Education
If you are thinking of doing a school project about Lichfield, or visiting Lichfield with your class, why not download some of our education packs? The packs are illustrative only and give a brief overview of the type of learning your class can benefit from.
All the attractions listed below can create tailored learning packs for your class or group.
To arrange a class visit, please contact the venue directly to book and request more details.
City walking tours
Take a walking tour with a qualified Green Badge Guide to find out about the historical city of Lichfield. Choose from Gruesome and Ghostly to the Civil War in Lichfield and many more. See our tours page to find out more information and how to book.
Children's Heritage Trail School Pack
Minster trail is aimed at Children between 5 and 12 years. Through a series of questions children get to find out fun and interesting facts about Lichfield, including burnings at the stake and civil war shootings. A trail pack includes the booklet with questions for the teacher and answer sheets and a map for the children. Children also recieve a free pen. The pack costs £4.99 per class. Email emily.robinson@lichfielddc.gov.uk
Drayton Manor
Drayton Manor Theme Park is not only one of the UK’s best theme parks it’s also a fabulous place for group visits by primary and secondary schools. The Staffordshire attraction offers a range of interactive educational sessions designed in accordance with the National Curriculum.
Visit the website: www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Call the team: 01827 252436
Erasmus Darwin House
Visit the website: www.erasmusdarwin.org
Call the team: 01513 306260
National Memorial Arboretum
Visit the website: www.thenma.org.uk/learn/education/educational-visits.aspx
Call the team: 01283 792333
Staffordshire Regiment Museum
Visit the website:www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com/education.php
Call the team: 01543 434394
Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum
Visit the website: www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk/schools.html
Call the team: 01543 264972
Lichfield Heritage Centre
Visit the website: www.lichfieldheritage.org.uk/education.htm
Call the team: 01543 256611
Lichfield Cathedral
For more information on our school visits that can be tailored to your needs, please log on to www.lichfield-cathedral.org/visiting/school-visits or alternatively contact the Visits Officer, Jo Burkinshaw 01543 306240.