Activity Programme
September 2015
Activity Programme September GREENWICH VINTAGE FAIR
Highlights
OLYMPIC PARK AND WESTFIELDS
Fri 18th September
Sat 5th September
INDIAN RESTAURANT
OPEN HOUSE
Sat 19th September
BBC BROADCASTING HOUSE
Wed 23th September
GLOSSARY
Fri 2nd October
pop-up (n) temporary shop, market etc. initiative (n) a plan or activity that is done to solve a problem or improve a situation.
Large parts of Cutty Sark Gardens are turned into a glorious pop-up vintage market, accommodating fifty specialist traders offering clothes, accessories, home ware, art collectables and music from the early to mid 20th century.
Monday
Tuesday
31stth Bank Holiday
Canal Walk to 11stst Camden
Hopefully the weather will be good & you can enjoy London’s parks and open spaces. Or you can go to the Notting Hill Carnival-good music and good food and drink!
Free event
7
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City of London Walk
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 event
14
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Wednesday
22nd
Meet the FK Leader inside Warwick Avenue Underground station at 3.30pm Free event
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9
Pronunciation Games
Improve your accent! Learn some tips on how to sound more natural and discuss issues about spoken English. It could help you to make your English clearer.
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Come and find out how to write a good CV in English - it could help you to find a job!
Meet the FK wizard leader inside Temple Underground station at 3.30pm. Free event
Meet the FK leader in room 3.6 at Gloucester Road at 3.15pm
21
Soho Walk
Meet the FK Leader inside Leicester Square Underground station at 2.30pm.
Meet the FK Leader inside South Kensington Underground station at 3.00pm
Free event
28
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Westminster River Walk
29
Meet the FK Leader inside Westminster Underground station at 3.30pm Free event
National Portait Gallery
FK Leader Steve
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. £14 approx.
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and Holland Park
Embankment Gardens Walk
FK Leader Steve
Meet the FK Leader inside Leicester Square Underground station at 6.30pm £15 approx
October activities
9
th
Seven Dials Walk
FK Leader Steve
11
Japanese Restaurant
Come and try some delicious Japanese food in a great restaurant in Soho. Noodles, rice, sushi and more!
Visit the beautiful 19th Century house of Victorian artist Lord Leighton with its Arab Hall, gilded ceilings and domed studio. Afterwards, take a walk in lovely Holland Park. Meet the FK leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 3.15pm. £5 Entrance
September activities
4th
Indian Restaurant
This big, metal plate is called a thali in India and is one of our favourite things to have at Masala Zone Restaurant. It contains one bowl of meat, fish or vegetable curry with 2different vegetable dishes, a pulse dish, rice, a poppadom and chutney.
Thursday
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Broadcasting House is now the BBC’s largest creative hub in the UK, generating more live output than any other BBC site to provide better and more integrated content and servies for its audiences. It provides public service broadcasting to over 10 million people across the UK at any one time and to a worldwide audience of more than 150 million every week.
Tate Britain
FK Leader Steve
Sat/Sunday
4 th
The British Museum
Sat
Local Pub Time
5 th
This truly iconic building houses a vast collection of art you will have seen in many guide books: the Rosetta Stone, and Canova’s ‘The Three Graces’ to name but two. Meet the FK Leader outside Russell Square Underground Station at 3.30pm. Free event
Join us for a drink and a chat in our local pubs: The Stanhope Arms and The Hereford Arms. Learn how to order at the bar like an expert! Meet the FK Leader outside 77, Gloucester Road at 4.15pm. Over 18s only Bring drinks money and ID
10
11 th
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Live Blues
The Blues Night has now become an FK Favourite! Meet the FK Leader outside Apple store, Regent Street at 8.00pm. Over 18s only. Bring drinks money and ID. Free event
17
th
Brighton 12 thth Day Trip
Over 18s only. Bring drinks money and ID
18
Museum
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Free event
Free event
Live Jazz Night
25
Join us as we enjoy some live jazz at the Effra Hall pub. Drums, double bass, sax, trumpet, electric guitar. Meet the FK Leader inside Brixton Underground station at 8.30. Good bar food. Over 18s only Bring drinks money and ID. Free Event
1
Ordering Etiquette Workshop
Learn how to order correctly and politely in a bar, pub or restaurant to get exactly what you want and feel more confident with ‘service encounters’. A fun and interactive workshop! Meet the FK leader in room 3.6 at Gloucester Road at 3.15pm Free event
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Tyburn River Walk
FK Leader Paul
Pay for travel to Zone 3
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Sat Sun
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Olympic Park and Westfield
Meet the FK leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 2.15pm.
