Upcoming Events with UK Education Garden
Join us for enriching cultural events hosted by UK Education Garden, where education and tradition come together. From Gongfu tea gatherings to cross-cultural workshops and community meetups, each event is designed to inspire connection, mindfulness, and shared learning. Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or simply curious, our events offer a welcoming space to explore heritage, celebrate diversity, and build meaningful relationships. Check back regularly for the latest updates and join us in growing a global community, one gathering at a time.
Upcoming Events
THE SOUND OF HEAVENSun 23 NovCastle Street Methodist Church
Bigu Wellness Session with Master Xie – Ancient Secrets for Health & CommunityTue 09 SeptCastle Street Methodist Church
Cambridge Tea GatheringThu 14 AugNamaste Village Cambridge
🎵 The Sound of Heaven 🎵
Charity Concert at Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
🗓 Sunday, 23 November 2025
⏰ 5:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (One concert only)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of uplifting music and inspiration, featuring international artists and community performers — united by the spirit of love, faith, and harmony.
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🌟 Special Guests
🎶 International Musicians from Portugal and Italy
🎻 Yeolim Ensemble (Korean Performers)
👑 The Mayor of Cambridge — Cllr Dinah
🎹 Joseph A. Scott — The Perse School Piano Prodigy
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🎼 Programme Highlights
💖 My Heart Will Go On
🎻 Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
🎼 Bach – Cello Suite No.1
🌙 Moon River
🎵 Elgar – Salut d’Amour
🎤 Yesterday Once More
🌄 You Raise Me Up
💫 Because of You
🥁 Johann Strauss Sr. – Radetzky March
🎶 Claude Bolling – Irlandaise
🌸 Charles W. Fry – The Lily of the Valley
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💒 All proceeds will go toward the Castle Street Methodist Church Floor Renovation Project, helping to preserve this beloved Cambridge landmark for future generations.
🎟 Tickets
Adult: £10
Children & Students: £5
Family (max 2 adults + 2 children): £20
UK Education Garden students and family can get free tickets
📍 Venue: Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
📱 For ticket inquiries:
Scan the QR code to contact Melissa
GONÇALO PIRES
Gonçalo Pires began his cello studies at the age of six and graduated with distinction from the Braga Conservatory. He went on to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London under Josephine Knight, where he was awarded the prestigious Martin/Hooton Concerto Prize for soloists and the Clarence Myerscough Award for academic excellence. He completed his Master’s degree in Performance with Hannah Roberts in 2025. As a soloist and chamber musician, he performs regularly across the UK and Portugal, notably with pianist Eri Yamamoto, violinist Raffaele Pagano and the accordionist Flávio Rodrigues in the AccordiCello Duo. In 2025, the duo was awarded the Craxton Memorial Trust Award, which supported the recording of their debut CD. Gonçalo has collaborated with renowned ensembles such as the Doric String Quartet, London Contemporary Soloists, Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective, Orquestra Filarmónica de Braga (as principal cellist), the London Film Music Orchestra and the English Touring Opera. He has won prizes in several international competitions, including Cidade do Fundão (Portugal), North Music Competition (Sweden), Soncello Competition (Spain), and Capela (Portugal), and has participated in masterclasses with renowned cellists such as Marc Coppey, Gary Hoffman, Ludwig Quandt, and many others.
Raffaele Pagano Curriculum
Raffaele Pagano is an Italian violinist and composer. After being awarded as first prize in more than 20 competitions in Italy and playing in the theatre San Carlo Di Napoli and as concertmaster in several orchestras of his native city Naples, he moved to London to study with the legendary professor of Royal Academy of Music Hu Kun (the longest pupil of Lord Yehudi Menuhin). In London he became the leader of London Arte Chamber Orchestra and in 2020 started to compose music receiving his first prize in the 2nd edition of the international composition competition “Premio Metastasio” of Scalea (Italy). His music is predominantly bound to the emotions and real feelings that Raffaele put on his violin first with improvisations and then with compositions. He plays regularly with Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra and he is the concertmaster of London Concert Sinfonia with whom he made recently a premiere with his composition “Freedom” for solo violin and orchestra. Raffaele plays on a priceless violin made especially for him from the father of his first violin teacher 26 years ago and a precious bow from Cremona which he won in the international violin competition “Luigi Denza” 15 years ago.
