The Guide 2009

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EDITORIAL

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Welcome to your guide; the gateway to an amazing year at UWE as a member of UWE Students’ Union (UWESU) and inhabitant of ad d this wonderful city.

As a student you get thrown many an abbreviation: SU, AGM, SRC‌to name a few. I want this publication to explain to you what your Union is and what this city can offer you in simple terms.

Your student experience is literally everything that comes with this wonderful occupation: studying, socialising, partying, sleeping, living, spending, earning, eating and drinking. There really is a lot on offer and the Union is a great environment for you to get involved and ensure that you make the most of your time at UWE and in Bristol, both academically and...otherwise!

Make sure your voice is heard during your time at UWE. The student newspaper, student representatives, student presidents and the Union as a collective do all listen but the student voice must be loud enough to be heard before a difference can be made.

There are many publications in this thriving city that try to tell you how to lead your life but this biblical publication is written by students for students. It shows you the thousands of doors available to you and hopefully gives you the confidence to head out and explore this wonderful city (with appropriate beer stops as you go).

Thank you to everyone involved in the compilation of this publication, it has been a real team effort from a large group of students, SU staff and student staff.

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We would like to thank Paddock Print Ltd for their help in printing this publication and their continued work with us.

The Guide is produced from pulp obtained from sustainably managed forests. It also contains up to 20% recycled material. Please recycle.

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While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate, UWE Students’ Union assumes no responsibility for any errors, omissions, or outof-date information. Views expressed within are those of the individual authors and not UWE Students’ Union

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C O NT E N TS

EDITORIAL / PG 3 INTRODUCING UWESU / PG 8 WHAT IS UWESU? / PG 10 FRESHERS’ FAIR / PG 12 BEST BITS / PG 14 YOUR 09/10 PRESIDENTS / PG 16 SRC & SRC VICE PRESIDENTS / PG 18 DEMOCRACY / PG 19 ELECTIONS / PG 20 AGM / PG 21 STUDENT REPS / PG 22 ETHICS & ENVIRONMENT / PG 24 SPORTS / PG 26 SPORTS PRESIDENT / PG 28 ACTIVITIES PRESIDENT / PG 30 RAG / PG 32 VOLUNTEERING / PG 33 STUDENT MEDIA / PG 36 ENTERTAINMENT / PG 38 SU BARS / PG 42 JOBSHOP / PG 44 NURSERY / PG 45 SU SERVICES / PG 46 SU SHOPS / PG 48 ADVICE CENTRE / PG 52 BOWER ASHTON / PG 56 FRENCHAY / PG 58 GLENSIDE / PG 60 ST MATT’S / PG 62 HARTPURY / PG 64

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U W E

V E R S U S

B R I S T O L

VARSITY

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INTRODUCING UWESU Ambition - Diversity - Honesty - Respect - Trust The Students’ Union (SU) is run for students by students, and here to represent YOU! Remember that phrase “It’s the experience that counts”? Well, that’s what University is all about.

There is more to getting a degree than just lectures and it’s the SU that offers all the fun alongside representation and support. The SU is for all those vital things you need at Uni, and ultimately it is the fun part of the experience.

You automatically become a member of the SU when you start UWE and this gives you the opportunity to join an endless list of sports clubs and societies, be part of some wicked nights in the SU bars and get loads of discounts, and who can resist a bargain?! Of course there will be times at Uni when life can be tough, (not just when you run out of food, and your dinner becomes the remains of the peanut butter jar and a pop tart), but there are people in the SU who can give you tons of help with advice on tricky landlords or help you to find a job when you realise you spent all your loan on ‘books and food.’ So if you have ever wanted to free-fall 12,000 feet out of a plane or present a radio show to 30,000 people, then read on to find out what the Students’ Union can do for you.

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The UWESU Membership Card You should have been sent a new RED 2009-2010 SU membership card. If you haven’t received one, please visit your SU campus office. You must confirm your membership number that you add to your card by logging on to:

www.uwesu.org/register Keep your card safe. If you lose your card you can pick up a replacement, but there is a £3 charge.

SPORTS & SOCIETIES

DISCOUNTS

A UWESU card and online registration are required for your membership of Sports and Societies at UWESU. You can join Sports and Societies online and pay your membership fees, then details of your membership can be added to the back of your card by your Students’ Union office.

Then the card becomes your proof of being a paid-up club or society member. For more information about UWESU’s Sports Clubs and Societies see their pages.

The SU membership card can act as your main student identity for many student discounts, both locally and internationally.

But also take a look at the NUS EXTRA Card which will give you extra money saving discounts.

For further information about NUS Extra visit: www.nusextra.co.uk

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What UWE Students’ Union? red baris events?

ACTIVITIES / ACTIVITIES COUNCIL / ACTIVITIES PRESIDENT / ADVICE BARS / BOATRACE / BOWER ASHTON SU / CAMPAIGNS / COMMUNITY

DISCOUNTS / E-BOOKSHOP / ELECTIONS / EMPLOYABILITY ENTERTAINMENTS / ENVIRONMENT / ESCAPE BAR / FAIR TRADE / FOCA BAR

FOR STUDENTS BY STUDENTS FRENCHAY SU / FRESHERS’ WEEK FRESHERS’ FAIR / FUN / GET INVOLVED / GLENSIDE SU / HALLEY NURSERY

HARTPURY SU / HUB RADIO / INDEPENDENT / INTRAMURAL SPORT

JOBSHOP / MEMBERSHIP / MEMBERSHIP CARDS / NATIONAL UNION OF STUDENTS PRESIDENTS / PRINT SHOP / RAISING STANDARDS / RED BAR REFRESHERS FAIR / REPRESENTATION / SERVICES / SHOPS / SOCIETIES

SPORTS / SPORTS COUNCIL / SPORTS

PRESIDENT / ST MATT’S SU STUDENT MEDIA / STUDENT REP COUNCIL / STUDENT REP PRESIDENTS STUDENT REPS / SUPPORT / VARSITY SPORT / VOLUNTEERS / VOTING

WESTERN EYE NEWSPAPER / WESTWORLD MAGAZINE

YOUR EDUCATION / YOUR VIEWS / YOUR VOICE

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FRENCHAY FRESHERS’ FAIR: If you’ve been before you’ll know what a lively, massive, loud and exciting event Frenchay Freshers’ Fair is. It dominates the campus and last year’s attendance was over 8,000 each day.

The event got so big that we had to split it over 2 days, so you now need to put both dates in your diary as these are two days not to miss out on.

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

Thursday 24th sees the large UWE Students’ Union marquees full of all the best Bristol has to offer to you. City bars and clubs will be there giving away freebies and VIP cards, and cinemas, restaurants, banks and jewellery stands will also be offering some amazing offers. To keep you entertained, the fair will have a whole range of attractions including a climbing wall and a gaming area plus many more.

Friday 25th is your chance to come and find out what the Students’ Union is all about. With over 60 Sports clubs and Societies fighting for your attention you are bound to find something to fill in those spare hours around your course. You’ll also see sports demos in the main arena, live music sets on the stage, and be able to find out about the other opportunities on offer: from getting involved with RAG and Student Reps, to getting your work published in Western Eye or holding your own show on our student station Hub Radio.

You’ll also be able to get information on the services we can offer such as our Job Shop and Advice Centre. Plus there will be plenty of freebies on offer and chances to win some fantastic prizes throughout the day.

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CAMPUS FAIRS

There are mini-fairs on each campus during Freshers’ Week. They give you an introduction to all of the sports and societies that UWESU offer, including some demonstrations from specfic sports. The Fairs will also provide some campus based activities, as well as local and more specialist course focused stalls. These are also a great way to get to know your campus and be introduced to loads of people who know exactly what being at uni is all about.

FRESHERS’ FAIRS: Bower Ashton: Mon 21st Sept St Matt’s: Tues 22nd Sept Glenside: Wed 23rd Sept Frenchay: Thurs 24th Sept: Commercial Day Fri 25th Sept: Sports & Societies Day 13

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FRESHERS’ ENTS Hi, I’m Alex, this year’s Entertainment Co-ordinator. Now I know it’s impossible to attend every single event that we’re laying on, so I’ve decided to sum them up for you…

Everyone should put a heavy mark next to THE ALLSTARS PARTY which we’re having instead of a Freshers’ Ball (so 1990s). It’s where you’ll find big name acts and has been tipped to be ‘Bristol’s biggest party in years!’ (find me, I’ll tell you who said that!)

19/9 UWE Welcome Party: It’s free and will have some big names there!

22/09 Nocturnal...

School Disco The Launch of our regular UWE night

21/09 The Monday Lock-In Neon Rave Get your glow sticks at the ready!

24/09 Club Noche…

Fresh from Ibiza: Hugely sucessful beach party with Dave Pearce

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THE ALLSTARS PARTY: You’ll feel left out otherwise!

Gorilla Audio Launch Party: Close to my heart, get there early before it sells out

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Glenside

22/09 Glenside Pyjama Pub Crawl: Seriously funny times & the most comfortable ever!

25/09 Special Event: Silent Disco: Wack on your headphones for this huge phenomenon

City Centre

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UWE Students’ Union proudly presents

Sat 26th Sept 09 at UWE Frenchay Campus

LIVE MUSIC / DJS / BIG NAMES NOT TO BE MISSED - FRESHERS’ MAIN EVENT

Advance tickets only from: uwesu.org/freshers09

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YOUR PRESIDENTS Katy Phillips / SRC President Hey I’m Katy, your Student Representative Council President!

This is my 2nd year in office (and last in Bristol!) but before becoming SRC Vice President 08/09 I was a Marketing student. Having been at UWE so long I know what a brilliant place it can be, with the right student experience (which is what we’re here to ensure you get!). You’ve chosen to study in one of the most exciting, vibrant, student friendly cities in the UK…enjoy it!

src.president@uwe.ac.uk Will Harding / Activities President Hey I’m Will, I am your elected Activities President for 09-10.

I’m responsible for campaigns, Societies, entertainments, commercial services (the UWESU bars and shops) Student Media (the newspaper, magazine and radio) and RAG (raise and give).

If you like the sound of getting involved in any of the above please contact me via email below. I am looking for passionate and driven people to support new ideas as at the end of the day the UWESU is student lead. We need and want your involvement.

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FOR 2009/10

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Gail Wilson / SRC Vice President Hi I’m Gail your Student Representation Vice President!

As one of your four elected officers my role is to represent and support you as students during your time at UWE. Before being a president I spent 5 years as a UWE student, based at Hartpury College, studying for my undergrad and then postgrad degree. I love Bristol and all it has to offer (including cider) and Doctor Who!

src.vicepresident@uwe.ac.uk Nadia Harding / Sports President Hey, I’m Nads newly elected Sports President for 09-10.

Here to encourage the development of UWE Sport, by supporting clubs and their members. I coordinate the Varsity Series, Sports Awards Dinner and Sports Night. I am part of the Equality and Diversity Working Group, and chair the Sports Council.

Alongside these epic tasks I am a Trustee, which means I sit on committees that decide the future of the SU and Budgetary decisions.

Finally I offer representation for the NEEDS of students!

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REPRESENTATION Student Representative President Hello!! Welcome to one of the best places to be a student ever (in my opinion anyway!) I hope you’ve all had an amazing summer and now you’re ready to get 100% stuck in to being a UWE student and enjoying all the festivities we have planned for you. Freshers’ Week is a feast for the senses but after the hub has died down we still want you to be having the best time possible, which is what your Presidents are all about.

Myself and Gail are here to ensure your student experience reaches and surpasses expectations. As YOUR SRC President my job is to represent you, regardless of age, gender, campus or background, your views matter and I look forward to meeting many of you when I’m out and about this year. So if you see me around come and say hello, or pop up to the SU. Your union is student run, and all about you, so get involved!! Katy Philips

Student Representative Vice President Hello UWE students! Welcome to UWE, one of the most diverse and interesting Universities out there. Whether you’re here for the first time or an UWE old-timer there is so much here to get involved with, whatever your interests. During your time at University the Students’ Union is here to make sure you have the best time possible. Myself and Katy, your Student Representative President, are here to consult with you, keep you informed and represent you in order to hold the University to account and to o ensure your voice is being heard on academic and welfare issues. Our office door is always open (4th floor of F block above the bars!) so pop up and say hello! In the mean time enjoy your shiny SU guide and its many pearls of wisdom. Your Students’ Union is run BY students FOR students so get stuck in during g your time here. Gail Wilson

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SU DEMOCRACY The Students’ Union

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A key principle of UWE Students’ Union is that it is a student led and run organisation – it belongs to you.