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Visit the Lanes, the medieval fishing quarter and enjoy a walk around the oldest seaside resort in Europe. Meet the FK Leaders inside Blackfriars Mainline station (in main concourse, near WH Smith) at 10.00am. £7 only!
Meet the FK Leader outside 77 Gloucester Road at 4.15pm.
Meet the FK Leader at 3.30 inside Lambeth North Underground station.
24
1-way boat fare with Travel Card £8 Sat Sat
Come along and see London’s newest park and Europe’s biggest shopping centre.
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Meet the FK Leader inside Westminster Underground Station, by the ticket barriers, at 10.30am.
Join us for a tour of 4 classic pubs in Soho. From lavishly decorated Victorian extravaganzas to charming street corner ‘locals’.
Imperial War
A special weekend when many iconic Londonbuildings open their doors to the public. Join us as we visit some around the City of London. Meet the FK Leader inside Monument Underground Station at 12.00 midday. Free event Sat
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Belgravia Walk and Pub-stop
See what all the fuss is about! Brixton Village is the best new place to relax, eat and shop. Also, we will visit a working Windmill!
Join us as we walk around this historic area- Buckingham Palace on one side and Knightsbridge on the other- and stop at 1 or 2 unusual pubs! Meet the FK Leader downstairs inside Hyde Park Corner Underground station at 4.15pm. Over 18s only. Bring drinks money and ID.
2
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Greenwich Vintage Fair
Come to this interesting market and see Greenwich too
Soho Classic Pub Tour
The Imperial War Museum covers wars which have happened since World War 1, especially those which Britain were involved in.
18 16th Wallace Collection FK Leader Paul
chutney (n) something to eat with a poppadom made with fruit, vinegar etc.
Friday
If you plan to use the Underground on any weekend, please note that there is often maintenance work happening and some lines may be closed or partclosed. Please check on the website before you travel: http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/livetravelnews/realtime/track.aspx?offset=weekend
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poppadom (n) a large Indian crisp eaten as a starter
Meet the FK Leader inside Brixton Underground Station at 11.00am. Free event
BBC Broadcasting House
The BBC has brought together its News, Radio, Television and Online services into one central London head quarters. Meet the FK Leader outside Topshop, Oxford Street northside at 3.20pm (very near Oxford Circus). £11.25 Buy tickets at Reception 8 tickets to sell
Sat Sun
Spitalfields Markets
... 4ththth and Brick Lane
These markets are the most interesting in East London. Plants, pots, bikes,clothes and antiques are all there at Brick Lane. Live music/great real ethnic food. Meet the FK Leader inside Liverpool Street Mainline station, near platform 1 at 11.00am. Free event
BOOK ACTIVITIES AT RECEPTION AND TAKE YOUR LANYARD TO EVERY EVENT! Limited numbers please book early You can call the activity programme phone number: 07584487962 The leader will wait 15 minutes.
The British Library
FK Leader Paul
25
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Tin Pan Alley
FK Leader Steve
30
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Saatchi Gallery
FK Leader Steve
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Take our guided walk along the South Bank of the River Thames and see some of the best views that London has to offer.
August activities
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Design Festival at V&A
See installations and displays by some of the world’s most exciting designers.
Iranian Restaurant
Meet the FK Leader inside High Street Kensington Underground station at 6.30pm. £12 approx
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Join this walk to discover some facts about this famous London area.
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Try some of the Persian delights on offer at a great, authentic Iranian restaurant. ‘Alounak’ is reasonably priced and high quality. ’the best kebabs in London?’’
Free event
22
Fish and Chips
Meet the FK Leader downstairs,inside Bond Street Underground station (near the ticket machines) at 6.30pm. £12 approx
CV Workshop
Join us as we trace the footsteps of the young wizard around the more mysterious streets of old London town!
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Join us at the Golden Hind, London’s ‘best provider of the national dish’.Their fried haddock and chips are highly recommended.
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Turkish Restaurant
The amazing food and real Turkish atmosphere combine with a reasonable price to make a meal with friends at the famous “Galipoli” restaurant a must! Meet the FK Leader inside Angel station at 6.30. Mixed meze with 12 sharing dishes. £12.50 approx.
Enjoy this walk along the Regent’s Canal. See Little Venice, London Zoo and end up in exciting Camden Market!
15
Harry Potter Walk
The initiative is a simple but powerful concept: hundreds of great buildings of all types and periods opened up their doors to all, completely for FREE. It is a truly city-wide celebration of the buildings, places and neighbourhoods where we live, work and play.
