British Embassy announces second edition of 鈥淕reat UK Day"
The event returns in 2025 as part of the UK Government鈥檚 ongoing growth strategy to keep supporting British businesses through cultural promotion and strengthening relations with Guatemala.
The British Embassy will host the second edition of鈥�淕reat UK Day鈥�, a full-day event taking place on鈥疭aturday, 9 August 2025, from鈥�9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the鈥疌entral Plaza of Plaza Fontabella, Zone 10.聽聽
The celebration aims to strengthen cultural ties between the United Kingdom and Guatemala, highlighting the incorporation of British brands into UK culture. Featuring a dynamic programme for audiences of all ages, the agenda includes educational, recreational, and cultural activities such as storytelling, trivia games, workshops, contests, and interactive spaces focused on British culture.聽
The day will feature the participation of Ambassador Juliana Correa, who will deliver welcome remarks. An鈥痠nformation stand on the Chevening Scholarships programme鈥痺ill also be available, offering details about the UK Government鈥檚 prestigious postgraduate scholarship scheme for future global leaders.聽
鈥淕reat UK Day鈥� is part of the British Embassy鈥檚 public diplomacy efforts and seeks to promote mutual understanding through cultural and educational exchange, while also showcasing the presence and contributions of UK companies and products in Guatemala.
The event is organised in collaboration with鈥疨laza Fontabella, Librer铆a Sophos, Cervecer铆a Centroamericana, Little India, El Marinero and the British brands Diageo (Johnnie Walker and Tanqueray), Land Rover, Mini, Penlon, Sterifeed, VetPlus, WTW, Pernord Ricard (Beefeater), Hackett London, Triumph, Twinnings, Tyrrell鈥檚, Vitabiotics, and Walkers.聽
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