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School Trips in Yorkshire at Eden Camp WWII Museum

Looking for an engaging educational school trip in Yorkshire?

Eden Camp Modern History Museum in Malton, North Yorkshire, offers pupils an immersive opportunity to discover what life was like during the Second World War.

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Guided school visits

About the experience

Set within an original former prisoner-of-war camp, Eden Camp brings history to life through atmospheric exhibitions, authentic wartime surroundings and interactive learning experiences. Pupils can explore the experiences of civilians, service personnel and communities during wartime while developing a deeper understanding of this important period in British history.

Ideal for history-focused school visits, Eden Camp offers a memorable learning experience that can complement classroom teaching and inspire pupils to ask questions, investigate the past and understand how historical events shaped everyday life.

Family Fun Days Out At Eden Camp

Why choose Eden Camp for a school visit?

Eden Camp offers a distinctive alternative to traditional classroom learning, giving pupils the opportunity to experience history in an engaging and memorable setting outside the classroom. 

  • Experience history first-hand: Explore atmospheric wartime exhibitions and discover the realities of life during the Second World War through immersive, sensory displays and authentic wartime settings. 

  • Develop historical understanding: Investigate how the war affected civilians, families, communities and military personnel.

  • Connect classroom learning with real-world experiences: Use historical displays and authentic surroundings to support classroom topics.

  • Ask questions and think critically: Consider historical evidence, compare experiences and explore how life has changed over time.

  • Learn across different subjects: Support the National Curriculum and connect historical themes with geography, citizenship, art, design and technology, and other relevant areas of study.

  • Create lasting memories with an educational day out that pupils and teachers can enjoy together.

Child And Hurricane Plane At Eden Camp Modern History Museum

Pricing

We are only able to accept bookings from Primary and Middle School groups up to age of 11 years old.

  • Admission: £8 per pupil

  • Staff admission: Free admission for teaching staff at a 1:5 ratio

A minimum supervision ratio of 1 adult per 10 pupils is required for all school groups. 

To book please fill in the form below and we will be in touch about confirming the booking.

*Please note that autumn availability fills up fast, so please be flexible with your dates and fill in the form at the earliest, as it allows us to process you as quick as possible. 

Booking Form 2026 Eden Camp Risk Assessment (1)

  1. KS2 History School Trips

    Eden Camp is particularly relevant to schools teaching the Second World War and related twentieth-century history topics.

    Teachers can use the museum's exhibitions to complement lessons about wartime Britain, the experiences of ordinary people and the social changes brought about by conflict.

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School and Educational Visit FAQ’s

Yes. Pre-booking a visit is essential. This will help us ensure that you have the best possible experience and will help us to prevent the Museum from becoming over-crowded.

To book a visit, our Bookings Team will need to know your preferred date, number and age group/Key Stage of students, and number of staff in attendance. All details required are on the booking form here.

Currently we can accommodate a maximum of 500 students per day so we can ensure a safe and enjoyable visit for all. We operate a 1:5 ratio of staff to students.

We normally recommend around 3-4 hours, however visits can take longer with large groups.

Please use the coach lane and drive up to the barrier. The leading staff member will need to go to reception to register arrival, settle any remaining balances and receive any resources. Your coach will then be admitted through the gate to park in the coach bay.

Yes, we have three mess huts with different capacities. Please ensure you pre-book use of your mess hut to ensure we have time to clean in between groups.

We can accommodate some coats and bags however for ease we recommend leaving items on the coach. Should you need us to store any items, please request this ahead of your booking. Please note, we do not accept responsibility or liability for any loss, damage or theft of items stored.

We do not allow schools to sit in the Cafe area as that is reserved for other paying customers, however staff are more then welcome to use our ammentities as long as children are supervised at all times

Yes, of course! The shop will be open for you to visit. Please be careful not to overcrowd; if you are in a big group, we recommend visiting in smaller numbers.

Yes, our Museum is fully accessible in all areas. Wheelchairs are available to borrow from our Reception free of charge on a pre-booked basis.

Yes, all visits are self-led. We do not operate guided tours however our staff would be happy to give a talk if requested in advance.

Yes, we have a variety of measures in places to ensure everyone enjoys and benefits from their visit. Please get in touch with our admin team for further details on how we can assist: Email: [email protected]; Tel: 01653 697777

Yes, please download a copy of our risk assessment here.

Our Educational Awards

In 2022 we were delighted to receive two separate awards for ‘Best Educational Day Out’ at the Northern Enterprise Awards and from the Global 100 Programme.

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