English in Brighton
We offer English language courses at our school in Brighton, England.
Students must be at least 16 years old to participate. |
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English in Brighton
At the end of the 18th century, the English seaside resort of Brighton was fortunate enough to be chosen by the British Royal Family as its official summer residence. Along with the Royal Family came the cream of English society, including the aristocracy and the so-called 'moneyed' classes.
As a result, Brighton immediately became associated with glamour and sophistication, and even today, it is very much regarded to be a fashionable place. |
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Whether it is watching one of the many sporting events held in the city, to eat at one of its many renowned restaurants, to go clubbing in one of Europe's liveliest club scenes, or simply to stroll along the pier or promenade, which in the 21st Century is as popular as ever.
The Royal Pavilion is a sight well worth seeing. It was built especially for the Prince Regent at the turn of the 18th century. The Mogul style architecture, palm trees and gardens, are exotic and exciting. |
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The Pavilion recounts a wonderful impression of tropical India set among a unique example of early 19th century architecture.
The Palace Pier isn‘t just for taking a stroll, you can find popcorn stands, fish-and-chips stalls, fortune tellers and an excellent night club, amusement arcades and pubs there.
The city used to be a fishing village before it was colonised by the royals and the aristocracy. |
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Brightons winding lanes used to be home to its fishermen, today they are one of the city’s attractions and have become known as The Lanes.
They offer cosy pubs, antique shops, book shops and cafés on every corner. The city has grown over the centuries, it is still very young and a popular university city.
Its closeness to London contributes to its international atmosphere, trains run directly to Victoria and take about 45 minutes. |
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Brighton in a Nutshell
● Famous for
Cultural vitality, annual festivals, seaside, lively nightlife |
● School surroundings
The school is located in a residential area, but still close to all main attractions, parks and of course the beach. |
● Cities, towns and villages nearby
Eastbourne, Hastings, London, Weymouth |
● Places of interest
Seven Sisters, Devils Dyke, the Royal Pavilion, West Pier, Brighton Pier, The Lanes, The North Lanes, Arundel, the Sealife Centre |
● Special events
Brighton Festival |
● Shopping
Brighton offers a variety of shops, from the modern and trendy high street and designer stores to quaint antique shops. Whatever you are looking for, you will certainly find it in Brighton. The Churchill Square shopping centre with its 83 shops is one of the main attractions when it comes to shopping. Opening hours: During the week until 6 pm or 7 pm, weekends until 5 pm. |
● Nightlife
Brighton is famous for its funky nightlife. People from all over the UK go to Brighton in order to check out the various nightclubs and bars. During the summer there are some outdoor events which are very popular. The clubbing scene is also popular with Londoners, who often come down at the weekends to get that special vibe from “London by the sea”. Most bars are open until 11 pm, nightclubs until 2 am. |
● Public transport facilities
The easiest way to get around within Brighton is by bus. Buses usually run from early morning to about 1 am. Students are advised to buy a weekly pass from the One-Stop Travel shop at the station. For timetables and fares please have a look at the following website: www.Busses.co.uk |
● Getting there from the airport
The nearest airport is Gatwick Airport. However, it is also very easy to get to Brighton from Heathrow.
By bus:
From Heathrow Airport the transfer by coach (National Express, www.nationalexpress.com) is recommended. Students can also get the coach from Gatwick.
By train:
Transfer by train is recommended if students arrive at Gatwick Airport. It takes about 45 minutes.
By taxi:
A transfer by taxi is not recommended since it is very expensive. |
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