This week, Long Mynd class visited Llangollen as part of our topic ‘Water, Water, Everywhere’.

Firstly, we walked along the famous Llangollen bridge over the River Dee and looked down onto the rushing rapids below. The children were fascinated by the fact that the river also ran through Chester. We discussed the fact that this was a natural water source and what that meant.

Next, we arrived at Llangollen Railway station and looked at the impressive steam engine that we would be riding on. The children enjoyed looking at the engine as the steam ran off it and were curious as to how the steam was made inside. Then, we boarded our carriage and our journey through the stunning countryside began!

The children really enjoyed eating lunch on the train and going through a long, dark tunnel. When we arrived back at Llangollen station we walked along the river to the park where the children could stretch their legs.

Finally, we went up to the canal where we saw the horse drawn boats. We walked along the canal and saw ducks and fish. We discussed who made the canals and why we thought they were there.