London’s newest green space –made famous by the 2012 Olympic Games comes alive with unique parkland, waterways,venues and attractions. Combine a trip to the park with a visit to Europe’s biggest shopping mall.
pulse (n) general word for beans, lentils etc.
Chinatown and Soho Walk
FK Leader Steve
All Coffee Mornings begin at 9.45am every Wednesday and Friday. Please see posters for more information.
TOURS
ATTRACTION TICKETS
Please ask for prices at reception FROM £20
MADAME TUSSAUDS FROM £13
KENSINGTON PALACE FROM £15.50
FROM £13.50
WARWICK CASTLE
FROM £19.50
LONDON EYE
THE LONDON DUNGEON
GO TO WWW.ANDERSONTOURS.CO.UK
GO TO WWW.THEENGLISHBUS.COM
BELGIUM - A DAY IN BEAUTIFUL BRUGES!
£84
£79
CANTERBURY,WHITE CLIFFS & DOVER CASTLE
£65
£74
ISLE OF WIGHT BY COACH
£52
WINDSOR, STONEHENGE & SALISBURY
£65
STONEHENGE, BATH AND SECRET PLACES
£69
OXFORD, STRATFORD AND COTSWOLDS VILLAGES
£69
FROM £6
FROM £15.50
ANDERSON TOURS
THE ENGLISH BUS
BANQUETING HOUSE
£59
FROM £17.50
FROM £17.50
INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS GO TO WWW.INTERNATIONALFRIENDS.CO.UK
LIL ADVENTURES TOUR THE SEA LIFE LONDON AQUARIUM FROM £14.50
ZSL LONDON ZOO
TOWER OF LONDON
FROM £15
GO TO WWW.LILADVENTURES.COM
FROM £10
£30
BRIGHTON T
HAMPTON COURT PALACE FROM £11.50
BELIEVE IT OR NOT!
KEW GARDENS FROM £50
FROM £14
£37
OXFORD
EDINBURGH, LOCH NESS From AND HIGHLANDS BY TRAIN 3 DAYS
£239
WINDSOR, STONEHENGE, BATH, LACOCK, DOWNTON ABBEY From FILMING LOCATIONS, COTSWOLDS & OXFORD 2 DAYS
£239
GO TO WWW.INTERNATIONALFRIENDS.CO.UK TO FIND OUT ABOUT
SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE
ST PAUL’S CATHEDRAL
ALTON TOWERS
PARTIES
£35
CAMBRIDGE
PARIS TOUR- 3 DAYS AMSTERDAM & BRUGES COACH - 3 DAYS HORSE RIDING IN WALES - 2 DAYS WALES COAST & MOUNTAINS - 2 DAYS
DID YOU KNOW THAT.. Monday 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th September
“Welcome to London free party” @Zoo Bar | Free Salsa Classes
8:30pm - 3am FREE SALSA CLASSES 8:45PM-9:45PM Free Entry before 10:30pm with voucher £5 After with Voucher £10 On The Door 1 Free Beer or Shot before 11:30pm/Cheap drinks Nearest Tube: Leicester Square
Friday 18th September
@Café de Paris
10:30pm - 3am £7 With Voucher £15 On the door No trainers Nearest Tube: Piccadilly Circus
Friday 25 th September
BOAT PARTY @ HMS PRESIDENT 8:30PM – 2:30AM LAST ENTRY 11:30PM £8 With Voucher £10 On The Door Nearest Tube: Temple
Friday 11th September
...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
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 (if your course is at least 14 weeks)
Please prepare the following: Student Number (on the front of your Student Card) Digital photo on your computer Credit/Debit Card to: www.tfl.gov.uk/tickets/ Ask at ClientGoServices for more details or and follow the instructions. visit our website www.francesking.ie
@ MINISTRY OF SOUND 10:30PM – 5:30AM £8 Advance Ticket / £5 Extra after 12am Limited Tickets £22 On The Door Nearest Tube: Elephant & Castle
Friday 4th September @ PICCADILLY INSTITUTE 10PM – 3AM £5 With Voucher £10 On The Door Nearest Tube: Piccadilly Circus
Frances King is happy to announce its partnership with South Kensington Fitness First. As a Frances King student you can now get fitter during your stay in London and get to know Londoners by going to You can purchase your membership at our partner gym in London. reception at 77 Gloucester Road. 1 week £25 Students should go to the gym and 6 weeks £65 speak to the Sales Team Leader. The 3 months £180 prices include joining free but does not 6 months £300 include towel rental.
Activity Programme
September 2015