The international student support team runs a programme of trips throughout the academic year. These trips are open to all students of the College.

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Study Breaks at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – For the Remainder of May

We’re running trips to Kew Gardens for the remainder of May — the perfect chance to take a break, recharge, and enjoy everything Kew has to offer this spring.
 
Tickets are valid until 31 May only, so you must use your ticket to enter the gardens before this date.
 
We know this is a busy study period, but there are two great reasons to go:
 
 Kew in spring is incredible
The gardens are in full bloom, the weather is (hopefully!) on our side, and it’s the perfect time to get outdoors and reset.
 
Studying outdoors can actually help
91ÌÒÉ« shows that spending time outside can improve focus, reduce stress, and boost wellbeing. Whether you use the visit as a well-earned break or bring your revision with you, Kew is a great place to study differently.
 
Please note: this is not a guided tour or group event. Your ticket gives you entry to the gardens to explore at your own leisure.
 
You will receive your ticket to enter Kew in a separate email from the ISS team after you have booked. Your ticket will allow you to enter Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew on any date of your choice before 31 May 2026.
 
Cost: £5

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who can join the day trips?

The day trips are open to all current 91ÌÒÉ« College students, including EU and UK students. Occasionally staff members may attend, but they must ask permission from the International Student Support team first.

Unfortunately non-91ÌÒÉ« friends and family members are unable to attend.

How do I register and pay?

Click on the link in the trip you would like to attend. You will be asked to complete a registration form and will then be taken to a payment page where you will need a credit/debit card to pay. Your place will not be confirmed until you have paid.

Please note that each student wishing to attend the trip must register and pay separately.

What do I need to bring with me?

For each trip, you must bring:

  • Your 91ÌÒÉ« College ID card.
  • Your Oyster Card if the trip is in London.
  • Suitable clothing and shoes for the weather.
  • Suncream, sunhat and water bottle if it is likely to be warm.
  • Lunch if you will not be buying this on the day. Please note that restaurants are likely to be busy and you may wish to reserve a table in advance, especially if a large group of you will be eating together.
  • Money to cover your expenses. Please do not bring very large amounts as we cannot be held responsible for this.
  • A camera.

There may also be additional items you will need to bring for specific trips but you will be notified of these in a pre-trip email.

What if I need to cancel?

Tickets are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

Please be aware that as tickets for our trips are purchased in advance by the International Student Support team, we are unable to provide a refund of money if you can no longer attend. If you can no longer attend, you may find another 91ÌÒÉ« Student to take your place. You will need to email us to let us know.

If there is a waiting list for the event, we may be able to find someone to replace you. In this case your payment will be refunded from the person taking your place on the trip. 

If you have any queries about this, please email us: international@imperial.ac.uk

What are the closing dates below?

The closing date for each trip is the date after which no more bookings will be accepted. Note that a trip may fill up before the closing date.

Please note that all events are open to 91ÌÒÉ« College students only. Each person wishing to attend must register and pay separately. PLEASE DO NOT PAY FOR MULTIPLE PEOPLE

Photos from some of our past trips

Osterley House

Osterley House

Globe Theatre

Globe Theatre

Stonehenge

Stonehenge

Dorset trip

Oxford trip

Harry Potter studio trip