Film & media school trips to London

A popular activity among our school groups, a trip to a West End show is such a treat for students, who we’ve seen revel in the experience of being in the midst of London’s “Theatreland”. Along with New York's Broadway, West End theatre is considered to represent the highest level of commercial theatre in the English speaking world. 

Fans of Harry Potter rejoice! Students will love the opportunity to explore the breathtaking sets from the hit film series at this studio tour, which has become one of London’s most popular tourist attractions. Groups can also get up close to the real props and costumes from the films. A great excursion we recommend for English and Film Studies students.

Students will love the opportunity to ‘meet’ their favourite global celebrities while learning about other famous figures at this amazing waxworks, which has hosted millions of visitors since it first opened over 200 years ago. With figures of both British and pop culture royalty, school groups can examine the realistic figures while learning about their lives.

Discover the secrets that bring productions to life at the National Theatre, founded by stage icon Laurence Olivier in 1963. The theatre creates more than 20 new productions each year and is a must-visit for performing arts students. Choose between a backstage tour of some of the theatre’s best-loved plays, or explore the work in the cutting room through a costume tour.

Considered to be the true centre of London, Trafalgar Square holds a wealth of history and culture within its bounds. The square was opened to the public in 1844; since then, it’s served as the site of countless rallies and marches, the splendid National Gallery, as well the towering Nelson’s Column. Don’t miss the opportunity to study the square’s four plinths with your group – three might be occupied by notable individuals, but the fourth is occupied by an artistic placeholder.

A unique international resource dedicated to the exploration of William Shakespeare's work, Shakespeare’s Globe is a must-visit for any English student. School groups can visit the Globe for either a full or half day, where they’ll enjoy a workshop, guided tour and exhibition admission.

A hub for entertainment in London’s West End, Leicester Square swells with restaurants, souvenir shops and first-rate cinemas, where regular film premieres take place. Alongside statues of Charlie Chaplin and William Shakespeare, student groups might get lucky and spot their favourite A-list Hollywood actors here – if the stars align.

Set inside Europe’s largest multi-use performing arts centre, the larger of the two art galleries at the Barbican showcases the innovators of art and design in the 20th and 21st centuries. Through temporary exhibitions that change across the year, students can take inspiration from an international mix of acclaimed artists, designers and photographers.

Set in the heart of bustling Covent Garden, the Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition is ready to take your students on a magical adventure of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world. Years of filmmaking have been captured to show iconic behind-the-scenes images, production photographs, and key moments in the film series – a must for any fan, or film & media students wanting a glimpse into the inner workings of this iconic franchise.