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Berkshire school visiting in May 2027


Here are the anonymised details of an actual Isle of Wight school trip booked with Education Destination taking place in May 2027

Here at Education Destination we help you experience the very best of the Isle of Wight - accommodation, transport, activities - and we take care of booking everything for you!


Here's the basics:

Travelling fromBerkshire in May 2027
Students Travelling42
Accompanying Adults4
Nights Away3
Road TransportIncluded
Ferry CrossingsIncluded
AccommodationFull Board
Activities7 included
PRICE PER PERSONLess than £380

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School trips from Bedfordshire to the Isle of Wight

Tuesday




Education Destination coach departs school

The Journey Begins

Everyone's boarded, the luggage is loaded up and the coach departs school for the journey to Portsmouth

Trip Diaries are distributed so that everyone has something to keep them quiet

Toilet stops will be taken as necessary





Crossing the Solent

After a timely arrival at Portsmouth it's time to get off the coach and head upstairs to the open deck or the passenger lounge for a good look around. For many students, this will be their first time at sea

It's a 40 minute crossing to Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight, across waters which are generally quite sheltered

Isle of Wight school trips via Wightlink ferries



Isle of Wight school trips to Osborne (House)

Osborne (House)

Queen Victoria's Holiday Home

Bring history to life and get a real insight into the private lives of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and their children by visiting their Isle of Wight summer residence.




Wednesday





The Needles: Landmark Attraction

Traditional Seaside Fun

Home to the world-famous Alum Bay coloured sands and the birthplace of ship-to-shore radio, The Needles Attraction offers a great trade-off beween learning and fun.

Isle of Wight school trips to The Needles: Landmark Attraction



Isle of Wight school trips to Needles Pleasure Cruises

Needles Pleasure Cruises

Up Close and Personal

Get up close and personal with the world-famous Needles! This short boat ride includes a detailed live commentary, which can be adapted to suit your age group or topic of interest.





Carisbrooke Castle

Quintessential Romantic Castle

Sitting high and proud at the heart of the Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke Castle has been an artillery fortress, king's prison and royal summer residence.

Isle of Wight school trips to Carisbrooke Castle



Thursday




Isle of Wight school trips to Wight Coast Fossils

Wight Coast Fossils

Expertly guided fossil hunts

One of the best places on earth to come face to face with the ancient past, the Isle of Wight has a rich fossil record spanning 130 million years, from the dinosaurs of the early Cretaceous to the freezing tundra of the last Ice Age.





Calbourne Water Mill

The Oldest Working Watermill

Set in 35 acres of stunning rural landscape, Calbourne Water Mill contains one of the oldest working water mills in the country, dating back to the Domesday Book.

Isle of Wight school trips to Calbourne Water Mill



Friday




Isle of Wight school trips to Brading Roman Villa

Brading Roman Villa

Award-winning Visitor Centre

Brading Roman Villa's award-winning visitor centre and museum offers a unique insight into Roman life in Britain, from beautifully preserved mosaic floors to an extensive collection of Roman archaeology.





Back to the Mainland

After a short drive to Fishbourne it's time to get back on the ferry for the journey home to the "north island" as we call it...

It's a 40 minute crossing to Portsmouth on the mainland, and an ideal opportunity for everyone to eat a packed lunch before the onward journey

Isle of Wight school trips via Wightlink ferries



Education Destination coach departs school

The Journey Home

Back on the coach and now it's just a simple case of zipping up the motorway and back to school

The homeward journey should be a lot quieter than the drive down - hopefully everyone will be exhausted from having a great time here on the Isle of Wight and full of precious memories

Again, toilet stops will be taken as necessary




Trip Diaries (optional)


A great extra to encourage students to engage with their surroundings throughout the trip - they can also include a selection of our curriculum-relevant resources.

Sample Education Destination Trip Diary
Sample Education Destination Day by Day Guide
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