On a day to day basis, the four elected Presidents run the Union, but there are countless opportunities for all students to be involved. The Students’ Union works democratically, so all students have the power to influence the direction and policy of the organisation regularly throughout the year. In the past student influence has ranged from deciding what brands the shop should and should not sell, to directing the Presidents on running educational campaigns – and everything in between!

are here to support and represent your views to the University and external additional organisations; however they are always looking to encourage other students to get involved in all sorts of activities such as running campaigns or organising events to name just a few.

There are hundreds of opportunities for you to be involved, just come into any SU office to find out more.

UWE students are at the very heart of the Students’ Union, and no matter whether your interest is in your educational experience, a particular hobby and society, or a particular sport that you enjoy, then UWESU has clear channels that can help you get involved.

Student Reps UWESU’s well respected Student Rep system allows students to have their voices heard on everything that affects their education – the quality of their teaching, the number of books in the library, and their access to innovative learning spaces. Each school within the university has a School Student Council, chaired by a student elected from that school – the Council process allows student input and feedback on their experience.

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Sports and Societies UWESU’s sports clubs and societies are also student run, each with their own committees and democratic structures. This means that students can really control the direction of the groups that interest them by planning and organising their own activities, social outings, and having a say in how each club and society spend their money.

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ELECTIONS As we’ve already mentioned, a core principle of the Students’ Union is that it is run by students, with both full and part time positions available. Each year the Students’ Union holds an election process where the student body gets to decide who they want to lead and run the Union for that academic year.

Every registered UWE student gets a vote, and in the 2008 elections the Union had a record number of students taking part in the process and voting for their Presidents, Vice Presidents, and Campus Chairs. The full list of elected students can be found on the right.

Election week is a very special time with campuses transformed by candidates’ posters and banners, and candidates attempting to convince students to vote for them, discussing their policies and manifestos, and being as visible as possible.

All the voting is done online, which means that during the week students can vote at any time of the day or night, from anywhere in the world – ensuring that wherever a UWE student is based at that time they get the opportunity to have their vote count.

The 2010 elections will take place between March 8th and 12th, with information on the posts that are available, and how you can put yourself forward as a candidate from January 2010. Even if you don’t stand in the election, it’s really important to use your vote as the students that are elected have the responsibility of representing your student interests, both within the university, and further afield!

Elected Presidents 09/10: SRC President: Katy Phillips SRC Vice President: Gail Wilson Sports President: Nadia Harding Activities President: Will Harding

Campus Chairs: Glenside Chair: Katie Halstead & Judy Clipsom (jobshare) St Matt’s Chair: Kaley Macis & Jordan Sullivan (jobshare) Bower Ashton Chair: Mark Hughes Hartpury Chair: Kate Ezra Sports Vice President: Jennifer O’Neill Activities Vice-President: Nicholas Williams

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UWESU AGM Each year in November, the Students’ Union holds an Annual General Meeting – this is a meeting that is open for all registered UWE students to attend to hear about what the Union has been doing in the last year, ask the Presidents questions on their work, and to discuss and debate issues that are affecting students. The 2009 AGM is planned for the 26th November, and will be held at the Frenchay campus. There will be a lot more information nearer the time available on uwesu.org/AGM.

Motions can also be submitted to other Union meetings throughout the year. The Student Representative Council, Activities Council, and Sports Council all consider and debate motions, and each of these meet five times in each academic year.

Every student that attends the AGM holds speaking and voting rights in the meeting.

In the past few years AGMs have debated a number of things that affect students and the debates are always interesting to observe and consider, even if you don’t want to speak yourself.

Any student can submit motions for debate at the AGM, but this always has to be done in advance of the meeting. If you are interested in submitting a motion then it’s a good idea to speak to people within the Union beforehand who can advise on the format and style of motions before you submit it – just come in to any SU office and ask for some information on submitting motions. You could also contact one of the Presidents or other elected students within the Union to discuss submitting a motion – they can give you ideas about what to include, and you can ask them to provide you with information.

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STUDENT REPS Student Reps are students who act as a link between the students and the University. They represent students at University level meetings and Students’ Union meetings. Here at UWE we have one of the strongest and most active student rep systems in the country, something which we are very proud of.

Many of our student reps work together to campaign on issues from buses to lecture times or on many other issues they feel are affecting their student experience. Over the past few years reps have made some fantastic changes at the University such as 24 hour library opening on Frenchay Campus.

What would i use my student rep for?

The student reps are your voice at the University. They will be the ones the University asks when they want student opinion, so it’s important to tell them what you think. Every course at every level should have at least one student rep. If you have an issue specifically about your course or the University in general you can take it to your student rep. Student reps sit on a wide variety of meetings from course level meetings to discussions with Faculty Executives. They also have regular contact with Students’ Union presidents so whatever your issue or query, they will be able to help. If you don’t know who your rep is, then you can contact us at the email address shown on the next page.

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What does a student rep do?

Being a student rep is about representing the views of UWE students to the University and the Union. This is mainly done through meetings held by both the Union and the University. There are only about two or three meetings a term so it’s really easy to do along with your studies and other commitments. If you are interested in getting more involved you can sit on more committees from top University meetings sitting alongside the Vice Chancellor to being a member of the Students’ Union meetings, giving you a direct say on how the Students’ Union is run.

Attending meetings is just a small part of being a student rep. Being a rep offers you loads of exciting opportunities to get involved with things such as organising events and working on national student campaigns. If you are interested in improving the University, you are bound to find something you can be involved in!

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Why become a rep?

Becoming a rep is a great way to learn new skills and make new friends. It also gives you the chance to get your voice heard and have a say on how the University is run.

It may be a long time before you start actively thinking about your career but being an active student rep can give you a lot of valuable skills and experiences, such as meeting skills & public speaking. All of these will look great on your CV. Being a student rep at UWE is an experience where you will get to meet loads of other people. Reps often work closely with other reps on problems and issues. Reps also celebrate in style with the annual Student Rep Awards, where certificates and prizes are awarded in a variety of categories. As a rep you also get the chance to receive an attendance allowance of £6.43 per hour for time spent in meetings.

However the best thing about becoming a rep is getting the chance to speak out and change things for the better!

How do i become a rep?

Reps for each course and level will be elected in your faculty in the first few weeks of term. If you don’t know who is arranging this, then you can either ask a module or programme leader, or get in touch with the Students’ Union using the details below, and one of the dedicated Rep Coordinators will be able to point you in the right direction!

Once you have become a rep then you can receive training and support from the Students’ Union and get involved with lots of different aspects of the Union like writing articles about student reps for the Western Eye or helping with the Student Rep Hour on Hub radio! We are looking for student reps from any background and with any experience – so get in touch!

www.uwesu.org/reps studentreps@uwe.ac.uk 0117 32 82580

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ETHICS & ENVIRONMENT At UWESU we are committed to improving our position on ethical and environmental matters. Large and small changes can make a big difference to our environmental impact and awareness of issues within the student body.

As a union we are affiliated to the NUS (National Union of Students) and as such are part of NUSSL (NUS Services Ltd) which is their commercial section. NUSSL sorts out (amongst other things) the beer deal, and also helps us to become more environmentally friendly. They believe strongly in constructive engagement with companies who are known to have issues, such as CocaCola. Because we join forces with other unions to make bulk purchases through NUSSL, we actually have a strong voice when trying to improve companies’ practices.

We have also taken part in NUSSL’s Sound Impact awards, which is essentially an audit of our practices. We’ve looked at ways to reduce our carbon footprint, and last year, we achieved bronze. This year we’re going for Bronze or Silver!

Our UWESU shops now charge for plastic carrier bags to deter use. All profits from this go towards environmental campaigns. To complement this, we are selling ‘bags for life’ at a reduced rate. Our shops also stock “One water”, a bottled water project, set up where all the profits fund water pumps in Africa.

It’s not just the commercial activity though…A few years ago the Student Council voted to not reimburse any petrol bought from Esso petrol stations due to issues with the company, which affects all trips undertaken on UWESU business, including society and sports trips.

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When you buy a drink from the bar or buy something from the shop your money goes directly back into enhancing your student experience.

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SPORTS How to join a sport or society...

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Join a sport or society online www.uwesu.org/register (if you registered last year click on update)

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Pay your membership fee. This can be done online, at Freshers’ Fair, or a UWESU Site Office.

Get your membership details added to the reverse of your membership card and access the Sports and Activities Code of Practice. This can be done at the Sports & Activities Centre, Frenchay Campus or any UWESU Site Office. To be covered by UWESU insurance it is essential that you complete your membership online, including next of kin details and have paid the membership fee in full before taking part in any activity.

How can you get involved?

Your first port of call is UWESU Freshers’ Fairs where all of our sports and activities will be showcased by its members for you to sample. At the UWESU Frenchay Freshers’ Fair demonstrations will take place to tell you all about what is involved in specific Sports. If you miss any of these then just come and speak to any member of staff in the Sports and Activities Centre (5th floor of F-block, Frenchay campus), visit the websites or go to your UWESU Site Office. It’s never too late to join any activity so when Freshers’ Week is over and you realise that all your housemates are part of the Ultimate Frisbee team, pop into the UWESU Sports and Activities Centre for details on how to join.

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How can you set up a new sport or society?

How about starting a ‘We love Neighbours’ society? Or get your friends together to introduce a table tennis club.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the current list then we will support you in establishing the activity. To start up a new sports club you need 25 people interested and at least three committee members; for a society you need three committee members and have 15 people interested.

Once the sport or society has been ratified through the Sports or Activities Council, committee members need to attend committee training and then you’re away.

Social Sport...

UWESU Sport, in conjunction with the University, provide leagues and tournaments in several sports offering a competitive, fun and relaxed opportunity for all UWE students irrespective of ability. We’ll provide you with just about everything you need from free first aid training to free official’s courses. So sign up on your own and we’ll put you in a team or come prepared with a group of mates.

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SPORTS Welcome UWE Students!

Hey, I am newly elected Sports President for the Students’ Union. I triumphed this position in the elections with the use of the slogan ‘Go Nads’ plastering the walls of UWE. UWE Sport offers you the chance to try new challenges and engage YOUR passions within Sport. Offering students the chance to run for Committee Positions and Coordinate Events!

I have been involved with uwe sport ever since I arrived.

Just graduated from a degree in Media and Drama on St Matt’s. I joined the Canoe Club in my first year and became a committee member in my second and third year. In 2009 I gained position as Competitions Officer on the Sports Executive.

This year I intend to establish some innovative changes.

Enhance students experience and engagement within sports for students to have AWESOME experiences.

Improve the Varsity series and allow more sports to get involved – embrace the rivalry!!

I intend to put the Students Voice at the heart of the new developments on the HP land. It is also important that under represented groups and ALL students are catered for at UWE. SOS: If you want to get involved in any sports or events just drop me an email! Have an awesome time at UWE, my advice is to embrace the opportunities sports and societies have to offer!

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American Football Athletics Badminton Basketball Men Basketball Women Boat Boxing Canoe Climbing Cricket Fencing Football Men Football Women Gliding Golf Hockey Ice Hockey Jiu-Jitsu Kickboxing Mountain Bike ng Mountain & Hillwalking Netball Polo Riding Rugby Men Rugby Women Sailing Skydive Snowsports Squash Sub Aqua Surf lo Swimming & Waterpolo Tae Kwon Do Tennis Trampolining Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Windsurf

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ACTIVITIES Hey my name is Will; I am your elected Activities President for 09-10.

Most of you are probably wondering what the Activities President does within their role. Well in short, if it’s fun, then it’s most likely to come through me. I’m responsible for Societies, Entertainment, Commercial services (the UWESU bars and shops), Student Media (the newspaper, magazine and radio) and RAG (Raise and Give).

I also look after campaigns and environmental issues. There is no idea too big or an issue too small, we want to hear it all.

We are here to empower your ideas and support your campaigns. The student body has a massive impact on how the university, community and external businesses make their decisions. This is why it is so important to make sure your voice is heard.

So remember UWESU is here not only to represent you but also to give your student voice volume so that a difference can be made.

I work for you so please contact me anytime or even stop me on campus to tell me your thoughts.

