Activity Programme October 2012
WHAT’S GOING ON IN LONDON.... POP DESIGN, CULTURE, FASHION Until Saturday 6th
This exhibition explores the impact of music, art and celebrity on 20th century fashion. Celebrate a time when British popular culture inspired the world. there will be a focus on fashion designers like Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood and artists including Andy Warhol and Peter Blake. 11am-6pm £5 students www.ftmlondon.org Kilburn Park
RADIOHEAD Monday 8th
Until Tuesday 16th
Thursday 11th - Sunday 14th
Long-awaited live London date from Britain's most consistently adventurous, stadium-sized alt.rock band (no contest), touring their 'The King of Limbs' album, but drawing on material from a hefty back catalogue. 6pm The O2,Peninsula Square, Transport: North Greenwich www.theo2.co.uk St John’s Wood
Warren Street
Warwick Avenue
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15
Edgware Marylebone Road Edgware Road
Paddington
2
3 Marble
Knightsbridge
High Street Kensington
1
Bond Street
8 29
Hyde Park Corner
Blackfriars
Temple
1 22
Monument
Tower Hill
Southwark Borough
6
Lambeth North
9
Victoria
Elephant & castle
South Kensington
Wetherby Gardens
Mansion House
Aldgate East
London Bridge
3
10
Aldgate
Bank
3
Westminister
12 19 11
St Paul’s
16
Waterloo
20
31
28
Morgate
Liverpool Street
30
Covent Garden
Leicester Square Piccadilly Circus Charing 24 Cross Embankment
St. James Park
Gloucester Road
1 Barbican
Holborn
Oxford Circus
11
Sloane Square
5
4 18
Kennington
Pimlico
14
West Brompton
Vauxhall
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Every Tuesday morning. Coffee Tour at 9.30 am
ACTIVITY PROGRAMME
Farringdon
Tottenham Court Road
Queensway
2
Shoreditch High Street
Chancery Lane
Green Park
13
Russell Square
Goodge Street
Lancaster Gate
Bayswater
Earl’s Court
Hoxton
Angel
Old Street
Euston Square
Great Portland Street
Regent’s Park
Baker Street
Arch
Notting Hill Gate
Photography in the 60s and 70s' is an exhibition consisting of photography from all over the world, taken in the 60s and 70s, and tells a history of photography through the photography of history. £8 students; £7 online Transport: Barbican www.barbican.org.uk
Euston
Paddington
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Art collective Superflex lead offbeat tours that invite visitors to slip on a cockroach costume and explore how science and technology are influencing our climate from the point of view of the infamously resilient insects. The tours take place at different times every Saturday and Sunday; book on www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
Kings Cross
Maida Vale
Royal Oak
All month
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St. Pancras
EVERYTHING WAS MOVING All month
A COCKROACH TOUR OF THE SCIENCE MUSEUM
Alternative London guides lead a street art tour of the Brick Lane area followed by a workshop where there's a chance to create a spraycan masterpiece of your own. No experience is necessary. Materials are provided. Booking essential. £15 Transport: Aldgate East/Liverpool Street www.alternativeldn.co.uk
The biggest contemporary art event This exhibition looks at the history of the year. More than 170 major of mankind's efforts to enhance international galleries, Frame, a physical performance and athletic section of the fair dedicated to ability. As well as medical history galleries under six years old showing and science, the show also looks solo artist presentations, as well as at fantasies of human the Frieze Projects curatorial transformation through comic programme and a series of films characters and superheros. and talks. For more info visit: Transport: Euston/Euston Square www.friezeartfair.com www.wellcomecollection.org Mornington Crecent
Euston
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STREET ART TOUR AND WORKSHOP Every Sunday
SUPERHUMAN
FRIEZE ART FAIR
Every Thursday morning. Coffee Tour at 9.30 am
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Sat/Sunday
1 FISH & CHIPS
2 BROMPTON CEMETERY WALK
3 CITY WALK
4 WRITING WORKSHOP
5 LATE AT TATE
6 BOROUGH
Join fish aficionados at the Golden Hind, London’s ‘best provider of the national dish’. Meet the FK Leader downstairs, inside Bond Street Underground Station near the ticket machines at 6.30pm. £11 approx.
Take a guided walk through the atmospheric cemetery famed for its gothic monuments to Londoners of yesteryear. Meet the FK Leader outside FK Wetherby Gardens at 2.00pm. Free.
8 INDIAN RESTAURANT
WAR 9 IMPERIAL MUSEUM
Join us for a trip to Masala Zone for a fun, quality, reasonably priced meal in a Soho restaurant. Discover new tastes and flavours. Meet the FK Leader at 6.30pm inside Leicester Square Underground station. £11 approx.
