North Wales Trip Year 6
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North Wales provided the perfect setting for an action-packed four-day adventure, combining history, geography and art in one of the most spectacular regions of the UK.
Day 1 began with a visit to the magnificent Conwy Castle, where pupils explored the impressive medieval fortress and learned about its role in the history of Wales, in particular the conquest of North Wales by Edward I. They also had time to refine their sketching under the expert eye of Katie Richards.. Afterward, they enjoyed a walk along the historic town walls, taking in views of the harbour, mountains and surrounding countryside.
On Day 2, the group travelled to Harlech Castle, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pupils discovered the castle's dramatic history and more about Edward's master mason James of St George before heading to the beach, where they put their creativity and teamwork to the test by building sandcastles. In the evening, everyone took part in a memorable straw tower-building challenge, requiring groups to balance an egg as far off the ground as possible.
Day 3 focused on geography, with pupils carrying out a river study and investigating evidence of glaciation in the Snowdonia landscape. This provided an excellent opportunity to see classroom learning brought to life through fieldwork and observation. Later in the day, the group visited the impressive Caernarfon Castle, where the group considered Medieval life from the female perspective through the life of Edward I's wife Elenor.
The final day saw pupils descend into Sygun Copper Mine, where they experienced underground tunnels and gained an understanding of the area's industrial heritage. It was a fitting end to a trip that had combined adventure, learning and discovery.
