Events

Explore our ongoing programme of talks, workshops, and cultural events designed to support your learning and connect you with our global Chevening community.

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Volunteer with Plant Mcr from February – May

Manchester

£Free

Join us for a unique opportunity to support Plant Mcr which specialises in transforming urban areas into vibrant, welcoming green spaces that help bring communities together. Activities on the day include planting, pruning, soil preparation and more.  Sign up to volunteer! Please note: Scholars who sign up are expected to attend all the following volunteering […]

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Step back in time in Manchester

Manchester 

£10

Join us for a fascinating trip back in time! We’ll explore 1800s Manchester with a visit to the city and the home of the eminent Victorian writer Elizabeth Gaskell. Manchester in the 19th century was an industrial and economic powerhouse that gave rise to ideas that radiated across Britain and Europe and gave it a […]

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Chevening Conference 2026

Chevening scholars Loughborough University, London Campus, Stratford.

£Free

Get ready for Chevening Conference 2026, this year hosted by the Loughborough University at their London campus.

Boost your wellbeing by painting pottery with fellow Cheveners

Peacock Pottery Barn, Billericay 

£Free

Looking for a way to relax with fellow Cheveners and embrace your artistic side? Join us for a calming and creative wellbeing session at Peacock Pottery Barn, where you’ll get to do hands‑on pottery painting! This guided activity offers a mindful, relaxing break from academic pressures, and you’ll go home with a personalised hand-painted small […]

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Four Nations Tour: Northern Ireland

Picture of Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland with the sea hitting the rocks Northern Ireland

£20

The Four Nations series showcases the UK’s four capitals. This time, Chevening scholars invited to join a two-day event in Northern Ireland! Agenda Day 1: A walking tour through Belfast city centre will show the major landmarks and the unique history of the cultural divide that still shapes today’s society. We will then visit the […]

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Volunteer with Age UK (across multiple dates)

Two people looking at items in their hands Ealing, London

£Free 

Volunteers will help run fun social activities at Age UK Ealing’s Day Centre, a space that boosts confidence, independence, and connection for local older people.  Volunteering is a great way to make a lasting impact whilst also gaining important work experience. Dates Volunteering will takes place across multiple dates from April to July. Volunteers must […]