Ascot: A Royal and Relaxing Place to Learn English
If you are looking for a place to learn English in the UK, you might want to consider Ascot, a town in Berkshire that is famous for its racecourse and its royal connections. It is located about 25 miles west of London, and 6 miles south of Windsor, the former official residence of Queen Elizabeth II which is open to the public and offers guided tours of its exhibitions and gardens.
The town owes its fame and fortune to Queen Anne, who founded the Ascot Racecourse in 1711, after spotting the potential for a racecourse on Ascot Heath. The first race was held on August 11, 1711, and was attended by the Queen and several members of the court. Since then, Ascot has been hosting the Royal Ascot meeting every year in June, which is one of the most prestigious and glamorous events in the British social calendar.
Not only for race-lovers!
It would take several weeks to see all of London, but the main sights can be covered in a shorter time. The cosmopolitan hub of London, the West End, has a huge choice of eating, drinking and entertainment options for all budgets that reflect this community’s diversity and welcoming atmosphere of differing nationalities.
For entertainment, it is worth visiting Sketch, with its eye-opening blend of traditional and Clockwork Orange futuristic decor and furnishings. Or step into Siberia at Belowzero’s Absolut Icebar, a bar made entirely of ice, to order an exuberant vodka cocktail.
For fashionistas and sports lovers
It began in the 1960s when Carnaby Street was an advert for ‘swinging London’. Today Carnaby Street still contains many stores, but new fashion districts have emerged, like the Kings Road and Camden Town, upmarket Bond Street, and the ever-popular Oxford Street.
For fashionistas and sports lovers
Sports lovers are spoilt for choice in London, host to the world-famous lawn-tennis tournament in Wimbledon, five Premiership football teams, Lord’s, and the Oval cricket grounds and the 2012 Olympic Games.
Discover Schools in Ascot
ECI Juniors – St George's Ascot
Founded in 1877, St George’s Ascot is a prestigious boarding and day school located in the charming town of Ascot, Berkshire—just under 25 miles from London and close to attractions like Windsor Castle, Oxford, and Thorpe Park.
- Juniors 11+/Max Class size 15
- July
- English
