Book your School Trip to Butser
Butser Ancient Farm is a world leading destination for experimental archaeology and education, bringing the past to life through hands on, immersive, practical activities that are accessible for all.
We are currently taking bookings for class/year groups throughout 2024 and into 2025. Please note, we recommend booking as far in advance as possible as popular dates do get booked up quickly. However we will always do our best to accommodate enquiries and work with you to find alternative suitable times for your visit if we are fully booked.
Availability for autumn term 2024 is extremely limited; we would generally recommend booking a term in advance.
The farm is only open to pre-booked education groups during weekdays throughout term time. Please click here to see our enhanced safety and cancellation policies.
To view our activity risk assessments please click here.
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Located in the stunning South Downs National Park and within easy access of main transport links across the South of England and London, we have almost 50 years of teaching experience, welcoming over 35,000 school children every year.
We offer activities relevant to the Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age Celts, Romans, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, all located amongst the reconstructed ancient buildings here at Butser, so you can truly feel like you’re stepping back in time.
We take pride in tailoring our activities to suit the individual needs of each group that visits us. We are able to accommodate and target our activities to cover stages of the National Curriculum from KS1 - KS4 and tie in with various subject areas including history, art, design and technology, science and maths.
Why Butser Ancient Farm?
Enhanced social distancing and cleanliness measures in place
Predominantly outdoor site
Tranquil setting promoting health and wellbeing benefits
Dedicated educators to make your day special and informative
Flexible booking, if your booking is cancelled due to COVID-19 you will not be eligible for cancellation charges
What do you get?
Free planning visit for teachers in advance
Free classroom-friendly pre-visit video so students get the most out of their trip
Warm welcome directly off the coach and introductory briefing
Dedicated, experienced educators, based on number of children, to manage your visit
Choice of curriculum-based activities, see more here
Breaks for lunch and accessible toilet facilities
Optional visit to our gift shop, or goody bags provided
Friendly goodbye and souvenirs to take home from your activities
Free child ticket voucher for every student to visit with their family
We can accommodate groups of up to 200 children and have a minimum charge equivalent to 20 pupils.
OUR PRICES FROM SEPTEMBER 2024 ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Full Day visit with 4 activities and a talk £12.65 + VAT at 20%
The minimum charge is £253+ VAT
This is the equivalent of the cost of 20 children.
(Please note schools are able to claim back VAT, please talk to your school finance officer for further information)
To find out more…
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Please complete the enquiry form below then one of our Schools Team will be in touch to confirm your booking and gather more information.
Alternatively, you can call us on 02392 598838 Monday to Friday, or email us at schools@butserancientfarm.co.uk
A selection of recent school trip feedback
“One of the best school trips I have ever been on. Excellent hands-on activities supported by enthusiastic, patient, and knowledgeable staff.”
“The steps Butser Ancient Farm have taken are exceptional, and I would definitely recommend the trip to other schools. It’s a great trip with good handwashing facilities and plenty of sanitiser points around the farm. I was very happy with the social distancing measures in place. ”
“Absolutely brilliant visit. The children came back inspired and talking about it the following week.”
“Delightful and hugely educational, a fabulous combination!”
“This was a perfect visit, with every aspect of it being simple, effective, engaging, and enjoyable to be a part of.”
“We had such a fantastic day and the children have not stopped talking about it! It has made a huge difference to their understanding of the time period.”
“Our guide was so knowledgeable, friendly, pitched perfectly to the children, and fitted so much into the day. Couldn’t ask for more. Thank you!”
“I would highly recommend other schools to go and take part in a fun day of great activities”