Loan Boxes
‘Victorian Southport: Ice-Cream & Industry’ we have two Loans Boxes designed to support primary schools in exploring the history of Southport. The contents focus on Southport as a seaside town, the shrimping industry and the impact that tourism and industry had during the 1800s. Although teacher information and activities are mainly aimed at KS2, the boxes contain historically correct items of clothing which we have had commissioned and which would be appropriate for KS1 as well. Plus there are many artefacts and activities that would appeal to all ages to help bring this topic to life.
Workshops
Southport Then & Now: during this 2 hour workshop students develop performance, confidence and communication skills whilst learning about the history of Southport. This drama based workshop is full of physical activities that explore the various reasons why people visited Southport in the past – including the health benefits and the leisure activities such as the lido, theatres, The Flower Show and to play golf.
The Mexico Disaster: during this 2 hour workshop aimed at Y5/6 students develop performance, confidence and communication skills whilst learning about this significant event in local history (as this workshops explores the loss of loved ones and a traumatic event, this may not be suitable for some children, depending on personal circumstances, but this can be discussed before the workshop is booked).
Tours
Self led tours – Free
Volunteer led tours – suggested donation £1 per child
