--- title: "Locked Up in History!  Year 7’s Lancaster Adventure" url: "https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-11-16-locked-up-in-history-year-7-s-lancaster-adventure" school: "Penwortham Priory Academy" --- # Locked Up in History! Year 7’s Lancaster Adventure ![Image of Locked Up in History! Year 7’s Lancaster Adventure](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3050.JPEG) 16 November 2025 Year 7 pupils enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Lancaster last week, diving deep into the city’s fascinating past. The day began at the Priory Church, a beautiful landmark dating back to the 1400s. Students explored its stunning architecture and learned about its centuries-old role in the community. Next stop: Lancaster Castle, where history truly came alive. Pupils toured the castle’s ancient halls and even stepped inside an authentic 18th-century jail cell - an experience that sparked plenty of excitement! The visit concluded in a working Crown Court, offering a glimpse into modern justice. Lead Teacher of History, Mr Eccles, said, “The trip was a perfect mix of history and hands-on learning, leaving everyone with lasting memories and a new appreciation for Lancaster’s heritage”. ### Year 7 Lancaster Castle Trip 2025 [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3038.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3038.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3039.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3039.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3042.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3042.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3044.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3044.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3050.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3050.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3066.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3066.JPEG) [![](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/imagecache/720x720s/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3068.JPEG)](https://files.schudio.com/penwortham-priory-academy/images/gallery/year-7-lancaster-castle-trip-2025/IMG_3068.JPEG) [History](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/tag/history) [Year 7](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/tag/year-7) [Trips](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/tag/trips) [Humanities](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/tag/humanities) [ Helping Priory Shine: Meet the Faces of Our PD Squad](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-11-15-helping-priory-shine-meet-the-faces-of-our-pd-squad) [Grassroots Glory as Priory’s Pitches Earn Advanced Status ](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/news/2025-11-17-grassroots-glory-as-priory-s-pitches-earn-advanced-status) ### Penwortham Priory Academy Crow Hills Road Penwortham Preston Lancashire PR1 0JE 01772 320250 ### Useful Links - [New Year 7 Transition](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/about-priory/transition) - [The School Day](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/the-school-day) - [Facility Hire](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/facility-hire-at-priory) - [Term Dates](https://www.priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/termdates) - [Letters](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/letters) ### Useful Links - [Newsletters](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/newsletters) - [OFSTED](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/about-priory/ofsted-report) - [Online Payments](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/parents/internet-payments) - [Staff Contact](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/staff/staff-contact-list) - [Vacancies](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/staff/vacancies) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/priorystc) - [X](https://twitter.com/@priorystc) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/penworthampriory/) Penwortham Priory Academy Trust is operating as a single academy trust. It is an exempt charity and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England with Company Number 08133703 School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://priory.lancs.sch.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)