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Lauren had arrived a few days earlier for a solo adventure in London (brave!) and joined me at the airport to welcome the others, holding up the sign for all to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Once the group came through, we met our bus driver at the same spot as last year. I handed out welcome gifts to everyone\u2014a little gesture to mark the start of the journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The driver, who had assumed the group was Icelandic, had come armed with a batch of Iceland jokes. Upon learning they were American, he simply grinned and said, \u201cOh well, those jokes were free\u2014no tariffs,\u201d which gave everyone a good laugh and set a cheerful tone for the ride ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike last year\u2019s early 7:00 a.m. arrival, this group touched down around 3:00 p.m.\u2014so they were pretty lively as the bus meandered its way through the lush green countryside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Brighton\u2014especially the Royal Pavilion in all its exotic splendor\u2014drew gasps, and as we pulled up to the Old Ship Hotel everyone was ready to hit the showers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By the time keys were handed out, it was close to 5:00 p.m., and hunger had officially set in. I asked how long they needed to freshen up before dinner. \u201cAn hour and a half,\u201d they insisted\u2014though clearly that was a theoretical estimate. Lauren and Wiktoria were ready in twenty minutes and joined me for a walk to scope out a dinner spot, and of course see some interesting sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After a quick wander through the Lanes, revisiting a few familiar spots from last year\u2014including the Black Lion, which sadly wasn\u2019t serving food on Monday evenings\u2014we landed on the Pump House as our dinner destination. It had the right mix of character, cozy atmosphere, and most importantly, food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We headed back to the hotel to round up the rest of the crew\u2014ready or not\u2014and led them over for their first proper meal in England. The choice was a hit. Fish and chips won the popularity contest. Keanu must have been really hungry, his plate did not just have one fish, but probably a shoal of fish. Dana got a crash course in British food lingo: fries, chips, and crisps are definitely not<\/em> interchangeable here. Erin took a bold culinary leap and went for the rabbit pie, which she thoroughly enjoyed, and I introduced her to the very British combo of orange juice mixed with lemonade. The food was hearty, the plates were clean, and not a single complaint was made about portion sizes\u2014which, after a long day of travel, felt like a small victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With full bellies, we made our way down to the Palace Pier\u2014and the first stop was ice cream. Despite the evening chill rolling off the coast, Lauren and Dana were undeterred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As the sun was beginning to settle below the horizon, the arcade lit up and pulled the group in like a magnet. They quickly dispersed among the buzzing machines and neon glow. Keanu and Emily dove headfirst into a fierce rivalry, trying to outdo each other on the Speed of Light and basketball games, before doing their own thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lou stuck with the penny pushers, ever hopeful, while Dana and Erin took on the ice puck tables in a whirl of laughter and friendly competition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But the evening\u2019s undisputed champion was Keanu, who hit the jackpot on the Deal or No Deal<\/em> machine\u2014walking away with 200 tickets and a very satisfied grin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One thing that surprised me about this group is how much they love<\/em> to walk. Even after a full day of travel and a visit to the pier, they were still eager to explore. So we wandered into town for a little late-night orientation. The mall, unsurprisingly, was closed\u2014but the streets were still buzzing. Though the shops had shut their doors, the bars, clubs, and convenience stores were wide open, and the students happily ducked into Tesco Express. Their first mini-hauls included fruit, donuts, water, sweets, and\u2014yes\u2014sunscreen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On our way back to the hotel, I led them through the Old Steine to see the fountain, which is already charming by day, but at night becomes something else entirely. With multicolored lights dancing through every spurt of water, it was almost hypnotic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And of course, no night tour would be complete without pausing at the Royal Pavilion. Bathed in soft light, it felt less like a building and more like a story waiting to be told\u2014a perfect end to their very first day in Brighton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Day two started early\u2014very early. The night before, I casually mentioned to the group that I\u2019d be heading out for a walk along the seafront promenade at 5:30 