Activity Overview

Experience changes in Britain in the Iron Age with this trip bringing to life Celtic farmers and their culture.

Immerse your pupils in the unique experience of living life as a member of the Catuvellauni tribe: making bread, weaving clothing and dying materials. This practical day trip is a brilliant way to increase awareness of how our ancient ancestors lived off the land.

• Grind Grain on Quern Stones to Make Bread
• Weave Yarn on Warp Weighted Looms
• Make your own Torc Bracelets with Twisted Yarn and Dye them using Natural Materials
• Prepare a soup from foraged plants and herbs for cooking
• Trade and Barter

“Yet another fantastic day, we have been coming for decades and even our Year 6s still comment that this was their favourite Primary trip. All of the actvities benefitted the children’s learning and many of them were commenting on what life would have been like if they were a Celt.” Shelley Dench, Bernards Heath Junior School, 21/11/23.

“All of the activities were relevant to our Prehistory topic. It was a bonus to see it in real life, the children were amazed that people lived in ‘circular houses’! The Educators were both welcoming and professional, and made the experience even more realistic.” Miss Moses, Galliard Primary School, 6/2/24.

“A huge benefit was that activities such as bracelet making, soup making and weaving were all hands on. It really helped pupils understand what it was like bing a Celt.” Kelly Wailes, St Christopher School, 12/3/24.

“Grinding the flour on Quern Stones helped to build teamwork skills. Making soup also revised their knowledge of plants. There was excellent control of the children, and the day was very well organised.” Samm Taylor, Manor Fields Primary School, 16/7/24.

£20 + VAT/ Student

KS2 Learning Aims

History

Changes in Britain from the Stone Age to Iron Age: Early Farmers, Skara Brae and Iron Age Farming.

Design and Technology 

Cooking and Nutrition: Where food comes from and food preparation, understanding the principles of a varied and healthy diet.

Science 

Life processes as part of the study of Animals, including humans. An understanding of nutrition and the importance of a varied diet, beneficial microorganisms in yeast.

Citizenship 

Developing confidence and responsibility.

• Preparing to play an active role as citizens.
• Developing relationships.

£20+VAT / Student

Adult Helpers go FREE
Ratio of 1 adult helper to 8 Children