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Enjoy your great value Personalise your trip 6 tailored trip This guide details all the visits and attractions that we currently offer in London. All the options featured have been researched by our education and travel experts to ensure your trip meets your learning objectives and provides you and your students with a highly enjoyable trip. Contents Iconic London ...... 3 Study Experiences – Best Value Visits & Attractions ...... 5 As one of the UK’s largest youth travel tour operators, our buying power means we can offer Sports Tours & Museums ...... 9 you the best value for your school or college. Museums ...... 10 Art & Design ...... 12 How to Personalise your trip West End Theatre Shows ...... 13 1. Please take time to have a good look through this guide. Each option details what it Theatre Tours ...... 15 involves. If you haven’t got the latest price list, we’ll happily send one to you. Theatre Workshops ...... 16 2. Having drawn up a list of all your desired options, contact your Programme Manager who Perform Live in London ...... 18 will help create your personalised itinerary and reconfirm the pricing/costs. Kidzania London ...... 19 3. If there is a place of interest or attraction not detailed in this guide, we are more than Warner Bros. Studio Tour ...... 20 happy to look into arranging a visit for you. Thorpe Park Resort ...... 21 Where to Eat ...... 22 4. Once we have received your booking form and deposit payment we will then book all your chosen visits and attractions and confirm them to you.

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Your Study Experiences Team will be available throughout your booking, helping you create the ideal trip for your educational needs. Once your itinerary has been planned and your booking confirmed, your Tour Specialists will introduce you to our Customer Service Delivery Team who will be available to help you throughout the build up to the trip itself. Of course, in London, our expert Tour Manager will be on hand to assist and support you and your students during the trip. 2 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Iconic London Guided Sightseeing Tour of London Included on all tours by coach Enjoy a sightseeing tour of London in the company of your Study Experiences Tour Manager, who will provide an informative commentary. The tour will last around two hours and will take in many of London’s world famous landmarks.

The View from The Shard The viewing gallery is situated on floors 68, 69 and 72 of The Shard, Europe’s tallest building, standing at a height of 1,016ft (310m). Special Offer! The View from The Shard offers a high tech and multi-sensory experience with Call for details exhilarating 360º views stretching 40 miles across the city of London. High Speed lifts take you through the clouds to level 68 for a triple-height, light-filled main level where the view is revealed. London past, present and future will be laid before you like you’ve never seen it before. On level 72 experience the elements with part of the building exposed through the fractures where the shards of glass come together. Visitors can gaze up at the building’s famous giant glass shards disappearing into the sky. St Paul’s Cathedral St Paul’s is the cathedral of the Diocese of London. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, St Paul’s has marked many royal occasions from Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee in 1897 to the Royal wedding of HRH the Prince of Wales to Lady Diana Spencer in 1981. St Paul’s has also been the site of state funerals of British military leaders, including Admiral Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington and Sir Winston Churchill.` Tower of London The Tower of London offers dozens of sights and activities. Some of the most popular sights include the Crown Jewels, the Prisoners Exhibition and Lady Jane Grey’s graffiti. Learn about the history of the Tower, beginning in the 1080s, when William the Conqueror began to build the tower at the centre of his London fortress.

Tower Bridge Experience Explore and experience the most famous Bridge in the world. Discover the history and see the stunning panoramic views including St Paul’s Cathedral and St Katherine’s Dock. Visit the Engine Rooms and experience a virtual Bridge lift for a unique view.

Coca-Cola London Eye The Coca-Cola London Eye offers breath-taking views of London from high above the River Thames. See Big Ben towering above the Houses of Parliament, follow St. James Park as it sweeps down to Buckingham Palace. Is the Queen at home? You’ll spot the flag flying if she is. Relax in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules and enjoy the London skyline at your leisure, using the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 interactive touch screen guides, providing an enhanced experience that includes key information on landmarks that can be seen from the London Eye as well as a 3D view of each sight. Houses of Parliament See key areas of the estate including the Commons and Lords debating chambers and the Queen’s Robing Room. Explore the history of Parliament and learn how it impacts our daily life. Visits must be arranged by schools directly with their MP.

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HMS Belfast HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have been in service during the Second World War. The Imperial War Museum has ensured that visitors remember her place in Britain’s maritime heritage. Learn about the history of the ship and view the preservation projects on board. Groups can undertake a teacher-led visit using a variety of downloadable learning resources, or enjoy a curriculum-linked learning session in the school room on the ship’s former mess deck. Visits must be arranged directly with Imperial War Museums. Thames Barrier The Thames Barrier is one of the world’s largest moveable flood barriers. Spanning 520 metres across the River Thames, it protects 125 square kilometres of central London from flooding. Visit the information centre to learn about how the Barrier was designed, built and works. Groups can also learn about the history of the River Thames.

Thames River Cruise Capture the excitement of the River Thames where the spectacular views provide a whole new perspective on the magnificent city of London. Your cruise takes you from Westminster to Tower Pier (or from Tower Pier to Westminster), encompassing London’s best-loved sights and providing an insight into the many layers of history that have built up along the river. The timeless majestic Houses of Parliament, the elegant dome of St Paul’s Cathedral, and perhaps London’s most precious antique the Tower of London are just a few of the historic sights to be discovered on the Thames sightseeing cruise.