a.m. and that anyone who happened to be up could join. No pressure, especially since we had a full university day ahead and were scheduled to leave the hotel at 8:00 a.m. sharp. Honestly, I didn\u2019t expect any takers. But to my surprise, at 4:25 a.m., Dana messaged to say she was in. So, at 5:30 a.m., off we went. I took her along my usual westward route, with the last hues of sunrise still streaking the sky. The road beside us buzzed with early commuter traffic, but the promenade itself was quiet\u2014just a few joggers and cyclists sharing the stillness. We passed beachcombers sweeping the sand with metal detectors, and city workers clearing away last night\u2019s remnants to make the place sparkle for a new day of visitors. Dana, ever the blog contributor, took every chance to strike a pose\u2014so don\u2019t be surprised if she shows up more than once here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just as I asked, everyone was ready to go at 8:00 a.m.\u2014no reminders needed. I walked the group over to the bus stop to catch the number 25 to the University. As with last year\u2019s crew, this group was quick to point out that all<\/em> the buses here are double deckers, and the moment the fare was paid, they bolted up the stairs to claim their seats on the top deck. (It\u2019s practically a rite of passage.) The fare was \u00a33 per person\u2014no returns, no student discount this time around. Honestly, what happened to student perks? I decided then and there: we\u2019re taking the train back. That said, everyone enjoyed the view from the top deck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We arrived at the University at 8:50 a.m., and this time I actually knew where we were going\u2014no detours necessary. We made it to the School of Education with time to spare, just enough for the group to take a few photos along the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Confidently, I led them to the same room we\u2019d used last year, only to find\u2026 a locked door. No one in sight. Not exactly the warm welcome I had envisioned. Then, Wiktoria, with a slightly amused expression, said, \u201cI thought we started at 10:00?\u201d A quick check of the Padlet schedule confirmed it\u2014our session wasn\u2019t until 10:00 a.m. Cue the collective groans as everyone realized they\u2019d sacrificed a precious hour of sleep. That\u2019s when it hit me: I had been looking at last year\u2019s schedule all along. Ooops!<\/p>\n\n\n\n With time to kill, I wandered them over to the student union coffee shop\u2014only to discover it doesn\u2019t open until noon. Not too surprising, really, since it\u2019s attached to one of the four student bars I mentioned in last year\u2019s blog, and let\u2019s be honest, they\u2019re probably not in the business of serving alcohol at 9:00 a.m. to students. So, we roamed a little more and eventually ended up at the Social Impact Coffee Shop that we passed earlier. We settled in there for a while, grateful for the quiet space and a much-needed caffeine fix, and socializing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the group was fully immersed in learning about their placements, expectations for the two weeks ahead, and the structure of the school system in England. (Side note: while England is part of the United Kingdom, the school systems in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are completely separate\u2014something that often surprises visitors!) They spent time comparing what they learned to their own schooling experiences back in the U.S., as well as what they\u2019ve observed in their UTeach field placements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They also had a guided campus tour and even squeezed in time to browse the university shop for Sussex memorabilia and go for a drink with the professors before heading back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Opting for the train on the way back turned out to be the best decision of the day. A group ticket for the return journey was \u00a325\u2014five pounds cheaper than the bus, and a much smoother ride too. The train ride also added a little variety to their travel experience, view of Brighton from another perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once back in town, the group was determined to make it to the mall before it closed at 6:30 p.m.\u2014no time to waste! I, on the other hand, headed back to the hotel for a quick reset and let them know that I\u2019d be going for another walk at 7:00 p.m. If anyone was up for joining, I\u2019d meet them in the lobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 7:00 p.m., I made my way down to the lobby\u2014not really expecting anyone to show\u2014but to my surprise, there were Lauren, Dana, and Di, ready and waiting. So off we went, with the goal of reaching Brighton Marina. We didn\u2019t quite make it that far, but the walk itself was absolutely stunning, with plenty of photo opportunities along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I had previously warned the group about a rather memorable section of the beach I stumbled upon years ago when I first moved into Brighton as a student\u2014the section of the beach with a sign that read, \u201cclothes need not be worn here.