Arcadia England

How would you like to experience some real British hospitality, home cooked meals and see life inside a British home, for free?

Meeting the locals can be difficult. HOST UK is your opportunity to experience British hospitality for free. HOST UK is a charity that provides international students with the opportunity to spend a weekend inside a British home and is available to all students studying through Arcadia in England and Wales.

Arcadia pays the application fee for you, while you only have to cover your travel expenses. Simply tell HOST your travel budget when you apply.

Those who take part in a HOST homestay say what a fantastic experience it is. See for yourself. Here are some quotes from Arcadia students that have taken part in the past. Want to apply or know more? Go to the HOST UK website and apply - make sure you select Arcadia as your institution.

I learned much more about British food traditions and really enjoyed experiencing the English countryside and the small and beautiful towns dotted around it. It is a great way to get away from the university pressures and relax and be a guest in someone’s home. You can learn a lot about the British culture through your HOST family and gain new experiences. I really appreciated the hospitality my HOST family provided me and all the effort they went to for meals and providing activities to do.

I loved Sandy and Dennis’ cats- they had four, and we played with them all the time! Both nights, guests came over, and we had a great time talking about life in the village and eating British food that I’ve only heard about on TV! VERY wonderful weekend!

Sometimes, it’s hard to get a true feel for British culture, especially if you are living in self-catered dorms (as I am). Going on this visit enabled me to see daily British life, taste (amazing) traditional British food, and enjoy the company of a British family! You really gain a deeper understanding of the people, culture, and traditions of this country, and I think that is wonderful! Also, it’s a great opportunity to see areas of the UK where you would not normally have gone (i.e., the less touristy, but no less beautiful, sites). This has been one of the best, most memorable weekends in the UK for me, and I would strongly encourage it!

If you are interested in taking part in the HOST homestay during your time with us, please register your interest. When asked for your institution make sure you put Arcadia University London Study Centre, and we will take it from there!