Notts Rocks

Location: City of Caves, Nottingham

Explore how the man-made sandstone caves have been used over time. Learn how sandstone is formed, identify and sort different rock samples and explore how fossils are made.

Students will get the opportunity to:

  • Explore a unique set of historically significant caves with one of our expert guides.
  • Learn how the way people have used the caves has changed over time from the 1400’s through to the 1940’s
  • Take part in 3 different experiments looking at how sandstone is formed, how fossils are created and identifying and grouping different kinds of rocks based on their properties.

Curriculum Links: History, Science

Suitable forKey Stage 2
LocationNational Justice Museum & City of Caves, Nottingham
Key skills enhanced include
 
Problem-solving, critical thinking and analysis, vocabulary development, comprehension and working scientifically
 
Number of students
 
Maximum 30 students per session
 
Cost
 

£10 per student

You can combine with a courtroom workshop or museum workshop and enjoy a full-day visit for just £12 per student
 

Booking
 
Email learning@nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk or call 0115 993 9811