\u201d Let\u2019s just say, it was quite the surprise for younger me. Now, the \u2018Naturist\u2019 section is clearly marked and slightly more secluded, with tall banks of pebbles forming a natural barrier\u2014though it\u2019s still entirely accessible, should one be so inclined. We were not inclined. So we continued our walk a little further before deciding it was time to turn back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the journey back, rather than heading straight up to the road, I decided to take the trio off the beaten path\u2014a winding zig-zag trail framed by interesting vegetation on either side, beginning at the Reading Room, a small, elegant glass pavilion that once offered seaside visitors a quiet space to read, relax, and take in the view. As we climbed a level higher, we came across what looked like the entrance to a large tunnel, its mouth sealed by a tall iron gate. From the outside, it didn\u2019t look particularly promising\u2014more like the way into a dump yard than anything magical. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But just then, a lady sitting casually on the nearby stone wall, book in hand, looked up and asked if we\u2019d like to go in. She explained that this mysterious tunnel was nicknamed the \u201cRabbit Hole\u201d and led to a private garden inspired by Lewis Carroll\u2019s Alice in Wonderland<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n She unlocked the gate, and we followed the tunnel, which had a blue door on the left, and a red door on the right, and we emerged out of the tunnel into a spectacular secret garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From there, we made our way back to the hotel through Kemp Town, a vibrant and eclectic neighborhood that captures a different side of Brighton\u2019s character. Known for its independent shops, caf\u00e9s, and vintage flair, Kemp Town also holds a special place in the city\u2019s heart as a center of LGBTQ+ pride and community. Brighton has long been celebrated as one of the UK\u2019s most inclusive and affirming cities, and that spirit is especially visible here. As we walked along James Street, we passed several of the area\u2019s iconic gay pubs such as The Bulldog, one of Brighton\u2019s longest-running gay bars; Affinity Bar, friendly spot known for its live drag-queen performances and laid-back charm; and The Zone Bar, another friendly bar known for karaoke and themed nights. The whole area has a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that made it easy to see why so many people feel at home in this city. Brighton isn\u2019t just a place to visit\u2014it\u2019s a place where people have found the freedom to truly be themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While we were out walking, the rest of the group had their own evening plans. Emily and Erin opted for a quiet night in and practically stayed tucked away in their room, while Lou, Wiktoria, Keanu, and Mason set off to explore the local pub and club scene. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I can only hope they don\u2019t stay out too late\u2014because tomorrow marks the first of our three school visits, and we are definitely<\/em> leaving at 8:00 a.m. sharp for a 9:00 a.m. start. I\u2019ve checked the schedule twice this time\u2014no repeat of the classic Day 2 mistakes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today marked our very first school visit\u2014Cardinal Newman Catholic School, which last year was the second school we visited as part of this course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike last year, there were no taxis lined up waiting to whisk us away\u2014we took the bus blending in (somewhat) with the morning crowd, and the school kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Riding alongside actual school kids was an experience in itself. I wasn\u2019t quite sure where to get off, but thankfully, a kind Year 10 kid I was seated next to signaled when it was our stop so we wouldn\u2019t miss it. Small gestures of kindness\u2014so appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our visit began with a lovely tour of the school, and this year\u2019s highlight was an unexpected gem: we observed a forestry class deep in the woodlands behind the school. We saw kids chopping wood, starting a fire, prepping to boil water for tea and cook noodles\u2014all while learning about forest maintenance and survival skills, and still wearing their school uniforms. Only in England!<\/p>\n\n\n\n We also had the privilege of attending a school assembly, where both kids and teachers gave inspiring talks\u2014an energizing way to begin the day and truly reflective of the school\u2019s welcoming and caring spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The rest of the day was equally well-organized. Our group was split into four, rotating through different year groups: Years 7, 8, 9, 10, and 12 (roughly Grades 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11 in the U.S. system). Years 11 and 13 (Grades 10 and 12) were off on exam leave, only coming in for their national assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The school visit task was designed to be purposeful\u2014each student had a workbook of tasks to guide their experience. They were asked to gather observational data, interact with the kids, and explore how they were learning math and science concepts\u2014data they\u2019ll later discuss back at the university. They were also tasked with identifying the pedagogies teachers were using, and paying attention to how those teachers interacted with kids throughout the lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The interactions our students had with the school kids were quite entertaining\u2014and revealing. Questions like, \u201cIs it true you have to learn the names of all 50 states and their capitals at school?