History (Crime & Punishment) Trip to London

About this trip

This Crime and Punishment history trip to London offers students an immersive look into Britain’s dark past, from the chilling London Dungeon and historic Royal Courts of Justice to the infamous Tower of London, all balanced with the excitement of a West End show. It’s a fascinating journey through centuries of law and punishment in the heart of the capital.

Sample Itinerary

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London Dungeon
Royal Courts of Justice
West End Show

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Tower of London
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Excursion Ideas

Imperial War Museum Find out more

Imperial War Museum

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: Presenting experiences of wartime, the museum offers various learning sessions to enable students to develop a deeper understanding of the impact of conflict on everyday lives, from WW1 up to the present day.

Churchill War Rooms Find out more

Churchill War Rooms

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: Visit the secret underground second world wartime headquarters and get a glimpse of the life of those working out of sight beneath Westminster. Learn about the life of Winston Churchill & his leadership during the war years.

London Dungeon Find out more

London Dungeon

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: This highly entertaining interactive experience will transport students back in time to meet some of London’s more unsavoury historical characters.

HMS Belfast Find out more

HMS Belfast

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: Discover what life at sea in WW2 was like on this floating museum. Spread over 9 decks, there’s lots to explore from the admiral’s bridge & ship’s bell to the ship’s operating theatre and prison cell!

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Tower of London

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: An important part of London’s history, the Tower of London has fulfilled many roles over the years, the most famous being the home of the Crown Jewels. Enjoy a self-guided tour including the Medieval Palace, the Bloody Tower and The Crown Jewels. Look out for the famed ravens on your way around.

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Royal Courts of Justice

Subject Range: History

What you’ll experience: Take a tour of this impressive building officially opened by Queen Victoria in 1882. Perhaps participate in a Court in Session or Court in the Past workshop and gain an insight into the workings of the court system.

London Eye Find out more

London Eye

Subject Range: Art & Design

What you’ll experience: Take a ride on the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel & the most popular tourist attraction in the UK.

West End Show Find out more

West End Show

Subject Range: Performing Arts

What you’ll experience: Be inspired by one of the top-quality performances of London’s famed musical theatre scene.

Accommodation Options

Royal National Hotel Find out more

Royal National Hotel

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Capacity: 1,500

Location: Bloomsbury

What you’ll experience: With its central location in Bloomsbury, this hotel offers comfortable accommodation in the heart of the city with a breakfast buffet included

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