From Henry Chaucer to Virginia Woolf, London has inspired Britain’s most influential writers. Students can experience its vivid urban settings, watch West End shows and discover historical archives that will enrich their understanding of classroom texts and ignite their enthusiasm for literature and language.
England’s capital has had an astounding influence on world literature. The city is bursting with literary landmarks, such as the Bloomsbury district and Poets’ Corner. Engraved plaques signify the buildings that are associated with prominent cultural figures, including T.S. Elliot and James Joyce. The West End is the hub of Britain’s theatre and film industries but dozens of smaller venues can be found throughout the city, such as the accurate replica of Shakespeare’s Globe, which is located in the Southbank district.
Take your group to visit Charles Dickens’ house to see where he wrote Oliver Twist, or pay your respects to the likes of Thomas Hardy and Tennyson in Poets’ Corner. Watch a Shakespeare play in the very theatre they were intended for, or head to the West End to see the latest big hit. Students will develop an appreciation of London's importance to world literature in the British Library, where students will find original manuscripts by Jane Austen, Lewis Carroll and James Joyce, amongst others.
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3 Days to London
Day 1:
Morning departure from school, arrive at your accommodation. Depending on the arrival time you will be able to include a visit to London Eye or a boat trip on the Thames.
Day 2:
Visit Charles Dickens' House museum, then tour some of London's famous landmarks. Spend the afternoon at one of the major museums: British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern or perhaps spend a few hours at the famous Madame Tussaud’s. Enjoy an evening trip to the theatre to see a production of your choice.
Day 3:
Spend a lively morning at a Globe Theatre workshop, then return home.
Travel throughout London onboard Thames Clippers - A fast and frequent hop on, hop off service on the River Thames. Register your interest when you speak to an advisor or when requesting a quote online.
