
Bringing History to Life Through Place Based Learning
Learning becomes more meaningful when it is connected to real places, real stories and real landscapes.
Our educational resources help schools, home educators, community groups and independent learners explore local history through self guided audio experiences, heritage storytelling and place based learning. Designed to support curriculum topics while encouraging curiosity and exploration, our resources bring the past to life through the places where history happened.
From Bronze Age settlements and Celtic communities to mining, maritime trade, industrial heritage and coastal culture, learners can engage with history in a way that is immersive, accessible and memorable.
Immersive, Accessible and Flexible
Our audio experiences are designed to encourage active listening and exploration. Learners can follow stories at their own pace while remaining connected to the places around them.
Resources can be used:
During educational visits
As part of local history projects
For independent learning
By home educators and community groups
To support place based curriculum activities
Audio content can be downloaded in advance and used offline, making it easy to access in a wide range of locations.
Designed Around Real Places
Every resource is built around the stories, landscapes and communities that shaped the South West.
Written, researched and narrated locally, our content helps learners connect with:
Local history and heritage
Historic towns and cities
Maritime and mining heritage
Cultural landscapes
Architecture and historic buildings
Community stories and identity
Educational Resources Available
Self guided educational audio tours
Local history learning resources
Heritage storytelling content
Place based learning materials
Curriculum linked educational content
Community learning resources
Why Choose Penelewey Tours?
Place based learning rooted in real locations
Engaging storytelling and local research
Flexible resources for a variety of audiences
Accessible and inclusive learning experiences
Strong links to local history and heritage
Created by an experienced heritage storyteller
Designed to encourage curiosity, exploration and connection
Helping learners discover the stories hidden within the places around them.
We’ve taken the hard work off your hands with full teacher packs designed to make planning smooth from start to finish. Every tour includes clear lesson notes, learning outcomes, printable maps, route guides, and differentiated worksheets for pre-visit, on-site, and post-visit activities. You’ll also receive risk assessments, safeguarding policies, accessibility guidance, and support for behaviour planning, so everything is ready to hand to SLT or governors with no extra paperwork.
Whether you're exploring coastal settlements, harbour trade, mining heritage, or modern culture, our packs help you link the visit straight back into your curriculum plans with confidence and ease.