The Imperial War Museum covers wars which have happened since World War 1, especially those which Britain were involved in. Meet the FK Leader at 3.30pm inside Lambeth North Underground station. Free.
15 TURKISH RESTAURANT
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Come and try delicious Turkish mezze –a mix of different meats, vegetables and bean dishes - in a good, cheap restaurant. Meet the FK Leader inside Angel Underground station at 6.30pm. £15 approx.
LEGAL LONDON WALK
Improve your writing by learning a few tips on how to communicate better. Meet the FK Leader in room 3 at Wetherby Gardens at 4.15pm. Free.
‘Late at Tate’ is the perfect opportunity to explore art after hours at Tate Britain. Relax with a drink and enjoy exhibitions, performances, music and talks. Meet the FK Leader inside Pimlico Underground station at 6.00pm. Free.
10 PICCADILLY WALK
11 PHOTO SAFARI
Join us and discover some facts about this famous London area. See London's oldest shops and most beautiful arcades. Also, go to a small, free exhibition of Rothko paintings. Meet the FK Leader inside St James's Park Underground station at 3.30pm. Free.
Join teachers Amy and Steve to learn how to take better photos of London. Bring your own camera. Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 4.15pm.
CAR 12 CABLE ACROSS THE RIVER!
DAY 13 RICHMOND TRIP
CANAL WALK TO CAMDEN MARKET
18 PRONUNCIATION GAMES Improve your accent!
19 LOCAL PUB TIME
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Join us for a drink and a chat in our local pubs: The Stanhope Arms and The Hereford Arms. Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 4.15pm. Over 18s only.
Join classmates for this tour of the Royal Parks, taking in Diana Memorial and then Portobello Market. Meet the FK Leader inside Hyde Park Corner Underground station at 10.45am. Free.
26 DOG RACING
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See Temple, the Round Church (from The Da Vinci Code), the Royal Courts of Justice & Lincoln’s Inn- all amazing buildings that tourists don’t often see! Meet the FK Leader inside Temple Underground station at 3.30pm. Free.
Enjoy this walk along the Regent’s Canal. See Little Venice, London Zoo and end up in exciting Camden Market! Meet the FK Leader inside Warwick Avenue Underground station at 3.30pm. Free.
Free.
Learn some tips on how to sound more natural and discuss issues about spoken English. It could help you to make your English clearer. Meet the FK Leader in room 3 at 4 Wetherby Gardens at 4.15pm. Free.
22 IRANIAN RESTAURANT
23 BBC TOUR
24 RIVER WALK
25 LIVE JAZZ NIGHT
The BBC Television Centre is an iconic building and this guided tour inside the heart of the corporation is a must-see. Meet the FK Leader at White City Underground station at 3.45pm, tour starts at 4.15pm. Must book tickets at FK reception. £9.
Take our guided walk along the South Bank of the River Thames and see some of the best views that London has to offer. Meet the FK Leader inside Embankment Underground Station at 3.30pm. Free.
Enjoy some jazz at the Effra Hall pub. Good Jamaican bar food. Music from 9.00pm approx. Meet the FK Leader inside Brixton Underground Station at 8.30pm. Over 18s only. Bring drinks money.
29 JAPANESE RESTAURANT
THE OLD JACK THE RIPPER 30 VISIT BAILEY Experience a real trial at 31 WALK
Try some of the Persian delights on offer at a great, authentic Iranian restaurant. Alounak is reasonably priced and high quality. Bring your own wine/beer. Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 6.30pm. £12 approx.
Come and try some good, cheap Japanese food in Chinatown! Meet the FK Leader inside Leicester Square Underground Station at 6.30pm. £14 approx.
October activities
the famous Old Bailey criminal court in the public gallery. Please note that drinks, anything electronic, big bags, cameras & mobiles CANNOT be taken in. Entrance subject to capacity. Meet the FK Leader inside St Paul's Underground Station at 2.30pm. Free.
November activities
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MARKET
The City of London has great history and architecture. We start at Monument and end up at St Paul’s Cathedral. Meet the FK Leader inside Monument Underground station at 3.30pm. Free.
Follow in the footsteps of “Jack”, the Whitechapel murderer, in this atmospheric area. Meet the FK Leader at Whitechapel Underground Station (by the ticket barriers) at 3.30pm. Free.
If you are under 18 come to reception to pick up your additional activity programme!
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LEIGHTON HOUSE AND HOLLAND PARK
Visit the beautiful 19th Century house of victorian artist Lord Leighton with its Arab Hall, gilded ceilings and walls and domed studio. Afterwards, take a walk in lovely Holland Park. Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 2.30pm. Cost £3.