4 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Madame Tussauds Madame Tussauds is the only place in the world where students can stand alongside extraordinary, famous people in the centre of iconic moments. With 15 interactive and exciting areas for students to explore, Madame Tussauds London allows you to introduce them to the famous faces that have shaped the world as we know it today. Walk down the red carpet and strike a pose with the Beckhams, before challenging your favourite sport stars. Start your royal experience with an audience with the Queen, before turning to the next generation and plant a kiss on Prince William’s cheek. Then step up to your favourite Marvel Super Heroes before experiencing the spectacular and exclusive Marvel Super Heroes 4D movie. Make sure you don’t miss Star Wars at Madame Tussauds, a unique, immersive experience starring extraordinarily life-like wax figures of your favourite heroes and villains from the Star Wars universe – a seminal text in the science fiction genre. The latest attraction to be added is the Sherlock Holmes Experience, which brings the ever-fascinating world of Sherlock Holmes to life in a permanent new theatrical, interactive detective experience. The Experience is the first in Madame Tussauds’ history not to be centred around wax figures. You can support your visit with curriculum-linked, downloadable resources for Art & Design, Design Technology, History and Business Studies, providing tasks and activities for before, during and after your visit. Visits & Attractions

Royal Observatory Greenwich & Planetarium Top Tip: Why not book a River Home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian Line, the Royal Observatory Cruise to take is one of the world’s most important scientific sites. you back along Visitors can stand in both the eastern and western hemispheres by placing their feet the Thames to either side of the Prime Meridian. The Peter Harrison Planetarium featuring Europe’s Westminster first digital laser planetarium projector, allows visitors to explore and experience the wonders of the night sky. A range of interactive workshops and resources are available that bring the curriculum to life. Centre of the Cell Centre of the Cell is a unique science education centre based at Queen Mary University of London. It is the first science education centre in the world to be located within working biomedical research laboratories. School groups can visit Centre of the Cell, which is suspended above the laboratories of the Blizard Institute. Students will be able to see research scientists at work as they entre the Centre. Once inside, they will learn about the amazing world of cells, the human body and the latest medical research. The visit lasts around 90 minutes and includes KS 2-5 curriculum-linked Interactive games. As well as the Centre of the Cell staff, the centre aims to have at least one medical or dental student or scientist join your group to enhance the learning experience and to answer questions about science and careers in biomedicine. In addition to the visit, curriculum-linked workshops can also be arranged. National Centre for Citizenship and the Law NCCL is based at The Royal Courts of Justice. Its work focuses on educating young people to be responsible citizens. They provide access to knowledge of the law, how the law can affect young people’s everyday lives and understanding the full consequences of breaking the law; from the individual involved to the impact on the wider community. This opens up opportunities for young people to enter professions within the Justice System. Your chosen activity will be linked to key subjects in the National Curriculum at KS3, GCSE or A Level exam board syllabi for History, Law, Citizenship, PSHE, English, Religious Studies as well as other subjects such as Criminology, Sociology, Leisure and Tourism and Customer Service. Your visit can also help to support SMSC provision including current Department for Education guidance in promoting British Values. Activities are designed to engage learners kinaesthetically with the buildings that they are in and to encourage students to ‘learn by doing’.

Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 5 The London Dungeon Top Tip: May not be suitable The London Dungeon is one of the capital’s ‘must-see’ signature attractions – for younger delighting audiences for almost 40 years. In its new home next to the Coca-Cola children or those London Eye, take a 90 minute journey through 1000 years of London’s murky past. of a nervous Walk through the Dungeon, moving from show to show, guided by professional disposition actors. The shows are based on real London history and legends (minus the boring bits). You’ll get up close and personal with sinister characters including Jack the Ripper and infamous barber of Fleet Street, Sweeney Todd. It’s a fully themed experience. That means 360° sets, full on authenticity and theatrical storytelling. On your journey you’ll pass through the Whitechapel Labyrinth of misty East London streets, plague-ravaged houses, the fearsome torture chamber.... and see (and feel!) what could have been if Guy Fawkes had succeeded. The Jack the Ripper Tour Over 120 years in the making – the gruesome tale of Jack the Ripper explodes into the 21st century, with RIPPER-VISION©. In the company of your expert guide and using top of the range hand held projectors which emblazon 5ft images upon the dark streets and alleyways of Whitechapel, your group will walk the very route the ripper would have taken. RIPPER-VISION will practically bring you back to a time of gaslight and fog, a time of poverty, disease and silent footsteps in the shadows as the ripper hunted his victims. RIPPER-VISION brings not only top class images but also film clips, moving images and overlapping pictures to leave you with an everlasting memorable experience. Please note that this tour needs to be taken after dark to enable RIPPER-VISION projectors to display their images. ZSL London Zoo Probably the world’s most famous zoo, ZSL London Zoo has been entertaining and delighting visitors since it opened to the public in 1847. With over 720 animal species, exciting and innovative new exhibits and heritage-listed buildings almost as famous as their inhabitants, it’s a great London attraction. Tiger Territory is home to critically-endangered Sumatran tigers, in an impressive 2,500sqm (27,000sqft) enclosure where visitors will embark on a journey through an Indonesian habitat, coming face-to-face with beautiful tigers through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Unusually for cats, tigers love water, and visitors will be able to see them hanging out in their custom-built pool. When they’re not playing in the water, the tigers have all-day access to indoor dens where visitors will be able to see the big cats relaxing. New in 2016, ZSL London Zoo opened The Land of the Lions, which at 2500sqm is more than 5 times the size of the previous space at the zoo. The new design enables visitors to get up close to the big cats. Other up-close experiences at ZSL London Zoo are Rainforest Live and Rainforest Night. Animal Adventure, Butterfly Paradise, Meet the Monkeys and the famous Gorilla Kingdom.

