Science and history workshops for primary schools

Let the magic of Stump Cross Caverns fill your classroom. We offer engaging educational workshops for schools across Yorkshire and beyond.

Treat your students to our top-rated educational workshops

A visit to Stump Cross is more than a family day out. It's a voyage back in time – a portal to a long-forgotten age before humans or dinosaurs roamed the Earth.


Join us for a day of discovery and explore some of the best-preserved prehistoric caves in the UK. You'll navigate twisting passageways, uncover incredible rock formations and learn of ancient mysteries hidden deep underground.


Whatever your age, whatever the weather – Stump Cross Caverns is always an adventure.

Do you want to shake things up and give your students something to get excited about?


At Stump Cross Caverns, we're passionate about learning through play. That's why we've spent years building a programme of fun and engaging educational workshops for our visitors.


Parents love them. Kids adore them. And now, you can treat your students to our unique brand of hands-on learning.



For you, it means better student engagement and a new tool in your educational toolbox. For your students, it's pure fun. They'll be learning – but they'll hardly notice.

Built for KS2

We've carefully crafted our workshops for schools teaching Key Stage 2. This means students can participate in exciting, hands-on learning opportunities that support their curriculum.

Tailored to you

Want an engaging classroom session? Planning a one-of-a-kind assembly? Our educational workshops are tailored to your school, your students and your unique requirements.

Serious fun

Your session will be helmed by passionate educators with years of experience. We know how to keep kids engaged, entertained and focused on the fun. 

What parents say

"The Stone Age session was fantastic – really informative. My son can't wait to tell his teacher what he learnt."


"Staff were so friendly – and Lisa's fossil dig with the kids was so enjoyable! She runs the place with the kids in mind."


"I would definitely recommend the fossil dig. It was so fun. All the children loved interacting with Cavewoman, who did such a great job showing all the fossils and explaining about the caves and origins."


"The fossil dig was brilliant. My six-year-old was absolutely captivated throughout and it was so interactive."

History workshops for schools

Stone Age Wonders

Want to put a fresh old spin on KS2 history? We run Stone Age workshops for schools across Yorkshire and the north of England.

You can't put kids in a time machine – but we've got the next best thing. Our Stone Age Wonders session gives students a first-hand glimpse of life in prehistoric times.


Guided by Cavewoman or one of her helpers, they'll go on an exciting journey back in time – no passport required. They'll get to grips with Stone Age crafts, enjoy interactive activities and discover what life was really like before smartphones, video games and the wheel.

Engaging Stone Age workshop for primary schools

Kids learn rope-making, crafts and more

Tailored to your school and your needs

Science workshops for schools

Fossil Discovery Digs

Our interactive fossil digs have delighted families for years. Now, you can bring this educational smash hit to your school.

There's a reason families keep coming back to our Fossil Discovery Digs. For kids, these hands-on sessions are packed with 'WOW' moments that spark their natural curiosity and thirst for discovery.


Each session starts with an interactive talk from Cavewoman or a member of her team. While they learn, students can handle real fossil artefacts – including a mighty megalodon tooth.


Then it's time for the big dig. Kids will have great fun combing through sand and finding their own buried treasures. It's good, clean, educational fun – with no mess.


  • Our most popular educational workshop
  • Interactive fun with real learning outcomes
  • Ties into Key Stage 2 lessons on rocks, fossils and dinosaurs
  • Tailored to your school and your needs

Cosmic Adventures

Blast off to Planet Fun! We've designed our space workshops for schools that want to inspire a new generation of cosmic explorers.

Cosmic Adventures is our latest educational workshop – and it's already proving popular with budding young astronauts and their families.


Bring this interactive session to your school and watch your students' eyes light up as they explore the mysteries of the cosmos. They'll learn fascinating facts about the solar system, take a crash course in constellation spotting and get creative with fun, hands-on activities.

Science and space made fun

Interactive learning and creative activities

Built around the Key Stage 2 STEM curriculum

Tailored to your school and your needs

How to get started

Are you ready to inspire your students with one of our interactive workshops?


Getting started is simple. Just send a message to our educational team, letting us know which workshop you'd like to book and the date you have in mind. We'll get back to you as soon as possible to iron out the details and provide a tailored quote.


We can't wait to see the smiles on their faces.

Get in touch

FAQs

  • What is an educational workshop?

    Stump Cross is a natural cavern system. While we’ve made it as easy as possible to get around, some parts are a little tricky to traverse. Keep an eye out for low ceilings, narrow passageways and a few areas with uneven flooring.


    That said, there are designated walkways to follow and the caves are well-lit throughout. If you're looking for an unusual day out in Yorkshire and you don't mind a spot of adventure, you'll love every second.

  • Which areas do you cover?

    We're based in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales – and most of our school partners are also located in Yorkshire. However, we're always happy to travel further, so long as we can make arrangements in good time. Please don't hesitate to get in touch to discuss how we can meet your needs.

  • How much do your educational workshops cost?

    We don't do cookie-cutter workshops. Each is tailored to your individual requirements and the unique needs of your students. That's why we can't offer a fixed price across the board. If you're interested, please contact us and we'll be happy to provide a personalised quote.