The Victorian Thames - KS1
Why was Tower Bridge built, and what was life like on the London docks of 1894?
Pupils will travel back in time to the opening day of Tower Bridge: 30th June 1894. They will explore the sights, sounds and smells of London's dock through groupwork, enquiry and active games to discover the relationship between the Thames, Tower Bridge and the evolution of this area in Victorian London.
Key information
Capacity: Max 60 pupils
Timing: 10.30 - 13.45 or 10.45 - 14.00
Curriculum Links: History, Geography
Cost: £4.70 per child and £9.30 per adult (including admission)
1 adult free per 6 children
“The visit was engaging, and the children really enjoyed finding out about Tower bridge. It was well organised.”
“David was…engaging and able to link to our student’s prior knowledge. The trip was really easy for me as a teacher as the group captivated the whole time.”