Physical Education

Physical Education

P.E. teachers spend their working lives taking groups to play matches, participate in athletic competitions, and on outdoor walking and climbing activities. There would appear to be little time for any extra visits, and yet P.E. staff find time to take groups to a variety of venues.

Visits by P.E. and Games teachers are, of course, mainly to sporting venues – either as participants or spectators. Some venues are iconic, such as Wembley, Cardiff Arms Park, Lord's, Twickenham or Old Trafford, but the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum has its adherents, as do the British Golf Museum at St Andrews, the National Football Museum in Manchester and the Olympic Park, London.

But for something a bit different some schools visit the National Clay Shooting Centre at Woking, the National Motorcycle Museum just off junction 6 of the M42, the National Badminton Museum in Milton Keynes, or the Archery Museum at the University of Manchester, or the various sailing centres around our coast.

 

Main organisations:

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Inclusion: NASEN

 

 

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The Grand Tour of Lord’s

Wembley Stadium Tours

National Football Museum, Manchester

Murrayfield Stadium Tours

Millennium Stadium/Cardiff Arms Park

Manchester Old Trafford Stadium and Museum Tour

The Museum of Rugby, Twickenham

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

The British Golf Museum, St Andrews

National Clay Shooting Centre, Woking

National Motorcycle Museum, West Midlands

National Badminton Museum, Milton Keynes

 

For a complete list of venues and providers who deliver specialist courses and activities for this subject see below:

Large National Trust shop and Visitor Centre set amongst spectacular countryside and beaches
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Wildlife and Nature
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Skirting the National Nature Reserve of the South Gower Coast, overlooking Rhossili Bay, the large National Trust shop boasts a range of Trust and local gifts, as well as providing local information.

It is a great place to begin touring this interesting area. The Visitor Centre displays regular exhibitions.

1,000 years of power, politics and pleasure in an intimate family home
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Castles
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Really welcoming to children: indoors they can play with vintage toys and tinkle on the grand piano, plus explore the cellars and attics; outside there are several play areas and an orienteering course, plus bee hives, Iron Age Hill Fort and other structures to find and explore.

Croft Castle boasts over 1,500 acres of surrounding farm, park and woodland to explore.

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Parks and Gardens
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A famous landmark of the north east, this saddle containing a single sycamore tree is an absolutely beautiful spot. It is a pleasant walk west from Housesteads Crag and was made famous by the film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. The tree is now known as the 'Robin Hood tree'.

The walk from Housesteads Roman Fort is alongside Hadrian's Wall is beautiful to have a short walk along, the scenery and panoramic views just can't be beaten.

A stunning countryside haven in the heart of the busy Midlands
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Wildlife and Nature
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Explore the miles of footpaths, bridleways and easy access trails offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Cotswolds, Shropshire Hills and Welsh borders.

Wonder at the 18th-century follies which form the backdrop to the picturesque Hagley Hall.

Walk to Walton Hill, a little off the beaten track, for a more tranquil area. Find peace and quiet or get closer to nature at the wildlife hide; Walton Hill is an important area for breeding birds and rare insects.

Discover the myths, legends, bloody battles and early tourism ventures in the region.

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Outdoor Activity
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Otway Fly Treetop Adventures offers a whole host of experiences with the two core activities being The Treetop Walk and The Zipline

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Equestrian Activities
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A riding school offering lessons and great hacks, with a choice of over 50 horses, plus ponies for children. Suitable for all levels of ability. Regular fun rides held throughout the year.

There are over 50 well schooled horses to choose from, so they will be able to choose the right horse for you, whatever your ability level, and there are ponies for the smaller kids.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, you are sure to have an enjoyable experience with the team of instructors and guides on hand to improve your confidence and skills.

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Outdoor Activity
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A wildlife habitat offering many outdoor and leisure activities, such as adventure playgrounds, fishing, bird watching, sailing and cycling.

Staunton Harold is a wildlife habitat offering many outdoor and leisure activities, such as adventure playgrounds, fishing, bird watching, sailing and cycling, as well as countryside walks for those who want to explore the region.

Unique steam-powered Cornish beam engine in action
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Science & Technology
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Part of Cornwall and West Devon Mining World Heritage Site, this is the only Cornish beam engine anywhere in the world that is still in steam on its original mine site.

The famous Levant engine is housed in a small engine house perched on the edge of the cliffs.

Restored after 60 idle years by a group of volunteers known as the 'Greasy Gang', it is a thrilling experience for young and old alike to see this old engine in action, with its evocative sounds and smells.

Secrets, Spies and Tunnels!
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Castles
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Discover to the Key to England on a fantastic educational trip visit Dover Castle!

New: Operation Dynamo: Rescue from Dunkirk.

Explore the Secret Wartime Tunnels deep beneath the castle to see, hear and feel - as never before!

Spectacularly situated above the White Cliffs of Dover this magnificent castle has guarded our shores from invasion for 20 centuries - now you can enjoy a great family day out with a visit to the 'Key to England'.

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Theme Parks
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Theme park and CBeebies Land with great kids attractions; white-knuckle roller coaster rides including the Smiler, Air and Oblivion; special events and much, much more.

You can stay at our Alton Towers Resort hotel too.

Education

A school trip to Alton Towers will challenge your pupils, fill them with enthusiasm and let them experience the thrill of practical learning, first hand.

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