Ensure you have the group register and emergency contact numbers for all leaders and students
Make sure students have plenty of water. Encourage them to refill bottles with tap water where possible. In their own country they might think tap water is toxic! Educate them.
Make sure you have the tickets you need to enter with your group
Wear the official group T-shirt or hoodie for easy identification
Charge your phone fully and bring a power bank
Review the risk assessment for the day’s route and activities
Remind students to bring a raincoat or umbrella in case of light rain
Take group photos at key locations and share them with the programme WhatsApp group
Stonehenge and Bath are two of the most famous historical places in England. They are both located in the region of Wiltshire and Somerset in the southwest of the country. Many tourists visit them every year because they are interesting and full of history.
Stonehenge is a prehistoric stone circle built around 5,000 years ago. It is made of large stones placed in a special pattern. Some of the stones are very heavy, and people still do not know exactly how they were moved. Many historians believe Stonehenge was used for ceremonies, perhaps connected to the sun or the seasons. During the summer and winter solstices, the sun rises and sets in a way that matches the position of the stones. This makes Stonehenge an important place for people who study ancient culture.
Bath is a beautiful city known for its Roman baths and Georgian buildings. The Romans built the baths nearly 2,000 years ago because the area has natural hot springs. They believed the hot water had healing powers. Today, visitors can explore the old Roman Bath complex and learn how people lived in Roman times. Bath is also famous for its elegant architecture from the 18th century, including the Royal Crescent and the Circus. Many buildings in Bath are made from local golden stone, which gives the city a warm and special look.
Both Stonehenge and Bath are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They show the long and rich history of England, and each offers a different window into the past.
9:00 AM – Depart from Wimbledon – Leave by private coach for Stonehenge.
10:45 AM – Arrive at Stonehenge – Explore the stone circle and Visitor Centre.
12:00 PM – Depart Stonehenge – Travel by coach to Bath.
1:00 PM – Arrive in Bath – Free time for lunch in the city centre.
2:00 PM – Visit the Roman Baths – Explore the historic bath complex.
3:00 PM – Bath city walk – See the Abbey, Royal Crescent, and Circus.
4:00 PM – Depart Bath – Return journey to Wimbledon.
6:00 PM – Arrive back in Wimbledon – End of the trip.