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6 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! The London Bridge Experience & Tombs Experience history and horror live at The London Bridge Experience & Tombs. This experience will take you on an interactive character led journey through 2000 years of history of London, London Bridge and the surrounding area. Taking in the sights and smells of Ye Olde London town, enjoy a lesson on the great fire of London in1666 as you cross a real life version of this life changing event. Enjoy the gruesome tales of The Keeper of the Heads and the gory stories of the fate that became those committing the worst crime of all; treason against the King or Queen. Queen Boudicca will take you on an interesting journey as she battles with the Romans in revenge for going back on their promises and that old rogue Jack the Ripper and body snatcher Ben Crouch might make an appearance as you hear their stories at the Star Inn. Crossing the vortex in the Tombs, come face to face with all manner of gruesome creatures as you make your way through the catacombs of hell. Expect the unexpected as you feel your way around and be careful of anybody suddenly joining your group – they might not be all that they seem. The London Tombs has been voted several times as the UK scariest Year Round attraction but make your own decision, and don’t forget for those scaredy cats amongst you we do offer the Guardian Angel tour, simply ask at box office. Hampton Court Palace & Maze Discover the magnificence of Henry VIII’s favourite royal residence. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the bustling Base Court and marvel at the breath-taking grandeur of Henry’s State Rooms. Tickle your taste buds in the vast Tudor kitchens, stroll through over 60 acres of enchanting gardens, lose yourself in the famous maze and appreciate the beauty of one of the greatest palaces on earth. The Maze was designed by George London and Henry Wise and commissioned around 1700 by William III. Originally planted using hornbeam and later replanted using yew, the Hampton Court Maze covers a third of an acre, is trapezoid in shape and is the UK’s oldest surviving hedge maze. The Maze itself is referred to as a multicursal or puzzle maze and is known for confusing and intriguing visitors with its many twists, turns and dead ends. Shrek’s Adventure! London Step into and star in your very own hilarious, mad-cap adventure to the kingdom of Far Far Away surrounded by Shrek and his much loved Dreamworks friends. The world’s funniest tour begins when you board a magical ‘Dreamworks Tours’ red London bus driven by the mischievous Donkey, where chaos, calamity and endless fun are the name of the game. Explore the fantasy worlds of Far Far Away and meet everyone from Princess Fiona, Puss in Boots, ‘Gingy’ the Gingerbread man to Pinocchio and the Three Little Pigs. But beware, Rumpelstiltskin, wearing his ‘angry wig’, will do all he can to disrupt your tour and stop your return to London. Will you collect all the special ingredients needed for the magic spell to transport you safely home? 10 fairy-tale themed shows with a good dose of Donkey’s cheekiness, amazing animation and captivating storytelling from Dreamworks, the producers of Shrek.

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Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 7 The SEA LIFE London Aquarium The SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europe’s largest collections of global marine life and takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey along the Great Oceanic Conveyor. Along the journey, a stunning glass tunnel walkway offers an unforgettable experience strolling underneath a Tropical Ocean. There is plenty of interaction along the way, from feeding the stingrays and watching diving displays to touch pools and discovery zones. Other stars of the show include green turtles, seahorses, octopus, zebra sharks and the ever popular clown fish. The true highlight, however, commences as guests complete their journey in the deeper darker zone of the Pacific Ocean and watch 10 species of shark swim up close! Move on to ‘Rainforests of the World’ with over 3000 of the rainforests’ most famous and feared residents – from a pair of 6ft West African Dwarf crocodiles to a family of highly toxic Poison Arrow Frogs and over 30 lethal piranhas! ICE ADVENTURE - is a popular themed experience with a family of real Gentoo penguins. As the temperature drops, journey through an icy landscape full of fun interactive features. With the penguin viewing ice cave, you will get a direct window into the habitat of the magical Gentoo penguin, both above and below land. Cutty Sark Discover what life was like on board the real Cutty Sark, the world’s sole surviving tea clipper, and fastest ship of her time - now an award-winning visitor attraction in Greenwich. This legendary 19th-century sailing ship has been raised over three metres allowing you the jaw-dropping experience of walking directly underneath and touch the original hull planks and iron framework, which date back to 1869. British Library The British Library holds 14 million books, 920,000 journal and newspaper titles, 58 million patents, 3 million sound recordings, and much more. The Library offers a wide programme of workshops, activities and resources.

East London Mosque The East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre is in the heart of Tower Hamlets, a diverse borough with a rich history and home to the UK’s largest Muslim community. It has one of the youngest congregations in the UK, and actively promotes young people engaging in programmes of learning and recreation, dealing with issues of anti- social behaviour, drugs, extremism and gang culture. Sri Guru Singh Sabha Temple The largest Sikh temple outside India is at the heart of the Sikh community in Britain. The temple can accommodate up to 3000 worshippers in the first-floor prayer hall and second-floor gallery.

8 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Sports Tours & Museums Chelsea Football Club Tour The Stadium Tour offers a fun, informative and interactive experience for all sports fans. Groups can see areas usually reserved for players only, such as the dressing rooms where the players’ shirts hang on the wall. The tour also includes the chance to walk up the players’ tunnel, as well as visiting The Press Room, The Television Interview Rooms and the Managers Dugout. Emirates Stadium Tour & Museum Explore behind-the-scenes at Arsenal FC with this self-guided audio tour. Hear from the boss as you take your place in the changing room, listen to the roar of the crowd as you walk down the tunnel, explore the museum and test your Arsenal knowledge against one of the Arsenal experts. The spectacular, interactive Arsenal Museum houses exclusive exhibits including Jens Lehmann’s gloves from season 2003/2004 Invicibles team, Michael Thomas’ boots from Anfield ‘89, Charlie George’s 1971 FA Cup final shirt and Alan Smith’s shirt from 1994’s European Cup Winners Cup Final. Wembley Stadium Tour Behind-the-scenes access and the chance to walk in the footsteps of legends. The tour of the Stadium includes visits to England’s Changing Room and Players Tunnel. Climb the Trophy Winners’ steps, raise the replica FA Cup and learn about the history of Wembley. Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum The Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum highlights include a cinema, showing a film about the science of tennis and The Whites of Wimbledon which houses an extensive collection of Wimbledon attire. Interactive touch screen consoles can be accessed in the hallways for games and an archive of past matches. Don’t miss the ‘ghost of McEnroe’ who acts as your guide! Groups can book a guided tour of the grounds, talk and museum visit, has been designed to examine the general principles of marketing, using the museum as a case study. (Not available during the Wimbledon Tennis Championships fortnight). Twickenham Stadium & World Rugby Museum Tour Experience a behind the scenes look into the workings of this contemporary sports venue. Visit the Royal Box, hospitality suites, medical room, players’ tunnel and enjoy a breath-taking view of the arena from the top of the stand. The Museum looks in depth at the origin and culture of Rugby. Groups will also be given the opportunity to discuss the particulars of the Rugby Football Union and Twickenham Stadium with an expert guide.

