Berkshire East

Berkshire East

Berkshire East is an area just outside the metropolis of London but within easy reach that offers a wide variety of opportunities for school trips.

Its principal town, Slough, might not be the most solubrious name amongst English towns, but the area within its compass includes stately homes, wonderful museums, sporting venues and the river Thames. Not to mention the cradle of modern law; Runnymede, the site of the signing of the Magna Carta.

For over 25 years Slough Museum has been dedicated to documenting, preserving and sharing the local heritage and history, explaining how Slough transformed from a muddy bog to a thriving town of industry and innovation. The area has a diverse landscape and you can go from the bustling streets of the town centre to the tranquil settings of Cliveden National Trust property or to revel in Britain's incredible rowing history at the National Rowing Museum (pictured).

If you are looking for activities to keep your students engaged then Berkshire East has plenty to offer from ten-pin bowling alleys to indoor play centres and even a racing simulator. 

Venues in this location

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Herschel Park

A hidden gem which is well worth a visit

Herschel Park is a unique Grade II listed park, easily accessible in the centre of Slough. Consisting of the recently restored Victorian Pleasure Gardens and a newly created Nature Reserve, it has a rich history and amazing wildlife and plants to explore.

Legoland

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is an exciting place with thrills and fun for the whole family.

Datchet Water Sailing Club

Datchet Water Sailing Club is a modern club set on a large inland reservoir providing a complete package for every type of sailor. It is set with magnificent views overlooking Windsor Castle.

Datchet Watersports Ltd

Naturally we teach dinghy sailing, windsurfing, powerboating and yachting to a very high level, but we also like to ensure that everyone has a good time too! 

Royal Burial Ground

Since 1928, most members of the Royal Family, except for sovereigns and their consorts, have been interred here. Among those interred here are three of Queen VIctoria's children (Princess Helena, 1846–1923; Prince Arthur, 1850–1942; Princess Louise, 1848–1939) as well as one former monarch (Edward VIII, 1894–1972, later the Duke of Windsor) and his wife Wallis Simpson.

Museum of Eton Life and Verey Gallery

The Museum of Eton Life tells the story of the foundation of the College in 1440 and provides a glimpse into the world of the Eton schoolboy past and present.

Stanley Spencer Gallery

The Gallery promotes knowledge of Spencer and his works in many ways.

Maidenhead and Cookham Commons

An historic landscape full of natural beauty

For many years the commons have been at the heart of the local community. At over 874 acres, the wide variety of landscapes offers the perfect escape to the country.

From the Thames riverbank to woodlands and wildflower meadows, there's a lot to discover whether you're on foot, bike or even horseback.

Slough Museum

Inspire, engage and educate

Come and discover how Slough transformed from a muddy bog to a thriving town of industry and innovation, and explore the history of community life in Slough, through stories of celebration, migration and unity.

Slough Museum has a fascinating collection to explore…we look forward to seeing you soon!

Schools Learning

Windsor and Royal Borough Museum

This accredited museum is supported by the Friends of Windsor & Royal Borough Museum, the Heritage Lottery Fund and a team of very enthusiastic volunteers.

The Museum covers five themes; The Royal Borough & its settlement, Military Associations, Aeronautical Windsor, Working Windsor and Childhood.

Dorneywood Gardens

1930s-style garden, with herbaceous borders, cottage garden and lily pond

Did you know?

Dorneywood is traditionally the country residence of a senior member of the Government, usually a Secretary of State or Minister of the Crown. It was given to us by Lord Courtauld-Thomson and it is administered by the Dorneywood Trust.

Useful information

Dorneywood is open on selected summer dates.

Eton College Natural History Museum

The museum was opened in 1875 to house the Thackeray Collection of British Birds and other collections and has been located in its present site since 1895. It now houses over 15,000 specimens, donated from the nineteenth century onwards. Initially, the museum belonged to Eton College Natural History Society and was actively curated by boys.

Bray Lake Watersports

Bray Lake Watersports one of the UK's largest water sports clubs in the country. With over 30 years of experience, we are confident that our enthusiastic instructors will get you out on the water sailing, windsurfing or paddling with confidence in the shortest time possible.

Frogmore House

Frogmore House has been a favourite royal retreat for more than 300 years. Built in the 17th century, it became royal property when it was purchased for George III’s wife, Queen Charlotte, in 1792. It is no longer an occupied royal residence, but is frequently used by the Royal Family for private entertaining.

Longridge

Longridge provides a range of exciting water sports and land-based activities aimed at young people of all abilities.

Maidenhead Heritage Centre

Explore the town’s history, which stretches from before the Romans to racing cars, aeroplanes, Hammer Horror films and scandals at Cliveden.

Explore the amazingly varied history of Maidenhead at this Heritage Centre with lots of hands-on activities for families.

The permanent Story of Maidenhead exhibition with Roman Dress-Up and other regular family activities is supplemented with five free exhibitions a year in the Sammes Gallery, so there is always something new to see and do.

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