Bletchley Park & Enigma
About this tour
Bletchley Park is the scene for one of the most remarkable stories of World War II. Both Members of MI6 and the Government Code and Cypher School were on a mission to break and cipher systems, the most famous being the Enigma.
Experience the sounds during World War II with the highly atmospheric snippets of conversation, music, laughter, bicycle bells and steam trains. WW2 landscape has been restored for all to experience and enjoy at Bletchley Park. Bletchley Park has much to offer – Visitor Centre, The Exhibition, The Mansion exhibitions, Codebreaking Huts, Museum etc.
There is a variety of 60-minute workshops with specific focus on History, Mathematics and Computing. Key Stage 3 Codes and ciphers New! Interception to Intelligence: Land and Sea Cyber Secrets Key Stage 4 Codes and ciphers New!
Interception to Intelligence: Land and Sea Cyber Secrets Key Stage 5 Codes and ciphers History of Bletchley Park Mathematics of Enigma Cyber Security
Sample Itinerary
A Suggested One-Day Tour
Day 1
Early coach transfer from school to Bletchley Park. Full day visiting the sites and workshops. (Lunch for your own account). Board your coach and return to school.
What is Included
- Workshops and entrances as per the itinerary.
- Coach hires throughout.
Our range of tours not only supports the National Curriculum but provides the opportunity for more schools to travel within the UK, Europe or Worldwide, as they provide flexibility. The choice is yours and we are always available to discuss your ideas.
The National Radio Centre is operated by the Radio Society of Great Britain with Bletchley Park Trust. The exhibition traces the development of radio communications from inception to the current day.
The National Museum of Computing houses a rebuild of the Colossus and traces the development of the computer through to the modern day.
Woburn Abbey was originally a monastery given by Edward VI to the Russell family in 1547. Leading architects have created the stunning historic house as it is today.
During WWI Woburn Abbey was turned into a military hospital and in WWII the WRNs (Women’s Royal Naval Service) were billeted for their vital war work at Bletchley, before moving onto the home of the Codebreakers.
Other variations on numbers and duration available plus day trips available on Request.
Experience information
Each group will have its own special interests and curricular needs. That is why every visit can be completely tailored to you. You will find some suggestions below, but you can always call us to discuss more options.
Other variations on numbers and duration available, plus day trips available on request.
