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Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Vanbrugh 300 is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to develop a nationwide project that aims to broaden the awareness of Vanbrugh through special displays, free education programmes and lectures, throughout his tercentenary year in 2026.
Over 100 classes from state primary schools (KS1 and KS2) across the UK will be invited to participate in a full package of FREE learning activities as part of Vanbrugh 300.
All resources will be available for any school to download and use via the Learning Hub on this site from January 2026.
Teacher Treat CPD Days
Dedicated days just for teachers to visit their local heritage site, explore the education offer, and enjoy a well-deserved treat on us.
Class Visits & Onsite Activities (with travel costs contribution)
A fun and engaging visit to their local heritage site with on-site Vanbrugh themed learning activities and hands-on workshops.
Educational Resources
Access to a set of high quality, curriculum-linked lesson plans and teachers’ resources with a focus on Literacy, History, Art, and Design Technology to consolidate learning back in the classroom.
You can find more detailed information on the schools programme here
If you are a state primary school based in one of the following counties or within an hours drive of one of the participating Sir John Vanbrugh designed heritage sites and you would like to take part then please complete this booking form as soon as possible.
Northumberland
North Yorkshire
Lincolnshire
Buckinghamshire
Cambridgeshire
Oxfordshire
Places are filling up fast and are allocated on a first come first served basis. The final deadline is 12pm on Friday 19 December 2025.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at: vanbrugh300@georgiangroup.org.uk
For Families
Between March and August 2026, a special Vanbrugh weekend will be held at each of the six heritage sites. There will be FREE performances and creative workshops for families scheduled across these weekends so watch this space for dates and details and come and join the fun!
Training
As well as schools, communities and families, the Vanbrugh 300 education programme will also extend to the staff and volunteers at each of the Vanbrugh sites across the UK.