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15th January 2019Your stay in the UK living in the UK, mobile phone by Lewis School

Getting a UK mobile phone and UK SIM card

Mobile Phones All students coming to the UK will require a mobile phone. Rather than using their foreign SIM, it can be cheaper to buy a pre-paid UK SIM card. Phone packages can be: Pay Monthly. You sign a contract for a minimum period, usually 12 or 18 months. You choose a suitable tariff (price …

15th January 2019Your stay in the UK drive in the UK, living in the UK by Lewis School

Driving in the UK for the first time

Driving in the UK: tips for students If you wish to drive in the UK, it is very important that you understand your legal requirements and the procedures that you must follow. You must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. If you hold a driving licence issued outside Great Britain, you …

15th January 2019Your stay in the UK bank account, living in the UK by Lewis School

How to open a bank account in the United Kingdom?

Opening a Bank Account Normally, to open a bank account as an international student, you have to be enrolled on a course for at least six months. You will need to take to the bank: your passport evidence of your UK address a letter of acceptance from the school confirming your address in your home …

14th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Eton, Windsor by Lewis School

Windsor, over 900 years of history

Home to the royals at Windsor Castle Windsor is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Eton and lies to the west of London. The modern town is dominated by Windsor Castle, standing on the outcrop of chalk on which William I the Conqueror (reigned 1066–87) built the original fortress. Home to …

14th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Visit Oxford by Lewis School

Why everyone should visit Oxford?

The University of Oxford Home to one of the world’s most elite academic institutions. The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world. It is thought that it began in the 12th century and by the middle of the 13th century, there was an established University in Oxford. At this time, most …

Clifton Suspension-Bridge - Welcome to Bristol England

14th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Visit Bristol by Lewis School

Welcome to Bristol, a modern European city with an historic past

Welcome to Bristol Bristol is rich in history, but is also a modern and vibrant city, and the biggest in South-West England. The city centre combines the historic charm of the old city with its medieval churches, castle ruins and bustling farmers markets with Bristol’s main retail area. It has been a port for a …

13th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Visit Winchester by Lewis School

Visit Winchester, one of England’s finest historical cities

Winchester is a stunning medieval city Winchester is a small, beautiful, historic city that was the capital of England during the 10th and early 11th centuries. From world class attractions and architecture, unrivaled shopping and delicious dining, to countryside trails for walking and cycling – there’s plenty to do in and around Winchester. Art and …

13th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Visit Dorset by Lewis School

Explore Bournemouth’s coastline: golden, sandy beaches

Explore Bournemouth’s coastline Bournemouth is one of the best seaside resorts in the south of England, with seven miles of golden, sandy beaches. It’s very popular and very busy on hot, sunny days! As well as swimming and sunbathing, visitors enjoy water sports such as speed boating. The sea front also has an excellent aquarium …

10th January 2019Your stay in the UK living in the UK, travel guide by Lewis School

Student Travel Guide

If you’re a student heading to Southampton for the first time and want to know what to expect, this article is for you. Trains You can find times and prices at National Rail Enquiries (www.nationalrail.co.uk; tel. 0845 47 48 49). Basic Ticket Types Single Day Return Saver Return (return in one month) Most tickets are …

9th January 2019Days Out Guide Cities in England, Days Out Guide, Visit London by Lewis School

Visit London, the greatest city in the world!

London is one of the world’s great cities – some say the greatest! It was the Romans who first built the square mile now known as the City of London, which is the financial centre. Now 2,000 years later, it is the biggest city in Western Europe and has an economy that is larger than …

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