Deep Dive: Parliament Visit // 2.15-4.45pm // Friday 24 July 2026 // Westminster
What?
We are pleased to offer a Deep Dive educational visit at the Parliament Education Service's dedicated education centre in Westminster, adjacent to the Houses of Parliament. The visit will include an immersive film and activities in the Education Centre, followed by a guided tour of the Palace of Westminster to see the House of Commons and Lords, with activities exploring democracy. Parliament will be in recess so there will more time than usual to explore the House of Lords and the House of Commons. It will be a comprehensive, hands-on democratic learning experience. The visit itself is free so we are only charging a small booking fee to cover organisation and admin costs to simplify the process which can be a bit convoluted for home educators not attending as a group.
Who?
Waymakers has shared Waymakers guiding values with the Parliament Education service and secured a slot so that several mainly Cambs-based home educated children can attend together. The session will be staffed and delivered by the Parliament Education Service Staff. Age range is 7-16 and parents are required to attend with their children (maximum of 2 adults per household although 1 is preferred where possible). A virtual tour is also available for those who cannot attend or would like to know what to expect in advance.
When and where?
24 July 2026. Please arrive at the Education Centre, which is in Victoria Tower Gardens (marked "13" on this map) and you will be met by the Parliament Education Service team. You are asked to arrive at 2.15 which is 15 minutes before your visit start time, to allow time to find the right place and get through the airport-style security checks. Please be aware that knives, sharp items (save for medical purposes), paint sprays, and items that make noise, such as whistles, are not allowed on the Parliamentary Estate.
In preparation or if you can't make it, these free resources are also available: https://learning.parliament.uk/en/resources/?utm_campaign=0621-mar-ee-resourcesalwayson-edcentre_eoi&utm_medium=email&utm_source=gravity
How to book
By clicking 'add to cart' below you are confirming you have read and agreed to our Shared Agreement and understand that bookings are non-refundable. Please indicate in notes names of adult(s) who will accompany.