The Battle of Britain

Book an interactive, hands on workshop that explores the Battle of Britain!​

 

 

What will the day involve?

 

An interactive exploration of the Battle of Britain ​relating to the Key Stage 2 history curriculum.

The day will cover - 

• Sir Robert Watson-Watt and his impact on RADAR

• The Dowding System, how incoming raids were defended,

• Aircraft recognition

• Tales of Battle of Britain pilots

• The effect on the modern-day Royal Air Force.

 

 

There will be a series of activities as your pupils will form teams and become fully involved as a vital cog within ‘The Dowding System’, making informed decisions to protect Britain against incoming raids.

There will also be opportunity during the day to explore genuine and replica WW2 artefacts.

 

 

Recommended Reads​​​​​​​

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Fighter Boys" by Patrick Bishop is a captivating exploration of the lives and experiences of the young men who became pilots during World War II. This insightful narrative delves into their training, camaraderie, and the harsh realities of aerial combat. With rich detail and compelling storytelling, Bishop brings to life the bravery and determination of these fighter boys as they faced unprecedented challenges in the skies. It's a powerful tribute to their sacrifice and the indelible mark they left on history.

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Why book The History Playground?

 

The History Playground comes to you, negating the cost of coach travel and the time it takes to reach a venue.Have the ability to handle ALL of the artefacts.Have the opportunity to spend the whole school day exploring the fascinating Vikings. We aim to arrive by 8.30am, ready to start the day at 9am. The sessions can be flexible to fit in with your school day with an aim to finish by 3pm.​​