Inspiring workshops for EYFS, primary and secondary pupils Schools Brochure 2015 - 2016

SCHOOLVISITS

Lincoln Castle is a truly inspiring venue for a school visit. The new national curriculum-linked Investigate programme for schools offers you and your pupils the chance to have fun, discover, learn and be inspired to learn more through a wealth of unique hands-on adventures and experiences.

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

FACILITATED WORKSHOPSIn this brochure and on the website www.lincolncastle.com you will find a broad range of pre-bookable facilitated workshops led by our experienced learning team. Workshops are designed to offer an immersive, action-packed school visit. Talk to us about your ideal school trip and we will do everything we can to make this possible.

Morning workshops from 10am or afternoon workshops from 12.30pm will last around 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours. All day workshops are 10am - 2.30pm. Times are flexible to suit your needs and if you need to stop for a break just let us know. All day £8.00 per pupil. Morning or afternoon £4.00 per pupil.

SELF-LED VISITSA self-led visit may include the Medieval Wall Walk £2.50 per pupil, Magna Carta and the Victorian Prison. £5.00 per pupil or an all-inclusive ticket £6.00 per pupil.

MULTI-SITE VISITSExperience two heritage sites on the same day. There are limited pre-bookable combined workshops available with The Collection Museum or Lincoln Cathedral. £8.00 per pupil.

GUIDED TOURSMany of the facilitated workshops include tours relevant to their subject area. However, you can book a general guided tour in the bailey as part of your visit. £2.00 per pupil.

ACCESS Please let us know of any access requirements when you book your visit. We would strongly recommend a pre-visit to the site if you have particular access requirements. RISK ASSESSMENTSYou can download our hazard identification sheet to help you to fully complete your risk assessments on the website.

LOAN BOX SERVICEComplement your studies of Lincoln Castle in the classroom with a box of real and replica objects, plus information on how to get the most from the box. See the website for further details.

SHOPOur castle shop stocks a wide range of pocket-money priced items for children. However if you feel you will be too short of time for pupils to visit the shop on the day, you can book items from our goody-bag service in advance. If you would like to use this service please email: shop@lincolncastle.gov.uk for further details.

MAKING THE MOSTOF YOUR VISITThe brand new learning centre has four bright and spacious flexible rooms, an Early Years room and a dedicated schools area of the Victorian Prison.

TRAVEL THROUGH CASTLE TIME

Meet Dennis the DragonDress up like a knight or a princess from the magical world of castle stories and meet Dennis the (small and friendly) Dragon

Magic Spells and PotionsPlay the ‘Spells and Potions’ game with the giant cauldron. Touch and smell real herbs. Plant a seed to take away

My Castle HomeWhat was it like living in a castle long ago? Prepare and enjoy a banquet, learn to be a knight or a lady, and more

EARLY YEARSVery young children have the chance to experience real foods and real artefacts with a little sprinkle of castle magic…

FACILITATED WORKSHOPS AT A GLANCE

You can find out about our workshops in more detail on www.lincolncastle.com

All the following workshops are morning, afternoon or, all day (where stated). Half day workshops can be extended as required.

My Castle Home What was it like living in a castle long ago? Prepare and enjoy a banquet, learn to be a knight or a lady, and more

Young Castle ExplorersYoung scientists can find out what a castle is made of, how heavy a knight’s armour might be and how fast an arrow fires. Investigation through real and replica object handling

Time Detectives - Dig it!Examine the evidence from real excavations at Lincoln Castle. Apply hands-on archaeology with mini-digs and complete your materials chart

Burglar BillThis workshop will engage very young children through lively activities using props and costumes. Includes a mini-tour of the Victorian prison

KEY STAGE ONEBe a young scientist, archaeologist or explore life in a medieval castle…

Roman Invaders meet the Celts!Learn about conflict and understanding others through this exciting all-day Romans and Celts workshop working across Lincoln Castle and The Collection museum

Anglo-Saxons: Pagans to PilgrimsHow did life change when the Anglo-Saxons converted to Christianity? Examine evidence from the Anglo-Scandinavian Church, human remains and sarcophagus found on site. Take part in a fun Saxon mini-drama

Time Detectives: Lincoln Castle RevealedTake a Time Detective Quest around Lincoln Castle to reveal some of its Roman, Saxon and Norman history mystery

Time Detectives: Dig it!Examine the evidence from real excavations at Lincoln Castle and build a chronological timeline of recent finds that reveal events and people occupying the site for more than 2000 years

Magna Carta to Children’s CharterThis exciting drama workshop examines the relevance of Magna Carta through children’s issues

Comic Strip Magna CartaView the document and film then create a continuous comic strip of Magna Carta. Learn how the document was made and have a go at writing manuscript with medieval - style pen and ink.

