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Sunday 15 November 2026
Monday 16 November 2026
Events & Activities
Monday Meditation
16/11/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Start the week off with a silent meditation session to centre yourself!This session is led by Reid Humble, the UCL Chaplain and Interfaith Adviser.He will introduce you to centering contemplation, a form of silent meditation he has been practicing for over 15 years. We will then meditate silently for 20 minutes. You are also welcome to use a different meditation practice you are familiar with.
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Squash
16/11/2026 | 16:00 - 17:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play SquashWhat to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Squash:Our Pay and Play Squash sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Rackets and balls provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm. Our Pay and Play Sessions are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play Pool
16/11/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play PoolWhat to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Pool:Our Pay and Play Pool sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. All equipment is provided, all you need is bring is your energy and enthusiasm. Our Pay and Play Sessions are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Sport
Project Active Pay and Play 5-A-side Football
16/11/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play 5-a-side Football What to expect at Project Active Pay and Play 5-a-side Football:Our Pay and Play 5-a-side Football sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people, and enjoying the game at your own pace. Equipment is all provided, so all you need is your energy and enthusiasm.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing
16/11/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
✏️Welcome to artsUnlocked Drawing!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment with artsUnlocked! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page- no experience needed!
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Events & Activities
UCL Bike Bonanza
17/11/2026 | 10:00 - 15:00
UCL Sustainability organise free bike maintenance sessions, security bike checks and second-hand bike sales in the main quad throughout the year to help UCL staff and students travel sustainably.Please note:Booking is required for a mechanic slot, with limited availability.Book a mechanic slot
Volunteering
Big Help Out: Monthly Community Gardening in Hackney Wick
17/11/2026 | 12:45 - 15:00
Join us to help maintain a local community garden just walking distance from UCL East!Gainsborough Bridge Gardens is a simple idea with a slightly radical implication: Green space shouldn’t be something you merely pass through, it should be something you can shape, share, and grow with your own hands. This project is about turning a patch of public land into a living, local commons.
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Acting
17/11/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
🎭Welcome to artsUnlocked ActingTake a step into the world of acting in our beginner friendly class with artsUnlocked! Led by Ella Jarmen, explore the craft of acting in a relaxed and inclusive environment. No theatrical experience needed, all you need is curiosity and a willingness to play!
Events & Activities
artsUnlocked Drawing (UCL East)
17/11/2026 | 17:00 - 19:00
🎨Welcome to artsUnlocked Drawing at UCL East!Explore the art of drawing in a beginner-friendly, welcoming environment with artsUnlocked! Alongside expert guidance from artist Emily Swan, you'll learn new techniques and skills and discover the joy of bringing your ideas to life on the page- no experience n
Sport
Project Active Bloomsbury Run Group
17/11/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Discover Project Active Run at Regents ParkWhat to expect at Project Active Run:Our Project Active Runs are all about getting active, meeting new people and enjoying running at your own pace. All you need to bring is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly runs are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Sport
All Jokes Aside: Pickleball
17/11/2026 | 17:00 - 18:00
Join TeamUCL for a free Pickleball session, no experience needed! This group is only open to male-identifying students at UCL, as part of the All Jokes Aside campaign. No experience needed. These sessions are designed for complete beginners, so don't worry if you've never played before!
Sport
Project Active SOM Run
17/11/2026 | 18:00 - 19:00
Discover Project Active SOM Run at Canary WharfWhat to expect at Project Active SOM Run:Our SOM Runs are all about getting active, meeting new people and enjoying running at your own pace. All you need to bring is your energy and enthusiasm. Our weekly classes are open to all UCL staff and students and are designed to be:
Bars
UCL200 parent workshop 3 | Upstairs Huntley Bar
17/11/2026 | 19:00 - 23:00
This lively and interactive workshop, created as part of the UCL200 Staff Contribution and Engagement Fund, celebrates UCL’s bicentenary by looking ahead to the skills, values and relationships children will need over the next 200 years. The third and final session in the series explores the everyday challenges of motivation, routines, digital life and family wellbeing.
Give it a Go
Dance Society: Absolute Beginner Classes series 1 - Contemporary
17/11/2026 | 20:00 - 21:00
Absolute beginners classes are back on! Starting off with contemporary, these classes are perfect for those that have never danced before or want to try out a new dance style, aiming to bridge the gap between absolute beginners and our regular beginner classes. There will be 4 sessions, with the first 3 focusing on basics and exploring the dance style, building up to learning a short routine in…
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Sport
Project Active Lane Swimming
18/11/2026 | 10:00 - 11:00
Discover Project Active Pay and Play Lane SwimmingWhat to expect at Project Active Pay and Play Lane Swimming:Our Pay and Play Lane Swimming sessions are all about getting active, meeting new people and improving your swimming ability. These sessions take place on one lane of the Competitive swimming pool. Please ensure you are wearing appropriate swim wear for this session!