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 9 Museums Bank of England Museum The Bank of England Museum tells the story of the Bank of England from its foundation in 1694 to its role today as the United Kingdom’s central bank. The historical displays include material drawn from the Bank’s own collections of books, documents, silver, prints, paintings, banknotes, coins and photographs. There is a display of gold, including Roman and modern gold bars, alongside pikes and muskets once used to defend the Bank. Computer technology and audio visual displays explain the Bank’s present day role. The museum offers a one-hour presentation, including Q&A, on the role and functions of the Bank of England at the centre of the UK’s financial system, how it sets interest rates to control inflation, issues banknotes and works to maintain a stable financial system. Groups can undertake a teacher-led visit using a variety of downloadable learning resources, or enjoy a curriculum-linked learning session in the dedicated facilities in the Learning Centre and around the site.

Natural History Museum and Darwin Centre Top Tip: The Museum offers The Natural History Museum is the UK’s national museum of natural history, and a curriculum- centre of scientific excellence in taxonomy and biodiversity. The Museum’s mission linked events, is to maintain and develop its collections and use them to promote the discovery, workshops, understanding, responsible use and enjoyment of the natural world. The landmark hands-on Darwin Centre allows visitors to explore world-class science in action in a dramatic, activities and a state-of-the- art science and collections facility. The building is the most significant teacher support expansion at the Museum since it moved to South Kensington in 1881 and visitors can service, all of see world-leading scientists at work, incredible specimens and exciting displays. which are FREE Science Museum The Science Museum is an impressive tribute to every conceivable area of science, illustrating in depth and detail the many developments in science, technology and medicine that have played a part in shaping the modern world. The Museum has broken away from the usual stereotypical collection and instead offers a more ‘hands-on’ approach to science. Opening in December 2016, Mathematics: The Winton Gallery will tell stories that place maths at the heart of our lives, exploring how mathematicians, their tools and ideas have helped to shape the modern world. The stories told in the gallery will span 400 years of human ingenuity, from the Renaissance to the present day, with objects ranging from intriguing hand-held mathematical instruments to a 1929 experimental aircraft – the largest object in the gallery. London Film Museum “Bond in Motion” ‘Bond in Motion’ is the official exhibition of James Bond vehicles that feature in the renowned film series. The numerous vehicles on display include the archetypal Bond car, the Aston Martin DB5, Goldfinger’s majestic Rolls-Royce Phantom III and the unforgettable Lotus Esprit S1 submersible from The Spy Who Loved Me. These creative action vehicles play a pivotal role in all 23 movies and continue to propel James Bond to the cutting- edge of cinematic espionage. There are no replicas - every vehicle exhibited is an original used for filming. The upper mezzanine features several examples of the creative process of the production company’s art department - never- before- seen concept art and storyboards. British Museum The British Museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of artefacts and statues dating from ancient Egypt to Europe and America in the early 20th Century. The museum is a great resource for many schools and caters for all age groups. This magnificent collaboration of human history is also valuable as a general interest visit.

The Jewish Museum The Jewish Museum is an amazing resource for schools groups with programmes designed to build interfaith understanding and promote tolerance, celebrate culture and appreciate what we have in common. A wide range of cross-curricular workshops available, grouped into three categories: Discovering Judaism; History and Citizenship; Holocaust Education.

10 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! London Transport Museum The London Transport Museum collects items that reflect all aspects of the history of public transport in London from 1800 to the present day. Ranging from uniform buttons to complete Tube trains, the Museum’s collections are the most comprehensive of their type anywhere in the world, numbering some 375,000 items, with a stunning variety of vehicles, signs, photographs, posters, drawings, uniforms and architectural material making up the core of the collection. Museum of London / Museum of London Docklands The Museum of London retells the story of London from 1666 until the present day. Visitors can to step back in time and discover prehistoric London, see how the city changed as Romans gave way to Saxons, and wonder at the splendour of medieval London. Groups can also visit London’s Burning, a stunning, interactive exhibition exploring the Great Fire of London and find out why fire was so crippling to 17th century Londoners and how it has shaped the city we know today. The Museum of London Docklands unlocks the history of London’s river, port and people in a spectacular Grade I listed Georgian warehouse on West India Quay. From Roman settlers to city workers, groups can explore the story of Londoners and see how the River Thames became a global gateway as it brought invaders, merchants and immigrants through one of the world’s longest serving ports into the heart of the city. Charles Dickens Museum The Charles Dickens Museum is the world’s most important collection of material relating to the great Victorian novelist and social commentator. The only surviving London home of Dickens was opened as a Museum in 1925 and is still welcoming visitors from all over the world in an authentic and inspiring surrounding. On four floors, visitors can see paintings, rare editions, manuscripts, original furniture and many items relating to the life of one of the most popular and beloved personalities of the Victorian age. Imperial War Museum To mark the start of the Centenary of the First World War, a transformed IWM London reopened in July 2014 with ground-breaking new First World War Galleries and a dramatic new atrium featuring key stories and iconic objects from their collections. The Imperial War Museum is unique in its coverage of conflicts, especially those involving Britain and the Commonwealth, from the First World War to the present day. It seeks to provide for, and to encourage, the study and understanding of the history of modern war and ‘war-time experience’. National Maritime Museum The National Maritime Museum is the world’s largest maritime museum with 10 free galleries and a vast collection that spans artworks, maps and charts, memorabilia and thousands of other objects.

The Rosetta Stone, British Museum

Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 11 Art & Design National Portrait Gallery The National Portrait Gallery was founded in 1856 to collect portraits of famous British men and women. The gallery houses over 160,000 portraits dating back to the 16th Century. The gallery exhibits portraits of a wide variety of people, from William Shakespeare to Lily Allen.

