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Formal Request Letter #8
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are organising a trip to the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales for a group of students from Perth in Western Australia.

Write to the manager of Student Hostel Services. In your letter, explain:

  • when you want to visit the Snowy Mountains
  • how long you will stay
  • how many students are in your group and what accommodation you will require

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses at the top of your letter.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

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186 words · 3 body paragraphs
Opening

I am writing to inquire about accommodation for a group of students from Perth who will be visiting the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales.

Bullet 1

when you want to visit the Snowy Mountains

We are planning to visit the Snowy Mountains during the first week of July when the winter season is at its peak. This timing will allow the students to experience the beauty of the snow-covered landscape and engage in winter sports activities.

Bullet 2

how long you will stay

Our group consists of 20 students and we are looking to stay for a total of 5 days. We would require accommodation that can cater to this number of students, preferably with shared rooms to promote a sense of camaraderie among the group.

Bullet 3

how many students are in your group and what accommodation you will require

In terms of accommodation, we would need facilities that can accommodate our group size, including shared dormitories or cabins. Additionally, access to common areas for group activities and meals would be ideal to enhance the overall experience for the students.

Closing

We are excited about the prospect of staying at your hostel and are looking forward to a memorable trip to the Snowy Mountains. Your assistance in providing suitable accommodation for our group would be greatly appreciated.

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