Where real artefacts bring British history to life
The Combined Military Services Museum is unlike any other learning destination. With thousands of original military artefacts — from Viking swords to Cold War spy gadgets — your students can explore authentic objects connected to major historical events, all here in Essex. Our expert team offers curriculum‑linked talks, interactive sessions, and tailored educational packages designed to enrich learning for primary, secondary, and post‑16 groups.
Inspire curiosity. Deepen understanding. Experience history first‑hand. A school visit to the Combined Military Services Museum transforms classroom learning into an unforgettable encounter with real objects, real stories, and real people from Britain’s military past.
We specialise in British militaria and provide 20–25‑minute themed presentations that can be combined to create a full‑day programme. Each session is led by knowledgeable staff and aligned with curriculum topics across History, Citizenship, and cross‑curricular enquiry skills.
Teachers can expect:
Your pupils will encounter:
These collections help students connect deeply with the past, encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and historical empathy.
For year 5/6 study of World War Two we offer the following themed sessions and a pre-printed activity booklet for all pupils to complete on site, or work on later:
Each session uses original artefacts and guided interpretation to help students understand the human experiences behind major historical events.
We aim to make organising your school trip simple and stress‑free. Our education team offers:
For groups of over 20 children we charge £6.50 per pupil. This will include a tailored series of workshops for a full day visit, based on the themes in the pre-printed Activity Book to suit your group size.
For smaller classes or home schooling groups please contact in the first instance to discuss your requirements.