National Gallery The National Gallery is home to over 2,300 paintings. The Gallery’s permanent collection spans the period from circa 1250 to 1900 and consists of Western European paintings. A great place for group visits, a team of skilled educators will help to give you the best experience.

Victoria & Albert Museum The V&A is comprised of the museum at South Kensington, the V&A Museum of Childhood at Bethnal Green, and the archives and stores at Blythe House, Kensington Olympia. V&A South Kensington is the world’s greatest museum of art and design, with collections unrivalled in their scope and diversity. The V&A houses an astonishing collection of decorative art and design; its holdings of ceramics, costumes, jewellery, sculpture, prints and photographs are amongst the largest and most comprehensive in the world. Design Museum Visit the recently relocated museum in its new home at the Commonwealth Institute in Kensington, which has given the museum three times more space than Its previous location. The Design Museum’s exhibitions cover a range of its interests, from graphic design and furniture to fashion, industrial design and architecture. The museum connects students with the inspirational, creative world of design practice through workshops, a unique Handling Collection, industry focused projects and digital resources. Saatchi Gallery The Saatchi Gallery exhibits contemporary art by largely unseen British and International artists. The gallery is an important stepping stone for many young artists launching their careers. The gallery is dedicated to introducing art students to work at the cutting edge of contemporary art. Tate Modern Created by world-leading architects Herzog & de Meuron, the new Tate Modern has been one of the most important new cultural buildings to open in the UK for almost twenty years. It was unveiled in 2016 with a complete re-hang, bringing together much-loved works from the collection with new acquisitions made for the nation since Tate Modern first opened in 2000. With 60% more display space, the world’s most popular gallery of modern art will now feature over 250 artists from around 50 countries. Teacher-led visits are available year-round using the Tate’s comprehensive resource packs. Fashion & Textile Museum The museum aims not just to display and collect items relating to fashion, jewellery and textile design, but to offer inspiration to a new generation of creatives. A range of talks and workshops drawing on the Museum’s prevailing exhibition or the unique fashion and textile collection can be tailored to each group’s requirements. Tate Britain The national gallery of British art. The Collection comprises British art from the year 1500 to the present day. Special attention is given to Blake, Turner and Constable from the Romantic age.

12 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! West End Theatre Shows

No visit to London would be complete without taking in a top West End show! Study Experiences can arrange for you to see the show of your choice – prices vary depending on performance date and your choice of show. Nearly all of London’s West End shows are supported by comprehensive Educational Resource Packs, call us on 020 8335 5151 for details. Choose from the following shows, plays and musicals which at the time of writing (April 2018) are available for school groups:

The Lion King Wicked Talented director Julie Taymor has This spellbinding, spectacular, transformed Disney’s hugely award-winning musical tells the successful film, with a breath- story of the legendary witches from taking spectacle of animals, The Wizard of Oz – transporting miraculously brought to life by a you to a wonderful fantasy land cast of over 40 actors. with stunning sets and special effects.

Come From Away The Phantom Of Based on the true story when The Opera thousands of people from across the globe were diverted to the air Andrew Lloyd Webber’s world- strip of an isolated community on renowned romantic masterpiece, September 11, 2001. Cultures this haunting musical has been clashed, music soared into the playing night and gratitude grew into to packed houses since it opened. enduring friendships. Fabulous music, costumes and special effects.

Aladdin Mamma Mia! Aladdin will sweep you into a world A wonderful tongue-in-cheek filled with beauty, comedy and production of Abba’s hit songs and breath-taking spectacle when it glittering ‘70s’ nostalgia, seen opens in June 2016. Featuring the through the eyes of a mother and daughter on her wedding day. timeless songs from the classic film Even better than the film! including A Whole New World, Friend Like Me and Arabian Nights.

Les Misérables School of Rock Cameron Mackintosh’s Based on the iconic film, this spectacular production sweeps its irresistible new musical follows audience through a tale of passion rock star wannabe Dewey Finn in and destruction, against a his mission to teach his class of backdrop of pint-sized prodigies to unleash a nation in the grip of revolutionary their musical potential and rock out turmoil. This show is better than live on stage! ever!

Matilda The Play That Goes The RSC’s irresistible musical Wrong opened in the West End to critical Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off, acclaim! Welcome to the magical this is a real smash hit comedy! world of Roald Dahl’s Matilda, the The Cornley Polytechnic Drama special little girl with an Society are putting on a 1920s extraordinary imagination. Roald murder mystery, but as the title Dahl’s classic novel loved by suggests, everything that can go generations of readers, has been wrong... does! The accident-prone adapted by Dennis Kelly with thespians battle against all odds to songs by composer and comedian make it through to their final curtain Tim Minchin. call, with hilarious consequences!

Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 13 Thriller – Live &Juliet Expect your favourite Jackson A fun loving new musical that songs delivered by an asks: what if Juliet’s famous exceptionally talented cast and live ending was really just her band, including the smash hits: I beginning? What if she decided to Want You Back, I’ll Be There, choose her own fate? Show You The Way To Go, Can You Feel It, Rock With You, She’s Out Of My Life, Beat It, Billie Jean, Earth Song and Thriller plus many more!

Big The Musical THE ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE. The Woman In Black Experience the fun-filled family Now celebrating over 25 terrifying spectacular Big the Musical this years in the West End, this autumn. Based on the smash-hit gripping production is a brilliantly movie starring Tom Hanks, Big SUSAN HILL’S successful study in atmosphere, makes its West End premiere this illusion and controlled horror. A ADAPTED BY STEPHEN MALLATRATT year. FORTUNE THEATRE firm favourite with school groups.

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14 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Theatre Tours Les Misérables Backstage Tour The Les Misérables backstage tour offers a fascinating insight, for groups who have booked to see the show, into how a West End musical is staged and how spectacular stage effects are achieved. There will also be an opportunity to look at some of the costumes and props from the show.

