A French city break from London – Boost your French in just a few days

View of the Lille belfry, an iconic landmark of northern France

From London to Lille – Learn, eat, explore

So close, yet so different

Did you know Lille is less than 1 hour 30 minutes from London by Eurostar?
It’s the perfect destination for a short linguistic escape – no jet lag, no long flights, just a quick hop across the Channel

Once you arrive, you’re fully immersed in the French lifestyle: charming architecture, local markets, warm cafés, and the sound of real French conversations all around you

A mini immersion that makes a real difference

Even a few days of real-life practice can unlock your confidence

Unlike traditional lessons, a homestay means you live the language:
✔️ Speak French during meals and outings
✔️ Learn naturally through real-life situations
✔️ Gain fluency, confidence, and cultural insight

Many guests from London arrive hesitant – “Can I really improve in just a few days?” – and leave feeling confident and motivated

Why Lille is perfect for Londoners

Eurostar from London arriving in Lille — French city break and immersion travel

🚄 Easy access: Direct Eurostar from St Pancras to Lille Europe
🏙️ Ideal size: Big enough to explore, small enough to feel local
🍷 French art de vivre: Markets, Flemish architecture, local gastronomy
🗣️ Authentic immersion: Far from tourist clichés, close to real French life

Lille is a friendly, cultural, and creative city, ideal for learners who want both authenticity and comfort

What your French homestay includes

During your stay, you’ll:
✔️ Take personalized morning lessons adapted to your goals
✔️ Enjoy guided cultural activities in the afternoon
✔️ Share home-cooked meals and conversations in French
✔️ Stay in a comfortable private room, 20 min from central Lille

It’s the perfect balance between learning, culture, and relaxation

More than a language stay

Adult learner enjoying a French language stay in Lille, France – cooking, shopping, and exploring with a local teacher during a short French immersion holiday from London

This isn’t just a course, it’s an experience
You’ll cook, shop, visit, and laugh, all in French
Every conversation helps you think, react, and express yourself naturally

You’ll go back to London with:
✔️ New confidence in speaking French
✔️ A deeper understanding of French life
✔️ Memorable experiences and a sense of progress

Ready for your French city break?

Whether you have a long weekend or just a few days off, this mini immersion is the perfect way to reconnect with French in a natural, human way

Hop on the Eurostar, and let French become part of your daily life