Designed especially for Key Stage 3 pupils studying the medieval period, this workshop looks at the feudal system, the role of the Church and Crown in medieval life and day to day life in medieval times. It would also be suitable for Key Stage 4 students covering the reign of Edward I for a history GCSE.

Ideal for Key Stage 3 or 4 pupils learning about crime and punishment through time or specifically about medieval realms. This workshop’s activities look at the role of the Castle as a prison and criminal court.

Suitable for KS 2, 3 or 4 pupils, this workshop introduces the theories and practice of medicine in the medieval period, from the four humours to leechings! It could be used as part of a KS2 post 1066 study, or for KS3 or 4 pupils studying aspects of the medieval period or medicine through time.

Suitable for KS 2, 3 or 4 pupils, this workshop would be great for pupils studying the effects of the Black Death at KS3, or looking at local history and the plague in Newcastle in 1636 at KS2. At KS4 you could compare the Black Death to other epidemics as part of a depth study.

Designed for KS3 groups studying the Civil Wars, but great for any group looking at a decisive event in local history, this workshop is a hands on look at the Siege of Newcastle by the Scots in 1644 during the Civil Wars.

This workshop would be well suited to Key Stage 3 classes studying the 17th century and the witch trials in Newcastle, or studying any fiction about witches and witchcraft (like Macbeth!)

Whatever your topic, we can help bring it to life at Newcastle Castle.