National Theatre Backstage Tour The National Theatre, on the South Bank, houses three theatres – the Olivier, the Lyttelton and the Cottesloe – all under one roof. The National presents an eclectic mix of new plays and classics and aims constantly to re- energise the great traditions of the British stage and to expand the horizons of audiences and artists alike. The backstage tour takes you behind-the scenes to see three auditoriums, front-of-house, scenic workshops and backstage areas, all in the company of well-informed, enthusiastic guides. Royal Albert Hall Tour Visit one of the world’s most famous entertainment venues. Take a Grand Tour of the Royal Albert Hall and experience the excitement inside one of the world’s most famous venues as it prepares for the next performance. From Victorian landmark to modern day icon, join our knowledgeable tour guides on a journey through the front of house areas of the Hall, taking in the stunning auditorium where the world’s stars have performed, the breathtaking view from the Gallery and the Royal Retiring Room. Shakespeare’s Globe Guided Tour Experience the fascinating world of Shakespeare! Explore Shakespeare’s theatre and the London in which he lived and worked. A visit includes a guided tour of the Globe Theatre.

“Through the Stage Door” at Theatre Top Tip: Due to the layout of this Royal Drury Lane historical venue, “Through the Stage Door” is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of tours may not be the most famous theatre in the world, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and suitable for those experience a world usually reserved for those who enter through the stage with impaired door. Professional actors guide you, and bring to life a myriad of characters mobility from over 300 years of history and ground breaking performances. This is a magical theatrical experience unlike any other theatre tour and offers students the chance to see a theatre come alive. Maximum 50 participants on the tour.

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Study Experiences has partnered with Theatre Workout to deliver an excellent range of award-winning workshops to enhance your theatre visit. Theatre workshops are not only an excellent opportunity for your students to develop their performance skills or learn more about the show they are going to see, but workshops also help boost your students’ confidence to play and create performance, developing essential communication, leadership and teamworking skills, ‘soft’ skills we all need! Official show workshops are available which have been developed by Theatre Workout in partnership with the producers of some of the best West End plays and musicals. An extensive range of bespoke masterclasses are also available, covering all aspects of theatre and performance, which can be tailored to any other production you wish to see. Lasting two hours or more, they offer an ideal opportunity to work with industry professionals and learn more about the themes, characters, their relationships and journeys, and the overall story of your chosen production. Every workshop is tailored to the age, ability and interests of your group to give you the best theatre experience possible! Masterclasses Acting Masterclasses These workshops can cover a wealth of professional actor training, including: • Voice and speech • Character development • Improvisation and listening skills • Scene studies from chosen plays • Devising techniques • Storytelling • Screen acting option available • Bespoke workshops for any West End play, including the Woman In Black and The Play That Goes Wrong. Musical Theatre Masterclasses The triple threat of acting, singing and dance, learning core skills including: • Voice development and singing technique • Acting through song • Song studies and character work • Emotional engagement • Choreography • Bespoke workshops can be created for any West End musical, including 42nd Street, An American In Paris, Aladdin, and Matilda Stage Combat Masterclasses Learning unarmed stage combat techniques and developing a vocabulary of fight moves including punches, slaps, grabs and kicks, led by professional fight directors, staging stunning fight routines which are 100% safe. Physical, Devised Theatre Masterclass Inspired by companies and practitioners like Frantic Assembly, Complicite, Jacques Lecoq, Artaud and Grotowski, this workshop will help you explore movement, gesture, characters and themes, devising stories and performing in visually engaging and physically exciting ways. Shakespeare Masterclass Tailored to any Shakespeare play you are studying or going to see, this workshop focuses on an actor’s approach to Shakespeare, exploring voice and speech, the use of language, rhythm, verse and prose, and uncovering Shakespeare’s hidden direction to the actor through the text. Students will work collectively on a central speech before working in small groups on scene studies, which can be performed at the end of the workshop. Audition Masterclass Originally developed in partnership with A Chorus Line, this intense workshop is aimed at accomplished drama students considering a career in the performing arts. Students will enter a workshop audition, learning choreography in real time and expected to perform in groups to a high standard. This is followed by a singing call, and unlike a real audition, constructive notes from the leading practitioner.

16 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Talks and Seminars Top Tip: Each There is more to theatre than the craft – it is also a business. In the UK, the creative workshop will industries as a whole is the UK fastest growing economy, contributing over £87bn to be subject to a minimum the UK economy, four times the GVA of the automotive industry, six times as much as and maximum life sciences and nearly 10 times that of aerospace. These talks cover a range of topics number of including: participants - The Business of Theatre contact us for details How commercial productions are developed, created and staged, including budgeting, choosing cast and creatives, theatre contracts, funding, the art of producing, ticketing, marketing and more. Working in the Arts How to manage your acting, singing, dance or other creative career, such as training, finding an agent, how to find work, marketing, tax, etc. Stage Makeup Led by a professional makeup artist, students will learn how to design, document and apply stage makeup, with a couple of ‘looks’ demonstrated on willing volunteers. Specific Show Workshops Les Misérables – Workshop & Backstage Tour Make the most of your visit to the production with a Les Misérables workshop which gives an insight into the history of the musical and stagecraft used during the performance. This practical workshop enables participants to understand more about the historic context of the production and encourages them to develop performance skills. For the ultimate experience, add a Backstage Tour of the Queen’s Theatre. The Phantom of the Opera – Workshop and Q & A Following the Thursday matinee performance only, students can also view the fascinating stage set-up and take part in a question and answer session with a company or crew member which will explore everything that goes into putting on a major West End show. For a fully immersive experience, students can also take part in a pre-matinee workshop, providing an in-depth exploration of Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s romantic masterpiece. MAMMA MIA! – Workshop Students will discover their inner disco diva in an action packed recreation of some of the highlights of the smash hit musical that brings them closer to the themes and exuberance of the production. A practical workshop which explores issues raised and allows the participants to gain an appreciation of routines that they will see in the show. Dreamgirls Workshop Official show workshop exploring the characters, stories and themes from Dreamgirls through drama and musical theatre techniques. Wicked Workshops Drama workshops focused on the themes of identity, friendship, bullying and race, or performance workshops focused on the characters and songs from the show.

