Olde Era Events
Interactive Viking Workshops for KS2 – Bring History to Life!
Looking for a fun and engaging Viking workshop for your primary school? Our immersive, hands-on workshops are designed for KS2 pupils, bringing Viking history to life through interactive activities. Delivered directly at your school, our workshops offer a cost-effective and hassle-free alternative to off-site trips, while providing an unforgettable learning experience.
Why Choose Our Viking History Workshops?
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Curriculum-Aligned: All workshops are linked to the National Curriculum for History, focusing on Viking raids, settlements, daily life, and their impact on Britain.
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Fun and Hands-On: Packed with interactive activities, children will wear Viking costumes, make their own shields, and participate in exciting role-plays and crafts.
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Experienced Staff: Our expert historical facilitators are passionate about creating immersive learning experiences that engage young minds. Ideal for schools seeking a professional, knowledgeable visitor to enhance their history lessons.
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Cost-Effective and Convenient: Bringing our workshop to your school saves you the hassle of organising transport, permissions, and the additional costs of an off-site trip. Your pupils can enjoy all the benefits of a high-quality historical experience without leaving the classroom!
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Immersive Learning: From navigating across seas using Viking techniques to debating in a Viking council meeting ("Thing"), your pupils will be fully immersed in Viking life.
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Flexible Workshop Options: Choose from our 1-hour to full day workshops, or customise the experience to suit your school’s timetable.
What Will Your Pupils Learn?
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Who Were the Vikings? Pupils will explore where the Vikings came from, why they invaded Britain, and how they settled here, using maps, timelines, and group discussions.
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Viking Life and Society: Pupils will investigate Viking artefacts, craft shields and helmets, and role-play Viking raids and trades. They'll also learn how the Vikings influenced British culture and place names.
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Raiders, Traders, and Navigators: Pupils will take part in a Viking voyage simulation, learning how the Vikings navigated their longships across seas. They'll also explore how the Vikings balanced raiding with trade and settlement.
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Viking Crafts and Costumes: Not only will pupils wear Viking costumes, they’ll also create their own Viking-themed crafts, such as shields, and rune-writing.
Workshop Details
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Target Audience: Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11)
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Duration: 1-hour or 4-hour (full day) workshops available
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Location: We visit across the North of the UK up to 2 hours from LS21
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Cost: £300 for full day or £100 for 1 hour workshop (minimum 2 per booking)
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Mileage from LS21 charged at 60p a mile for the round trip
Not just for schools!
Our Viking workshops are not just for schools! We also offer these immersive, hands-on experiences for Scout and Guide groups, youth groups, and holiday clubs. Whether you're looking for a fun and educational activity for your next meeting or a special event, our workshops are designed to engage young people of all ages. Participants will enjoy dressing up in Viking costumes, crafting their own shields and helmets, and learning Viking navigation skills—all while discovering fascinating historical facts in an interactive and enjoyable way. We bring the experience to you, making it a perfect option for any group seeking a unique, history-themed adventure.
