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• ​Educational Tours » ​History Tours » ​Dunkirk

  ​Dunkirk

  Occupied twice by German troops in the 20th century, this history school trip to Dunkirk brings into focus the themes of Hitler’s foreign policy, the origins of WW2, Britain at war and the development of warfare!

  The wartime historic town of Dunkirk has many monuments and museums of the Second World War that offer a wealth of insight and knowledge into this turbulent period of history.

  Operation Dynamo, that saw the evacuation of 340,000 allied soldiers to England, is one of the most memorial events that happened in this French harbour town. Many of the historical sites served as shooting locations for the blockbuster “Dunkirk” by Christopher Nolan.

Curriculum Links

Visiting this area allows students to explore life during the Second World War, from invasion to liberation. Your history group will also be able to expand on the theme of the German occupation from 1940 to 1945. You’ll also explore the links between science and war by visiting the former V2 rocket base at La Couple.

• KS3

  Challenges for Europe and the wider world, 1901+

  The Holocaust

• GCSE

  Warfare and British Society

  Living under Nazi rule

  Development of Warfare in Britain

  British experience of warfare

  Changing nature of warfare and international conflict

• A Level

  The changing nature of warfare

  Developments in British warfare

  Life in wartime Britain 

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Suggested Itinerary

The Dunkirk War Museum tells the incredible story of the Battle of Dunkirk and Operation Dynamo in May-June 1940, the largest evacuation effort in military history. The museum houses a rich collection of weapons, uniforms, models, photos and maps of military operations. The guided “Operation Dynamo” tour takes groups to the evacuation beaches, British memorial and cemetery and the maritime hospital.

• Day 1

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    Morning
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Afternoon
                        

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    Evening
                          
    Evening
                        

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    Morning
                          
    Depart school for Dover Ferry crossing to Calais
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Meet guide for 2-hour Operation Dynamo tour
                        

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    Evening
                          
    Evening meal at accommodation
                        

• Day 2

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    Morning
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Afternoon
                        

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    Evening
                          
    Evening
                        

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    Morning
                          
    Visit the Battle of Dunkirk Museum
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Visit La Couple, a former V2 rocket base and now museum of “Science and War”
                        

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    Evening
                          
    Evening meal at accommodation
                        

• Day 3

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    Morning
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Afternoon
                        

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    Evening
                          
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    Visit Blockhouse Bunker 
                        

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    Afternoon
                          
    Return ferry crossing to Dover
                        

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    Evening
                          
    Arrive back at school
                        

Other Educational Visits

Museum of the Atlantic Wall, Calais

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Sample Accommodation

With purpose-built school group accommodation available in both Ypres and Albert, the WW1 History tour is a attractive option for school trip organisers.

• L’Escale, Dunkirk

  Centrally located close to the beach and the Battle of Dunkirk Museum, this modern centre has eighty-six rooms spread over three floors. Students will stay in multi-bedded rooms and staff in twins. All rooms have a private bathroom, and WiFi is available throughout the building.

  Breakfast and evening meals can be taken in the hostel's restaurant. Packed lunches are available on request.

  On-site facilities include a TV room, a library, and a lounge. Groups can also request use of one of the three meeting rooms.

• Centre Europeen de Sejour, Calais

  A light and modern Youth Hostel conveniently located in Calais.

  Pupils are accommodated in twin or triple rooms with one shared bathroom between every 2 rooms. Staff will be accommodated in twin or single rooms.

  On-site facilities include a large self-service restaurant, meeting rooms which can be used for group activities, TV room, games room with pool table and table football.