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Study Experiences offers school, college and amateur performing group choirs, bands and orchestras the opportunity to perform live in London’s Covent Garden. Students will be in the company of a professional West End theatre musician. They perform at St Paul’s Church, a renowned Covent Garden landmark. Known as The Actors’ Church, as a result of its longstanding association with London’s West End theatre community, it provides a wonderful venue for your performance.

The Performance Experience Top Tip: Send us a St Paul’s is an excellent concert venue, with seating for an audience of 250. The church poster promoting your group and has two dressing rooms, each holding 25 people and also has a professional sound the church will and light system. Music stands are provided and it is also possible to use the church’s advertise your concert piano. performance to The performance experience will last around two and a half hours, with an hour given the general public for preparation and rehearsal, 40 minutes then free to relax and change, prior to a 50 minute performance. Throughout your time at the church, you will be accompanied by a professional West End musician, who will assist you however you wish, from preparing your performance area to musical advice and input during your rehearsal. This programme undoubtedly provides an exclusive opportunity to perform in the heart of London’s West End and enjoy the direct support and expertise of a professional West End musician. St. Paul’s Church, built by Inigo Jones, was consecrated in 1638. The church’s connection with the theatre began as early as 1663 following the establishment of the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and was further assured in 1723 with the opening of the Covent Garden Theatre, now the Royal Opera House. Memorials in the church are dedicated to many famous theatrical personalities, including Charlie Chaplin, Noel Coward, Gracie Fields, Vivien Leigh, Ivor Novello and Richard Beckensale. Study Experiences two-day tour includes: • Two days exclusive coach travel • One night’s hotel accommodation in greater London • Continental breakfast • Live performance at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden • Rehearsal time and support of professional West End musician • Guided sightseeing tour of London • Services of Study Experiences Tour Manager in London • One free teacher place for every eight students For full details contact our Tour Specialists.

18 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Kidzania London

KidZania is the UK’s first educational entertainment experience where children aged up to fourteen can learn real-life skills in a 75,000sq ft. child- size city built just for them. From the Aviation Academy to the Radio Station, Police Department or the Hospital, the city streets are lined with real-life establishments. Watch the excitement on their faces as they explore more than 60 unique and exciting professions through real-life role play in a fun and safe environment. UK’s first educational entertainment experience KidZania provides an authentic and powerful introduction to the world of work and careers, enabling children up to the age of 14 to understand the nature of work, the diversity and function of business, and its contribution to national prosperity. Just like in the real world in order to earn money (in KidZania the currency is ‘KidZos’) you have to work! In KidZania the work children do is taking part in the role-play activities. KidZania is all about ‘doing’ and represents experiential learning at its very best. Every activity has been developed with qualified teachers and can be appropriately cross- referenced to the National Curriculum: Maths, English, science, design and technology, computing and every subject are learned through the motivating medium of realistic role-play. However, the learning extends well beyond the curriculum and children will be able to develop a wide range of essential skills and attributes including: team work, communication, entrepreneurship, digital literacy, emotional intelligence and global citizenship. Study Experiences two-day tour includes: • Two days exclusive coach travel • One night’s hotel accommodation in greater London • Continental breakfast • Admission to Kidzania • Guided sightseeing tour of London • Services of Study Experiences Tour Manager in London • One free teacher place for every eight students For full details contact our Tour Specialists.

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is a behind-the-scenes walking tour featuring authentic sets, props and costumes from the Harry Potter™ film series. It’s an absolute “must-see, must-do” for Harry Potter fans everywhere.

The Making of Harry Potter Top Tip: If you wish to You’ll be immersed into the world of filmmaking as the unforgettable three hour participate in a walking tour takes you inside the magical world of the most successful film series ever lesson, in addition made. Based at the studios where the Harry Potter films were made, you will step in to the tour, then to some of the films’ most memorable and most recognisable sets – the Great Hall, you must request Diagon Alley and Dumbledore’s office – and discover how the true magic of special this in your effects brought the stories to life. initial enquiry, Students also have the exciting opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the as availability is world of filmmaking. Educational programmes have been developed to inspire and limited stimulate young minds, as they witness the extraordinary artistry, technology and talent of film makers. Taught by qualified teachers, there are lessons available in Careers, Business Studies, Film & Media, English and Art & Design to meet the requirements of Key Stages 2 to 5. Your one hour lesson will be delivered exclusively for your students and can be tailored to meet the requirements of your group. Study Experiences two-day tour includes: • Two days exclusive coach travel • One night’s three-star hotel accommodation in Greater London • Continental breakfast • Admission to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London • Subject-specific Lesson (subject to availability) • Guided sightseeing tour of London • Services of Study Experiences Tour Manager in London • One free teacher place for every eight students For full details contact our Tour Specialists.

