s requirements and we’ll work with you and the attraction to understand the available arrangements before you book.

Yes! Depending on travel times and availability, we can combine attractions or activities to create a fuller day for your students.

Complete our short enquiry form or speak to our team. We’ll learn what you want the day to achieve and create a proposal around your school.

Resources to help you plan

💰 How much will it cost?

See what your school trip could cost, what’s included and the options available to suit your budget.

✅ How do I get SLT approval?

Everything you need to build a strong case for your trip and get senior leadership on board.

⚠️ What should I do about risk assessments?

Understand what’s required, what’s already covered and how to travel with confidence.

👶 First-time party leader?

Everything you need to plan and lead your first school trip with confidence.

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An incredible experience from start to finish. The students came back more confident and inspired.
Mrs L. ThompsonHead of Geography
An incredible experience from start to finish. The students came back more confident and inspired.
Mrs L. ThompsonHead of Geography
An incredible experience from start to finish. The students came back more confident and inspired.
Mrs L. ThompsonHead of Geography
An incredible experience from start to finish. The students came back more confident and inspired.
Mrs L. ThompsonHead of Geography

Why us?

We make it feel effortless. 

Taking students beyond the classroom can change what they understand, what they remember and even what they believe they’re capable of.

You make that possible.

Our job is to make everything around it brilliantly simple.

Rock-star treatment, every step of the way

Our customers feel genuinely known, supported and cared for. You’ll meet us face to face, know the people planning your trip and always have someone to turn to. Problems are handled, a brilliant rep is there on the ground, and you’re supported 24/7 until everyone is safely home.

Leaving you free to teach and enjoy the moments that matter.

Built around your students. Not a brochure.

No packages pulled from a shelf. We start with what you want your students to experience, learn and remember — then build the trip around them.

One price. No nasty surprises.

The price we agree is the price you can plan around. No creeping extras. No awkward conversations later. Just clarity from the start.

“They make travelling with a school group seamless.” — Ms Newman, The Mount School, York

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