British Embassy České Budějovice

Date of event

20.5.2026
10:00 – 17:00

Venue

Náměstí Přemysla Otakara II., České Budějovice 1, 370 01

On Wednesday 20 May, British Ambassador Matt Field and his team will move from Prague to České Budějovice for one day. A British stand will be set up on Přemysl Otakar II Square as part of the "British Embassy České Budějovice" event. Visitors can look forward to the legendary Spitfire aircraft, the iconic red double-decker, conversations with native speakers and the traditional tea at five.
It is here that the Ambassador will launch his new book, I'm New Here, which was published in early May, with proceeds supporting the Pink Bubble Foundation. Those interested will be able to have the book signed on the spot.

The day will also include visits to schools, the university and regional partners. The aim is to raise awareness of British activities in the region, inspire students and show diplomacy as open and understandable.
"Although we are based in Prague, the British Embassy is here for all the people of the Czech Republic. We want to meet people where they live and work. České Budějovice has a great atmosphere and a strong background in education and innovation," says British Ambassador Matt Field.

The programme on the square will start at 10:00 am with an opening ceremony attended by the Ambassador, the Mayor of the city Dagmar Škodová Parmová and the Governor of the South Bohemian Region Martin Kuba. This will be followed by a quiz for prizes, a conversation with diplomats and the traditional afternoon Tea with Matt, hosted by dubber and influencer Klára Nováková.

Throughout the day, you will be able to see a model of a Spitfire aircraft flown by Czech pilots in the RAF during the Second World War. Visitors will also be able to stop by a British double-decker or visit an art workshop for children.

The event is open to the public and admission is free.


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