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SOCIETIES Anime Societies at university can cover everything from supporting your cultural and religious needs, to helping Archaos run an activity, nurturing an interest, helping you Bar School to meet people with similar political views, helping Chess add value to your course, or getting involved with Combat Karate creative things like music and drama. You could try Comets cheerleading, join the history society, play paintball, Cheerleading Squad learn to appreciate real ale, run club nights, attend Dance psychology debates - all manner of things!

Drama Society Engineering The best thing is that societies are run by students, for Forensic Science students. So, if there isn’t something that grabs you from the extensive list, then you can apply to set a new Hellenic one up! It’s really easy to do and we have dedicated History staff and myself to help you throughout the year.

Islamic LINKS (St Johns If there is one you like, have a look at their website Ambulance) and find out a bit more about it. Come along to one Live Music of the Freshers’ Fairs and speak to the committee if Malaysian Student you have any questions. Although it’s easiest at the Association beginning of the year when there are lots of new Out (LGBT) people, it’s never too late to join. If you miss out at the Paintball start of the year and change your mind later, they are sure to welcome you with open arms.

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RAISE & GIVE Raise and Give is something of a university institution across the country. UWE’s RAG committee consists of a group of enthusiastic students dedicated to putting on events and having fun while raising a significant amount of money for charity.

Throughout the year RAG holds events such as speed dating, pub quizzes, city centre collections and raffles to raise money for charities both locally and nationally. In 2007/08 RAG supported local Bristol charity, Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal, and national charities, Health Unlimited and National Aids Trust.

RAG’s most popular events are their termly bar crawls. Taking you on a tour of the finest establishments in Bristol, over 200 fellow students take it in turn to follow the marshals and see what the city centre has to offer.

The highlight of the RAG year is RAG Week, this year to be held in February.

This is a culmination of the committee’s hard work; over £1,500 was raised last year. Events ranged from a pizza speed-eating competition, comedy night and the now legendary Sauce-a-Sabb. This event pitted the four UWESU Presidents head-to-head in a race to avoid raising the least money and becoming covered in pizza sauce supplied by our sponsor Dominos Pizza. Despite raising over £180, Activities President, Alice was covered in tomatoes!

But the best thing about RAG is that it’s all done by you! If you have a cause or event you want to support then the committee can help you sort this out. We’ve helped hold cake sales, balloon races and Fashion Shows – all ideas given to us by students to support their chosen charities. So whether you want to hold an event or just take part, come along and have some fun, knowing that you’re helping raise money for charities at the same time.

For information and details of the first events of the year, see the website:

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Volunteering has grown massively at UWE over the last three years. Last year it went off with a bang: many students got involved in leading their own projects, events and campaigns with support and funding from the Junction49 university project.

Whether you want to hold an environmental campaign, a sports day, a kids tea party or a photography exhibition, UWESU has a dedicated member of staff to guide and assist you in taking your idea forward to turn it into reality. As a student you are in a great position to benefit the local community and make a difference, whilst gaining skills for your CV. There is an array of different things you can get involved in as a volunteer at UWESU including being a committee member of a club or society, writing articles or having a radio show as part of student media, taking part in a one-off project, volunteering at a local school or doing IT or conservation work for a local charity, as well as degree related work placements.

Volunteering can be on or off campus, with or without your friends! It is a perfect way to meet new people. If you want any further information about anything mentioned here; contact Helen Seacombe your Volunteer Support Officer who will help you find a volunteering opportunity that is right for you.

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STUDENT MEDIA UWESU Student Media encompasses the student newspaper, Western Eye, the magazine, WestWorld, the radio station, Hub Radio, and the UWESU website. All these forms of media provide a wide range of opportunities for you to get involved in. So if you fancy trying something new or have an ambition to work in media then we want to hear from you.

Western Eye Getting involved in your student newspaper, Western Eye, is your chance to make your mark at UWE. Produced monthly, the Western Eye has been running for eight years and is written by students for students. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in journalism and expand your creativity by bringing fresh ideas to the newspaper and being part of a committed and lively team. The Western Eye informs students of current SU and University issues, events, campaigns, UWE sports and societies, features, reviews, and also a healthy debate section, all crammed into one exciting newspaper. The online version is available at:

www.uwesu.org/westerneye Westworld Westworld is our UWESU magazine which covers student life and culture in Bristol, using a fresh and vibrant style. We bring you everything from hard hitting features and investigations to glossy fashion shoots and music. Westworld relies on sharp design and friendly interpretation to provide everything you need to know as a student.

To get involved in Western Eye or Westworld contact Marcus Siddall, this year’s Publications Editor on: Tel: 0117 32 82842 or email: Western.Eye@uwe.ac.uk

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Hub Radio Think you’ve got what it takes to be the next Chris Moyles, Annie Mac or Zane Lowe?

If so then get involved with Hub Radio, UWE’s pride of AM and internet radio station. Join the Hub Radio team and you can enjoy working in all sorts of roles, from presenting and producing to graphic design and creative management. Listen to us on 1449AM or visit:

www.hubradio.co.uk We broadcast throughout the year. Consider us the voice and ears that link you, the UWE students and the best that Bristol and UWESU has to offer. With ticket giveaways and live events, plus loads of wicked tunes, why wouldn’t you want to be a part of it all? If you want to get involved then contact the station manager Simon Bishop on: 0117 32 8140 or hub.info@uwe.ac.uk

The Student Media Centre at Frenchay provides a home to most of the student media activities and can be found in room 5F9 (top floor of Students’ Union).

To find out more about student media visit:

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ENTERTAINMENTS UWESU run entertainments on each campus. These range from standup comedy, quizzes, poll competitions, live music, film showings, karaoke, clubnights and other events ran by students.

At Frenchay we are lucky enough to have two venues, Escape Bar for the traditional student pub feel, and Red Bar with its set up for djs and bands.

Both venues offer food and a social space during the day, then somewhere to relax or party in the evening. All of the campus bars are available for hire.

We also run nights in the centre of Bristol, as lots of our students live there.

Our indie/electro night, Gorilla Audio, will be back by popular demand next year, after starting with a bang over a year ago. This night is run with massive input from Hub Radio, at Thekla, a club on a boat! We’ll also have a Sports Night every month in town, which is perfect for the sports teams who have competed in the afternoon and are ready to celebrate /commiserate. We’re also teaming up with Bristol’s superclub ‘The Syndicate’ to bring you the Unofficial WeekEnd every Tuesday for the biggest student party with great deals every week.

We also run some big events like the SnowBall in December, our formal party to celebrate the end of the first term. Get your tickets quickly because they will sell out!

This year we are re-launching the entertainments committee (ENTS Committee), if you sign up for only £3 you will get half price dominos for the year free large-up’s with any meal from McDonalds (Filton McDonalds only) Good times!! If you feel passionate about entertainments and would like to be included in setting up your own events let me know (or maybe it’s a good idea just for cheapo food, wink wink). Please look out for us at fresher’s fair, guaranteed you won’t miss us with special guest appearances from the HULK, a traditional African band and some scary ass dinosaurs, it will be one crazy party you wouldn’t want to miss out on.

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SU BARS Glenside The Glenside Student Centre bar is run for the students by students with regular evening events including quizzes, pub crawls, comedy, karaoke and themed nights. They have pool tables, TVs, a great beer garden and games machines to keep you all occupied. The bar is popular for its varied menu which offers good food and excellent value for money. So come on in and try a ciabatta melt or a breakfast baguette. ETopUp and cashback facilities are available from the bar.

Bower Ashton Come and chill out in the FoCA bAR and sample the coffee of the month or one of the many speciality fair trade teas, coffee and snacks here.

The bar is also stocked with alcoholic and cold soft drinks. FoCA bAR holds regular quiz, film and open mic nights as well as DJs and live music, and the summer BBQs on the patio are always great events. There is also a permanent exhibition space for students to show their work.

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St Matt’s The bar hosts regular events including live music, quizzes, open mic nights and has the reputation of being the liveliest bar at UWE. If you want to just chill between lectures, check out our plush sofas, big screen, baked potatoes, toasties and the best coffee anywhere on campus.

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Frenchay UWE Students’ Union runs two bars on the Frenchay campus. Both are situated in F Block and are the hub of all things social on campus.

Escape Bar is on the ground floor and is open from 8am until late at night. Your local pub on campus serves a range of alcoholic and soft drinks and value for money fast food and home cooked meals. We host weekly live music nights every Thursday, karaoke every Friday night and its the only place to watch sports with five plasma screens and two brand new projector screens.

Red, just above Escape Bar, on the second floor has a relaxed atmosphere during the day serving a range of food from snacks to homemade meals. By night, Red is home to a range of events from silent discos to comedy nights and regular club nights. We also have a weekly quiz night every Sunday with cash prizes. So whether you want to chill in the comfy sofas or dance the night way, this place has it all.

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JOBSHOP Once the feeling of being flush disappears and the concept of reality kicks in, take the stress out of looking for employment and come to the JobShop. The UWESU JobShop is the number one place for students to find out about thousands of part time jobs and full time holiday jobs, both on campus and from hundreds of different employers around the Bristol area. The JobShop also offers tips on specific job hunting, advice on employment rights, tax and National Insurance.

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All the latest job details can be found in the JobShop at Frenchay which is located on the patio outside Red or on special notice boards at other UWE campuses; they can also be viewed on the website. The best way to keep right up to date is to register for the free JobShop email which is sent out every Monday night. All you need to do is register! it’s free!

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Halley Nursery is situated at Frenchay Campus and provides high quality care and education for the children of students, employees and the local community.

Frenchay nursery opened its doors on the second week of September 2007 and is registered to provide care for 62 children aged 3 months to 5 years. Halley Frenchay is an all year round provision but there are term time places allocated to students and employees every year.

The nursery is purpose built and has access to a large outdoor area that provides opportunities for physical play and natural observations.

Halley Nursery offers French lessons and dancing lessons and a variety of extra curricular activities, including frequent outings and visits to the zoo and farms. In March 2008, the nursery received the “Healthy Eating Pre-school” award which rewards the efforts of the setting in providing healthy snacks and to promote healthy eating and exercising amongst children and parents.

In addition to the activities stated, the nursery has become affiliated with the “Sing and Sign” programme. The practitioners use signs during singing time and encourage the younger babies and children to say and sign in order to express their needs/wishes effectively. Future plans include sing and sign training sessions for parents who are interested in the scheme.

If you wish to obtain more information on the nursery, please contact Alex Morfaki-Williams, the Nursery Manager, or visit the website.

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SU SERVICES Frenchay Printshop (4F Frenchay) The UWESU PrintShop is the epicentre of information about the services that the Students’ Union provides. As well as meeting all of your printing and copying needs, additional services are available, from binding, laminating and faxing, to entertainment ticket sales, and the provision of bus information.

It is also at the PrintShop that you can buy student rate bus tickets and collect a UWESU membership card if you need a replacement.

E-bookshop Need a place to sell your old text books or need to pick up some books on the cheap? Then take a look at the SU’s online second hand book shop. www.uwesu.org/ebookshop

Frenchay Laundrette Being a dirty student is a matter of choice as you have the option of using the UWESU laundrette. It is located below the SU shop and it is open during the week from 8am – 10pm and at the weekends from 9am – 10pm. There are six washing machines, with prices starting at £2.40 and four tumble dryers, which take 20p coins.

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SU SHOPS We have a Students’ Union Shop at each campus in Bristol. Frenchay is the largest of the four to support all the students that live and study on campus. We have many food offers including our fantastic Meal Deal and a brand new service starting in September. ‘A Grab & Go’ hot food service in conjunction with Ginsters means pies, pasties etc will be available to take away in just 90 seconds! We stock discounted newspapers from only 30p, or you can pick up a free copy of the student newspaper Western Eye. You can purchase a large range of products from Fairtrade coffee for only £1 to your favourite coloured Hoodie from £21.99. Come check us out for this week’s best deals! Other ranges include soft drinks, sandwiches, crisps and snacks, alcoholic drinks, chilled foods (including vegetarian), overseas range, Fairtrade products, groceries, confectionery, health & beauty products, tobacco, over the counter medicine, stamps, funky cards, computer supplies, gifts, memorabilia, clothing. The list goes on… We have some excellent Freshers’ offers so make sure you find us, and keep coming back! We have new stock and offers throughout the term, but if you can’t find what you need, just ask our friendly, helpful team.

Frenchay opening hours During Term Time Monday to Friday - 8am-10pm Saturday - 10am-10pm Sunday - 12 noon-10pm

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St Matt’s Can be found not far from the Bar and next to the SU Office. We also offer the fantastic Meal Deal, along with lots of other great offers. This year we have a small range of St Matt’s UWE Hoodies (special print run). We have a small range of all your essentials and look forward to meeting you.

