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The Bulletin Board
United Kingdom / EF Class of 25
In the spotlight
Upcoming EF Regional Meetups
EF Peak District & Afternoon Tea
The Peak District is a National Park in the north of England. Home to scenic rolling hills and tranquil sunsets, it is no surprise that it is one of the most popular locations for hiking in the country!
Join us on September 28th for a stunning 8km hike followed by a well deserved traditional British afternoon tea.
- When? Saturday, September 28th at 10.30am
- Where? Heathersage, Derbyshire
EF in the Peak District
28th September
EF Bath - Kayaking
With over 2000 years of history, the beautiful city of Bath is waiting for you to explore all that it has to offer.
For this EF Regional Meetup, experience the city from a unique angle on the River Avon. Glide under ancient bridges, observe the local wildlife and end your day exploring the cobbled streets after warming up post-kayak.
- When? Saturday, September 28th at 13.50
- Where? Original Wild, Victoria Bridge Rd, Bath, BA2 3FL
EF in Bath
28th September
EF York - Harry Potter Tour
With it's streets said to be the main inspiration for Diagon Alley and other key locations in Harry Potter, York is definitely worth a visit!
For this EF Regional Meetup, join us and your fellow Class of 25 students for a special Harry Potter walking tour. Visit magical set locations, explore themed shops and get a real feel for the Potter universe. You can also spend as much of your own time exploring before and after.
EF in York (Harry Potter Tour)
19th October
EF Cambridge University & King's College Tour
Steeped in academia, the city of Cambridge offers plenty to see and do with independent shops, cute cafes and awe-inspiring architecture.
For this EF Regional Meetup, join us and your fellow Class of 25 students as we take a guided tour through the streets of Cambridge, which are lined with the 32 colleges that make up the university. As an added bonus, you will go inside King's College, founded in 1441 and recognised for it's iconic chapel!
EF in Cambridge
19th October
EF Explores
Explore Canterbury
There are so many places to visit in the UK, and Canterbury is one of those hidden gems.
Steeped in history, the cobbled streets of the city have that truly British feel. If you are based in Ramsgate or Margate, it's only a short train ride away. For those of you further afield, Canterbury is still accessible and well worth the day out. Why not arrange for a group of you and your classmates to take a day trip involving a traditional boat trip through the city, delicious food and a spot of shopping?
Click here to download our suggested itinerary.
Explore Canterbury
Use our suggested itinerary and see a new part of the UK!
Visit Durdle Door, Dorset
Arguably one of the most picturesque and photographed landmarks in the UK, Durdle Door is only a stone's throw away from Weymouth and Poole, two of our major EF hubs.
Accessible via train and bus, we suggest taking a picnic with you on a warm day and even your swimming things if you're feeling extra brave. Not one to be missed, make sure you get some scenic photos looking down onto the arch and make your friends at home jealous!
Click here to view and download a full itinerary.
Visit Durdle Door
Picnic and a swim, anyone?
Explore Sheffield
Once an industrial nothern city, Sheffield is now a bustling, modern cityscape nestled against the Peak District National Park.
If you're looking for a new place to explore with a multitude of things to do, then this is the place to go. Visit the National Videogame Museum, grab lunch at Kelham Island, home to various street food vendors and shop 'till you drop in the independent stores on offer. And shopping doesn't take your fancy why not book onto a street art walking tour to discover the colourful streets of Sheffield!
Click here to download our suggested itinerary.
Explore Sheffield
Read our itinerary and discover this popular northern UK city!
Visit Delamere Forest
Woodlands and forests are a popular day out in the UK and in particular, Delamere Forest offers an abundance of activities to do.
Whether you're into hiking and want to explore the forest by foot, or prefer a higher viewpoint on the treetop adventure course (GoApe), there's no doubt you'll have an exciting day out. Take some friends, a picnic and a sense of adventure and make the most of the English countryside!
Click here to view and download more information.
Visit Delamere Forest
Hiking, mountain biking, swinging through the trees and even Segway tours?!
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EF Student Recognition Award
Do you know an EF student who you believe deserves to be recognised?
Whether it's because they have gone above and beyond to support a friend, because they have been a positive force or huge help at home or at school, or because they have simply done something cool that you think they should be acknowledged for, you can nominate them to receive an EF Student Recognition Award.
Click here to nominate an EF student!
EF Student Recognition Award
Nominate Your Classmates
EF UK Host Family Recognition Award
Has your host family gone above and beyond to make you feel at home? Or perhaps there's something really special that you want to share about them to let them know how much you enjoy and appreciate staying with them?
Well, we want to know about it! Nominate them for the UK Host Family Recognition Award and they could be in with the chance of winning a prize, courtesy of you!
Click here to nominate your host family.
EF Host Family Recognition Award
Nominate Your Host Family
Takeover our Instagram
Do you want to share your EF Exchange Story with the world? Now is your chance to takeover the UK or Irish EF Instagram accounts!
Takeovers are usually 7 days long and involve sharing daily stories about your real life experience on exchange, including but not limited to:
- Your commute and daily habits
- Your host family, home and room
- Your school life and study habits
- Friends and tips on meeting people
- Activities and travel
- Food and meals
- Challenges and how you've overcome them
- Question and answers, quizzes, polls
Click here to sign up for a takeover now!
Instagram Takeover
Share your EF Exchange Story
Take your exchange to the next level
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Join the In-Country Ambassador Team
- Share your story and continue to live the most memorable experiences of your year so far
- Be a role model: Inspire others to go on exchange & make an impact on someone elses life and the future of our world
- Expand your international network by entering a global & diverse community
- Participate in personal & professional development activities & events
- Be part of monthly projects and competitions such as Instagram Takeovers, webinars, photo competitions, etc.
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EF Discovery Tours
Make room in your agenda! This one you don't want to miss out.
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Become the face of our programme
Inspire future exchange students with your photos, videos and stories.
EF Class of 25 Gallery
Tag @efexchangeyear_uk to get featured: Engage with the EF family by using the hashtags #efexchangeyear and #efclassof25 when posting on social. Inspire the next class of exchange students and share your favorite exchange moments with the global exchange community.
Stay in touch
If you haven't already, make sure to join the CO25 WhatsApp Group. We'll send important updates here and you will be able to interact with the UK team and your classmates!