About this session
Key stage 2 | Subject: History and General interest | Topics: Normans, Medieval, Tudors, Stuarts | Session Type: Route-based
Developed especially for the summer season, this lively and interactive session will engage your students with some of the very best stories which have made the Tower of London such an important site in British history. Students have a choice of tales offering them to chance to follow in the footsteps of English monarchs, prisoners, ravens or even a jewel-thief as they explore the stories of the Tower in the places where history happened.
What to expect?
- This 45-minute session takes place outdoors and pupils will be standing for the most part.
- Teachers will be asked at the start of the session about pupils' previous knowledge, learning needs and access requirements.
- Your group will be led to different locations around the site.
- The session will be led by a historical character in costume who will interact with pupils in a lively and responsive way.
- Your pupils will be encouraged to take an active part in the session through drama-based activities, questioning and debate.
- Teachers will be required to actively support the facilitator and engage with the session.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
- Be introduced to some of the Tower of London’s most famous stories and legends
- Explore key parts of the Tower site
- Develop and enhance their cultural capital
Booking information
Availability
Monday to Friday
(Summer Term Only: 13 April - 17 July 2026)
10.30, 12.00, 13.30
Duration
45 minutes
Capacity
Up to 35 pupils
Price
£105 plus admission
Tower of London Timeline
Download an editable timeline of the Tower of London. Use dates, key facts and activities to explore the history of the Tower.