Watch the videos in this section and learn everything you need to know about the UK while improving your language knowledge and skills.

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The life story of a Scottish legend

In this activity you are going to watch a fun video about the life story of Robert Burns, a famous Scot. You will practise your listening skills and then practise making sentences about his life.

Shopping in Great Britain

Have you ever been to Harrods?  This film is all about some of the biggest and most famous department stores in London.  The presenter also visits a smaller specialist shop and talks to the owner.

Future living

Is your home old or modern? Watch this film about where you will be living in the future!

Great cars from Britain

Many world-famous makes of car come from Britain. Watch this film to discover their story and what cars we might be driving in the future.

How laws are made in the UK

How much do you know about how laws are made in England? This introduction will help you to find out more.

The Eden Project in Cornwall

The Eden Project is in on the site of a clay pit in Cornwall, and consists of two enormous domes and an outdoor area. Visitors can learn to live in harmony with their environment.

William and Kate’s home

Would you like to know about Prince William’s home? Watch the film and find out. Then learn some words and grammar for describing your own home.

Duke of York award

The Duke of York Award is given to students who show great achievement in technical education (e.g. design, engineering). The video includes the Duke of York and some students explaining the value of the award. The exercises which follow include a listening task and some vocabulary work.

Prince Charles in Oman

These activities, based on a video of Prince Charles visiting Oman, will help you use the present continuous to describe what is happening at the time of speaking.

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