London is one of the world's most famous and attractive cities with its variety of cultures and entertainment, world famous landmarks, rich historical places, beautiful green parks, traditional pubs, shopping areas, business and finance.
Some of the main attractions include the British Museum, National Gallery, Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum, Tate Modern, Tate British Museum, Shakespeare Globe, Madam Tussaud’s Museum, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Tower of London, Portobello Market, Hyde Park Corner, Royal Albert Hall and many more.
Shakespeare college organizes trips and tours for its students throughout the year. We offer students the chance to see the best of London and Great Britain while making friends from all over the world. Most venues are free, however if there is an entrance fee the students are informed in advance about the price and are entitled to student and group discounts.
We also arrange student parties, pub nights, teacher quiz nights picnics in the parks and other activities where you can carry on practicing your English and meet with other students and staff in an informal relaxed environment.
We are always open to suggestions for places to visit and activities to organize. Besides, students are always invited to take part in assisting with the organization of various social activities at the college.
Winter & Spring January-May
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2nd Friday & 4th Thursday
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Last Saturday (optional)
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January
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Lunch & National Gallery – Meet at Pizza Hut for Lunch and then go to National Gallery
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February
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British Museum – Walk to British Museum in Holborn
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March
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Science Museum – Tube to Science Museum in South Kensington
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April
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Greenwich– Train to Greenwich to see the Meridian, Royal Observatory and Greenwich Market
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May
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Buckingham Palace & St James Park – Walk to Buckingham Palace to see The Queen through St James Park
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Oxford– A bus trip to see the beautiful city of Oxford. With a guided tour led by teachers including all the famous sights (cost £13 return + small entrance fee to some places)
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Summer June-August
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2nd Thursday & Friday
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4th Thursday & Friday
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Last Saturday (optional)
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June
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Tate Modern & Southbank – A walk up the famous Southbank to see street performers and then on to the Tate Modern Art Museum
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Boat Trip to Borough Market – Using the Public Transport boat we will travel down the river to Borough Market to taste some exotic & strange food! (boat price - £.3.50)
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Sports Day & Picnic – Hyde Park. Everyone is invited to join us for sports (football, cricket, rounders, etc.) and a picnic in Hyde Park. All abilities welcome! If you don’t want to play sports, just come for the picnic (free)
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July
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1ST July – Summer Party! Please see posters for more information nearer the date
Sports Day & Picnic in Hyde Park – Walk to Hyde Park for a relaxed afternoon of eating, drinking & sports
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River Cruise – A cruise up the River Thames through Central London to Greenwich, with a guided tour and information about landmarks (cost - £12.50)
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London Zoo –
Meet at London Zoo for a full day out to see animals from all over the world (cost £16.50)
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August
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Sports Day & Picnic in Hyde Park – Walk to Hyde Park for a relaxed afternoon of eating, drinking & sports
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Notting Hill & Portobello Market – Public transport to see the exciting area of Notting Hill & Portobello Street Market
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Brighton – Train trip to the coastal city of Brighton to see The Pier, go shopping and have fish & chips on the beach (cost for train)
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Autumn & Winter September-December
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2nd Friday & 4th Thursday
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Last Saturday (optional)
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September
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Victoria & Albert Museum – Take the bus/tube to the V & A to see ancient objects from all over the world
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London Eye – Meet at the London Eye to see all the sights of London from the air (cost - £18)
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October
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Natural History Museum – Take the bus/tube to see the history of animals and people from around the world
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Madame Tussauds – Come to Madame Tussauds to see all your favourite famous people…made from wax (cost £25)
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November
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Imperial War Museum– Walk down to see the history of war and some interesting exhibitions about global conflict
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Tower of London – A trip to see London’s most famous castle (cost £13.50)
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December
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Christmas Market – A trip to see one of London’s many European Christmas Markets
Christmas Party! – Please see posters in December for more information
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Ice Skating – To one of London’s outdoor ice skating rinks for a day of fun on the ice
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Please note: this programme may change at any time at short notice. Activities are dependent on weather and other factors. If weather prevents an activity, a replacement will be provided. |