Magna Carta Drama: King John on TrialExamine the evidence - just how ‘bad’ was King John? This fun drama workshop looks at some of the issues of Magna Carta in detail

KEY STAGE TWOExamine 2000 years of history and historical interpretation through a wealth of hands-on experiences

NATIONAL CURRICULUMA study of an aspect of

history or a site dating from a period beyond 1066 that is

significant in the locality.

PLEASE NOTE WOW days are limited to certain dates. Please check the website for

more details

Magna Carta WOW dayImmerse yourself into the drama and conflict surrounding the sealing of Magna Carta in this inspiring Lincoln Castle and Lincoln Cathedral full day workshop. For two classes or more

Prison Escape!Find out about the incredible story of Joseph Ralph who escaped from Lincoln Castle Prison twice using amazing escape tactics. Play the ‘Prison Escape’ game as you hunt for objects hidden in the Victorian cells

Victorian Childhood: Poverty & PrisonWhich was worse for Victorian children? - being in prison or out on the street? You decide in this immersive visit to the Castle’s Victorian prison

Lock in! WOW daySpend a day as a Victorian prisoner, or try being the governor or matron in charge. What will you eat? How dark is the punishment cell? What are your chores? Fun for two classes or more

Under Attack!Using their ‘Under Attack’ pack, in two groups, French Attackers and Royalist Defenders - pupils will work out a winning strategy from real events as the enemy looking for the weak points of the Castle’s defence, or defend the Castle against enemy attack

Knight SchoolFind out how tough knight training was and some of the surprising duties you would have undertaken

A Norman Castle: Power and PeasantryLearn about the Norman Invasion and castle construction here at Lincoln castle. What still remains of the original building? Why was it built here? Who built it?

Medieval Day in the Life of a castle WOW dayEnjoy an amazing, immersive day at Lincoln Castle including dressing-up, handle replica armour and weaponry, eat like a king and more in this exciting WOW day for two classes or more

KEY STAGE TWO CONTINUED

A Norman Castle: Power and PeasantryLearn about the how Norman Invasion affected Lincoln. Find answers to the questions: Who built Lincoln Castle- how and why? What evidence remains of its original construction?

Under Attack!Find out how Lincoln Castle was defended and attacked through battles during the Middle Ages, with a focus on Battle of Lincoln Fair in 1217, which significantly influenced British history.

Medieval Day in the Life of a Castle WOW day Enjoy an amazing, immersive day at Lincoln Castle including dressing-up, handle replica armour and weaponry, eat like a King and more in this exciting WOW day for two classes or more.

Magna Carta Drama: King John on TrialWhy did King John agree to, and then reject Magna Carta? What is significant about Charter of the forest? This workshop looks at some of the issues and interpretation in detail.

Magna Carta: Power to the People?Examine views on the impact of Magna Carta in 1215 and its significance now through hot-seating and debate

Dungeons to Dark Cells: 1000 years of Crime and PunishmentPrisoners have been held at Lincoln Castle since its construction in 1068. Using primary sources, this workshop looks at how trial, imprisonment and punishment have changed over time.

Comic strip Magna CartaView the document and films then design & create a continuous ‘comic strip’ of the story behind Magna Carta.

Dungeons to Dark Cells: 1000 years of Crime and PunishmentPrisoners have been held at Lincoln Castle since its construction in 1068. Using primary sources, this workshop looks at how trial, imprisonment and punishment have changed over time.

I’m a Victorian Prisoner… Get me out of here!Find out about the incredible story of Joseph Ralph who escaped from Lincoln Castle Prison using amazing escape tactics. Find out what ultimately happened to Joseph. What if he had better life chances - would he still have turned to a life of crime?

Travel & Tourism: Lincoln Castle RevealedTake a critical eye over the main aspects of the ambitious Lincoln Castle Revealed project to create a word class visitor attraction. What would you have done differently?

KEY STAGE THREEHistory where it happened: Normans, crime and punishment, Magna Carta. Travel & tourism: a critique of Lincoln Castle Revealed

CONTACT US Lincoln Castle, Castle Hill, Lincoln LN1 3AA01522 782040 | www.lincolncastle.comschools-lincolncastle@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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WHERE TO FIND USLincoln Castle is situated in the historic Bailgate area of Lincoln. The information below should help you to plan your journey.

BY ROADFollow the brown road signs on all major roads coming into Lincoln. For up-to-date traffic information:lincolnshire.gov.uk/roadworkslincoln

OPENING TIMESRe-opens 1 April 2015April-September 10am-5pmOctober-March 10am-4pmOpen every day(Except 24-26 and 31 December and 1 January)

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