The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal and Caverns

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Hands-on workshops, immersing students in narrowboat life and canal history to deepen their understanding of the Industrial Revolution.

Connect history, geology, and science, making it ideal for learning about Earth's past, fossil discovery, and the Black Countryโ€™s industrial heritage.

Water safety sessions accredited by the Canal & River Trust (CRT), teaching students essential skills for staying safe around waterways.

Dudley Canal and Caverns, Dudley

Ongoing

Tickets from ยฃ9 per student

“Fantastic time. Great information in the exhibition centre. Learnt a lot before the boat trip. Hats off to both Ricky (skipper) and Ted (first mate) , who were both knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the tour. Was in awe of the caverns and the canals. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend this experience to both local and overseas visitors. Well done guys, will definitely be back soon for another visit.”

School trip offer

Tickets just ยฃ9 per student for a 45 minute boat trip
Boat trip and 1 workshop ยฃ11 per student
Boat trip and 2 workshops ยฃ13 per student
Accompanying adults attend for free. All tickets subject to availability.

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question.

Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

Find out more about The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal and Caverns

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About The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal and Caverns

Take your students on an unforgettable educational adventure as you journey underground through Dudleyโ€™s hidden tunnels. Experience the vast caverns and impressive basins that have shaped the regionโ€™s history for over 428 million years.

Step into a magical subterranean world, where sound and light shows bring history to life. As you travel through these remarkable tunnels, be captivated by historic recreations and informative commentary delivered by knowledgeable skippers who will guide you through each step of this extraordinary journey.

Explore the materials that were mined from these tunnels and learn how they contributed to the shaping of the Industrial Revolution. Discover how the mining of these resources played a pivotal role in the development of canal building and transportation.

Marvel at the unique and ancient fossils found deep within the earth, remnants of tropical sea-beds that were once present millions of years ago. These amazing discoveries give students an unparalleled glimpse into the distant past and the geological processes that have shaped our world.

Enhance your classroom lessons with hands-on workshops, designed to immerse you in the history of narrowboats and the Black Country canals. Learn what it was like to live and work on a narrowboat, and uncover how these canals were central to the Industrial Revolution.

Whether youโ€™re enhancing history, geography, or science curricula, this journey underground offers a rich and engaging experience for students and educators alike.

Curriculum links

Subjects: History, Science

Topics: Fossils, Rocks, Local History Study, The Industrial Revolution

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School trip & venue info

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Age suitability

Key Stages: KS1, KS2

Age Groups: 5-7, 7-11, 11-14

Min. Age: Suitable for ages 5+

Things to know

Adult/Student Ratio: At least 1 adult(s) is recommended for every 10 students

SEND: Suitable for children with SEND (please speak to us for more information)

Classroom Facilities: Classroom facilities are available on-site

Address

The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal & Caverns,
501 Birmingham New Road,
Dudley,
West Midlands,
DY1 4SB

Times

A typical day for school visitors is 10am – 2pm.

Duration

4 hours

Dates

Ongoing

We regularly check that the costs and information are the latest and most up-to-date. However, please contact us directly if you need any further information or have a particular question.

Unless specified otherwise, all prices include VAT.

Workshops & add-ons

At Venue

The "Life on a Working Boat" workshop at Dudley Canal & Caverns offers an immersive experience into the daily lives of those who lived and worked on canal boats.

KS1, KS2

At Venue

The "Black Country Canals and Industry" workshop at Dudley Canal & Caverns offers educators an immersive exploration into the region's pivotal role during the Industrial Revolution.

KS1, KS2

At Venue

The "Sedimentary Rocks and Fossils" workshop at Dudley Canal & Caverns offers students an engaging exploration into the geological history of the Black Country region.ย 

KS2

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hello@theschooltrip.co.uk

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020 8064 0974

Prices are correct at the time of publication. All costs, unless otherwise specified, include VAT.

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