Western Front Tour with Anthony Seldon

15 April 2026

 

 

Explore the Battlefields of the Somme, Vimy Ridge & Ypres

14-16 September 2026 | 3 days from £1,139pp

Join historian Sir Anthony Seldon on a moving tour of World War I battlefields and memorials. Step back in time and honour the heroes of the Great War with our immersive three-day Battlefield Tour through some of the most iconic and poignant sites of World War I. This unforgettable journey takes you through the hallowed grounds of The Somme, Vimy Ridge, and Ypres, where history was written in courage, sacrifice, and resilience. During the tour, you’ll walk through the trenches at Beaumont-Hamel, visit the Thiepval Memorial and spend the day in Ypres. You’ll also travel to Vimy Ridge, visiting the memorial, dedicated to over 11,000 Canadian soldiers with no known grave. Joining you for the duration of the tour are Sir Anthony Seldon and battlefield guide Clive Harris.

For more information or if you wish to book, please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk