The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal and Caverns
Everything you need to plan your school trip to Dudley Canal and Caverns.
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About The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal and Caverns
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 Country’s industrial heritage.
Water safety sessions accredited by the Canal & River Trust (CRT), teaching students essential skills for staying safe around waterways.
Take your students on an unforgettable educational adventure as you journey underground through Dudley’s hidden tunnels. Experience the vast caverns and impressive basins that have shaped the region’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 you’re enhancing history, geography, or science curricula, this journey underground offers a rich and engaging experience for students and educators alike.
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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.
Address
The Underground Experience at Dudley Canal & Caverns,
501 Birmingham New Road,
Dudley,
West Midlands,
DY1 4SB
Coach parking & drop-off
Times
A typical day for school visitors is 10am – 2pm.
Duration
4 hours
Dates
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