London at Leisure: Three Great Squares
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- Start Date: 16 Sep 2025End Date: 30 Sep 2025Tue (Daytime): 14:30 - 16:30In PersonFull fee £89.00 Senior fee £71.00 Concession £58.00
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What is the course about?
London’s Squares have long been a feature of the urban landscape, they come in all shapes and sizes – not just square! We take an in-depth look at three of London’s Greatest. Each week we examine at the history, personalities & cultural heritage of London through a gentle walk around each unique area.
What will we cover?
Trafalgar Square
Leicester Square
Russell Square.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Evaluate the significance of Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square & Russell Square
Explain the basic history of each square, identifying monuments and key points in history.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No particular skills are required ut an ability to participate in a gentle walk in the open air.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Through a series of 3 walks.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
No other costs. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Eleanor will run a wide series of walks in the 25/26 academic year - please see the London Walks are of the website for further details.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.