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Get a free east London eBook from the Lonely Planet!

We’ve got a fantastic offer, exclusive to UEL! Lonely Planet, the largest travel guide book and digital media publisher in the world, has revamped their guide to Stratford and east London and is offering it as a free PDF download. Packed with information about the what’s going on during the Olympics as well as some expert advice on non-Olympic things to do, this is a great way of finding out more about one of the world’s greatest cities.

Interested? You’ll need to be quick as the link expires on Tuesday 15 May. Download the book here


You already know it’s one of the great world cities, crammed full of culture, shopping and food… Here’s UEL’s insiders’ guide to living it large on a student budget.

The Knowledge

Our top 5 tips for getting a good deal as a student.

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Culture

From museums and galleries, to music, film and theatre and free entertainment – stretch your mind without shrinking your wallet.

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Shopping and Eating

Where to find London’s best shopping experiences, enjoy fine food and drink – and still have money left over for books and stuff.

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Festivals and Events

You can party through the year with our calendar of festivals and experiences. And the good news is that most are free!

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Days Out

Leisurely days out along the Thames, plus parks and picnic spots and a few great escapes around London.

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