\u201d<\/em> or \u201cCan you name them?\u201d<\/em> came up. One even asked, \u201cDo you have a lawn?\u201d<\/em>\u2014a question that made us all smile. The kids were equally curious about why we were there and what exactly the American students were doing in England.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everyone got to be in both math and science classes. And yes\u2014just like last year\u2014the group was once again gobsmacked that organic chemistry is taught at the high school level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My personal takeaway from Cardinal Newman Catholic School this year was its clear and intentional message of equity and inclusivity. All throughout the school, there were posters, signs, and displays that acknowledged and celebrated people\u2019s differences\u2014encouraging tolerance, kindness, and acceptance. I honestly don\u2019t know how I missed these messages last year. Were they always there? Or am I just noticing them now because I\u2019ve been thinking more deeply about those who might be impacted by the ways such messages are fading in parts of the United States? Either way, it left me reflecting on how schools can quietly\u2014but powerfully\u2014shape a culture of compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The school experience at the Cardinal Newman Catholic School officially ended for us at 3:15 p.m., even though the school day wrapped up at 15:05. I let the group know we\u2019d be walking back to the hotel\u2014it was a 36-minute walk straight from the school, compared to a 39-minute bus ride plus<\/em> waiting time and<\/em> the walk from the bus stop. It just made sense (and besides I needed to get my steps in today having missed the morning walk).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once we arrived back in the town center, Dana and Emily headed off for a bit of retail therapy, while I took the rest of the group into a classic Brighton Rock shop\u2014always a fun little cultural stop. I left them there to browse and made my way back to the hotel, reminding everyone that tomorrow\u2019s school visit starts earlier, and the bus ride will take 40 minutes, so we\u2019re leaving ahead of today\u2019s schedule. I<\/p>\n\n\n\n As I\u2019m wrapping up this post, photos started coming through on the group chat, giving me a glimpse of what everyone got up to this evening. It looks like Dana, Emily, Erin, Wiktoria, Lauren, and Di spent more time exploring Brighton\u2019s streets and shops, while Mason, Keanu, and Lou found themselves at Honest Burger\u2014and according to Keanu, they had \u201csome of the best burgers\u201d<\/em> of their lives. Not a bad way to end Day 3!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our second school visit took us to Blatchington Mill School\u2014a coeducational secondary school in Hove catering to 11 to 16-year-olds. As with yesterday, we were travelling by bus. We were given clear instructions: catch the 5A or 5B from North Street stop Y, and if we took the 5B, we\u2019d get off at Greyhound Stadium and head in through the Neville Avenue entrance to reception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 5B was already waiting as we rounded the corner onto North Road, so we hopped on. It was packed with school kids and morning commuters, which meant we were scattered all over the place\u2014I noticed the group head upstairs as I purchased the tickets, so I followed. The journey was about 40 minutes, and I took the opportunity to answer a few emails. Luckily, Lauren kept an eye out for our stop and called out when we reached Greyhound Stadium. We all scrambled off the bus\u2014well, most of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It wasn\u2019t until someone asked, \u201cWhere are the rest?\u201d that I realized Mason, Lou, and Erin were still on the bus. We quickly messaged them telling them to get off at the next stop to get to the Neville Avenue entrance and began chasing the bus on foot in the hope of regrouping. Not long after, Erin texted that the three of them had reached reception\u2014but which reception? Turns out, they\u2019d ended up at the other<\/em> entrance of Blatchington Mill. So, naturally, we made our way there too and found Erin, Mason, and Lou waiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We were soon joined by our host, Bonnie Hall, who walked us back across the school to the original reception, where we were officially greeted by Professor Simon Thompson, Head of the School of Education and Social Science at the University of Sussex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once we were all settled, Bonnie Hall