Swadlincote Town Centre - opportunities for schools

If the buildings of Swadlincote could talk, they would have some stories to tell.

Bristling with character, they represent a powerful connection to the town’s Victorian & Edwardian heritage.

Schools can take part in fun learning activities about history, science, art, technology and much more besides.

From geocaching to media sessions to becoming ‘building detectives’, there is plenty to keep KS1-3 pupils informed and entertained.

A run through of all sessions available, along with prices, can be found in our leaflet Swadlincote Townscape and Heritage leaflet for schools Apr2026 ^{(pdf, 2.4mb)}

All activities are outdoors, whatever the weather, unless stated otherwise. Sessions can be led or self-led and can be combined to create a full day.

You can access the self-led documents including a glossary of architectural features in Swadlincote in the related documents section on this page.

Contact us for activity enquiries and bookings by emailing rosliston@southderbyshire.gov.uk  or ring 01283 535039 (answerphone)

You can also contact Sharpe's Pottery Museum  and People Express for other opportunities for schools in the Town Centre. If you want to do self led activities and need a base you can book Swadlincote Town Hall by contacting parksandgreenspaces@southderbyshire.gov.uk

Find Swadlincote Townscape & Heritage on Facebook. There is also a Facebook group for school staff interested in outdoor learning.

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