The Spectator was established in 1828, and is the oldest continuously published magazine in the English language. The Spectator’s taste for controversy, however, remains undiminished. There is no party line to which our writers are bound – originality of thought and elegance of expression are the sole editorial constraints. The result, week after week, is that the best British journalists, critics, authors and cartoonists turn out their best work, to produce an extraordinarily wide-ranging title.

BBC Word on the Street (lesson title: Art)

In these exciting videos, co-produced by the BBC and the British Council, learn how English works as the hosts explore British culture around the UK.
Each lesson includes two essential Scenes accompanied by Language Focus sections in which Rob Lewis highlights the grammatical points. Also, you can find a related bonus clip in the end. Transcripts and supportive activities have been provided in PDF files.

BBC Word on the Street (lesson title: Animals)

In these exciting videos, co-produced by the BBC and the British Council, learn how English works as the hosts explore British culture around the UK.
Each lesson includes two essential Scenes accompanied by Language Focus sections in which Rob Lewis highlights the grammatical points. Also, you can find a related bonus clip in the end. Transcripts and supportive activities have been provided in PDF files.

The Life And Times Of The Stuarts focuses on a nation-defining period of British history that is every bit as enthralling, dramatic and pivotal as that of Henry VIII and co. BBC History magazine now turns its attention from The Story Of The Tudors to the seismic changes that occurred within the British Isles during the Stuart rule between 1603 and 1714.

BBC Word on the Street (lesson title: Sport)

In these exciting videos, co-produced by the BBC and the British Council, learn how English works as the hosts explore British culture around the UK.
Each lesson includes two essential Scenes accompanied by Language Focus sections. Also, you can find a related bonus clip in the end. Transcripts and supportive activities have been provided in PDF files.