Here at YHA, we create unique opportunities for young people to explore, grow and revel in the glorious great outdoors.
Engage your students with real, hands-on experiences and extraordinary learning opportunities in England and Wales’ most inspiring and spectacular locations. Whatever your subject and your school’s needs, you can be confident of a safe, fulfilling and truly unforgettable experience with a YHA school trip.
Working with teachers and experts in their fields, we have prepared a range of fully flexible residential and trip options that are ideal for school groups of all shapes, sizes and abilities. Looking for a base for self-led adventures, a package with activities linked to the National Curriculum, classroom space or just a day visit? We have it all.
Great value school trips
Primary schools
Build your students' confidence and independence with our flexible residential options. From accommodation and classrooms to catering and activities linked to the National Curriculum, our groups specialists will work with you to create a break that’s tailored to your needs.
Secondary schools and further education
Planning a fieldwork expedition or looking to bring geography or history lessons to life? Whether you choose a countryside, city or seaside hostel, you just can't beat our unique locations.
Self-led residentials
Breathe in the fresh countryside air or explore attractions and historical monuments in the big city. From the shores of Lake Windermere to the hustle and bustle of Central London, we've got the perfect location for your self-led trip.
Activity packages
Offering activities such as archery, conservation and team building, our packages bring real adventures to your stay. Accommodation, catering and activities are all included at an affordable price. Bolt-ons are available too!
History field trips
An important factor of teaching history is enabling pupils to have an understanding beyond the simple facts and figures, what better way to achieve this than through the first-hand experience offered by a history field trip?
Geography field trips
Explore national parks, coastlines and human geography with YHA. We are lucky to have hostels in locations that align perfectly with geography topics and we use this to its very best advantage. Where will you explore?
London for schools
Explore the vibrancy of the nation's capital. Thousands of years of history, a fast-changing fusion of old and new, and a well-deserved reputation as a multicultural melting pot – London is full of surprises making it the perfect city for school trips.
Ready to make a group booking?
Simply get in touch with our experienced groups advisers to start the process.
A safe provider you can trust
We have been enriching the lives of young people since 1932, so you can trust us to provide you with expert guidance on how to plan a residential that is perfectly tailored to your needs. Over 70 of our sites have LOtC accreditation, the most of any provider in the UK, so you can be confident that you are making the right choice for your educational school trip.
With us, young people get to explore England and Wales and discover their own potential. For some children challenging circumstances means travel isn’t usually possible and our Breaks Programmes are here to help.
Best Residential Experience 2023
We’re delighted to have been selected as a finalist for Best Residential Experience in the School Travel Awards 2023. We won this award in 2018/19 and 2019/20.