At The Tower of London
About this session
Key stage 3 | Subject: History | Topics: Medieval, Tudors, Elizabethans, 20th and 21st Century, Crime and Punishment | Session Type: Route-based
Throughout history, the Tower of London has been viewed as a symbol of awe and fear: an uncontested fortress against all invaders. Yet the reality of the Tower is complex.
This session investigates the Tower of London as a hotbed of protest and rebellion. Exploring the stories of the Peasants’ Revolt, the runaway Edward Francis who had been enslaved by the Tower's Lion Keeper and Leonora Cohen the suffragette, students will discover the power and courage of ordinary, often underrepresented people against the strength of this mighty fortress.
What to expect?
- The session will be led by an historical character in costume who will interact with students in a lively and responsive way
- Your group will be led to different locations around the site
- Your students will be encouraged to take an active part in the session through drama-based activities/questioning/debate
- Teachers will be required to actively support the facilitator and engage with the session
Learning objectives
Students will:
- Investigate the Tower of London as a hotbed of protest over the centuries.
- Discover stories from the Peasants’ Revolt, 17th century enslavement and women’s suffrage in order to develop a broader understanding of underrepresented histories.
National Curriculum links
- The development of Church, state and society in Medieval Britain 1066-1509.
- The development of Church, state and society in Britain 1509-1745.
- Challenges for Britain, Europe and the wider world 1901 to the present day.
- Understanding how people’s lives have shaped this nation and how Britain has influenced and been influenced by the wider world.
Booking information
Availability
Monday - Friday
10.30, 12.00, 13.30
Duration
60 minutes
Capacity
Up to 35 students
Price
£105 plus admission
Tower of London Significant People Biographies and Key Facts
Download short editable biographies of significant people at the Tower of London. Use key facts, activities and historic sources to explore who lived and worked at the Tower of London.