Monday 27 October (afternoon) Photo Hunt!
Search Eastbourne to find the answers to riddles. Take a photo and race back to ELC! The winner receives a prize.
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 15:30
Free
Meet friends, have fun and keep speaking English after class
The social programme is a weekly offering of activities which complement your English language lessons.
A social activity gives you an opportunity to meet new friends and discover everything Eastbourne and the UK has to offer, and it’s a great way to extend and practise your English. Some activities are free of charge, some are with a tour leader whilst others are suggestions for you to do with friends or on your own, some have a fee which depends on the duration, the distance and the cost of the activity itself.
We have a Social Activities Organiser - a full-time member of staff - who is responsible for organising the programme of social activities. When you arrive at the school in Eastbourne on your first day, we’ll introduce you to this member of staff, explain how activities work, and what you have to do to sign up (reserve a place) on the activities, trips and excursions that you’re interested in.
There is a wide range of activities, local tours and weekend excursions to choose from:
- activities include conversation club, sports, bowling laser quest and a tour of Eastbourne on your first day. These activities typically cost £5 to £15.
- local tours include Hastings, Lewes and Brighton and typically cost £15.
- weekend excursions include London, Canterbury, Oxford and Cambridge and typically cost £50 to £85.
We also offer weekend excursions through a local company Discovery Tours.
Once you’re in school, we can also help you to plan other things you might like to do independently.
Social programme
Tuesday 28 October (afternoon) Conversation Club
Join us for Conversation Club to practice your English and discuss current topics.
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 15:30
Free
Tuesday 28 October (evening) Bowling
We are off to the Bowling alley to have some fun!
Meet: Eastbourne Railway Station
Time: 18:45
£12
Wednesday 29 October (afternoon) Table Tennis Tournament
Meet: Student Lounge
Time: 15:30
Free
Thursday 30 October (afternoon) Pumpkin carving
🎃 Fun & Festive:
“Time to grab your pumpkins and get carving! Let your creativity shine this spooky season. 🎃✨”
Meet: Student lounge
Time: 15:30
£5
Thursday 30 October (evening) Halloween Party at the English Language Centre
Join us for a spooktacular night of fun and festivities!
Drinks and snacks included.
Prizes for the best fancy dress costumes!
Meet: Student Lounge
Time:19:00
£8
Friday 31 October (afternoon) Trip to Rye
Please join us for trip to Rye. Whether you're a history lover, photographer, or just someone in need of a peaceful escape, Rye is pure magic. It’s the kind of place where time slows down — and you’ll want to stay just a little longer.
Meet: Railway Station
Time:12:45 pm
£15
Saturday 8 November (full day trip) Oxford, Windsor & Eton
📚 Discover Oxford for a Day! 🏛️
Ready for a day full of history, inspiration, and adventure? Join us on a trip to the world-famous Oxford University city! 🌟
Ask Maria for details.
£69
Saturday 15 November (full day trip) Cambridge
Come explore the historic city of Cambridge, home to stunning colleges, scenic riverside walks, and rich academic heritage.
Ask Maria for details.
£65
Sunday 23 November (full day trip) Harry Potter Studio Tour
🧙♂️ Step Into the Wizarding World at the Harry Potter Studio Tour! ✨
Get ready for a magical day out at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter, just outside London.
Ask Maria for details.
£129
Sunday 30 November (full day trip) Stonehenge & Bath
Explore Bath & Stonehenge – A Day of History and Beauty! 🏛️🛁
Step back in time with a magical day trip to two of England’s most iconic sites!
✨ Discover the ancient mystery of Stonehenge
🛁 Stroll through the elegant Roman baths and Georgian streets of Bath
🚍 Comfortable transport & expert guides included
📸 Perfect for history lovers and scenic explorers
Ask Maria for details.
£89