A group of A Level Ancient History students travelled to London from Preston to visit the British Museum and London Mithraeum.

This enriched their study of the subject as they were able to see artefacts we study in the classroom in real life. The British Museum was amazing as they were able to broaden their understanding of differing cultures of the world, including prescribed sources from our study. There was also crossover with modern history due to the African gallery on the bottom floor.

The London Mithraeum was also interesting as it had a experiential element with a pseudo-ceremony as part of the viewing. The students study the Romanisation of Britain including foreign cults, therefore it was a perfect example for them.

Without the grant the travel costs make the trip unfeasible, and it enriched their understanding of the subject.