“The children loved the day and are still talking about it! We were very impressed with how the children got on and made the food and were willing to try things. That’s all thanks to you and your knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm. Many thanks again for a fabulous day”
Newcastle Castle Outreach
George Blair, our Outreach Officer, is a qualified teacher and enthusiastic historian with 10 years of experience working in the heritage sector. He delivers hands on historical workshops covering almost every period on the Primary Curriculum. Your class won’t just learn about history they’ll relive it, from fighting the battles of the past to cooking and eating the food of the past (George also has his food hygiene qualifications!)
George can deliver anything from a simple half day workshop for a single class, all the way to a full school, full day experience combining a carousel of varied activities throughout the day. Activities are very “hands-on” and cover weapons and warfare, food and drink, crime and punishment, everyday life and other topics relevant to the period being covered.
Topics covered include:
Iron Age
Romans
Anglo-Saxons
Vikings
Normans
Ancient Greeks
Victorians
The History of Newcastle
Crime and Punishment
As well as anything to do with the Castle - knight school, medieval feasts and even the life of the gong farmer!
To make an enquiry or to book a session, send an email to outreach@newcastlecastle.co.uk or telephone 0191 230 6300 and ask to speak to the Learning Manager.
Prices start from:
Half day workshop: £200
Full day workshop: £300
Based on George working with one or two classes
For larger sessions, three form entry schools or other ideas just drop George a line and he’ll be able to facilitate whatever you want. Please note there may also be a travel charge depending on the distance of your school from the Castle.
