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The Bulletin Board
United Kingdom / EF Class of 25
In the spotlight
Upcoming EF Regional Meetups
Farewell Event - Manchester
More details coming soon.
All good things must come to an end, but that doesn't make it any less sad!
Join us in Manchester for a fun-filled activity with your EF classmates. Enjoy a spot of lunch and spend the day reminiscing over your favourite memories on your exchange!
Share your final goodbyes with one another and don't forget to exchange numbers/socials/emails with each other to stay in touch.
The EF team will miss you a lot - thank you for being a wonderful Class of 25! 💙🌍✨
Farewell Event - Manchester
24th May
Farewell Event - London
More details coming soon.
All good things must come to an end, but that doesn't make it any less sad!
Join us in London for a fun-filled activity with your EF classmates. Enjoy a spot of lunch and spend the day reminiscing over your favourite memories on your exchange!
Share your final goodbyes with one another and don't forget to exchange numbers/socials/emails with each other to stay in touch.
The EF team will miss you a lot - thank you for being a wonderful Class of 25! 💙🌍✨
Farewell Event - London
25th May
EF Explores - where will you go?
Click on the destination to view our hints, tips and travel advice.
North UK
- Delamere Forest
- Donna Nook
- Heights of Abraham
- Knowsley Safari Park
- Lancaster
- Port Sunlight Village
- Sheffield
- Stamford
South UK
Happy exploring!! 🌍🚂😎
Explore the UK!
View all of our suggested itineraries for destinations around the UK.
EF Discovery Tour - Scotland
The time is nearing for this much anticipated Discovery Tour to bonny Scotland! For those of you attending, we hope you're excited. If you aren't joining us on this trip, remember to check out all of our EF Explores itineraries for day trip ideas to a range of UK cities
Starting in Edinburgh, you'll be exploring the city's historic, cobblestone streets. Did you know that today's Edinburgh is actually built on top of the old city?! As you're exploring the streets, remember you're walking on top of ancient streets and buildings below!
You'll see sights like Edinburgh Castle and Calton Hill, climb Arthur's Seat and visit the National Museum of Scotland. A day trip out of the city will take you to Stirling Castle and Loch Katrine.
After a few days in Edinburgh, the tour will venture out to Glencoe and the West Highlands for a night, finishing with exploring Glasgow and visiting the National Bagpipe Centre amongst other things!
Scotland is a beautiful place, but it's known for being chilly. Remember to pack lots of layers and warm clothes, a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for all the walking you'll be doing!
EF Discovery Tour - Scotland
12-19 April
EF Explores
Explore Bristol
Located in the south west of England, Bristol is a young, vibrant and exciting city, particularly lovely in the Spring sunshine!
Famous for it's awe-inspiring Clifton Suspension Bridge and graffiti lined streets, Bristol is a guaranteed exciting place to explore. Can you spot any of Banksy's famous pieces on the streets? Take a walking tour to see them!
Consider yourself a foodie? Visit the multitude of restaurants or food-markets for a tasty treat and make sure you take a peaceful walk past the castle ruins.
Click here to download our suggested itinerary.
Explore Bristol
Use our suggested itinerary to explore this bright and vibrant city, home to graffiti artist Banksy!
Visit Seven Sisters
The Seven Sisters are a series of chalk sea cliffs on the English Channel coast, and are a stretch of the sea-eroded section of the South Downs range of hills in south-east England.
As you might have guessed there are dips between each cliff, 7 to be precise, which have given it the name 'The Seven Sisters'. There are walks of varying length, so depending on how much time you have and how quickly you walk, you'll need to plan your route carefully!
Click here to view and download a full itinerary.
Visit The Seven Sisters
This cliff-top walk on the south-east coast will take your breath away, and not just because of the stunning views!
Explore Stamford & Burghley House
Stamford is a pretty market town in the centre of England. It's cobblestone street and stunning buildings are steeped in history. But that's not all, there are some delightful independent shops and restaurants offering delicious meals.
The town is also home to Burghley House, a stunning historic country home, the site of many period drama filmsets. Not to mention it's sprawling grounds with secret gardens and will deer!
Click here to download our suggested itinerary.
Explore Stamford
This quaint English town, not far from Cambridge, is not one to miss!
Visit Heights of Abraham
Cable cars, viewpoints and hilltop restaurants? What a fun day out!
Located in Matlock Bath, the Heights of Abraham offers underground tours, ancient woodlands and untold history. Take the cable car up and across the stunning Derwent Valley and end the afternoon in a cosy tea shop in the town of Matlock Bath.
Click here to view and download more information.
Visit Heights of Abraham
A fascinating 60-acre historic hilltop park for you to explore.
Join in the EF Community
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.
Quick links
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!