How to spend a rainy day in the UK
British weather is reliably unreliable – here are our suggestions for what to do on those unavoidable rainy days.
News and blogs
The Chevening community extends to all corners of the globe. Here is the latest news on what is going on in the Chevening network, and blogs from members of our community.
6 British dishes to try when you study in the UK
One of the best ways to explore a new country is through its food – here are our recommendations for British dishes you should try.
UK events in April 2022
Chevening Programme Officer Aldiane shares with you a few interesting activities happening in the UK throughout April.
Are you a future leader?
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Chevening Scholars have been sharing the advice they wish they’d known when they younger about calling out gender bias, discrimination, and stereotyping.
How UK universities support students to live well during the British winter
UK universities are exceptional at providing support for international students spending the Winter holidays away from home for the first time.
UK Events in February
What's happening around the UK in February?
Coping with a UK winter
With dark, cold nights and rainy days, we know that winter in the UK can be a tough time of year. That's why we've compiled this quick list of things you can do to make sure you're taking care of yourself and staying as cheerful as possible during these tricky months.
Your favourite Christmas tunes and more
As part of our Winter Wellbeing series, we’re showcasing some recommendations for making the most of Christmas in the UK. Here are some of the songs that make some of our scholars and staff feel the most festive – so put on your headphones and get your Christmas going! Arafat Rahaman, Bangladesh O Holy […]
Christmas films for a winter evening in the UK
As part of our Winter Wellbeing series, we’re showcasing some recommendations for making the most of Christmas in the UK. Here are some scholar and staff suggestions for the best Christmas films to make the perfect cosy movie night in. Love Actually (2003) Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing […]
UK Events for January 2022
Celtic Connections, Glasgow, 20 January – 6 February Glasgow’s annual folk, roots and world music festival, celebrating Celtic music and its connections to cultures across the globe. It’s the largest annual winter music festival of its kind and Britain’s premier celebration of Celtic music, and usually featuring concerts, ceilidhs, talks, art exhibitions, and workshops. Burns […]
