• With the Olympics just around the corner and a new coalition government in power; London is hoping to offer the right message prior to the world's media descending on its doorstep. Green tours, sustainable architecture, Olympic tours and ethical restaurants provide just some of the excursions for a sustainable tour of England's capital city.

    Subject Focus:
    • KS 2-3 A sustainable Olympics
    • KS 2-3 Eco-architecture
    • KS 2-3 Carbon-neutral living
    • KS 2-3 Sustainable technology
    • KS 2-3 The importance of re-cycling

    Student Outcomes:
    • Learn about environmental and community initiatives in place to make London 2012 the greenest ever Olympic Games.
    • Discover London's most sustainable: products, businesses, architecture and policies.
    • Meet an eco-designer and take a tour of their carbon-neutral home.
    • Find out more about sustainable energy and the importance of re-cycling.
     

  • Thames Barrier Information Centre

    This is the world's second largest moveable flood barrier and is designed to prevent London from being flooded by high tides and sea surges. The construction, operation and history of the barrier is fascinating and a visit to the information centre allows groups to find out more about how the barrier works and the reasons for having such an arrangement in London.

  • I-recycle Centre, Islington

    Islington's ecology and i-recycle centre offer an exciting, curriculum linked education programme for school groups. Pupils can enjoy a variety of stimulating, hands-on sessions, designed to enthuse and engage young people with their environment. The recycling courses are led by experienced education officers and feature videos, fun games and activities on waste reduction, reuse and recycling. 

  • Ethical restaurants and green hotels

    Sustainability is big business and your group will be invited into two of the most environmentally friendly enterprises in the whole of London. A talk and tour of one of London's most ethical restaurants is a great way to find out more about incorporating green technology into a working environment and a trip to London's greenest hotel is perfect for groups studying sustainable tourism. 

  • Sustainable Olympics Tour

    The London Olympics are on their way, and what better way to find out more about the event than on a 2-hr environmentally friendly tour? Pupils will be guided by special train through the Olympic sites beginning in Stratford, giving an in-depth analysis of the regeneration of the area, the sustainability of the structures, and renewable power generation plans; school groups studying either the Olympics or sustainability will be in their element. 

  • Visit an Eco-house

    Your group can take a guided tour of an eco-house that has been designed to be completely carbon-negative. The home's designer and owner will lead your group around the house an explain more about the green technology used to create power and heat. This is a fascinating glimpse into what will hopefully become the future. 

Suggested Accommodation

  • Royal National Hotel

    Location: London

    Facilities: This hotel is centrally located and within easy reach of museums, galleries, historical and cultural attractions. It is an award winning accommodation and has several different restaurants with something for everyones taste. The rooms are en suite with tea/coffee making facilities and TV and Radio and wireless internet connection points.

    Capacity: 1630 Rooms

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