Opening hours Mon to Fri 8.30am - 3.30pm (Closed Weekends & out of Term)

Bower Ashton Is located opposite the SU Office. Our friendly team are always ready to help you. We have a small range of your daily essentials and have a good vegetarian selection. We can also supply you with a range of photography products as well as the fantastic Meal Deal and UWE Hoodies.

Glenside Located within the Glenside Student Centre. This friendly little shop can supply you with many basics. We also have a small section of nursing essentials and UWE Glenside Hoodies (special print run). Don’t miss us on your way in!

Opening hours Mon to Fri 8.30am - 3.30pm (Closed Weekends & out of Term)

Hartpury You can purchase UWE Hartpury hoodies from our Admin office at Hartpury in a range of colours.

Our on-line shop enables you to check out all the ranges and colours available before you arrive:

www.uwesu.org/uweshop

Opening hours Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Wed 9.30 - 3.00 (Closed Weekends & out of Term)

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ADVICE & WELFARE

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Life is never easy but sometimes things get that little bit too tough to deal with alone. Whether it’s advice or guidance you need, the Advice Service provides free, confidential and non-judgemental support on a range of issues. We deal with housing, academic, financial, employment and legal issues - for more information just pop in and see us.

The Advice Centre is based on the patio by Red Bar, next to the Jobshop at Frenchay and is staffed by two advisers. You can drop in, call or email. If you are not based at Frenchay you can still access us; we have an experienced adviser covering Glenside and St. Matt’s on Monday and Wednesday during term time and we visit Bower Ashton on Tuesdays during term time.

The Advice Service is independent from the University which means that anything you tell us will not appear on your student file. We will not speak to any UWE member of staff about you unless we have your signed authorisation to do so and anything you tell us will be in the strictest confidence.

Academic Matters The majority of students who study at UWE have few problems on their course, however, some students do and that’s when we are here to help. We can help you write letters and can accompany you to any meetings you may have. Most of UWE’s procedures have time limits in which to act so it is very important that if you receive a letter from your faculty about an assessment offence, meeting or anything else you do not ignore it. Come and see us for assistance.

Accommodation Whether you are in UWE, Unite or private accommodation, we can advise you on your rights and responsibilities. If something is going wrong at home then please come in.

We can advise you on your options, help you write letters and accompany you to meetings you may have with Accommodation Services.

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Drop in at 2F Patio We are open Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm including summer holidays.

Some useful tips for when you first move in to your new home….

Inventories To avoid being blamed for damage you didn’t do, it is important that you complete an inventory on the first day you move in.

If your landlord or agent does not provide one you should complete one yourself; make sure you record the state of everything in the house, including tiny defects. Also make a note of the items of furniture in the house and take photos with a date camera of each room. This should ensure that you receive your full deposit back when you leave.

Any deposit paid after 6th April 2007 may need to be protected by your landlord. For information about the Tenancy Deposit Protection scheme contact the Advice Centre.

Council Tax The University sends a list of all full-time registered students to the council, so you shouldn’t get a bill but sometimes mistakes happen. You might have to prove to the council that you are a fulltime student so you will need a letter confirming your student status from your faculty office which you then send to Bristol City Council. Those students living in UWE managed Halls of Residence are automatically exempt from Council Tax.

TV Licences If you live in a house, a flat or UWE halls and have your own tenancy agreement (only signed by you and the landlord/agent) then you will need your own TV licence. However, if you have a joint tenancy then you will only need one TV licence for the whole house. It is important that you buy a licence because without one you can be fined up to £1,000.

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Employment To help supplement your studies it is likely that you will need to get a part-time job. However, it is important that you do not work too many hours; the University recommend that you do not work more than fifteen hours a week. You have rights as an employee and we can help you through any problems you might be experiencing.

Money Money is a problem for most students and sitting down and planning your budget may not be fun but it is essential if you are to survive as a student. Make yourself aware of what extra funds you are eligible for and apply for them in good time. All the Students’ Union offices stock application forms for the funds that UWE can offer you and we can also help you fill them out.

The Advice Service is here for you! We will try to help you with whatever problem you may be having, and if we cannot help then we will find someone who can!

Wellbeing Centre The Octagon is home to UWE’s Wellbeing Centre. The University has recently gone through a review of its faith and spirituality provision resulting in an exciting framework for services at the Octagon. This has led to a focus on faith, spirituality, health and wellbeing provision. The team is here to help staff and students engage and explore their issues related to personal growth and community development.

To find out more contact Peter Johnson, Head of the Wellbeing Centre on: 0771 32 82334. peter5.johnson@uwe.ac.uk

UWE Student Services Student Services is a University department based on the Frenchay campus, although staff do visit students at the other sites.

The department comprises a number of support services for students, including Career Development Unit, Disability Service, Counselling & Psychological Services and Student, Advice & Welfare Services.

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It is where the School of Creative Arts is situated and is a lively and dynamic community of more than 1,600 students and a close network of staff. It is situated on the edge of the beautiful parkland of the Ashton Court Estate (home to Ashton Court Mansion, the Bristol Balloon Fiesta) and is close to Bristol’s city centre and the popular student residential areas of Hotwells, Southville and Bedminster. The faculty also has studio space close by at The Tobacco Factory and Spike Island and also in the heart of the city at Bush House, the home of Arnolfini.

The Students’ Union Office at Bower Ashton provides access to all union services. We offer an independent Advice Service, a JobShop so you can find work relevant to your skills and location, membership to all sports clubs and societies, and a diverse range of entertainment.

Opportunities to get involved are broad. We can also put you in touch with the University’s Student Services (counselling, disability support, careers advice and more general advice and welfare services), simply call into the SU office and we can book you an appointment.

The Campus Committee organise loads of events and entertainment for you to get involved with. It is also home to The Yellow Revolution, a creative community founded by students to facilitate extra-curricular activity and collaborative experimentation. The Yellow Revolution organises projects and creative social events such as installations, discussion parties and drawing battles to provide students with opportunities for cross-course interaction. To see their most recent stuff visit www.myspace.com/yellowrevolution.

Whether you are based at Bower Ashton or simply live near by you’ll receive a warm welcome from the team here next year.

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Frenchay Campus is the place where most students are based and home to the Frenchay Village which houses 2000 students every year. This is the main UWE campus and thus where most of the activity happens. So during Freshers’ Week this is where all the major events take place, from the Allstars Party, to the celebrated Freshers’ Fair.

Frenchay is home to most of the Union’s services and in the UWESU building (F Block) you can find the Presidents, the Advice Centre, the Student Rep Support Team, the Printshop, the Media Centre (which is home to the student newspaper, Western Eye, student magazine, Westworld and the Hub radio station) and the Sports and Activities Centre (which caters for all sports and societies).

If you feel like a drink or something to eat then the Union offers two bars, the Escape Bar and Red Bar. Both serve alcoholic and soft drinks as well as hot and cold food from light lunches to big dinners. If you need to grab a snack, buy a newspaper, pick up a forgotten birthday card or purchase your student hoodie then there is the Union shop, situated underneath the Red Bar terrace. Also on Frenchay campus near to the Union shop, is Natwest bank and Blackwell’s bookshop, for all your financial and literary needs respectively.

If entertainment or relaxation is needed the UWESU bars are open in the evening so join in the quiz nights, watch live football or play pool.

The University has its bars, coffee shops, a refectory, 24 hour library, reception and IT labs close by.

Both First buses and Ulink operate from Frenchay Campus, taking you to the city centre and all other UWE campuses. Bus tickets can be brought from the Students’ Union reception on floor 4 of F block. Mega Bus now stops at Frenchay Campus enabling cheap and easy travel.

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All UWESU activities at this Campus are held in the Glenside Student Centre (GSC), by car park 11. You’ll find the Students’ Union bar, the friendliest bar around, where all the action takes place. This is a student run bar with regular evening events, ranging from quizzes, pubcrawls, regular theme nights and live bands. GSC has free Wi-Fi access, a late night internet cafe, pool tables, plasma screens and a great beer garden. The bar is renowned for its great food so come and try a full English breakfast or a lunch time special; we are much cheaper than Traders and any profit goes back into the services the Students’ Union provides. A wide selection of drinks are also available: a Glenside Special Hot Chocolate is not to be missed. The bar provides cashback, very useful as there is no cashpoint on the Campus and a shop for chocolate, crisps, cigarettes and a sandwich if you are in a rush.

The Students’ Union office is located in the GSC for your personal, academic and welfare needs. The staff are always happy to help out in any way they can and if we can’t we will point you in the right direction. If you need a uniform for your course you will soon know where we are, as the Students’ Union office at Glenside co-ordinates the sizing/handout/replacements and exchanges of all uniforms - a big task indeed!

Glenside is well known for its sense of community and friendship, with an active student campus committee, who organise most of the student events with our wonderful Glenside Angels, who give up their time voluntarily and ensure as a new student, that you meet new people and settle in. There are plenty of ways to become involved and get more out of your time at UWE than just a degree. Everyone is welcome so come on in and join the fun! We look forward to seeing you in September.

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Close to the City, Frenchay and Glenside, and home to a feisty lot of students, this campus has pro active students to ensure a full events timetable for the year ahead!

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The Harry Potter Campus. St Matt’s has a traditional English sunken lawn surrounded by fantastic 19th century buildings. Close to the City, Frenchay and Glenside, and home to a feisty lot of students, including Humanities and Drama, we’re also the base for societies and clubs including the Comets Cheerleading squad, Karate, Kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, Fencing, and the UWE Pool and Women’s Football teams. UWESU run a shop, office and bar here.

The Bar is small enough for people to get to know each other, and the campus supports a lively social scene, centred around the Bar. Highlights from last year: regular Live Music Night, Quiz Night, Open Mic Nights, DJ Fridays, Comedy Nights, Christmas Panto, 60s Night, Poker Night, Halloween, Murder Mystery Night and Slay The Dragon (St George’s Day).

If you just want to chill between lectures, check out our plush sofas, big Screen, baked potatoes, toasties and salad bar, and the best coffee.

People get together to work and revise, with computer access and WiFi. The Campus Committee (CC) take their role very seriously, last year organising film screenings, talks, presentations from Stop the War Society, Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance (SHAG) Week and the International Explosion of Culture and Sustainability Fair. CC also surveyed students about what else they wanted in their Bar and as a result have commissioned some original artwork and permanent display frames for exhibitions of work from Media Students.

Freshers’ Fair is a great place to network. Our film, media and drama types draw all sorts of arts organisations, and if you come down to St Matt’s you’ll doubtless be asked to become a tv extra whatever you’re studying. It’s easy to chat to UWESU Clubs and Societies here, where you’ll find 50 stalls all in one place, with free tea and coffee all week.

As for networking, there’re more chatrooms about St Matt’s than you can shake a stick at! Anything else you need, then just ask a Freshers’ Angel, you’ll spot the red T-Shirts - they’re dying to be helpful, or just introduce you to our cat. (Yes, Boris and Shoba live here too)

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HARTPURY Hartpury is set in acres of greenery and woodland a few miles from both Cheltenham and Gloucester. Hartpury provides courses in Equinerelated subjects and Sport as well as housing part of the School of Health and Social Care. It has great facilities including a Sports Academy, extensive Equine facilities and is a training ground for both Cheltenham Town Football Club and Gloucester Rugby Club.

In the Old Sports Hall is your SU Office, open from 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. It’s there to help you with any academic, financial or personal issues, info on being a Student Rep and Jobshop. Feel free to just pop in for advice of any sort, leaflets, hooded sweatshirts, UWESU/NUS cards or maybe just someone to chat to.

Also in the Old Sports Hall is Legends Bar. This is your place of entertainment in the evenings and your Common room during the day. Here you can get a coffee, play pool, watch television or just chill out. This is also the only place on campus where you can eat your own packed lunch.

Opening hours are 8am until late evening.

Join our ‘Legends Sports Bar @hartpury college’ facebook group to get early details of all events, promos and special prices available thoughout Freshers’ Week and beyond.

The Students’ Union is here to help you make the most of your time here at Hartpury. Welcome and see you in September.

