The Somme, 1st July – 19th November 1916
On 19th November 1916, one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War came to an end resulting in the tragic loss of an estimated 420,000 British lives and a further 200,000 French casualties...
7 remarkable benefits learning an instrument has on young children
Did you know that learning to play a musical instrument can improve mathematical skills? This is simply one of the phenomenal (and possibly unexpected) benefits that ongoing studies have found! Being...
We Will Remember Them – The Story Behind Remembrance Day
Each year, on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we honour those who fought for our freedom by holding a two-minute silence. But what is the significance of this act of...
Biggleswade Sea Cadet Marching Band Tour to Belgium
Trumpet trills and pulsing percussion rang out in Bruges Market Square on Thursday, inviting a sudden stream of camera clutching tourists to watch Biggleswade Sea Cadet Marching Band’s magnificent...
What is the most amazing thing about Iceland?
Last week The Royal Grammar School High Wycombe headed out to the remote Arctic edge of Europe for a once-in-a-lifetime Icelandic adventure! With a jam-packed itinerary the school’s budding...
How have you addressed Black History Month?
Today marks the close of Black History Month and across October it has been suggested that organisations, in particular schools, explore themes that highlight and focus on the black experience in...
A European Choir Tour for Holy Trinity School
This October, Holy Trinity School embarked on a European choir tour, visiting and performing in Holland, Germany and Belgium. With a jam-packed itinerary including performances in De Efteling...
Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha – From Desert Dunes to Skyscraper Cities
This month Mike Varley, Ski & Sports Tours Manager, Mike Rollason, Senior Tour Consultant and Jamie Boyden, Commercial Director, travelled to the Middle East for an Inspection Visit for our...
The Benefits of Exploring a Site Study
Back in July I travelled to Leeds for the annual SHP conference. In addition to setting up the Rayburn stand, it was also suggested that I deliver a fringe session. I’m interested in helping...
25 hilarious German Compound Nouns you won’t want to miss
With plenty of grammatical rules (and exceptions) to get to grips with, German is known for being a challenging and complex language. That said, German linguists can also be surprised and delighted...
5 Countries Most Affected by Climate Change
This week we’ve turned our attention to the impacts of climate change. Our Geography Tours Development Manager and all-round geography enthusiast, Cath Rule, talks us through the five countries...
A Springtime Tour to Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast
Sorrento in spring is a wonderful thing: the days are warming, the flowers are in full bloom and the summer crowds have yet to settle in. With a range of charming performance venues in Sorrento...