This month at English in Chester

Lydia and Wickham come to Longbourn. She is as silly as ever and very proud of her success in catching Wickham, but she accidentally lets slip that Darcy was at her wedding.

Watch the final episode of the 1995 BBC series. Sign up with Alice by Wednesday break time.

Do you know the names of the main streets in the city centre? Where can you get your mobile phone repaired? Which is the oldest pub? Is there a good place to get a cup of coffee?

Join the city walk to get to know Chester better. All welcome! Please sign up by the end of Tuesday. Minimum 3 sign ups.

Want to play Badminton with some school friends? Sign up with Alice now!

Develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary and reading skills at this weekly book club.

A2+ level learners are invited to join Lisa's Book Club.

B1+ level learners are invited to join Claire's Book Club.

"Come have a singsong with a refreshing pint in hand and some good company :)".

Enjoy karaoke at the George and Dragon pub with school friends. Find out more on the George & Dragon's Facebook page.

Enjoy casual conversation with school friends and a teacher in a local coffee shop.

Buy your own hot drink (and maybe a piece of cake, too!).

Sign up deadline: end of Thursday 2nd. Minimum 4 sign-ups.

The Friday Uplift is a peer-led confidence, health and well-being group.

The group meet to share problems, generate solutions and learn how to cope well and thrive in a complicated and stressful world. The group is facilitated by David Yardley, a community learning tutor and Colette Jones, a mentor from the local community. The group is open to all and free to drop-in.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful region, including Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Mount.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

All About It - Cheshire Cocktail Company will be filling the Hoole Community Centre courtyard with live music, BBQ and beers... and of course, Rum & Gin tasting inside the Community Hall... with over 80 rums and gins to try!

FREE entry.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful region, including Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Mount.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful country, including Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Stepping Tiger presents...*Special Reggae All-Dayer*!

Stepping Tiger is a world music event run by DJ Ben 'Roman' Haslett. UK live jazz, soul and afrobeat acts will be supported by vinyl DJs playing soul, funk and world music.

Enjoy live Reggae music all day on Bank Holiday Sunday. Under 18s welcome until 9pm.

Buy your tickets in advance from Alice for just £5!

Interview with confidence.

Practise and learn some interview skills with Patsy at this workshop.

Sign up deadline: Tuesday break time.

Providing conversation opportunities for speakers of all levels of English as a second language in Storyhouse. Come, join and converse!

Do you know the names of the main streets in the city centre? Where can you get your mobile phone repaired? Which is the oldest pub? Is there a good place to get a cup of coffee?

Join us on the city walk to get to know Chester better. All welcome! Please sign up by Tuesday lunch time. Minimum 3 sign ups.

Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.

Join the 50+ students on a trip to the Manchester Opera House. Tickets are limited - sign up ASAP to secure your place!

Develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary and reading skills at this weekly book club.

A2+ level learners are invited to join Lisa's Book Club.

B1+ level learners are invited to join Claire's Book Club.

English in Chester have teamed up with Storyhouse to give students and locals alike the opportunity to meet and converse in a fun and social environment. There will be structured, 'speed-dating' style conversation, plus relaxed group chat.

You MUST sign up in advance for this activity. Sign up with Alice by break time on Wednesday 9th.

www.storyhouse.com/event/language-and-culture-exchange.

Chester Racecourse, also known as the Roodee, the oldest racecourse still in use in England. Horse racing at Chester dates back to the early 16th century. Soak up the atmosphere at the City Day, the last meeting of the year. First race is at 13:50 and the last race of the day is at 17:05.

Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day at the gate from £10. See the racecourse website for more information and to book tickets. Under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Play table tennis with school friends.

Tables must be booked early, so sign up with Alice in advance!

Come and join Festival Coffee for their fortnightly Language Exchange!

They meet every other Saturday, 11-12 in Festival Coffee, for informal conversation practice in various languages. An opportunity to meet fellow linguists and travellers and practise in a friendly environment over some delicious coffee and cake.