Join us as we take the first ever cable car across the Thames to Greenwich, followed by a walk. Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 3.00pm. £4.30 single fare, £3.20 for Oyster or Travelcard user.
Bring drinks money. Have fun and win some money at the same time! Enjoy a drink and something to eat while you watch the races & hope your dog wins. Meet the FK Leader inside Tooting Broadway Underground Station (Zone 3) at 7.00pm. Cost £6 entrance plus drinks, bets etc.
Borough market is a great place to sample some fine food from around the world! Meet the FK Leader inside Borough Underground station at 10.30am. Free.
See the Green, the River Thames and the deer in Richmond Park. Meet the FK Leader at Earls Court Underground station (Earls Court Road entrance) at 10.30am Cost: an extension to Zone 4 & £10 for pub lunch.
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DIANA WALK & PORTOBELLO MARKET
SPITALFIELDS AND BRICK LANE MARKET
These markets are the most interesting in East London. Plants, pots, bikes, clothes and antiques are all there at Brick Lane. Live music/great ethnic food. Meet the FK Leader inside Liverpool Street Train Station near platform 1 at 11.00am. Free.
THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT TOUR
2 BRITISH MUSEUM
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This museum houses a vast collection of world art and artefacts. Meet the FK Leader outside Russell Square Underground Station at 2.30pm. Free.
See the mother of all parliaments on this amazing tour inside the Palace of Westminster. The tour starts at 9.45am. Meet the FK Leader inside Westminster Underground station at 9.00am. Please pay at Reception. £10.
BOOK ACTIVITIES AT RECEPTION!
If you are running late, or can't find the leader, you can call the activity programme mobile phone number: 07584487962
PARTIES
TOURS
Available at reception!
Covent Garden Underground Station
10pm-3am
MADAME TUSSAUDS SAVE
Temple Underground Station
£8 with voucher £10 on the door
9.30pm-2.30am
GUANABARA
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£39
BLACKPOOL
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PARIS 3 DAY TOUR
Saturday 20th October
£28
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NOTTINGHAM
Morning Coffee Tour
£45
BRIGHTON
LEEDS CASTLE AND ROCHESTER
FK UMBRELLA
FK CAP £5.00
Meet leader Gavin Hamilton for coffee and a chat at 9.30 am every Tuesday and Thursday followed by a visit to a museum or a guided walk together. See the weekly posters on the notice board for details.
Sunday 14th October
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Join Liz and share your love of drawing. The class is every Tuesday from 4.15 to 5.15pm in room 3.5 at 77 Gloucester Road.
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BOAT PARTY
WED 17TH OCTOBER
10.30pm
See the logo of the company tour on the mini posters and find out how to book here below
FRIDAY 12TH OCTOBER
FRIDAY 5TH OCTOBER
£7.00
Saturday 20th October
£49
YORK BY RAIL
...WE OFFER ONE TO ONE TUITION. Lessons are in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, with experienced, professional and patient One-to-One teachers. They will focus on your specific needs such as: professional social skills / understanding different accents / using English in a business environment / CV and interview preparation / extra examination practice
Football Club Join us for a friendly football game, every Friday in Kensington Gardens. Meet the leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 4.15pm.
FK BAG £15.00
FK BAG £15.00
You can participate in exclusive One-to-One evening social events where you can practise speaking English over a drink or dinner in a relaxed atmosphere.
To have a look around please come up to 77 Gloucester Road and ask for Amanda, the One-to-One coordinator.
...YOU CAN APPLY FOR A STUDENT OYSTER CARD
Extra English Club Do you want a free extra English lesson? Are you having trouble with your homework? FK Teacher Sophie is here to help.Extra English Club is on Mondays from 4.30pm to 5.30pm at 77 Gloucester Road on the third floor.
(if your course is at least 14 weeks)
FK Film Club Come and watch a movie in English. Every week on Wednesday. This is a great opportunity to practise your English and meet new friends. Meet Llorenc in room 3 at Wetherby Gardens at 4.15 pm.
Please prepare the following: Student Number (on the front of your Student Card) Digital photo on your computer Credit/Debit Card
Frances King is happy to announce its partnership with South Kensington Fitness First.
Go to: www.tfl.gov.uk/tickets/ and follow the instructions.
As a Frances King student you can now get fitter during your stay in London and get to know Londoners by going to our partner gym in London. You can purchase your membership at 1 week £20 6 weeks £65 3 months £180 6 months £300
reception at 77 Gloucester Road. Students should go to the gym and speak to the Sales Team Leader. The prices include joining free but does not include towel rental.