School Art Trip to Bristol
Bristol is a city that is culturally alive and possesses a thriving contemporary art scene. Dotted along street corners or throughout the dockyards are various galleries and exhibition spaces hosting a myriad of established and underground artists. Bristol is the ideal location for a school art trip.
Our school travel specialists will work with you to tailor your itinerary to your curriculum and specific exam board content.
A school trip to Bristol will allow your students to immerse themselves in a thriving contemporary art scene in one of the UK’s most exciting cities!
Almost wherever you turn in Bristol you’ll stumble across another gallery, exhibition space or piece of street art. Your students will be able to see both older and more modern works of art, by British and international artists.
UNESCO designated Bristol a City of Film in 2017 and is a member of the Creative Cities Network, so it’s a great choice for groups interested in digital culture and creative industries. If you’re looking for a school art trip within the UK that will leave your students feeling inspired, Bristol could be the perfect option for you. And our school travel specialists will work closely with you to ensure that your trip is tailored to meet your curriculum.
Suggested Itinerary (2 days, 1 night)
Day 1/2
Morning
Depart school and travel to Bristol
Afternoon
Visit to the Royal West of England Academy
Evening
Check in to accommodation
Evening meal at accommodation
Day 2/2
Morning
Breakfast at accommodation
Enjoy the Bristol Street Art Tour (option to upgrade to include stencil art spray session)
Afternoon
Time for lunch in the city centre
If time allows, visit Bristol Museum and Art Gallery or take a trip to nearby Portishead to follow the Portishead Art Trail
Evening
Return to school
What's included?
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1 night's half-board accommodation
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2-hour street art walking tour
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49-seater executive coach
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Detailed information pack
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Free staff place ratio 1:8
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Guide and transport throughout
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Itinerary planning service
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Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
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VAT at current rate to tour operators
Curriculum Links
A-Level
- Impact and influences of various artists
- Continuity and change in different genres and styles
- Independent judgements of art
- Conveying meaning through images and artefacts
- Social and cultural context of images and artefacts
- Personal portfolio: reflections, resources and influences
GCSE
- Responses to museum, gallery and site visits
- Personal reflections on art
- Works of key artists, craftspeople and designers
- Contemporary and historical contexts of art
Key Stage 3
- Evaluation and analysis of creative works
- Works of great artists, craft makers and designers
- Effects of historical and cultural contexts
Educational activities and visits
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery houses some outstanding collections of art, archaeology, Egyptology and natural history in a magnificent building… Read More
Bristol Street Art Tour
The Bristol Street Art Tour is a fascinating guided walk discovering international street art around the city. You'll hear the… Read More
Portishead Art Trail
Portishead is a coastal town just outside of Bristol. The town’s art trail is focused around the marina and extends… Read More
Royal West of England Academy
Founded by painter Ellen Sharples in the mid-19th century, the Royal West of England Academy (RWA) is the oldest art… Read More
Accommodation
YHA Bristol is set in a historical building, a former waterfront grain house. This youth hostel has been restored to offer simple and relaxed accommodation. The hostel has a restaurant and a games room with TV and Wi-Fi access. It has also a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering guests.Groups are usually accommodated on dormitories with shared bathroom and staff in twin rooms.
Supporting you every step of the way
1 Creating Your Perfect Trip
We'll tailor make your school trip to meet your specific requirements
2 Launching your trip to parents and students
Head to our resources section for FREE promotional materials
3 After you've booked
Your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will work with you on the finer details of your trip
4 While you're away
You'll be able to reach us 24/7 during your trip if you need our help
5 After your trip
Head back to our resources section to continue the learning
Need help?
Laura Lucas — Tour Adviser
Don’t hesitate to contact me for any advice or further information on how your school trip can be tailored to your requirements.
The trip was an excellent experience for our students and they learnt a lot about how ice and volcanoes have shaped the country as well as the culture.— Academia Britanica Cuscatleca
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- Your school trip will be fully financially protected
- Your group’s safety will be prioritised
- Your trip will be a quality educational experience
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Financial protection
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