LIBRARY PROFESSIONALS' TRIP OF UNITED KINGDOM 2025

LIBRARY PROFESSIONALS' TRIP OF UNITED KINGDOM 2025

Visits to the best libraries in the UK

December 17-20, 2025    

December 18-19, 2025

Visits to the best libraries in the UK

Meetings and consultations with leading employees of libraries in China on the topic of digitalization and other contemporary challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What price is of participation?

Cost (per person): 1900 EUR*

*Airfare not included, see cost details below for more information.

Q: What is included in the price?

The price includes:

• All breakfasts
• Two lunches
• Two dinners and gratuities
• Single accommodation in four-star hotel
• Training and business meetings
• An accompanying manager for the duration of the professional trip
• Transfer to and from libraries

Q: What is NOT included in the price?

The price does not include:

• Air fare to and from the UK
• Transit costs from and to the arrival and departure airports in the UK
• Meals that are not listed as covered above
• Beverages containing alcohol are not included for any group meals but may be purchased at individual expense
• Admission and tour fees to any attractions that you may choose to visit during free times

Q: Who is going on this tour? How many participants are there?

This trip will be particularly interesting for libraries workers, those in professions related to libraries. This trip is not able to welcome children and minors under the age of 18.

The number of places is limited. Please contact the Trend & Training Team as soon as possible to discuss if you have questions or concerns.

Q: What is the itinerary?

A draft itinerary can be found here. (Subject to changes)

Q: How should I organize my flights?

Please do not purchase plane tickets until you hear from the tour leader with travel information.

THE TRIP PROGRAM

Wednesday, December 17:

Tour participants arrive
Сheck-in at the hotel.
5:30 pm Orientation and welcome in hotel lobby
6:30 pm Group Dinner

Thursday, December 18:

9:00 am - Meet at hotel lobby
9:00-10:00 am - Transfer to the Library
10:30- 13:30 pm - Tour to the Library
13:30- 14:30 – Lunch
14:30 -17:30 pm- Tour to the Library

Friday, December 19:

9:00 am - Meet at hotel lobby
9:00-10:00 am - Transfer to the Library
10:30- 13:30 pm - Tour to the Library
13:30- 14:30 – Lunch
14:30 -17:30 pm- Tour to the Library

Saturday, December 20:

Departure day