welcomed us with refreshments and had arranged a thoughtful 40-minute program of presentations. We began with an overview of Blatchington Mill itself, followed by a presentation from the Head of Science, who shared insights into how the science department had navigated post-COVID challenges. It was encouraging to hear how they\u2019ve managed to raise student achievement in recent years. Next, a pair of math teachers presented on strategies and successes in their subject, highlighting collaborative learning and targeted interventions that had helped students bounce back academically after the disruptions of the pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following the presentations, we were given a tour of the school, led by student teachers who are currently completing their Apprentice Teaching placements (known as PGCE \u2013 Post Graduate Certification of Education) at Blatchington Mill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We split into three smaller groups, each heading off in different directions. I went with Emily and Keanu, and while I wasn\u2019t able to take many photos\u2014since the school was full of students going about their day\u2014I did manage to snap a picture of the canteen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Emily\u2019s reaction to the food options was priceless. She was genuinely surprised by the variety, noting that it was more like what you’d expect at university, not a secondary school. And then we learned that students paid for their meals using their thumbprint<\/em>! That little detail alone sparked so many comparisons to the cafeteria experiences back home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our tour took us through several parts of the school, including the Design and Technology classrooms, some lively Science labs, and the temporary Food Technology area. We learned that last year, in January, the Food Technology department suffered significant damage due to an arson incident. As a result, they\u2019ve had to relocate to two temporary classrooms housed in a hut on school grounds. Despite the circumstances, the resourcefulness and adaptability of the staff and students were clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After the tours were wrapped up, we all reconvened in the teacher training room with Bonnie for some light refreshments. It was a great chance to reflect on what we\u2019d seen and share first impressions before splitting off again to observe lessons in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From 11:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m., everyone had the chance to observe\u2014and in some cases, actively participate in\u2014two full lessons. Mason and Di were placed with Year 9 for math during Period 3 and moved on to a Year 10 math class for Period 4. Keanu, Emily, Erin, and Lou spent their morning in science\u2014first with a lively Year 7 class, followed by Year 10. Dan and Wiktoria had hands-on experience starting in a Year 10 Design and Technology class, then switching to math for the fourth period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A real highlight was that Lauren, our only computer science major, was placed in a Year 7 computing lesson where she not only observed but helped students with their programming assignments. It was lovely to hear her relate her experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 1:20 p.m., we all regrouped for a proper lunch and had the opportunity to chat with some of the teachers. It was a relaxed, welcoming environment, and a chance for the students to ask questions and learn more about the day-to-day life of English educators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After lunch, there was time for one more short observation\u2014a science or math lesson. I joined Keanu, Emily, Erin, and Lou to observe a Year 8 science class focused on respiration and breathing. The teacher had prepared a memorable demo using actual sheep lungs and a pump to simulate breathing. It was both fascinating and a bit surreal to watch, especially for those who hadn\u2019t seen anything quite like it before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But the real highlight of the day came right after\u2014a student focus group meeting where they had the chance to sit down and talk with Blatchington Mill kids. The conversations were wide-ranging and full of laughter. From swapping British and American slang, to getting tips on where to hang out in Brighton (through the eyes of a 15-year-old), to discussing the similarities and differences between schools here and back home\u2014there was never a dull moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One thing that stood out was how many of the students\u2019 ideas about life in America came straight from TV shows\u2014which, as I confessed, is exactly how I first learned about the US too. It was a fun and insightful exchange that left everyone smiling and a little more connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As we wrapped up our visit to Blatchington Mill School, I asked how the school got its name, and we were told it was from the West Blatchington Windmill, which is just a five-minute walk up the road east of the school gates\u2014in fact, you