Plantagenets: Venues and Resources

Dynasty and Drama

A school residential trip focusing on the Plantagenets allows students to trace the rise of the longest-reigning English royal house, exploring an era defined by monumental events such as the signing of the Magna Carta and the Hundred Years' War.

The South Coast and the Isle of Wight provide a tangible link to this tumultuous period. From bustling maritime ports that launched royal armies to the continent, to the strongholds that housed a constantly moving medieval court, stepping outside the classroom helps pupils understand an age that forged the early development of English law and parliament.

• Law, Liberty, and Parliament: Students investigate the shifting balance of power between the monarchy and the barons, exploring the enduring legacy of the Magna Carta and the crucial foundations of the English parliamentary system.
• The Hundred Years' War: Interactive historical experiences help pupils unpack the realities of medieval warfare, examining the supremacy of the English longbow and the strategic importance of southern coastal ports for cross-Channel campaigns.
• A Changing Society: Children can explore the broader social landscape of the Plantagenet era, examining the growth of medieval trade towns, shifting agricultural landscapes, and the profound changes in daily life during their three-century rule.

Browse our curated selection of venues and educational activities below to build the perfect Plantagenet history itinerary for your class.