Tue 28 Apr — Tue 5 May, 2026
London, Oxford, and the Royal Albert Hall

Our 2026 tour is now officially at capacity. Please join the waitlist if you’re still interested.

Join together with Australian Church Leaders on a perspective-shifting trip featuring the Alpha Leadership Conference at the Royal Albert Hall and rare opportunities to connect with and learn from key churches and faith leaders in the beautiful and historic city of London.

Past Guests

Guests & Speakers

Here are some of the incredible leaders we have had the privilege of sharing intimate time with on previous tours.

Nicky & Pippa Gumbel
Archie & Sam Coates
N.T. Wright
Stephen Foster
Al Gordon
Bishop Ric Thorpe
Pete Hughes
Katherine Chow
Simon Ponsonby

Draft Schedule (subject to change)

Day One
Suggested: arrival in London and a chance to explore the city.

Location: London
Day Two
Welcome + dinner with Archie & Sam Coates from Holy Trinity Brompton

Location: London / Church House
Day Three
Leadership sessions with Nicky & Pippa Gumbel, Pete Hughes, Katherine Chow and more.

Location: London / HTB Courtfield Gardens
Day Four
Tour of Oxford and exclusive leadership sessions with N.T. Wright, Stephen Foster and Simon Ponsonby.

Location: Oxford
Day Five
Leadership sessions with Bishop Ric Thorpe, Wole Agbaje and Sarah Jackson - plus the SAINT story with Al Gordon

Location: London / Hackney
Day Six
Leadership session and prayer with Sandy & Annette Millar

Location: London / HTB Courtfield Gardens
Day Seven
Sunday services

Location: Various
Day Eight
Leadership Conference 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall with various international speakers and guests sharing throughout the conference.

Location: London / Royal Albert Hall
Day Nine
Leadership Conference 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall with various international speakers and guests sharing throughout the conference.

Location: London / Royal Albert Hall
Highlights

Highlights from Previous Attendees

Missed LC25?

Leadership Conference 2025 On Demand

Couldn’t make LC25 in person? Main stage talks and seminar are being released as weekly podcast episodes on The Thread – a podcast brought to you by Alpha, and hosted by Stephen Foster.

Want to speak to our team?

Our team are here to help! If you have any further questions about Leadership Tour:UK, please reach out to Tayla Bull from our events team.

FAQS

Frequently Asked

What's included in the registration fee?

What’s included:

  • Leadership Conference registration valued at GBP249

  • Alpha Australia delegate program including main meals during these sessions

What’s not included:

  • Flights

  • Accommodation

  • Ground transport cost

  • Sightseeing

  • Meals outside the Alpha Australia delegate program

Where will the events be held?

Most of the Alpha Australia delegate program will take place in one of the HTB locations. The main Leadership Conference will be held at the Royal Albert Hall.

We will also be conducting several day trips to Central London, Hackney, and Oxford.

More details will be available closer to the trip.

Who else is coming along on the trip?

We are expecting many pastors and leaders from all across Australia representing different denominations joining us in London.

Will we have time to connect with people from other churches?

Absolutely! We have intentionally set aside time everyday for you to connect with pastors and leaders from all over the world.

Will there be time for sightseeing?

Yes, there will be pockets of time in the program for you to explore the city. We will also be sharing a list of recommended things to see and do whilst in London – stay tuned for that!

Will we be sitting together as a group?

Yes! We will be seated together as a group throughout the Leadership Conference at the Royal Albert Hall.

What are some of the expected costs for meals and transport?
  • The average cost of a meal at a restaurant will be between £15 to £25
  • Public transport: £10 per day
  • Activities and entertainment: £15 to £30 per day
Where will the Alpha team be staying in London?

Most of the Alpha team will be staying in the Copthorne Tara Hotel Kensington.

I purchased the main conference tickets directly from the Alpha Leadership Conference website. Can I request to be seated with or close to the rest of the Australian delegation?

Yes, please email leadershipconference@alpha.org and request to be seated with the Australian delegation.

Can I bring my luggage to the event venues?

For safety reasons, there are no facilities to store luggage at the event venues. We advise not to bring any luggage with you.

Can I get an invoice for my registration?

The registration price does not include tax and as such, no tax invoice will be generated.

What are some accomodation options?
  • Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington (3-star)
  • Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street (3-star)
  • The Rembrandt Hotel, South Kensington (4-star)
  • Royal Garden Hotel (5-star)