Pendennis Castle

Pendennis Castle

Discovery Visits at Pendennis Castle

Castle Close, Falmouth, Cornwall - TR11 4LP
Bookings:0870 333 0606

Built by Henry VIII and adapted for use from the Civil War up to WWII.
Sandford Award-winner (2007) the top accolade in heritage education in recognition of the quality education offered at the site.

Visit

SUBJECTS

KEY STAGES

The Home Front: Soldiers And Sirens!

Join this interactive tour to discover what life was like for soldiers at Pendennis Castle during World War II. Experience what it was like underground during an air raid. Work as a team to see how the guns were fired and use your detective skills to examine the World War II artefacts.

When: Each weekday in term time
Length: 1 Hour
 Drama, History, Literacy  KS2, KS3 

Tudor Time Capsules

Use your detective skills to find out about everyday Tudor life at Pendennis Castle. Explore seven mystery boxes with objects linked to themes including Tudor medicine, learning, leisure, games, weapons and seafaring. Meet a Tudor lady and find out about her life and times – from stories of Spaniards to using quill pens, dressing up in armour, even lighting candles with flint and steel!

When: Each weekday in term time
Length: 1 Hour
 History, Literacy  KS2 

Now And Then

Discover how everyday objects and clothes have changed over time and play some games from the past. Costumes and handling artefacts are used to introduce children to the idea of change through time - different styles and methods of production and comparison with today.

When: Each weekday in term time starting at 10am, 11.30am or 1.30pm
Length: 1 Hr
 History, Literacy  KS1 

ALSO OF INTEREST

Workshops

You can also book a workshop or interactive tour at selected sites. At just £90 per group of up to 30 pupils it’s the perfect way to experience our sites. Call the regional booking office to check availability and to book.

We advise you to book early to avoid disappointment.

How to book

To book a Discovery Visit you can either book online (using the Free Site Visits form) or ring our Educational Bookings team on 0870 333 0606.