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AREAS / PG 68 CLUBS / PG 72 PUBS / PG 76 BARS / PG 82 LGBT / PG 86 GIG VENUES / PG 88 EAT OUTS / PG 90 BRISTOL CULTURE / PG 94 CINEMAS / PG 99 SPORT / PG 101 CIDER! CIDER! CIDER! / PG 102 BEATS, BLEEPS AND BASE / PG 106 BRISTOL FASHION / PG 108 NOT JUST BANKSY / PG 110

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AREAS Bristol City Centre is as diverse and distinctive as its surrounding areas. Cabot Circus, only just installed is said to be one of the top five UK shopping destinations, and such dwarfs The Galleries (city centre mall) to dominate the Broadmead cityscape with its imposing concrete facade welcoming visitors and inhabitants to our city. The old part of the city accommodates some of Bristol’s most historic buildings; from Corn Street to Queens Square, the area oozes antiquity.

The Harbourside combines the old and the new with its trendy bars and clubs, cosmopolitan feel and modern living. However, reminders of Bristol’s maritime past are evident throughout the area. The West End stretches from the Hippodrome theatre to the top of Park Street, encompassing Bristol Cathedral and the Council House. SP

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Bishopston and St Andrews are situated around some of the best bars and cafes in Bristol for those willing to pay a little more rent whilst still staying on the main bus routes to Frenchay Campus. The Independent newspaper once declared Gloucester Road as the “last great British high street” for its eclectic mix of shops, cafes and bars, and unique atmosphere. Gloucester Road is the place to go for fancy dress with countless charity shops. JM

Bedminster and Southville are tucked away in the south of the city.

Victoria Park is large, leafy and great for getting some fresh air. Nearby is the Windmill Hill City Farm, a community project which encourages a greater understanding of farming and sustainable living. Bedminster’s Fiddlers is one of Bristol’s best kept secrets, hosting consistently outstanding gigs.

Not strictly in Southville, but just to the north of the Bower Ashton campus, the Ashton Court Estate is the home of the Bristol Balloon Fiesta. TP

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Clifton is one of those places that seems to have everything; clean, bustling, great facilities, lively and friendly. With a big student population from both UWE and Bristol there is always a busy night somewhere and some friendly banter to be had. With Clifton Village there is a beautiful village with great pubs and bars, and with the Suspension Bridge only a stones throw away, there’s always a striking view to accompany your pint.

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Redland. Your average student won’t dream of living here for many years to come after graduation but if you can afford the slightly more expensive rent it’s a student’s dream.

The Downs on your doorstep, Gloucester Road and Whiteladies Road; the two gateways to a great night out just a stones throw away, whilst living amongst the more affluent Bristolians. This does mean you have to consider the family next door, an expensive local and really hard quizzes but the large Georgian houses, whilst hard to heat, are good fun to live in. Transport to UWE via the new Ulink U5 route should enable cheap and easy travel. TP 70

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Fishponds. Very convenient for access to St Matt’s and Glenside, this is a heavily populated student area. You will find banks, supermarkets, a post office, launderettes, take away restaurants and local pubs: everything a student needs. Fishponds is far from the hustle and bustle of the town centre, but the Ulink flyer makes town very accessible.

Beautiful parks and greens give life to the predominately dour buildings and a Farmers’ Market visits fortnightly. PC

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Ashley Down, Filton and Horfield. Due to their affordable accommodation and location, around halfway between the city centre and the Frenchay campus, these areas are popular with students. Well served by bus routes and within walking/cycling distance of the campus. Horfield is home to the Memorial Stadium, home to Bristol Rovers and Bristol Rugby. Students in the area tend to head down towards Gloucester Road for a drink; the Inn on the Green and the Tinto Lounge are also popular. The area also offers the newly-revamped Horfield Leisure Centre. AW 65

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CLUBS The Black Swan. Find the entrance to Bristol’s arguably grimiest club and you’re in for a real treat. That’s if you like treats consisting of filthy bass-laden tunes oozing enough energy to give Einstein a semi, low ceilings with built-in water sprinklers (definitely not dripping sweat) and a crowd of people ‘Frank’ was invented for but clearly never spoke to. A spacious outdoor area offers a welcome reprieve to the chaos that ensues at this infamous Bristol establishment. RM BS5 6NR Lizard Lounge is a small club at the top of Park Street. During the week this club attracts a student crowd and will often reject entry to non-students.

It can often fill up just after 10pm on these student nights because of the cheap drink offers and reduced entry.

Once inside there are three separate bars and a small dance floor that can get very busy at its peak. A friendly crowd will normally be found and fun is usually had by all. JH BS8 1QU

Motion Skate Park is fast becoming THE Bristol venue for the best and most sought after line-ups around. It’s a skateboarder’s dream by day and a raver’s come night.

Hosting nights of pumping electro or dirty drum ‘n’ bass, ravers come in their hordes to rave the half pipe from its hinges. Outside, the chill out area is as popular as inside, and the two additional rooms ensure there’s music to suit every stage of your night. Expect to still be raving come morning light! RS BS2 0PX

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Reflex is the venue everyone at some point will have been dragged into and despite their protests loved every second!

Cheesy to the max with its décor, it has a small dance floor which gets cramped on busy nights. If you want a night of cheap drinks and music to take you through the ages then this is your venue. Reflex attracts the young and old, the horribly chavy and bog standard student alike. Good fun but you have been warned!! RS BS1 1SE Joe Publics bills itself as “Bristol’s most unique bar, music lounge and nightclub”. Not sure I agree with that, but it certainly is different. The interior is lavishly decorated as a Mini Cooper / Theatre / Aeroplane / Comic Strip depending on where you stand and is just the right size to have a great atmosphere whether it’s full to the brim or just you and your mates. There’s loads of live music on during the week (normally free entry) and a funk / soul feel on a Friday which is a nice antidote to the usual chart nonsense, but make sure you bring a full wallet! MA BS8 1QU Panache. When you’re feeling a little flash and after a venue with that extra touch of class, head to Panache. They cater for student nights as well as the average young professional. The venue is cosy when busy and its simple design means you can keep sight of your friends. You’ll sometimes see the VIP bar open, another bar which feels as exclusive as it looks. You might want to leave your trainers at home for this one! AB BS1 2LZ Versa provides the Saturday night for students.

A night full of cheap drinks, dirty dance floors and a sweaty underground room full of students gagging for good times and whatever is served up along the way. A quieter sports bar during the day with pool tables and non stop action on TV screens. TP BS9 3DU

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Dojo Lounge plays host to some of the best up and coming djs and usually provides a fun and lively evening. Although it’s quite small and gets pretty crowded on the dance floor, it doesn’t stop people always enjoying themselves and usually getting pretty wasted. It also has a little heated outdoor seating area, which can be the best place to chill and socialise once you can’t rave anymore. With a variety of different nights it is popular amongst both students and locals. JH BS1 5LJ

Thekla is one of Bristol’s best loved clubs. A constant array of internationally acclaimed musical talent performs here throughout the week.

Mondays see UWESU’s very own Gorilla Audio, Thursdays are home to Death from Above for your weekly dose of rock and on Saturday it’s Socialism for all your electro needs. Friday plays host to a rotation of much loved nights with Fruity Antics, Play, Monkey!Knife!Fight!, Shoestring, Hospitality and and finally my favourite Blowpop who’ve seen performances from Plump DJs, Stanton Warriors, too many DJs & Yoda to name but a few. You absolutely most definitely have to jump on board this ship!

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Syndicate. If you’re itching to put on your dancing shoes then Syndicate is the place for you. Their nights range from indie to urban to all out dance, throwing in nights of chart and cheese every so often for good measure. Tuesdays are UWE’s very own club night of R&B and chart music for you to dance the night away to. Over two floors, this Superclub has a generous dance floor complete with platforms and podiums. When the weekend comes, expect to see big names such as Dave Pearce or Armin van Buuren. GB BS1 2JY

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Oceana. If you’re looking for a big night out, Oceana is the perfect place to go. With its seven themed rooms, including two modern dance floors and five friendly bars, you can go for an unique journey to Tokyo, Paris, New York or Helsinki. Many discounts and drinks offers during the week make for a cheap night for students.

And everything under one roof! PC BS1 5UH The Cooler. Slotted in between the hip boutiques of Park Street lies The Cooler, a music venue come club that plays host to one of Bristol’s longest running club nights. Looking some what like one of those purple Quality Street sweets from the outside, The Cooler packs stylishly designed sofas and a bar into a very small space, creating an atmosphere whether half packed or full to the brim. Club Kute is popular among students on a Saturday night but be warned – drinks are pricey! SP BS1 5JG Po Na Na. Situated on the triangle, it is Bristol’s underground Moroccan palace. The intimate, cosy, candlelit atmosphere makes it at times seem quite pretentious, but if a good crowd is in coupled with its usual musical treasures it’s a hit. The dance floor is tiny so if you like your room to groove perhaps avoid, and the bar prices are expensive.

A wide and varied style of music is on offer so see what is going on before you head down there. SP BS8 1QL Timbuk2. An underground cavern bursting with life and fresh events with something for everyone. Attracting some of the uk and the world’s most influential dJs and dance music labels as well as some excellent home grown talent. Timbuk2 is a quirky venue that fits the cave like appearance of many of Bristol’s smaller underground clubs. Deceptfully big it opens its doors to a brand of like minded people who all love their music. Also available for hire as a venue for public events it will definitely be an excellent venue to host your night at! JM BS1 1DW

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PUBS The Coronation Tap is infamous for its home brewed cider, Exhibition. Only sold in half pints this stuff well and truly gets you ‘corried’. Wooden clad Georgian and Regency architecture makes for a distinct and enjoyable environment, with an atmosphere that’s always busy at the weekends and attracts a diverse crowd of locals and tourists alike. If you like your range of ciders this is the pub for you. I wouldn’t bother going if you’re only after a coke! RS BS8 4AX The White Hart is your typical student haunt, and was my favourite watering hole throughout my first year. Part of the Scream family, this pub offers additional discounts on purchasing their Scream card, we’re talking money off spirits as well as beers! Perfect meeting place to start off the night, or to spend a few hours playing pool and catching a bite to eat from a menu that doesn’t disappoint for the price. A large screen to show all sporting matches creates the perfect pub atmosphere. RS BS1 4SB

The Hatchet offers some nice pub grub during the day, and the Hatchet burger is worth a try. In the evening it gets pretty busy and has a good atmosphere. The drinks are reasonable and the beer garden is nice but has no grass! It’s tagged as Bristol’s oldest pub and most popular rock / alternative venue. It’s also a great place for a few drinks before hitting the Academy or town. LT BS1 5NA

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The Apple. The legendary cider boat of Bristol, docked conveniently around the corner from Favell House and the Rackay. A cacophony of citrus infused snifters, quality ales and beers fill the bowels of this cosy little vessel. Below deck is a warm interior with a decidedly modern feel and up top patrons can chill out under cover and watch the world float by. This is the perfect place for chilled out summertime drinks, but get there early as it’s always very popular! JM BS1 4SB

The Farm. set at the heart of St Werburghs is unofficially Bristol’s Best Summer pub.

With a large beer garden out the front, allotments on three sides and a city farm on the other, you’d be forgiven for forgetting you were in Bristol. The Farm has an excellent (or should I say “gert lush!”) selection of pub food, real ales and cider – it’s also a pretty decent place to watch the footie. But remember, it’s Bristol’s best kept secret so don’t tell too many of your friends! TP BS2 9YL

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Bristol Flyer. With a large selection of spirits, ales and wines, the Flyer offers a relaxed pub-like atmosphere whilst its surroundings are smarter and more impressive than most.

All wooden floors and rustic partplastered walls, the patio area out back provides outdoor seating for the warm summer months whilst you can seat yourself on everything from sofas to diner-style booths indoors.

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The Rising Sun. Two words come to mind: cheap and cheerful. Very popular amongst the student crowd, The Rising Sun offers infinite drinks deals, cheap food that fills a hole and provides entertainment in terms of pool tables, games machines and big screens. The young student crowd helps to provide a buzzing atmosphere. There are quizzes on Sundays, which give you a chance to win back all the money that you have spent there during the week. JH BS7 8BN

Roo Bar is located just off Whiteladies Road, and has a great atmosphere and friendly bar staff. It hosts numerous screens showing sport throughout the day and will often fill up for the big sporting action.

This friendly pub also offers pool tables, a darts board and table football. Popular amongst both Bristol and UWE students, Roo Bar is a great place with a vibrant atmosphere, which hosts great events like the very popular pub quiz on a Sunday.

