Knights & castles
Travel Back to the Medieval World Step into the fascinating world of castles, knights, kings and battles with our immersive school workshop. Delivered by experienced historical educators, our sessions are packed with artefacts, costumes, storytelling and interactive activities that inspire curiosity and make history unforgettable.
What Pupils Will Discover
🏰 Castles
Why castles were built, how they defended kingdoms, and what life was really like behind their walls.
⚔ Knights
Learn about armour, weapons, tournaments, training and the code of chivalry.
👑 Medieval Life
Explore kings, queens, peasants, merchants and everyday life in medieval England.
Interactive Activities
- Dress up as medieval knights and nobles
- Handle replica historical artefacts
- Castle design challenge
- Interactive storytelling
- Medieval object investigation
- Question and answer sessions
Learning Outcomes
- Understand why castles were built.
- Explore the role of knights.
- Develop historical enquiry skills.
- Investigate medieval daily life.
- Support chronological understanding.
- Encourage teamwork and problem solving.
Book Your Workshop
Whether you're planning a history topic, enrichment day or whole-school event, Time Jump Histories can tailor the workshop to suit your pupils.
What's Included:
- Experienced historical presenter
- Hands-on artefacts and replica objects
- Interactive activities
- Curriculum-linked learning
- Flexible sessions throughout the school day
