When people think of England, London is usually the first destination that comes to mind. But did you know that there are equally beautiful places to visit in Oxfordshire? This county is filled with stunning countryside, historic landmarks and world-famous academic institutions! One of the world's most prestigious universities, University of Oxford, finds its
When you think of London, what comes to mind? Big Ben, the River Thames, Buckingham Palace and the famous red telephone boxes that now remain largely as a tourist attraction. Together, they help make London one of the most visited cities in the world. Yet there's another unmistakable sight that appears in almost every
During the 1960s, the rock scene was transformed dramatically by a number of the world's most famous British rock bands. In this period, later known as the British Invasion, bands from the United Kingdom transformed the international music scene with a fresh sound and a distinctive style. British artists quickly gained worldwide popularity and
One of the most influential figures in British history, Sir Winston Churchill helped shape the outcome of the Second World War and changed the course of the twentieth century. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on two separate occasions and remains one of the most significant political leaders in modern history.
The Shard is a glass skyscraper located at Railway Approach, London SE1 9SG, above London Bridge station in the Southwark area. Designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano, it reaches 309.6 metres and is one of the tallest buildings in the United Kingdom and Western Europe. The building is also known as Shard London Bridge
Read the guide about our UK programmes in 2026 British royal residences, including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, are symbols of the monarchy that tell the story of the United Kingdom’s history, institutions and culture. Knowing more about them can help students, parents and teachers understand London, Windsor, Edinburgh and
King Charles III has been King of the United Kingdom since September 2022 and was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 6 May 2023. Understanding the British monarchy, its symbols and its role in public life can help students, parents and teachers better understand UK culture before a study holiday in Great Britain. Charles became
The legend of Tristan and Isolde is one of the most famous love stories in medieval European literature. Born between the 12th and 13th centuries in the Celtic Arthurian tradition, it recounts the tragic passion between Tristan, a knight at the court of King Mark of Cornwall, and Isolde the Fair, an Irish princess
For a two-week group study holiday abroad, students need comfortable everyday clothing suitable for lessons, excursions and leisure time, sportswear, swimwear appropriate to the destination, a toiletries bag and any required personal medication. Language schools on organised study holiday programmes provide all teaching materials, so students do not need to bring textbooks or course
Even though English food is often stereotyped as poor quality, it actually has a long and well-established culinary tradition. It goes far beyond fish and chips, and if you look a little closer, you will find a wide range of dishes that reflect both history and cultural exchange across centuries. The United Kingdom has