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Old Post Office. Popular with the locals, the Old Post Office is a friendly, modern furnished pub with high ceilings, huge windows and comfortable leathers. With its big screens and Sky Sports, it’s a nice place to enjoy exciting sport events, tasty meals, delicious desserts and various snacks served all day, and special Sunday roasts every Sunday. Facilities such as heated patio, pool tables and game machines provide additional comfort and entertainment. PC BS16 3TT

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Van Dyck Forum. The latest in Fishponds, the Van Dyck Forum is a large, modern pub in the JD Wetherspoons chain. Without doubt, one will be delighted with the huge choice of beers from all over the world and regular beer festivals. The food is good, especially Tuesday grills, Thursday curries and Sunday roasts. Good for sports fans thanks to its large screen, but those who like music will be disappointed since there is none. PC BS16 3UA The Old Duke. Arguably Bristol’s most famous pub, The Old Duke (named after jazz legend Duke Ellington) is also one of the most popular, and not without good reason. Don’t go there after 8pm expecting a seat as the place is packed to the rafters as locals and students alike flock for the 6 nights a week of live jazz, blues and folk. Cracking atmosphere, draught beer and cider, and possibly the finest place in town for a summer afternoon’s outdoor drink. MA BS1 4ER

King William. Tucked away behind Queens Square lies the ‘old reliable’ of Bristol’s pub scene; the King William. A stones throw away from the Bristol Old Vic, the King Will is popular with students and theatre goers alike due to its (relatively) cheap pints and spacious capacity. Full of nooks and crannies to hide away in and uneven floor boards give out an old fashioned, friendly vibe, even if the bar staff close to closing time do not! SP BS1 4EF

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duke of york. What do you get if you cross an oldly-worldly pub, reggae music, the occasional quiz night, a skittles alley and decorate it with last season’s fairy lights?

You get the Duke. If The Farm is Bristol’s best summer pub then this is certainly the best Winter Pub. Always packed on Friday and Saturday nights, unless Glastonbury is on – this place is a worthwhile place to visit, especially if you’re bored with all the bland student bars in the city centre and you want to sample local life. MS BS2 9RS Bunch Of Grapes is located behind the Hippodrome, and is a cosy L-shaped pub, with a warm atmosphere. The oldfashioned décor together with the wide range of real ales on tap gives you the feeling you are in a country pub. It is also a great place to go for homemade food, served daily. If you are looking for lots of live music, it is likely that you will be able to find something to suit on any night of the week, with the exception of Monday, which is quiz night. AB BS1 5DQ Kings Arms. Having suffered more name changes then P Diddy, this large pub up Blackboy Hill is hard to keep up with. The current new mangement offers a full a la carte menu, seasonally inspired, whilst their tapas range is fantastic, particually when accompanied by a bottle of white in the early evening on the sun terrace! They offer quiz nights on Mondays and poker on a Wednesday. Not a venue for a crazy night out, but a perfect mid week chill out with friends, or if you fancy a meal more appertising then the standard burger and chips. RS BS8 2XV

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The Anchor on Gloucester Road is a mainstream pub in the middle of suburbia diversity. If you enjoy a simple pub with standard lagers, bitters, wines and spirits at reasonably cheap prices this is your haunt, and is growing ever more popular with the student audience. A good live match venue for those who haven’t figured out it’s a lot cheaper to get Sky Sports installed at home, or would rather simply enjoy a good atmosphere whilst watching. AB BS7 8PE

Star and Garter. If you get to the Star and Garter before 10pm you are early. This was the first pub in Bristol to apply for a 24 hour licence, although folklore suggests that this pub has always had an element of the late night experience running through its veins. Expect the unexpected here – with reggae and dub the predominant soundtrack and a rather peculiar interior design with a coffin acting as a table. Sunday night is definitely your best bet to try the Star and Garter with an excellent selection of live folk and gypsy jazz bands and a handsome dinner for only £3. MS BS6 5LR

Pipe and Slippers is a favourite with the locals. Quality, pristine cocktails and a great selection of beers, plus the famous Pieminister pies are all on sale. Local DJs are rotated weekly and live music brings a friendly and lively atmosphere by night.

Walls, furniture and beyond are all made from wood which gives this venue a look of a traditional style boozer, but it should not be dismissed as just this.

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BARS Mbargo. Located in the prime area of The Triangle, this buzzing bar is always packed to the rafters. A student hot-spot all week long, Mbargo never fails to impress with a great atmosphere.

DJs are on rotation all the time, playing a surprise of genre each time you visit. Watch out for steep drink prices and bossy staff on the weekend, otherwise an awesome place to show off to any visiting friends before you hit the club. AB BS8 1ER

Mr Wolfs is one of those places where you never have a bad night. With cool live music, a diverse, friendly crowd and late night licensing this is one of Bristol’s most popular student venues. The music varies from night to night from drum ‘n’ bass to reggae, from soul to funky house. Although it’s quite small I find that this adds to the atmosphere and helps create a vibrant atmosphere to relax or dance the night away in. JH BS1 1JX

Lloyds. Located on the Waterfront, Lloyd’s is not far from most of Bristol’s clubs. As a sister company to Wetherspoons the drink prices are cheap; from a jug of cocktails to a pint, they have everything. The music stays commercial and the décor compliments it. Sometimes the music is too loud to chat much, so it’s best as just a stop off.

Ultimately a good, cheap place to start a night, as long as you like the music!

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Start The Bus is one of those venues that’s hard to define. A pub come club, this live music venue offers all. Good hearty food at reasonable prices by day to trendy venue to escape the stag parties and scantily clad ladies that normally wander up Corn Street by night. The decor is as talked about as the music reflecting Bristol’s strong creative scene.

Seating a’plenty to sit back and chill after a Friday at work, or head down the steps to the dance floor and show your support for big names and local musical talent. A good venue you’re sure to head back to again and again. Also known for its regular Sunday market and jumble sales attracting crowds looking for a cheap and unique bargin. RS BS1 1RU The Woods is always a favourite due to its late licence at the weekend, appealing to the student, and its large selection of whiskeys for the businessman. Small outside area fills quickly come the evening. The décor offers unusual framed insects and bugs downstairs to large leather sofas, grandeur lights and mirrors upstairs. A great place to drink and chat the night away with your partner or your extended family. RS BS1 5LQ

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Alterego is a small bar located on the bustling Whiteladies Road. Great for a daytime drink, where you can sit in the window and people watch or lounge on the sofas. It’s also a good place to go before a heavy night with ‘toss the boss’ nights on a Monday, where you can win your round of drinks again by guessing heads or tails. Drinks are quite expensive but if you feel you deserve a classy evening it is a good place to go. JH BS8 2NT

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Stonehouse. For some fairly priced pre-club drinks Stonehouse is a good place to start. If you want to go all out and start with some food too, the spaghetti is slightly luke warm, but the sandwiches are pretty good. The venue can be quiet at times – so a good choice if you want to hear what your mates are saying and not just nod for the sake of ease. Overall a chilled out, clean bar but don’t stick around if you want to finish your night on a high! LP BS1 1NG

Zerodegrees is Bristol’s biggest microbrewery.

As well as the usual suspects behind the bar you’ll also find a range of beers brewed onsite and some refreshingly original pizzas cooked to perfection in their open wood-fire oven. The beers range from delicious (Black Lager) to faintly disappointing (Pale Ale) but being able to watch the microbrewery in action whilst sipping your pint is undeniably cool. Certainly worth a visit, but sometimes lacking in atmosphere due to the industrial, and often quiet, interior. MA BS1 5BA

Rileys. Where else would you play pool?

It’s pretty cheap membership, about £5 for students, and is a good place to hang out and have a drink if you find yourselves bored on your non contact days. Definitely something to do before going elsewhere, but I wouldn’t stay all night as the beer is expensive. NC BS8 1QE

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Elbow Rooms. “It’s a bit dark isn’t it?”

Whether to hide its clientele, or merely to create the all-American pool experience it’s a little odd. However once you’ve adjusted your eyes the décor is quite plush, and the huge purple pool tables do feel more elite than the mere green ones. Drink prices are fairly expensive with happy hour kinder to a students’ bank balance.

Also a good place for music, funk to RnB to jazz, resident DJs play till 4am at the weekends. RS BS1 5JN

Walkabout is the international backpackers’ pub of choice. Large open bar that hosts all football and rugby matches drawing a large and diverse crowd. This only aids a positive atmosphere no matter what the end result, though get there early or you’ll be on your feet all night. Large outdoor area, and the host of good club nights come the evenings which extend upstairs as it gets busier. If you want your traditional Kangaroo burger, there really is only one place to go. RS BS1 1HQ

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Vodka Revolution. Its speciality is given away in the name. With a ridiculous number of flavours to choose from you’ll never be bored with drinking your traditional vodka and coke. The staff are well educated and quick in the art of cocktail making, though the door staff can be a bit bullish. Good seating inside and large outdoor area too. Busy at the weekends, with resident djs playing commercial funky house.

Not advised if you’re looking for an intimate night, the music is too loud. RS BS1 1UA

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LGBT UWE is a place for everyone and thirsts for diversity in all aspects to enable its growth with the you, the students at heart. The LGBT society (OUT UWE LGBTx) and the LGBT Representatives, are here to work for you, as a primary contact point during your time at UWE, whether you’re lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, or straight.

University is all about getting to know who you are, within a safe and comfortable environment, and we provide just that.

From socials, to coffee meetings, to awareness events, and so much more, it’s very much about the celebration of diversity.

This year we have plenty lined up for you, with help of the Students’ Union, and numerous LGBT Organisations, there is sure to be something for everyone, and if you don’t find what you fancy, ask.

Louise Goux-Wirth - LGBT Vice Rep The Pineapple is a small but swanky bar with an ok atmosphere and an out and proud feeling. Quite strict on the gay front and mainly a male crowd, it is no surprise it is located just down the road from the Queenshilling.

During the week you will always be able to catch a quiz night, karaoke or the deal-or-no deal game and on Sundays the famous, but mainly cheesy/ rubbish cabaret acts embrace the stage. It gets packed at the weekends as it’s open till 1.00am and is a good place to start off with good drink deals.

The Pineapple is the sort of place you go for a quick drink or head down there for a night of games with your mates. Or if you want to, get dressed up and drink as much as you can, before heading on to dance the night away. Take a look and judge this one for yourself. BS1 5UU 80

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Flamingos. Sadly named ‘Flamingos’ this club flies higher than its name. Newly refurbished and slowly earning a good reputation on the scene, Flamingos is Bristol’s and the South West’s biggest gay venue. With a capacity of 900 and the concept of being ‘A new dimension in clubbing’ it’s an experience that is definitely worth a look. However be warned, with a club this big, all sorts of predators venture in. So for a newcomer to the scene or if you don’t like that sort of thing, it may be a bit too much at the weekends. Getting better late at night, this club is divided into different areas, with unique styles in each section. The four main bars, VIP lounge, pool room and chill out area allow for a night that suits all moods. Do not be put off by rubbish looking entrance of this place, check out the website and take a trip down. BS2 0DF

The Queenshilling. Known as the Shilling by its more loyal clientele it’s one of the few decent LGBT venues in Bristol. Open late towards the end of the week, it’s a great place to head to drink the night away and was recently voted best bar outside of London 2008 in GT magazine. The Shilling brings together Bristol’s surreal gay community, sparking up late at night, with shag-tag and themed events playing a central role in some of the naughtiness that this place has to offer. Whether you’re out and proud, young and curious, middle aged and coupled or even straight as a ruler, the Shilling accommodates you all. But be warned, it is one of the smaller centre venues and gets rammed on busy nights. The sexy bar staff make up for that though! This venue is one of the very few places where no one will judge and the idiots usually stay away. It’s nearly always a good night and Thursdays have traditionally been free for NUS card holders. DP BS1 5NA 81

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GIG VENUES Colston Hall. One of Bristol’s oldest venues for live entertainment is Colston Hall. This piece of history is home to concerts, stage shows, comedians, and bands alike. Names from Lee Evans to Status Quo are common to the hall.

Perfectly located right in the city centre, with a very expensive modern face lift just completed to its foyer area, it could even be a warm-up to a night out. It’s a legendary venue and has been for over 140 years. Against all the odds; you wouldn’t think it was owned by the council! AB BS1 5AR Trinity Arts Centre. ‘The Trinity’ has recently opened again after 3 years of being left out of Bristol’s music scene.

