Hogmanay & english courses

Improve your English while experiencing the magic of the festive season in Edinburgh, capital of Scotland.

Course Format

20 lessons with a daily social activity

Course objectives

By the end of this course you will have:

Experienced Scotland's Hogmanay festival of parties, music and fireworks
 Witnessed the beauty of the Scottish festive season and enjoy Scottish hospitality
Improved your communication skills in English

Situated as it is in the very north of the British Isles, Scotland conjures up an image of dreamy white Christmases and romantic burning fires. Christmas here is a relaxed affair as people save their energy for the world famous Hogmanay Festival (New Year Festival).

In Edinburgh we combine ancient with modern as we invite you to join us in Europe's biggest Hogmanay party with music, dancing, and street theatre, an unforgettable torchlight procession leading to the National Monument on Calton Hill, spectacular fireworks which font the famous Edinburgh skyline and light up the Castle - and to experience a unique start to the year.

The course is suitable for those who wish to improve their English while discovering all of the magic and beauty of the festive season in Scotland. The programme is designed to be communicative and fun. The focus is on the culture and traditions of Hogmanay in Scotland. It offers an extensive social programme with activities every day. The price is inclusive of homestay accommodation, social programme and tuition. This programme will appeal to anyone who has an interest in experiencing the famous Scottish New Year.

Available at:

Edinburgh