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Film buffs visiting London can enjoy a feast of cinematic delights from the latest Hollywood blockbusters to the best in European classics.
Leicester Square
Many of London's largest cinemas are centred around Leicester Square and are the scene for many glitzy film premieres. The cinemas tend to house a number of large screens with the latest in surround sound and comfortable seating. They also screen the very latest big picture releases. Entrance fees can be expensive, compared to cinemas away from the West End, although many offer concessionary rates and tend to be cheaper for weekday afternoon showings.
Film Classification
The British Board of Film Classification decides the suitability of a film for various age groups through a series of ratings. The ratings for each film are displayed prominently inside the cinema and on advertising material. Below is an explanation of the different classifications used in the UK:
• U – suitable for audiences aged four years and above.
• PG – general viewing but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. Children can watch these films unaccompanied by an adult.
• 12A – no one younger than 12 may see the film unless accompanied by an adult.
• 15 – no one younger than 15 may see the film.
• 18 – no one younger than 18 may see the film.
Many of the large cinema chains such as Odeon and Warner Village accept advance bookings which is often advisable for popular films showing at peak times. Weekly film listings, times of films and cinema contact details can be found in Timeout magazine.
Pubok
London has a vibrant bar and pub scene. With over 5,000 pubs and bars, the capital has everything from traditional British public houses to cutting-edge and modern venues. You can opt for the traditional pub experience or hang out in the more luxurious home of the first British Martini.
There are pubs everywhere in London. Usually at least one every two or three blocks on the larger streets. It's also a very good idea to look down smaller side streets! Always try the real ale (large handled pumps that have to be pulled).
The pubs are open from 1100 hours to 2300 hours. They serve food and drink. Usually you can sit down! If you are really touring London, you will be on your feet a lot. Sitting down for a few minutes now and then is very nice. Especially when it starts to rain. Various pubs are either owned by breweries or are independent. The more you visit, the more types of beer and ale you can try. Sticking with 1/2 pints (~ 90p to 1L 30p) lets you try more types, and has beneficial time saving effects. Food varies. Try the Ploughman's Lunch. It is usually about 6 L. Typically it consists of bread, cheese, pickle (English coleslaw) and apple or lettuce or something in the way of a fruit or vegetable. Fish and chips are usually quite good.
Sportok
From tennis and cricket to more unusual sports on skates and skis, London is host to a wealth of sporting events and activities.
Whether you prefer watching or taking part, London offers myriad sports. The capital is home to some of the world’s most famous sporting teams, tournaments and venues. There are also lots of ways to join in, with facilities available for nearly all types of sport.
Londoners are fiercely passionate about sport and take huge pride in their local teams. They tend also to support tournaments in the city, even if their team is not represented. As a result, tickets to bigger events can sometimes be hard to come by and it is worth booking well in advance.
Football
Football (Londoners never call it soccer) is the most popular sport in the capital, with the city represented by 13 professional teams, along with hundreds of amateur clubs. Six London teams (Arsenal, Charlton Athletic, Chelsea, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United) play in the Premiership, arguably the world’s toughest league, which features many of the world’s leading players.
The football season runs from August to May with top games to see almost every week during this period.
21. századi közoktatás - fejlesztés, koordináció (TÁMOP-3.1.1-08/1-2008-0002)
