School visits
now taking bookings for 2025
The museum has excellent educational facilities for school visits and we can work with you to tailor your visit to your exact requirements.
We are open for pre-booked visits on any weekday between April and October and we have experienced educational guides, all DBS checked, to help you make the most of your school visit.
For teachers
Ideally suited for several National Curriculum themes and also suitable for transport studies and pre-school visits
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Free standard visit
Children go free, teachers and other adults looking after the children: 1 free per 5 children.
This includes:
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Meet and greet for your party
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Introductory video presentation (if requested)
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Experienced Museum guides
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Role play and activities as per your requirements
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Full access to The Power Hall exhibition and vehicle displays
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(Other halls may be open by prior arrangement)
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Supervised access to vehicle interiors and cabs
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Use of picnic and cafe areas (schools will need to provide their own lunches and drinks).
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Museum gift shop (if requested pre-visit)
All visits can be tailored to meet the needs of your party and the age range concerned.
Free vintage bus ride
An optional 40 minute bus ride round the lanes near the Museum in a classic bus is a fun evocation of the past and brings the exhibits to life.
Miniature train
For an additional charge of £2 per pupil (minimum £100) the children and their carers can enjoy rides behind a miniature steam locomotive.
Please note that our buses are not fitted with seat belts.
For all enquiries and to make a provisional booking, please complete the form below or send an email to education@wythall.org.uk