Unit 5 On the road

Using language

7 Listen to the conversation and find out where it takes place.

Guest: Good morning.

Receptionist: Hello there. How can I help you?

Guest: Well, it's my first visit to this town. What would you suggest I see?

Receptionist: I'd suggest starting with the History Museum. It has some great displays of ancient objects found in the local area.

Guest: That sounds good. Where is it?

Receptionist: Here's a map of the town. This is the hotel. Head across the square to the town hall. Walk around the town hall, and you'll see the History Museum behind it, right between the theatre and the sports centre.

Guest: When does it open?

Receptionist: It opens at half past nine in the morning.

Guest: Great! And could you recommend anywhere to eat?

Receptionist: Oh yes, there are lots of good restaurants in the town centre. You could go to this one here. It's called Paul's Restaurant and it serves delicious fish and chips. It's on East Road, next to the post office.

Guest: That's perfect because I'd like to send some postcards, too.

Receptionist: Is there anything else I can help you with?

Guest: Actually, I'm here for four days. Are there any events happening in town or nearby?

Receptionist: Well, you've arrived just in time for the boat race between Oxford and Cambridge universities. It starts tomorrow afternoon and takes place on the River Thames in West London.

Guest: That sounds great. How will I know which team is which?

Receptionist: Oh, that's easy—Oxford always wears dark blue and Cambridge light blue.

Guest: OK. How can I get there?

Receptionist: The train station is near the hotel, at the end of Rose Road. After you get to London, I'd recommend taking the tube to Putney Bridge and watching the race from there. Make sure to get there early so that you get a good view!

Guest: Thank you so much. You're very helpful.

Receptionist: Enjoy your stay. Bye!