More than 2,000 English language students had an unforgettable evening at an event co-hosted by English UK and corporate member Lost in London.

In the UK, our public holidays are called Bank Holidays, even though they have never been for bank workers only. Few holidays have fixed dates as most are held on Mondays.

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Every week, we summarise the news to give you some insight into what is happening in Britain, and what people are talking about.

Get up-to-date with British news and culture with English UK
Every week, we summarise the news to give you some insight into what is happening in Britain, and what people are talking about.

August is the time when British people try to get away to the seaside, either for a holiday or a weekend. We have our own traditions about seaside holidays so here are ten useful things to know.