The building is an old church, perfectly spaced for live music. In its quite grungy establishment and surroundings, the Trinity is the perfect place to see any upcoming band. With a big community spirit surrounding the venue, you know it’s a safe bet to visit when you’re feeling adventurous. Located just outside the centre in Old Market. AB BS2 0NW The Louisianna is surrounded by some of the city’s oldest monuments and canals. This venue has been home to live music for over 100 years. A cosy venue with the feel of someone’s living room to it, it beams with character. Most upcoming bands will make an effort to visit this venue, so keep an eye on who’s playing.

Coldplay once played here, so try not to miss the next international superstars! AB BS1 6UA

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The Anson Rooms are within the territory of Bristol Uni, but well worth invading. Huge rooms with high ceilings means the sound shoots around the room above you. Standing only and normally packed crowds means you must be able to handle confined spaces with Bristol Uni students and not be afraid to ride the pushes and pulls of the crowd. RS BS8 1LN O2 Academy Bristol. Formerly the Carling Academy, this well established as a venue to see some of the world’s best acts. This venue boasts a huge portfolio of visiting artists and with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £40, there is a huge scope of tours which hit this club.

Uniquely, the venue is as wide, where most are long, meaning you’re never too far away from the stage.

Watch out for the steep drinks, it’s typically priced.

Nevertheless, a great venue to see your favourite band. AB BS1 5NA The Fleece. This venue has your local pub feel when quiet, but live music hall when busy! Hidden away in the city’s back streets, this exclusive venue brings you as close as you can possibly get to local legends and national names such as Idlewild. With ‘Free Showcases’ at least once a week, it’s a cheap night out to see live music in the city centre. With a huge rock culture and visiting pieces from the soul world, it’s an easy choice for most to enjoy. AB BS1 6JJ

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The Croft always has a bustling line up of new and diverse bands from your next big local band to new imports from abroad. A well sized back room, blacked out with no windows and a continued sore of temperature throughout performances means no matter what the turn out you’ll always feel like you’ve been in amongst the music. The pub itself offers lots of seating and reasonable prices. Definitely worth checking their line up weekly. RS BS1 3RW

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EAT OUTS Browns. An amazing place to eat and drink all year long is Browns Bar & Brasserie. The food is cooked to perfection and the staff really do know what they’re talking about. Although a chain restaurant, this venue feels unique and beautifully set in its historic building based on a Venetian palace. Although popular amongst the business community, you’ll always see a few students making a special trip. With main courses around the £10 mark, it’s worth saving up for! AB BS8 1RE

Wagamamas. Trendy noodle bar that places a focus on ‘positive eating and positive living’, the Bristol branch of this popular chain is situated in the heart of Clifton Triangle making it the perfect way to start a night out on the way down Park Street or for a spot of lunch at the weekend. Long benches provide informal seating and parties of two can often find themselves sat next to large noisy groups, so if an intimate dining experience is what you’re after then look elsewhere. SP BS8 1QL

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The Lounge. Deco Lounge (Whiteladies Road), Porto Lounge (Fishponds) and Tinto Lounge (Glos Rd) have all sprung up over Bristol as a result of the success of the original Lounge in Bedminster. Not a million miles away from Friends’ Central Perk café, these wonderful hubs induce socialisation, food through the day, smoothies, coffees, beers and board games, all of the highest quality. Unfortunately prices are just high enough to keep students from creating their personal arse shaped mould in the very comfortable sofas but definitely worth the odd fry up. TP BS8 1QU

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Las Iguanas describes itself as ‘Eat Latin, Drink Latin’ and is situated in Millennium Square (with another on Whiteladies Road). On warm nights there is a lovely seated area so you can eat your Southern American delights alfresco. The cocktail menu is one of the highlights for me, with regular happy hours (where some of the cocktails are buy one get one free). There is no excuse for not sampling the menu as well! EB BS1 5UH Rustic Vine sits at the top of St. Micheals Hill amongst the predominantly Bristol Uni lot.

This newly opened cafe come resturant follows the familiar trend of balckboard menus and wooden decor, the menu is full of many of the stapels of a good British food establishment.

Reasonally priced with only the steak costing more than a tennner and puddings all under a fiver, this is a good venue for drinks with friends or a meal for two. They serve breakfast, pannini’s, salads, pizzias etc throughout the day and keep an eye out for evening deals like 2 for 1 pizzas Monday to Thursday. KM BS2 8DB

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Planet Pizza is a great little restaurant with seating both inside and out. Choose from a wide and exciting menu of aptly planet named pizzas which are delicious. Arrive Sunday to Wednesday before 7pm and its ‘BOGOF’ – a steal. The staff are friendly, as is the atmosphere and the food comes quickly.

Seating outside is ideal on a sunny day, as inside is a bit small and dark. A little pot of jelly beans comes with your bill, a nice touch! RS BS8 2NT / BS7 8BG

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Magic Roll. Kebab fit for kings. Open until the early hours on weekends and weekday afternoons, this haven of the wrap is essential to remember when leaving your chosen venue.

Difficult to imitate, the rolls really are magic with strong flour wraps and an array of ferocious fillings. A relaxed, friendly atmosphere make waiting for your after club hit an enjoyable experience amongst those inebriated fellows who share the secret; a well worthwhile wait it is. TP BS8 1EZ Boston Tea Party. A wonderful antithesis to its competitor Starbucks, just across Park Street, this quaint tea room offers the friendly personal touches that make you so much more comfortable when tucking in to a pot of tea and a slice of carrot cake. One of three cafes in Bristol this is a fantastic array of homemade food and hot drinks to be enjoyed at the bustling bar, in an expansive enigma of culture (upstairs) or in the grandeur of the garden, Boston Tea Party is not just your average cup of tea. TP BS1 5PF Pieminister. A real Bristol tradition, these pies are no secret to Bristol inhabitants.

Appearing in many a fashionable haunt, the deep fill pies have found their way around the city from their humble beginnings in Stokes Croft. Scrumptious pastry, rich meats and vegetable of the highest quality form the basis for simple traditional pies and more adventurous recipes alike. The pies don’t come cheap but are a must try as part of the Bristol experience.

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Ciao Burger.

Another great alternative to the stereotypical late night food haunt. A great mix of high quality burgers, friendly atmosphere and ideal location for Gloucester Road inhabitants. Open until the early hours on weekends and throughout afternoons and evenings, this small food bar dishes up the gourmet burgers around the clock making it a tough one to walk past! RM BS7 8NN Tikka Flame. For a quick Indian bite before a night on the tiles, Tikka Flame is pretty ideal.

With lots of starters and sharer options it can actually work out a cheap place to eat before heading out. Watch out for drinks; expect to pay over £3 for a lager. The food is top form. With hot plates provided you’ll be very unlucky to receive a cold meal.

The staff aren’t the friendliest in Bristol but the place is always busy. It’s a big place spanning two floors but you will have to book ahead come the weekend. AB BS1 5UH Fishers. Not many people wander up Black Boy Hill in search of the perfect fish and chip shop but Fishers is definitely nearly there! A large cod and chips cost just over a fiver and would be ample to feed two hungry people as the portions are so big! Serving all the usual suspects, the battered savaloys go down particuarly well in my house! The staff are friendly and the service is speedy.

It’s good to see a little takeout standing its own on the ever competitive street that is Whiteladies. RS BS8 2XZ

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BRISTOL’S CULTURE The Arnolfini is situated on the waterfront and hosts a continual array of local and international artistic talent. Exhibitions, live art, interactive experiences, independent cinema, lectures and a lively bar come tasty restaurant ensures the Arnolfini is a perfect place for your cultural fix, or just a chilled out pint by the river.

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Cabot Tower is one of my favourite places in Bristol to visit. Situated at the top of Brandon Hill, 32.4m in height it’s a great place if you want to escape the world for half an hour, or take a date if you’re skint. It was built in memory of John Cabot in 1897. If you can hack the tiny narrow spiral staircase you too will be rewarded with the most stunning views of Bristol from every direction. RS BS1 5RR The Royal West of England Academy Art Gallery (RWA) was the first art gallery opened in Bristol. The magnificent Grade II listed building houses five large galleries showing diverse mediums as well as permanent work ranging from paintings, prints and sculptures that are on show all year round. Last March ‘Crimes Of Passion’ bravely stood within the walls of such a prestigious gallery amid questions of graffiti artitists’ credibility, it showed RWA to be a gallery not afraid to take a step into the unknown. AW BS8 1PX

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City Museum. More recently known in the news for housing a solo show of a little know man called Banksy, I always make a point of visiting the city museum if only for half an hour. A mixture of touring exhibitions and permanent ones mean you re-visit old favourites and get treated to new and excited mediums. The museum offers a wide range of topics from British birds and mammals to Egyptian artefacts. Favourites include the collection of stuffed animals, the beautiful collection of minerals and fossils and the sea dragons. An enjoyable space to educate the brain and inspire the mind, and all for free! RS BS8 1RL The Hippodrome theatre is one of the largest theatres in the South West. Any large touring production will be guaranteed to be booked in. Past productions have included the English National Ballet and the musical Mamma Mia. Ticket prices range from about £10 to £30. You can get a pretty good view wherever you sit so you don’t need to spend a lot for a night out at the theatre. LT BS1 4UZ

Bristol Zoo is one of those places where you’ll always have a great day out whether you’re taking your Nan or your date. Entrance fees are reasonable if you take a day out to explore, and bringing your own picnic cuts down on costs and queuing. Try and avoid weekends if you’re no fan of hyperactive children, but make sure you really interact at every opportunity if you want to make the most of your day. RS BS8 3HA

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Suspension Bridge. Well it’s a bridge. What more can you say? It is a pretty nice bridge though, and one of Bristol’s most noted landmarks. On a sunny day it’s worth going up to the observatory where you get some amazing views looking down on the bridge.

Then a wander round Clifton Village makes for a delightful afternoon. If you’re a die hard bridge fan then free guided tours are offered on Sunday afternoons in the summer. LT BS8 3PA

SS Great Britain – the world’s first great ocean liner. Explore the beautifully recreated First Class dining saloon, steerage quarters and new engine room. Audio tours of passengers’ lives and authentic smells help bring the 19th century experience alive. A really cool feature is being able to explore beneath the glass ‘sea’ to see how innovative technology is conserving Brunel’s engineering masterpiece. Winner of 10 major awards, the SS Great Britain is well worth a visit. KM BS1 6TY Explore-At-Bristol. For a totally original day out in the city, Explore-At-Bristol is a must-see attraction. The popular discovery centre boasts more than 300 exhibits, as well as live shows and its iconic Planetarium. Exhibitions range from the weird and wonderful through to the totally bizarre. For the price of a single ticket you can take a tour of Bristol’s night sky, freeze your shadow, walk through a tornado, or jump in to a giant hamster wheel… the possibilities are endless! SP BS1 5TT

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The Tobacco Factory. Art exhibitions, theatre productions and live music are but just a few attractions of Bedminster’s finest watering hole.

The mood is definitely chilled with a great mixture of people. The industrial shell of the old factory has been kept intact, adding a real charm to the usual stainless steel fixtures. An open plan layout creates a real buzz inside, without everyone feeling too on top of each other. Ideal venue to kick things off in the summer evenings. JM BS3 1TF

The Cube is a volunteer led cinema-cumcentre for arts and events. Besides its usual line up of noir and cult cinema, its ideal location close to Stokes Croft benefits from a hub of activities which revolve around community gatherings.

Before entering the old theatre which now hosts a cinema screen, members can hang out in the DIY style bar, which offers a selection of spirits, bottled beers and ciders, and home made cakes. MS BS2 8NQ Ashton Court Estate. On just the other side of the gorge, Ashton Court’s sprawling grasslands and forests take in a golf course, deer parks, mountain bike trails, and so much more.

Students of Bower Ashton will be familiar with its picturesque landscape being within a stone’s throw from their campus, and its hills stretch as far as the eye can see. It is also the perfect setting for the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta which colours the sky yearly. It is the largest celebration of balloons in Europe and pulls a world wide audience of professionals and fanatics alike. A true treat for the eyes.

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Epic films.

Not epic prices.

Student Admission just ÂŁ5.50* every film, every day.

The big value premium movie experience.

To book tickets visit cinemadelux.co.uk or call 0871 220 1000 * Price correct at the time of going to press.

Does not include 3D or Director's Hall performances.