🌿✨ Discover the Ancient Power of Bigu ✨🌿
📅 September 9, 2025 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Introduction to Bigu
Step into the world of Bigu, an ancient Chinese wellness practice.
Through gentle meditation, Qigong, and energy exercises, you’ll explore how to:
✨ Shed extra weight and feel lighter
✨ Slow down aging and stay radiant
✨ Restore balance between body and mind
✨ Sharpen focus and awaken inner strength
👉 Free Registration 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eBBpNBpm
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📅 September 10, 2025 | 9:30 AM–6:00 PM
A Full-Day Bigu Immersion
Dive deep into a full day of Bigu practice and experience first-hand:
🌸 A body that feels lighter and renewed
🌸 A mind at peace and in harmony
🌸 A natural boost in vitality and wellbeing
👉 Free Registration 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXBXAYAW
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💝 Both events are completely free!
Donations are warmly welcomed on site.
All contributions will directly support the renovation of Castle Street Methodist Church Hall in Cambridge.
📍 Venue: Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
🌸 Bigu – for health, beauty, and youthful energy.
Come with curiosity, leave with lightness and vitality.
#CommunityGiving
#SDG3 #health #wellbeing #happiness #meditation #SDG4 #Education #wisdom #culture
Join Our Gongfu Tea Gathering in Cambridge – 14 August
You’re warmly invited to the next Shusong Gongfu Tea Gathering, hosted by the Cambridge Chinese Tea Group in collaboration with UK Education Garden — where education meets cultural heritage in meaningful ways.
Held at the tranquil Namaste Village, a beloved Indian vegetarian restaurant in central Cambridge, this gathering is a chance to slow down, sip mindfully, and explore the depth of Chinese tea artistry.
We’ll showcase three exquisite Phoenix Dancong teas, all lovingly crafted by Yu Yingfeng, a nationally recognised inheritor of China’s intangible cultural heritage in tea-making:
✨ Ya Shi Xiang (Duck **** Aroma) – bold, floral, and surprisingly elegant
🍯 Mi Yun (Honey Rhyme) – richly roasted with deep, honeyed undertones
🌸 Old Bush Baxian (Eight Immortals) – floral, sweet, and long in finish
Each tea will be brewed using the Shusong Standard Gongfu Method, highlighting the harmony of flavour, aroma, and ritual. Whether you’re a tea novice or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll leave inspired and grounded.
In line with UK Education Garden’s mission to cultivate global citizens, this event encourages cross-cultural appreciation, mindful learning, and community — all through the profound act of sharing tea.
The Cambridge Chinese Tea Group continues to grow, with a shared goal of restoring pesticide-free, premium Chinese teas to their rightful place as a refined experience in the UK.
🌿✨ Please help to put it on UK education garden website 🌿✨ Discover the Ancient Power of Bigu ✨🌿 ✨🌿
Please help to put it on UK education garden website 🌿✨ Discover the Ancient Power of Bigu ✨🌿
📅 September 9, 2025 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Introduction to Bigu
Step into the world of Bigu, an ancient Chinese wellness practice.
Through gentle meditation, Qigong, and energy exercises, you’ll explore how to:
✨ Shed extra weight and feel lighter
✨ Slow down aging and stay radiant
✨ Restore balance between body and mind
✨ Sharpen focus and awaken inner strength
👉 Free Registration 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eBBpNBpm
⸻
📅 September 10, 2025 | 9:30 AM–6:00 PM
A Full-Day Bigu Immersion
Dive deep into a full day of Bigu practice and experience first-hand:
🌸 A body that feels lighter and renewed
🌸 A mind at peace and in harmony
🌸 A natural boost in vitality and wellbeing
👉 Free Registration 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXBXAYAW
⸻
💝 Both events are completely free!
Donations are warmly welcomed on site.
All contributions will directly support the renovation of Castle Street Methodist Church Hall in Cambridge.
📍 Venue: Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
🌸 Bigu – for health, beauty, and youthful energy.
Come with curiosity, leave with lightness and vitality.
#CommunityGiving
#SDG3 #health #wellbeing #happiness #meditation #SDG4 #Education #wisdom #culture
Reserve your place at our next event
Spaces fill quickly! Don’t miss the chance to be part of our vibrant, educational gatherings. Connect, learn, and celebrate culture with our community.