Find out more information on the Festival Coffee Facebook page.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful region, including Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Mount.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful country, including Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Enjoy some live music from local musicians at Telford's Warehouse on Sunday. The Dead Mares will be hosting the evening.

Music starts at 20:00; be sure to get there early to get a good view!

Pilates aims to strengthen the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and wellbeing.

Pilates was developed by German-born Joseph Pilates, who believed mental and physical health were closely connected.

Conversation Club: join us for an early bird afternoon at a pub beer garden.

Please sign up with Alice in advance - sign up deadline: Monday break time. Minimum sign ups is 4.

At the international food evening come together and share food from all over the world.

Make, or buy, a dish from your native country and share it with school friends. Maybe you'll find a new favourite!

Please sign up with Alice by the end of Monday 13th. Minimum 5 sign ups.

Do you know the names of the main streets in the city centre? Where can you get your mobile phone repaired? Which is the oldest pub? Is there a good place to get a cup of coffee?

Join the city walk to get to know Chester better. All welcome! Please sign up by the end of Tuesday. Minimum 3 sign ups.

Play football with school friends at Goals.

You will need a group of 10-14 students to play. Gather a team and sign up with Alice!

Develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary and reading skills at this weekly book club.

A2+ level learners are invited to join Lisa's Book Club.

B1+ level learners are invited to join Claire's Book Club.

Blitz the belly fat, sculpt your abs and build your core strength using specially designed hoops that enable everyone to hula and more importantly have fun!

Book this class on the Northgate Arena website.

£5.70 with a Leisure Card. Sign up online and collect the card at Northgate Arena.

Join the English in Chester Lunch Club at Chester Market!

Try some of the delicious food the Market has to offer: Thai cuisine, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers and more! Order what you like and enjoy lunch with friends in the Market Hall.

Sign up by Friday break time.

Enjoy a trip to Talacre beach this weekend!

Take a picnic or enjoy fish and chips on the beach.

Sign up deadline: end of Thursday 9th. Minimum 4 sign-ups.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful country, including Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful region, including Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Mount.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful region, including Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Mount.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

The Peak District National Park is in central England. The south is characterised by steep limestone valleys like Dovedale, with its famed stepping stones, and the in the north, the Dark Peak area has dramatic gritstone ridges and stark moorland plateaus like Kinder Scout, the park’s highest point.

Join us on a day trip to the beautiful Peak District! Sign up deadline: end of Thursday 16th. Minimum 5 sign-ups.

Roman Candle welcomes back Blind Boy Paxton to St Mary's Creative Space.

Jerron "Blind Boy" Paxton has earned a reputation for transporting audiences back to the 1920s and making them wish they could stay there for good. Blind Boy Paxton may be one of the greatest multi-instrumentalists that you have not heard of. Yet.

Find out more information and book tickets from Roman Candle's Facebook page.

Want to play Badminton with some school friends? Sign up with Alice now!

Penhaligon's is a British perfume house. It was founded in the late 1860s by William Henry Penhaligon, a Cornish barber who moved to London and who became Court Barber and Perfumer to Queen Victoria.

Meet Alyson from the Chester Penhaligon's store. She will talk about the history of the company and show you some of their beautiful products!

Sign up deadline: Tuesday break time.

Do you know the names of the main streets in the city centre? Where can you get your mobile phone repaired? Which is the oldest pub? Is there a good place to get a cup of coffee?

Join the city walk to get to know Chester better. All welcome! Please sign up by the end of Tuesday. Minimum 3 sign ups.

Providing conversation opportunities for speakers of all levels of English as a second language in Storyhouse. Come, join and converse!

Stepping Tiger is a world music event run by DJ Ben 'Roman' Haslett. UK live jazz, soul and afrobeat acts will be supported by vinyl DJs playing soul, funk and world music. On their first birthday, Stepping Tiger present The Colours That Rise with support from WERKHA, DJ Pablo Blanquito & residents.

"It’s official... 12 months of live showcases - join us in celebrating!".

Find out more information on the Stepping Tiger Facebook page. Book your tickets with Alice!

Develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary and reading skills at this weekly book club.

A2+ level learners are invited to join Lisa's Book Club.

B1+ level learners are invited to join Claire's Book Club.

Enjoy an ice cream and some English chat down by the river. (Wet weather contingency - Common Room!).

Sign up with Alice by Friday break time.

Join us for coffee and cakes at break time and make a donation to a good cause. A great way to get together with other students in the school.

All welcome - no need to sign up, just come along to the Coffee Room.

Chester Racecourse, also known as the Roodee, the oldest racecourse still in use in England. Horse racing at Chester dates back to the early 16th century. Soak up the atmosphere at the Roman Day, the last meeting of the year. First race is at 13:45 and the last race of the day is at 17:15.

Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day at the gate from £12. See the racecourse website for more information and to book tickets. Under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Chester's Largest Music Festival with fun-fair, street food & much more. Bringing Chester's largest music festival to you!

Find out more information and book tickets via Upton Fest 2019's Facebook page.

Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire and dates back to the 13th century. There are over 660 listed buildings in this pretty town which is also the hometown of Charles Darwin.

Enjoy a guided tour from David upon arrival. After a lunch break and at the end of the tour you will be invited to have some tea and cake with David's father.

Places are limited - please sign up early to secure your place. Sign up deadline: Thursday 23rd. Minimum 4 sign-ups required.

// ALEXANDER'S LIVE, LOUD & LOCAL 2019 FESTIVAL // ALL DAY // ALL NIGHT // BBQ // Drinks Offers.

Alexander's are celebrating some of the best talent of the North West & North Wales. A blend of Folk & Americana on the Courtyard acoustic stage and a mix of Psych, Rock & Indie on the Garden Stage, with an afterparty inside from 10 'til late.

Find out more information and book tickets on the Alexander's Facebook page.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful country, including Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Join the Busybus tour of this beautiful country, including Llandudno, Conwy, Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

"Hatha yoga is a branch of yoga that emphasizes physical exercises to master the body along with mind as well as exercises to withdraw it from external objects.".

Classes are at 18:00-19:30 or 20:00-21:30. Find out more information and sign up at www.brioleisure.org.

£7.80 with a Leisure Card. Sign up online and collect the card at Northgate Arena.

Join in the discussion at the monthly English in Chester focus group. A great way to practise your English and provide feedback for the school in an informal setting. Come to discuss your opinions and ideas! At this month's focus group we will be discussing homestays - what do you like to do with yours? Are there any activities you would like to do with other students and your homestay? Let us know!

Sign up with Alice in advance - sign up deadline: Monday lunch time.

Drinks and snacks will be provided!

Do you know the names of the main streets in the city centre? Where can you get your mobile phone repaired? Which is the oldest pub? Is there a good place to get a cup of coffee?

Join the city walk to get to know Chester better. All welcome! Please sign up by the end of Tuesday. Minimum 3 sign ups.

Little Shop of Horrors is a rock musical comedy horror! It is about a geeky florist shop worker who finds out his Venus flytrap can speak. Enjoy an evening trip to the Storyhouse theatre in Chester.

Join the 50+ students on a trip to Storyhouse. Tickets are limited - sign up ASAP to secure your place!

Develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary and reading skills at this weekly book club.

A2+ level learners are invited to join Lisa's Book Club.

B1+ level learners are invited to join Claire's Book Club.

Join the English in Chester baking workshop with Jenny.

This month we'll be making Welsh Cakes. Welsh cakes, also known as griddle cakes or bakestones, are traditional in Wales. They have been popular since the late 19th century.

Enjoy these sweet treats at this workshop.

Sign up deadline: end of Wednesday 29th. Minimum 4 sign ups.

Trying to get that job you've always wanted? Come and practice your job interview techniques and vocabulary at the Job Skills Workshop.

Sign up deadline: end of Thursday 30th.

Karaoke Night at The Saddle Inn! Hosted by Mark Welsh. Enjoy drinks offers and a great atmosphere.

"Get Outa Your Shower & Into The Saddle!".