Explore and meet new people
During your stay in Liverpool studying and learning English is important, but it is also important to have fun and make lots of friends and happy memories. We have a fantastic Social Programme that allows you to explore the city and the UK whilst meeting new people. Many of our activities are free or low-cost and you can join as many as you like.
We have made some self-guided activity packs in the self-guided tours section below for you to download and take with you while you explore Liverpool. You may need a face covering in certain venues so please bring something with you.
Music & Theatre
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The Beatles Story
Price: £15
When: Afternoons
Join us for an atmospheric journey into the life, times, culture and music of the Beatles. With lots of fun and surprising interactive features students of all ages can enjoy learning about four ‘lads’ from Liverpool who shook the world.
The British Music Experience
Price: £15
When: Afternoons
This exciting new museum is full of iconic memorabilia and interactive displays showing British music from the past 60 years.
The Beatles Tour
Price: £15
When: Afternoons
The Magical Mystery Tour bus takes you around all of the places associated with the Beatles. It’s a fun and exciting trip where you can learn more about the ‘Fab 4’ and see some more of Liverpool at the same time.
Live Music at the Cavern
Price: Spending money for drinks
When: Afternoons
The Beatles played at the Cavern 292 times and now it hosts a wide variety of local bands and singers for you to enjoy. Come and join us there for a drink and some great live music.
Concerts at the Philharmonic Concert Hall
Price: Varies
When: Evenings
Here at the home of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society they have a great selection of musical shows for you to enjoy, from classical to contemporary it’s a great evening of excellent music.
Plays at the Everyman and the Playhouse
Price: Varies
When: Evenings
We like to make the most of the cultural events that Liverpool has to offer so you can join us to see a play or show at one of the theatres in Liverpool.
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Price: Varies
When: Evenings
We like to make the most of the cultural events that Liverpool has to offer so you can join us to see a play or show at one of the theatres in Liverpool.
Art & Culture
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The Walker Art Gallery
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
The Walker Art Gallery holds one of the finest collections of fine and decorative art in Europe. You can discover over six centuries of art at the national gallery of the north.
Tate Liverpool
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
Here you can explore one of Britain’s finest collections of modern art where everybody can find something they love and maybe even something they hate. Based at the famous Albert Docks it’s a great opportunity to explore this area with your classmates.
The Maritime Museum
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
Here you can learn all about Liverpool’s maritime history and what helped make Liverpool such a great city. It’s full of interesting information, interactive displays, pictures, paintings and models.
The World Museum
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
The World Museum combines historic treasures from across the globe with the latest interactive technology. You can focus on an area which interests you, such as nature and wildlife, ancient Egypt, dinosaurs, transport, the aquarium, space and much more.
The Museum of Liverpool
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
This modern museum is split into four main areas, the Great Port, Global City, People’s Republic, and Wondrous Place. Here you can learn about the history and importance of Liverpool and enjoy the lovely views of the river Mersey that the museum looks out on.
The Bluecoat
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
The Bluecoat is a Grade I listed, 300 year old building which offers a year-round programme of art, literature, music, dance and family activities. The Bluecoat is home to a wide range of artists and creative businesses, ranging from jewellery and ceramic ware to boutique clothing.
Sports & Fitness
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Football
Price: £5
When: Evenings
Come and along and enjoy a game with your new classmates. It’s a great way to keep fit and make some new friends.
Yoga
Price: £5
When: Afternoons
Relax and unwind at our weekly yoga classes. Practice your Cat-Cow and Downward Dog and leave feeling happy and calm.
Liverpool Football Club Stadium
Price: £18
When: Afternoons
Go on a guided tour of the stadium, see the pitch and visit the press room. You can visit the museum, take a selfie with the many cups and medals in the trophy room and learn about the history and heritage of England’s most successful football club.
Manchester United Football Club Stadium
Price: £40
When: Weekends
Visit the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ and explore the biggest football club stadium in the UK. You can learn more about the club’s history and victories in the museum and visit the megastore for some souvenirs.
Cricket*
Price: Free
When: Afternoons
This is a great way to spend a summer afternoon, grab your sunglasses and join us in the park for a game of this traditional English game.
*Please note that this is only available in the Summer
Paintball
Price: £25
When: Weekends
Get yourself kitted out in the latest paintball gear – combat suit, full-head goggles complete with fog-free lens, body armour and the latest semi-automatic paintball gun.
Country Walks*
Price: Bus money (dependant on destination)
When: Weekend
Liverpool is in a perfect location for country walks. We visit some lovely places nearby such as Delamere Forest, Snowdonia and the Lake District, it’s a great way to explore the UK and get some exercise.
*Please note that this is only available in the Summer
Days Out
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Manchester
Price: £18
When: Weekends
Take a guided tour around the cosmopolitan “second capital” of Britain. You can visit the award-winning Museum of Science and Industry, the National Football Museum or one of the many art galleries.
Chester
Price: £10
When: Weekends
Visit the beautiful, ancient city of Chester. Walk the Roman walls, see the magnificent cathedral, take a walk along the river or spend the day doing some shopping.
Lake District
Price: £35
When: Weekends
The Lakes are a great day out and this trip is a brilliant opportunity to see some of the best countryside in the UK.
London
Price: £70
When: Weekends
See the world-famous Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, walk along the banks of the River Thames and see Buckingham Palace. You can watch the street performers in Covent Garden and do some shopping on Oxford Street.
North Wales
Price: £35
When: Weekends
Explore a medieval castle, visit a traditional seaside town and go to a new country all in one day.
Cheshire Oaks
Price: £6
When: Weekends
A great day of retail therapy. There are over 145 discount shops for you to visit selling everything from designer clothing to sportswear and stationary to perfume. Or you can go an see a film at the cinema or play a game of bowling with your friends.
York
Price: £35
When: Weekends
Join us for a great day out in the medieval city of York. You can visit the Gothic cathedral, walk around the walls, have a drink in a traditional English pub or learn about the old days in the city in one of the many museums or attractions.
Nights Out
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Ghetto Golf
Price: £10
When: Evenings*
Set in an old brewery warehouse this is a very unique game of crazy golf. There’s neon graffiti, a street food stall and even a cocktail bar.
*Please note this is an over-18’s only event
Traditional Pub Tour
Price: Spending money for drinks
When: Evenings**
We’re here to show you around the best pubs in the city. In the summer you can enjoy the weather with a cider in a beer garden and in the winter we’ll take you to the warmest cosiest pubs.
**Please note students under 18 may need to leave the activity early depending on the location and their licence restrictions
Restaurant Night
Price: Spending money for food and drinks
When: Evenings
With so many great restaurants to try in the Liverpool it’s very hard for our Social Programme Coordinator to choose where we should go next.
Salsa
Price: Spending money for drinks
When: Evenings
Put on your dancing shoes and join us for some salsa dancing. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an expert you’ll soon be having fun doing all of the moves.
Weekly Social
Price: Spending money for drinks
When: Evenings**
Explore some of the best pubs and bars in Liverpool, get to know your new classmates and make some new friends over a drink.
**Please note students under 18 may need to leave the activity early depending on the location and their licence restrictions
Self-Guided Tours
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