Year 7 Pupils Travel Back in Time at Beamish
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Year 7 pupils stepped into the past for an unforgettable educational visit to Beamish Museum. This immersive experience allowed them to see, hear, and feel what life was like during various historical periods.
The day began at the Pit Village, where pupils were met by a soldier who led them through the discipline of forming a parade and learning to march.
Their journey continued to the school, where they got a hands-on taste of early 20th-century education. Pupils were transported back to an era when strict discipline and chalkboard lessons were the norm. Here, they received their mission: solve a museum-wide riddle. To accomplish this, they had to interact with museum staff playing historical roles, collecting clues to piece together what had happened.
The quest began with an exploration of the pit houses, where they experienced the living conditions of miners’ families. From there, they visited the pit itself and engaged in conversations with mine workers who offered insights into life underground. Pupils asked thoughtful questions and gathered essential clues for the puzzle they were trying to solve.
Next, all aboard the Beamish bus! They rode to the 1920s town—a vibrant reconstruction complete with shops and businesses from the period. This final stop proved to be the key to solving the riddle. Pupils demonstrated great determination and teamwork as they cracked the code.
No trip to Beamish would be complete without two final, much-anticipated stops: the bakery and the fairground. The pupils delighted in traditional baked goods before enjoying classic fairground rides, ending their day with smiles and laughter.
Beamish provided our Year 7 pupils with a day of history brought to life, helping to deepen their understanding of Britain’s past. It was a fun, enriching adventure that will surely be remembered for years to come!