can see it as soon as you step outside. As we were here anyway, we decided to take the short walk to the windmill. Built in the 1820s, this listed smock mill is unique for its hexagonal design, a rarity since most smock mills are octagonal. It served as a corn mill until 1897, when two of its sails were damaged and it ceased operation. In 1937, the mill was acquired by Hove Corporation and has since been preserved as a historical landmark. Today, it stands as a testament to the area\u2019s rich heritage and offers visitors a charming glimpse into the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At the end of the school visit, I told the students I\u2019d walk them to the bus stop and make sure they got on the right one back to the hotel. I planned to walk the rest of the way myself\u2014only about three miles from where we were, which I figured would take about an hour. Lauren immediately said she\u2019d walk too, and while I didn\u2019t expect anyone else to join, Emily, Mason, and even Dana decided they\u2019d walk with me. So we left the other five waiting for the bus and set off on foot, with Lauren confidently taking charge of the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For the evening, I gave everyone the freedom to do what they liked. Emily planned a good nap\u2014at least until evening rolled around. The others had scattered plans: some were heading to dinner, others mentioned pubs or clubs, or just crashing early. I introduced Mason to his first-ever sausage roll and a proper Cornish cheese and onion pasty, which made him very happy. Lauren was off to see a show. As for me, I think it won\u2019t be long before I\u2019m fast asleep. Tomorrow, we\u2019re off to Arundel!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Day 5 marked our first official excursion of the trip\u2014Arundel! I\u2019d purchased our train tickets the night before and sent out the details to the group chat: we\u2019d be catching the 10:13 a.m. train from Brighton Station. It\u2019s only a 17-minute walk from the hotel, so I told everyone we\u2019d leave by 9:45 a.m. to give ourselves plenty of time. Most of the group was on time and ready to go, and I sent them off ahead while I waited back a bit with Dana. Everything seemed to be going smoothly… until just before boarding, when Keanu and Lou suddenly vanished. Despite our frantic texts urging them to hurry, there was no sign of them as the rest of us got on the train. Just as the doors were closing, they appeared\u2014only to watch the train pull away without them. And so, eight of us set off to Arundel, leaving Keanu and Lou behind on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After a flurry of text messages and some quick thinking, we found out that Keanu and Lou had managed to hop onto a later train. We arranged to meet them at Arundel station, which sounded easy enough\u2014until we realized we had about 40 minutes to kill. So, we waited. And waited. Just hanging out at the station, hoping the weather stayed kind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reunited at last, we set off toward Arundel Castle, with plenty of photo ops along the way as the castle slowly came into view. The walk itself was charming\u2014cobblestone paths, quaint houses, and glimpses of the River Arun winding alongside us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As we got closer, there was a wave of recognition when we passed the<\/em> red telephone box\u2014the same one that made it into every UMass Lowell cover story about last year\u2019s study abroad trip. Naturally, we couldn\u2019t resist attempting a recreation. It may not have been a perfect match, but it was close enough to capture the spirit\u2014and the nostalgia\u2014of the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike last year, when I let everyone pair off and explore at their own pace, this time we were asked at the entrance to stay together as a group. No complaints though\u2014Arundel Castle had everyone captivated from the start. For many in the group, it was their very first time stepping inside a real castle, and not just any castle\u2014this one is as grand and majestic as they come. From the sweeping staircases to the ornate rooms, every corner sparked curiosity. Unsurprisingly, the cameras came out almost instantly\u2014lots of photos, lots of awe, and lots of \u201cwow, this is actually<\/em> real\u201d moments. Dana had loads of questions and spent time talking to the volunteer guides, who were so happy to answer questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the unexpected highlights inside the castle were the dress-up chests scattered throughout the rooms. Filled with medieval-style cloaks, hats, and tunics, they were an open invitation\u2014they didn\u2019t need to be told twice. At every opportunity, someone was slipping into character, posing like royalty or pretending to be a knight defending the realm. It added a playful layer to the visit, and the photos from those moments might just be some of the best from the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blogs.uml.edu\/uteach-england-spring-2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/207\/2025\/05\/IMG_3568.jpg\")
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