The Saxons School Trip
Welcome to Saxon England, the year is 870, and you are living in the powerful kingdom of Wessex under King Aethelred. Peace has reigned for a time, but the Vikings are on the march and danger is near. Your life as a Saxon is full of hard work, skill-building, and training for battle. Will you be ready to defend your land? Join us as we dive into the world of Saxon warriors, farmers, and rulers, and see if you can help Wessex stand strong against the Viking threat!
During your school trip, the group follows the peaceful lives of the Saxon and how they go about their everyday lives. Then we hear about the Viking invasion and how the Saxons repelled them from Wessex. Children learn that the Saxons didn’t always lose!
Our historical narrative will allow your children to experience Saxon life and culture. Your children will experience drama and fun in the activities that they do with us, all of which promote historical understanding, teamwork and problem solving.
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Saxons School Trip
Activity Options
Saxon Skills
Step into the shoes of a Saxon worker! Learn how to card wool, spin yarn, or weave a cloth for your village, or even try building a fence to protect your home. You’ll get to use real Saxon tools and understand why these skills were so important to life in Wessex.
Will you be able to make your mark in the kingdom?
Battle for Wessex
Get ready for battle! The Vikings are at the gates, and you must defend your kingdom.
As a Saxon warrior, you’ll learn how to fight and protect Wessex in this thrilling reenactment of the Saxon-Viking struggle.
Will you stand strong, or will the Vikings take your land?
Saxon Artefacts
What do Saxon artefacts tell us about their lives? In this activity, you’ll examine a collection of replica Saxon objects, from everyday tools to precious treasures.
You’ll get the chance to touch and explore these items, learning what they were used for and what they can tell us about Saxon culture.
Life On The Farm
It’s time to get your hands dirty! Life on a Saxon farm was hard work, and today, you’ll help with the daily tasks that kept the farm running smoothly.
You’ll milk cows, grind grain, and care for animals, learning how important farming was to the Saxon way of life. Ready to work hard?
Crime and Punishment
What happens if you break the law in Saxon England? In this activity, you’ll take part in a Saxon trial, where you’ll act out crimes and their punishments.
Will you face a fine, or something more serious? Find out how the Saxons used their laws and beliefs to keep order in their villages!
Torc Making
In Saxon England, a torc was an important piece of jewelry, often worn by warriors and nobles.
You’ll create your own torc, learning a bit about metalworking along the way.
Will you craft a beautiful piece of art that would impress the Saxon kings? Find out as you try your hand at this ancient craft!
Saxon Banquet
It’s time to feast! Celebrate a successful harvest, a victory, or a change in the season with a grand Saxon banquet.
You’ll eat well, take part in dances, and hear about the Viking threat from a soothsayer.
Will your kingdom survive the storms of war?
Rune Trail
It’s time to explore the land around your Saxon settlement! In this activity, you’ll go on a trail through the grounds, discovering hidden runes that tell ancient stories.
You’ll have to solve puzzles and decode messages to understand what the runes mean and how they relate to Saxon life. Are you ready to uncover the secrets of the land?
Saxon Games
What did Saxon children do for fun? In this activity, you’ll play traditional Saxon games, learning how they used simple tools and natural materials to create games that tested strength, skill, and teamwork.
Can you master these games and have fun just like the Saxon children did?
Bow Making
Get ready to become a Saxon hunter! In this activity, you’ll craft your own bow and arrow from natural materials, just like the Saxons did.
Once your bow is ready, you’ll learn how to use it. Will you have the skills to hunt for boar or deer to feed your people and provide materials for important feasts?
Fire Lighting
The Saxons didn't have matches, so how did they make fire? In this hands-on activity, you’ll learn the ancient technique of using flint and steel to start a fire, just like the Saxons did.
Will you be able to light a spark and create a fire for your village? This is a vital skill to have for warmth, cooking, and survival!
Archery
Archery was an essential skill for the Saxons, especially for hunting and defending their land. In this activity, you’ll learn how to shoot a real bow and arrow, and then test your aim in a fun and safe environment.
Can you hit the target and prove you're a skilled Saxon archer?
Our narrative follows the peaceful lives of the Saxons in Reading and how they go about their everyday lives. Then we hear about the Viking invasion and how the Saxons repelled them from Wessex. Children learn that the Saxons didn’t always lose.
