Trip to UK Parliament — Parliament Unlocked …

IF YOU WANT TO JOIN US AND YOU DIDNT GET A TICKET: this event is sold out, but you can try your luck on the day by showing up at the meeting spot and see if there are any drop outs. We usually have a 20% drop out rate for free tickets but we can't guarantee anything.

Join fellow Birkbeck students for a guided tour of the Palace of Westminster and discover the fascinating story behind one of London’s most iconic landmarks.

What will you discover?

Learn about British history – uncover stories from centuries of political and social change.

Explore incredible architecture – discover the design, artwork and details that make the Palace so unique.

Find out how Parliament works – learn what happens in the House of Commons and House of Lords and how decisions are made.

See famous spaces up close – including Westminster Hall, Central Lobby and the Commons and Lords Chambers.

Connect the past with the present – understand how the Palace’s history continues to shape Parliament today.

And most importantly… enjoy the experience!

Meet fellow Birkbeck students

Take in the spectacular surroundings

Discover somewhere you may never have visited before

Learn something new outside the classroom

 Experience a unique part of London and British life

Whether you’re passionate about history, politics and architecture, or simply want to explore, have fun and make the most of Welcome Month, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

Come along, discover something new and make memories with Birkbeck! 

-Palace of Westminster

-Guided tour

-English-language tour