20 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Thorpe Park Resort

Thorpe Park Resort is mainly geared towards a teenage audience due to the vast majority of signature attractions being roller coasters and thrill rides. The tallest of these being Stealth, an Intamin Accelerator Coaster, which launches riders from 0-80 mph in 1.8 seconds sending them 205 ft into the air. As well as this, The Swarm, which is the only B&M wing coaster in the UK, has a total of 5 inversions and is 127 feet tall. Major attractions across the resort include Tidal Wave, Colossus, Nemesis Inferno, Stealth, The Swarm, Derren Brown’s Ghost Train, and new in 2018, The Walking Dead: The Ride. Curriculum-based Interactive Workshops Learning through enjoyment is the ethos that Thorpe Park Resort is championing to teachers and students alike. Their goal is to harness students’ excitement and provide the framework to challenge and inspire them. Visits to the resort can now be arranged with interactive workshops that ensure this goal becomes a reality. The STEM workshops offer three topic choices: The Science of Rollercoasters, Maths and Design and Technology of Structures. The Business Studies workshops focus on Marketing, Guest Care and Human Resources. For a broader overview, ‘Thorpe Park Resort as a Business’ examines how the resort operates as a business, and how creative marketing, efficient environmental management and evolving customer service all play key roles in its success. New In 2016, in line with the launch of Derren Brown’s Ghost Train are four new workshops for Computing, Design and Technology, Psychology and Science. Led by the resort’s experienced facilitators, the workshops are designed to meet the requirements of Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Your 40 minute workshop will be delivered exclusively for your students and can be tailored to meet the requirements of your group. Study Experiences two-day tour includes: • Two days exclusive coach travel • One night’s three-star hotel accommodation in Greater London • Continental breakfast • Admission to Thorpe Park Resort • Interactive workshop • Guided sightseeing tour of London • Services of Study Experiences Tour Manager in London • One free teacher place for every eight students For full details contact our Tour Specialists.

Email us at [email protected] – We’re here to help! 21 Where to Eat As part of our commitment to complete service, we are also able to organise meals during your time in London to match your requirements and budget. All meals arranged by Study Experiences must be pre-booked in advance of your trip. Study Experiences Meal Deals are set menus developed with our restaurant partners to offer the very best value for money. All restaurants offer a vegetarian option. If you need any help in deciding which Meal Deal would be the most suitable for your group, please call us on 020 8335 5151. We regret that we are unable to arrange for any special dishes or alternative options to the menu choices shown – should any member of your group order any additional items during your meal, these will be charged directly to you by the restaurant. All prices shown are per person.

Packed Lunch Excellent value for money, our packed lunches are delivered to your hotel on the day. We offer a choice of two menus. Ham Sandwich Menu includes: Ham roll, cheese roll, carrot and cucumber sticks, chocolate biscuit, crisps, apple (or other fruit) and a bottle of water. Chicken Sandwich Menu includes: Chicken roll, cheese roll, carrot and cucumber sticks, chocolate biscuit, crisps, satsuma (or other fruit) and a bottle of water.

Sticky Fingers Sticky Fingers is owned by Bill Wyman and his photographs adorn the walls alongside a range of Rolling Stones’ memorabilia. A Study Experiences staff favourite! Meal includes: Quarter of BBQ chicken served with French fries or Classic Burger with French fries or Sticky’s soya bean patty with French fries. Ice cream dessert. Water provided as drink.

Hard Rock Café Hard Rock Café has it all: delicious food, awesome music and a high-energy atmosphere that will give diners a rock ‘n’ roll experience to remember! Meal Includes: Hard Rock Café Burger served with French fries and salad, with a soft drink and ice cream dessert.

Byron Byron started back in 2007 with one mission: To do a simple thing, and do it properly, serving delicious hamburgers, made fresh from properly-sourced British beef and the best ingredients possible. It is a dining destination designed to bring families and friends together. Its Chefs pride themselves on creating proper burgers, handcrafted in a variety of patties to suit individual tastes, including the signature British beef, juicy chicken, veggie, and vegan options.

Planet Hollywood Dine with the Stars at Planet Hollywood, where the glitz and glamour of this popular restaurant will be a hit with your students. Meal Includes: Classic Planet Hollywood Burger (hamburger, cheeseburger or vegetarian) served on a home-style roll with French fries, with Ice Cream dessert plus a soft drink.

Garfunkel’s Iconic restaurant chain catering for groups around London’s most famous landmarks. Meal Includes: Choice of pizza, pasta, chicken or hot dog with French fries, with vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce plus a soft drink.

22 Call us on 020 8335 5151 – We’re here to help! Rainforest Café Located in the heart of the West End at Piccadilly Circus, Rainforest Cafe is designed as an exotic jungle that recreates the sights and sounds of the Amazon rainforest. Enjoy great food in this spectacular restaurant whilst the unique jungle surroundings are brought to life with the help of stunning special effects including thunder and lightning storms, tropical showers and cascading waterfalls, as well as lifelike, animatronic inhabitants including chattering gorillas, a menacing jaguar, snapping crocodile and of course our trumpeting elephants. Meal Includes: Rainforest Classic Steak Burger served with salad garnish and French fries (or vegetarian option) with vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate sauce plus a soft drink.

Zizzi Zizzi offers classic Italian favourites served with warm and genuine hospitality. Groups are sure to have fun experiences in comfortable, relaxed and charming restaurants. Meal Includes: Pizza Margherita or Spaghetti Pomodoro plus vanilla or chocolate ice cream dessert. Soft drink also included.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Bubba Gump Shrimp is a huge, spectacularly decorated venue in the centre of London offering a fantastic choice of seafood as well as a range of classic dishes. Guests dine in a themed environment with a vibrant atmosphere that evokes the heart and soul of the award winning film ‘Forrest Gump’. Meal Includes: Choice of Mama Blue’s Southern Charmed fish and chips, cheeseburger and French fries or veggieburger. Plus ice cream dessert and unlimited soft drinks.

Wildwood A quality chain restaurant with a passion for food, Wildwood provide their own take on some classic dishes. The fresh-faced design of the restaurant combines style with an authentic atmosphere that appeals to school groups, young and older alike. Meal Includes: Choice of Spaghetti Bolognese, Classic Cheeseburger & Fries, Margherita Pizza, Chicken Burger & Fries, Oven Roasted Boneless Chicken with creamy mushroom or Gorgonzola sauce & potatoes, Lasagne, Cherry Bell Pepper and Spring Vegetable Risotto, or Fish & Chips. Plus a dessert choice of Ice Cream, Waffle & Ice Cream, Chocolate Honeycomb Fudge Cake, or Eton Mess. Homemade soft drink included.

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