Educating young people, new migrants to the UK and the wider public about British history, culture, citizenship and values
Educating young people, new migrants to the UK and the wider public about British history, culture, citizenship and values
Supporting schools and colleges
We produce classroom materials, deliver directly with children and young people and train teachers.
Educational Tours for Refugees
We run educational tours for refugees, asylum seekers and new migrants to the UK
Remembering Lord Richard Harries
Baron Harries of Pentregarth, 1936-2026
We were saddened to learn of the passing this week of Richard Harries, Baron Harries of Pentregarth. Richard was a great friend of Learn About Britain and sponsored our 2025 reception in the House of Lords.
Founder Joe Hayman said:
"Richard Harries was a lovely man who touched the lives of everyone he met - including my own. He will be greatly missed."
More information on Richard's extraordinary life can be found here.
New educational resources
We recently launched a series of Key Stage 3 history lesson plans and supporting resources
Our partnership with Sheffield University
We are delighted to be partnering with Sheffield University's renowned History Department.
Launching our Hidden Histories project
We recently launched a project at Sheffield University exploring unheard stories from the UK's past.
Learn About Britain joins European Civic Education Group
We are delighted to be lead UK partner for a pan-European civic education group. Find out more here.
Announcing our new Head of History