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Speedfriending – 2 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. It’s fast, it’s fun; it’s speedfriending! If you’re looking to make new friends at the University – look no further! Speedfriending is a great way to get chatting to other students. You’ll have 3 minutes to chat to a new person and learn as much as you can about them before it’s time to change partner, chat and repeat! This is a great way to practise the English skills you’re learning in the classroom…
Find out more »Speedfriending – 5 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. It’s fast, it’s fun; it’s speedfriending! If you’re looking to make new friends at the University – look no further! Speedfriending is a great way to get chatting to other students. You’ll have 3 minutes to chat to a new person and learn as much as you can about them before it’s time to change partner, chat and repeat! This is a great way to practise the English skills you’re learning in the classroom…
Find out more »City tour: Brandon Hill and the Harbourside – 10:30 am session
Bookings will open on 6 June. Welcome to our wonderful city! Join us on a free city tour for a fun and relaxed introduction to two of the most popular places in Bristol; Brandon Hill and the Harbourside. You’ll get to hear a bit of history and some quirky facts from tour guide Luke, as he takes you to the beautiful Brandon Hill, overlooked by Cabot Tower (which offers stunning views of the city); and then onto the Harbourside –…
Find out more »City tour: Brandon Hill and the Harbourside – 2:30 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. Welcome to our wonderful city! Join us on a free city tour for a fun and relaxed introduction to two of the most popular places in Bristol; Brandon Hill and the Harbourside. You’ll get to hear a bit of history and some quirky facts from tour guide Luke, as he takes you to the beautiful Brandon Hill, overlooked by Cabot Tower (which offers stunning views of the city); and then onto the Harbourside –…
Find out more »Picnic in the park – 2 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. There’s nothing better during the summertime than having a picnic in the park! This is a great opportunity to relax in the sun, make new friends and speak to different people. Delicious British picnic bites and soft drinks will be available, and we’ll also have some summer games for you to show off your competitive streak! Even though this event will be taking place outdoors, please meet us in the Global Lounge, where you…
Find out more »Picnic in the park – 5 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. There’s nothing better during the summertime than having a picnic in the park! This is a great opportunity to relax in the sun, make new friends and speak to different people. Delicious British picnic bites and soft drinks will be available, and we’ll also have some summer games for you to show off your competitive streak! Even though this event will be taking place outdoors, please meet us in the Global Lounge, where you…
Find out more »Stonehenge and Bath day trip
Bookings will open on 6 June. The cost of this day trip is £35 per person. Enjoy a day trip with the Global Lounge and explore the World Heritage sites of Stonehenge and Bath! The first stop on our day trip will be Stonehenge, the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe, built around 3000BC. Uncover the story of Stonehenge, visit the world-class exhibition, and walk amongst the Neolithic houses to discover how ancient Britons lived. After lunch, we travel on to…
Find out more »Taste of Britain – 2 pm session
Bookings will open on 6 June. The British cuisine and culture is heavily influenced by its history and traditions which span back for decades, and is more varied and interesting than some might first believe! To demonstrate this, the Global Lounge has designed this event to literally give you a Taste of Britain. You'll learn about a vast range of different British quirks, from our obsession with queuing, to who is next in line for the British throne - all…
Find out more »Taste of Britain – 5 pm session
Registration will open on 6 June. The British cuisine and culture is heavily influenced by its history and traditions which span back for decades, and is more varied and interesting than some might first believe! To demonstrate this, the Global Lounge has designed this event to literally give you a Taste of Britain. You'll learn about a vast range of different British quirks, from our obsession with queuing, to who is next in line for the British throne - all…
Find out more »City tour: Clifton and the Suspension Bridge – 10.30 am session
Bookings will be open on 6 June. Welcome to our wonderful city! Join us for a free tour of the beautiful and bustling Clifton Village, and its iconic landmark, the Bristol Suspension Bridge! Explore the popular neighbourhood of Clifton, with friendly tour guide Luke, as he shows you around this picturesque part of Bristol, frequented by students and locals alike. As you soak in the atmosphere (and hopefully some sunshine!), Luke will provide you with some historical facts about this…
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