Twickenham, London and Excursions
Twickenham
Twickenham has plenty to see and do, with shops, art galleries, museums, historic houses, wide open spaces and, of course, the famous rugby stadium nearby which has a museum and tours. Eel Pie Island is well-known as the residence of famous pop musicians, and local pubs and theatres often feature live bands, or you can relax with a 'pint' at a waterside pub.
Nearby you can visit Henry VIII's palace at Hampton Court, the world-famous Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew and Richmond Park, the biggest in London.
London
It would be impossible to describe all London's attractions here: the city has some of the most famous sights in the whole world, but also an almost endless variety of less-well-known locations. Old streets, historic churches and grand state buildings contrast with cutting-edge (and controversial) modern architecture. Prestigious old museums compete with funky modern attractions such as the London Eye and the Tate Modern gallery. Centuries of tradition, from the uniformed guards outside Buckingham Palace to the 'mother of all Parliaments' beneath the chimes of Big Ben, are to be found in one of the most multicultural cities in the world.
You can find out about London in depth in our Guide for students. Click here to read about London in the LAL London Guide.
LAL Leisure Programme
To help you get the most out of your time in London, we can advise you on places to visit. We also run events and excursions at reasonable prices. Below is an example leisure programme for 2011.
| Daytime | Evening |
Monday | Introductory Tour Showing new students the key places in Twickenham. | Welcome Evening A chance for new and old students to get to know each other at a selection of local pubs. |
Tuesday | Hampton Court Palace King Henry VIII's palace close to Twickenham is a Tudor gem full of history. | Pizza Night Enjoy a pizza and a chat at the school. |
Wednesday | River Cruise A sightseeing trip by boat down the River Thames to Kingston. |
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Thursday | British Museum Discover one of the world's best collections of artefacts from around the globe and spanning thousands of years | Central London Explore the capital after the crowds have gone home. |
Friday | Orleans House View the collection's of Twickenham's fine art gallery. | Bike Ride Take a bike into Richmond Park and enjoy the views over London. |
Saturday | London Sightseeing A tour of the top highlights of Britain's capital and a chance for a photograph in front of iconic views. |
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