Best of Bristol 45+

Discover Bristol at its finest!

 

Best of Bristol 45+

Many mature learners of English prefer to do courses with others of a similar age. It adds to the sense of camaraderie and makes full use of the extensive life experience each participant brings. Our Best of Bristol 45+ course is designed to fully immerse you in the local language and culture here in the UK. Over 2 weeks, you study English in small groups (up to 10 people) and enjoy a varied social programme of activities and excursions, exploring the best of our city and beyond with your peers and teachers.

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SS Great Britain
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Students love to learn and study English in Bristol

English levels

A2-C2

Minimum Age

45+

Maximum class size

10

Timetable

20 x 45-minute lessons/week
4 Afternoon activities/week
4 Evening activities/week
1 Saturday excursion/week

Lessons per week

20

Price

£1104

Registration

£62 admin fee

Materials

Included

Included

1 Saturday trip to London or Oxford/week
4 afternoon activities/week
4 evening activities/week
Access to our online e-learning platform
Coursebooks and materials
Bus pass
1 excursion to Bath

Start dates

16th June (finish 27th June) 2025
11th August (finish 22nd August) 2025

Length of course

2 weeks

British culture at its finest

After class, you can enjoy a daily afternoon activity and late afternoon/evening activity most nights. On Mondays, a welcome lunch is provided at school before heading out for a walking tour of Bristol's Harbourside or Clifton Village & Suspension Bridge. Throughout the week activities include exploring Bristol's Aerospace Museum, Brunel's SS Great Britain, a harbourside walking tour and boat trip and graffiti tour. There are excursions on the two Saturdays  to Oxford and London, and the option to visit the nearby UNESCO city of Bath.

In addition to the programme schedule, we have a variety of optional extra excursions such as wine tasting, brewery tours and a tour of the oldest working theatre in England.

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Make the most of learning English

We focus on practical, effective and natural English. The classes are designed to build on any existing knowledge you already have. Our aim is to help you feel more comfortable communicating in English-speaking situations at home and abroad, and we'll cover topics related to the activities and excursions you go on so you'll be even better equipped to discuss them with your classmates.

Looking for more than 2 weeks in Bristol?

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Conversation Club

Conversation Club is an excellent way to practise your English. Every Friday afternoon, all IH Bristol students are invited to gather with a teacher to discuss a variety of topics and to put the English they have been learning through the week to use. Students interact with each other, listening and responding to what they say, exactly as they will do in real life.

It is also a fun way to finish the week!

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Course price

Course:
Best of Bristol 45+
Course Dates:
16 Jun 2025 - 27 Jun 2025
Course Fee:
£1,104.00
Course Administration fee
£62.00
Total: £1,166.00
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International House rhythm rainbow
International House rhythm rainbow
SS Great Britain

Social Programme

Our social activities give you the chance to practise your speaking skills, make friends from around the world and have fun while exploring a new city and a new country
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Things to do in Bristol

Still not convinced? Explore the numerous amount of things to see and do in Bristol to make the most of your stay. When we say there is something for everyone, we mean it!
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Intensive English

30 classes per week, mornings and afternoons. Ideal for those who want to take their study to the next level amongst nationalities from all over the world.
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Accommodation in Bristol

Whether you are looking for full immersion in the English language and culture, with homestay or you need your own space to decompress after a hard days study in residence, we've got you covered.