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Field Trips for Brighton, England

The following are possible destinations and activities; view term calendars for specifics. Dates and exact locations of field trips will be released once students are on-site. Destinations are subject to change.

Students in the fields of flowers in front of Hampton Court Palace.Hampton Court Palace

Step into history while touring this 16th century royal palace! Once home to Henry VIII and the Tudor dynasty, the palace contains extravagantly furnished rooms and is surrounded by 60 acres of stunning gardens. The historic site has also served as a backdrop for many nationally important events, annual festivals, and countless period dramas.

Tower Bridge in London, EnglandLondon

Explore one of the world’s most diverse cities, where history and innovation intersect. We’ll experience firsthand some of London’s most famous attractions. Our day in the capital city will also include a distinctly cultural experience – either afternoon tea (fall) or a West End theatre performance (spring).

A group of people eating Thanksgiving dinner at a table.Thanksgiving Dinner in London*

Fall term only

Celebrate this traditionally American holiday with other USAC England students! Hosted in London, this dinner is a great opportunity to meet other study abroad students, share your own holiday traditions while creating new ones, and recharge before entering the final weeks of teaching in the fall semester.

Other Opportunities to Explore

In addition to USAC-arranged field trips, the host university coordinates a series of day trips and excursions for visiting students, some for an additional fee. Students can opt into these field trips once on-site. Dates and exact locations are at the discretion of the University of Brighton’s Study Abroad office and can vary from semester to semester.

Previous destinations have included:

  • East Sussex
  • Bodiam Castle and Rye

*Additional fee and/or transportation costs will apply; details and registration will be available on-site

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