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CINEMAS Watershed. A culture capital of Bristol, the Watershed can boast three cinema screens, a hip café/restaurant and the home for local creative festivals such as animation and short films. Located on the popular waterfront, the Watershed is a gem hidden amongst rowdy drinking establishments on a Saturday night. The annual BBC Wildlife Film Festival is held here and if you are looking for an alternative to Hollywood blockbusters, the Watershed is THE place to find indie flicks, foreign delights and Cannes winners. SP BS1 5TX Odeon. Good points: student tickets are £4.50. If you’re on Orange, it’s better with 2-4-1 Wednesdays or check out studentbeans.com as they often have 2-4-1 offers for Odeon. £2.25: bargain! Down points: only three screens which makes times and choice very limited!

No car park and there is an annoying break just before films start. My advice, use if it’s close enough to walk to and it’s the best price for you, otherwise check elsewhere. SN BS1 2DS

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Showcase Cinema. Perhaps not as much of a show-off as Vue or Odeon, Bristol’s Showcase cinema can boast comfortable reclining seats, 14 screens and enough leg room to please a giant. Slightly out of the way in St Philips Causeway means there are more parking spaces, more seating and a slightly less hurried vibe than busier entertainment complexes. A bowling alley and wallet-friendly restaurants can be found yards away. The brand new Showcase de luxe at Cabot Circus is bigger and better, and such attracts larger crowds. The de luxe offers meals whilst you watch and a directors lounge, but the prieces get steaper with such luxury! SP BS2 0SP Vue Cinemas. Looking for a way to mix it up between all the partying? Head to the Vue Cinema at Cribbs Causeway for a night at the movies. Regularly updated with the newest and biggest hits, 12 top of the range screens and the comfiest seats in town. Student cards are valid for money off so the only thing you’ll have to worry about is being spoilt for choice. GB BS10 7SR

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SPORT IN BRISTOL Bristol Ice Rink is found on Frogmore Street, above the O2 Academy. Although the interior is dated, it’s quite good fun. With public sessions at various times of the day and a disco session on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, sometimes it gets quite busy. For those of you who want a great night out who don’t want to skate, you can be a spectator for only a small fee; you can even see down to the ice rink from the bar! If you plan well in advance and there are a group of more than 10 of you, you may get a group discount so ask before you go! Have fun and don’t break any legs! EB BS1 5NA

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This Council-run leisure centre is only about 3 years old, so is pretty up-to-date. It boasts a large gym, sports hall, swimming pool and lots of exercise classes.

Parking is available. Lots of students attend this gym as their student rate is pretty reasonable.

Flexible with pay monthly or pay-as-you-go. A new skate park with half-pipes /rails and blocks has recently opened outside. AB

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Ashton Gate. Home to Championship football team Bristol City, this impressive stadium also plays host to the occasional Premiership Rugby match and stadium concerts. With an all-seated capacity of about 21,500 the stadium has the ability to host Premiership football should The Robins get promoted as they so nearly did in the 2007/08 season. Good atmosphere, good pasties and traditional Bristolian warmness make the Gate well worth a visit. TP BS3 2EJ Kingswood Leisure Centre is situated about 15 minutes walk from Fishponds and it is a great place for sport lovers. Undoubtedly, you will enjoy the swimming pool and its diving boards on three levels. The Leisure Centre offers various studio classes such as Pilates, Aerodance, Spin, Trampolining and Aquafit and the opportunity to play squash, volleyball, football or waterpolo to mention a few. There are discounts for students, so no excuses for not keeping fit! PC BS16 4RH

Memorial Ground plays host to one of the best nights you can have as a student: Varsity. A chance to get one over on rivals Bristol Uni. Rugby varsity lures big crowds and makes for a brilliant night. You can also see both Bristol Rovers and Bristol Rugby play there and both offer some good student deals. The stadium itself is nothing special but once you get in to the atmosphere, that will not worry you at all. JH BS7 0BF 95

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Cider! Cider! Cider!

For those new to the South-West and Bristol area I’m sure you will soon start to discover that we are avid cider fans. Not just the commerical Strongbow and Magners, but ciders such as Cheddar Valley and Old Rosie are a favourite ‘round these ‘ere parts.

If you don’t discover it from friends or housemates, then here’s a short guide on the ciders we think are worth trying whilst you are here!

For you sweet-toothed fans out there, don’t be put off by some of the dryer tasting ciders; cider in the West Country has evolved to cater for everyone’s tastes. Although you’ll get the traditionalists who will tell you the only true cider is cloudy orange, we say try the Brothers range - they offer pear, the very sweet strawberry and one I’ve not tried yet, toffee cider! For a more commercial sweet cider, try Magners, Sirrus, Bulmers or Katys. Kopparbergs Pear also sits in the refreshingly sweet cider ranges, perfect for a hot summer’s day.

Cider on a cold winter’s evening is also worth mentioning; hot spicy cider is a great warmer of the night. Usually sold at festivals, but why not make your own: Just get some cloudy cider, make sure it’s not fizzy, Westons Scrumpy is perfect for this, heat it up and add sugar and cinnamon to taste.

When sampling the various festivals and fiestas on offer in Bristol, it’s always worth trying the ciders available. This year Bensons pure English cider was a favourite find, a very smooth cider with a potent taste of apples.

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Now here is a breakdown of ciders you’ll find in and around Bristol to try and judge for yourself: Exhibition Cider - At 8.4% this tasty little cider is currently only served in half pints, if you drink this like a normal pint, don’t expect to get far!

Addlestones – 5% A bright, golden, naturally cloudy cider, with rich, bittersweet apple fruit flavours and a smooth, rounded finish – Not for the virgin cider drinkers!

Green Goblin – 6% A ‘full bittersweet’ cider, matured in century-old oak vats for a crisp, refreshing burst of rich flavours

Cheddar Valley – 6% Orange coloured refreshing dry cider It’s rare to find a pub in Bristol which doesn’t serve cider, though the ones we recommend are The Apple, Scotchman and his Pack, Coronation Tap, and Inn on the Green.

Enjoy! By Becky Bird.

Old Rosie – 7.3% Cloudy and sweet, very refreshing Katy – 7.4% Light, dry, fragrant and softly sparkling Black Rat – Black Rat cider is a West Country scrumpy and comes in two varieties; traditional and vintage.

Traditional is cloudy and has an alcohol content of 6.0%. Vintage is much clearer and weighs in at a hefty 7.3%

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Beats Bleeps AND Base... base wobble

Bristol’s club scene reaches far beyond the waterfront’s bars or the other places that Freshers are likely to find themselves during the term’s opening few weeks. The city’s musical heritage has also shed its skin many times over since the trip hop bands of the 90s precipitated by local legends Smith n’ Mighty received national acclaim.

Rob Smith’s new alias RSD under which he now makes dubstep represents this change. Club nights Ruffnek Diskotek and Pinch’s Subloaded usually at the Croft frequently play host to DJs of worldwide fame within the scene Kode9 and Martyn for instance recently dropped in on a Wednesday night to head the bill of the latter.

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Bigger, more cross- over-centric nights such as Penguin Dance and Shit The Bed attract a more mainstream crowd yet consistently feature big London names of the genre such as Benga and Skream, whilst drum n bass might be hosted in a separate room. Shit The Bed is hosted at Lakota, a big but rundown club on the fringes of St Pauls. Nearby Clockwork and Blue Mountain are two other similar clubs - both on Stokes Croft’s main through fare, though it’s only infrequently that bigger nights are now held here since they seem constantly under threat of closure because of property development.

As well as Arc Bar’s re-opening under the LAB banner, Motion Skate Park has been at the centre of most recent developments in the club scene - many big nights that might have previously been victim of the Academy’s any-city-in-Englandfaçade are now held there. Though it’s behind Temple Meads and a bit of a walk away, massive names such as Deadmau5, Surgeon and Mary Ann Hobbs have all recently graced the decks - it’s now by far the biggest capacity club in town. Other brand new territory includes the opening of the Big Chill Bar where Native previously resided – though a new in-house promotion policy means its underground credentials look to be in a dangerous state.

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Drum n Bass used to run things here, though that’s not to say the influence of locals such as Goldie is all but lost now. The Intrigue night resides at the cozy Dojo lounge up on Park Row and recently hosted the above DJ, whilst names such as LTJ Bukem, Andy C and Friction are to be regularly seen on fly posters around town. Former UWE students run the night Torque and have been hosting liquid d&b names including Logistics and Commix at the Tube - a small club under Park Street’s lower reaches - for over a year now.

The club has a long list of notable nights (as well as creditors) currently running, including techno heads and previous residents under_score who in the last year have booked people such as Four Tet alongside some of Berlin’s biggest names.

Brighton’s Wrong Music crew make regular drive bys to ensure Jungle and Breakcore is frequently represented - usually at the Black Swan, which by day is a pub for Stapleton Road’s locals. The club hosts a wide range of musical styles, and with a bonfire out back and the ethnic diversity of the local setting of Easton never far from view, it’s one of many essential clubbing experiences to behold in Bristol - something that you might need more than three years in the city to take in.

By Marcus Siddall

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Thanks to the shopping behemoth that is Cabot Circus, Bristol is now firmly on the map as a city that knows how to indulge in a spot of retail therapy.

While places like Cabot Circus, Broadmead and the Mall at Cribbs Causeway are good for high street finds, there are also plenty of vintage shops and quirky boutiques perfect for students’ who want to stand out from the crowd. Here’s a few of Bristol’s vintage hidden gems…

Billie Jean Wander a little further up Gloucester Road and you will find Billie Jean, a haven of vintage treasures, though specialising in hats and gorgeous vintage scarves that can range from £1 to £25 depending on the design.

From top hats to porkpies – the hats at Billie Jean may stretch the student purse but are a great way to revive an outfit. The clothes on offer are from a wide range of eras and are of good quality.

208 Gloucester Road, BS7 8NU

Bristol Vintage Fashion Fair Throughout the year Blind Lemon Vintage hold vintage clothing fairs across the South West and twice a year this event comes to Bristol.

Based in Bristol Uni’s Students’ Union, this one off event is the perfect place to see some of the finest vintage collections around and, if you can muster the effort to trawl around three rooms of vintage finds, you will be sure to come away with a bargain. The next event is 25th October 2009.

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Motel & BS8 While not strictly vintage, these two boutiques on Park Street are full of labels inspired by vintage designs, as well as stocking lots of kooky accessories from vintage belts to hand-stitched purses. Motel in particular has a fantastic range of prints that change every few months, making their way onto dresses, scarves, skirts and tops. BS8 houses a collection of mini stalls and boutiques within the store and is fantastic for even the fussiest shopper, with everything from ball gowns to leg warmers and plenty more besides!

24 & 34 Park Street, BS1 5JA

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La Freak Boutique Quirky finds are always available in this off the beaten track treasure trove. Hidden away on the fashionable Picton Street, this shop is always overflowing with reasonably priced vintage wares.

47 Picton Street, BS6 5PZ

Repsycho Positioned in the heart of Gloucester Road, repsycho has long been an essential destination of choice for those in the know.

Stocking a large selection of quality vintage clothing for men and women, this shop also boasts a record shop and plenty of vintage leather, from colourful 80s jackets to classic cowboy boots.

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not just banksy Banksy. There, I’ve said it. You don’t have to be a graff spotter (like a train spotter minus the anorak) or local to know the name and you are undoubtedly familiar with the man’s work. Yes, his stencils are rather good, yes he did once paint an elephant and yes, he can now sell his art work for extortionate amounts of money, but let’s not forget where the man came from.

You may have been living in this city for a few weeks, a few months or all your life, but hopefully by now you will have seen some of the cultural treasures Bristol has to offer on its walls, buildings, boards and walkways. Graffiti has been running rife in Bristol for more than 25 years and there are so many artists out there other than you know who: 3D (of Massive Attack fame), Inkie and Cheo to name but a few – these guys have been painting walls since we were still interested in Sticklebricks and are still going strong.

Stokes Croft is one of the key areas that has been transformed by graffiti. Neglected by the Government the area has been left to its own devices, with derelict buildings, broken windows and boarded up shops. Although the council and locals are now working towards repairing the area, artists and members of the community have taken it upon themselves to brighten up the area with sculptures, an ‘official graffiti practice wall’ and constantly changing murals.

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even more impressive is that a substantial number of Bristolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big named graffiti artists, both old and new were at one time students at Bower Ashton Campus. The bright orange mural on the club Clockwork is only one example of old Bower students exhibiting their talent within the city they live.

Whether you have come to Bristol with a keen eye for this alternative public art or know nothing about graffiti but would like to, then look no further than www.bristolgraffitimap.com which was created by an employee of UWESU! It is an archive of past artwork and a constant information source for new graffitti that is getting hit up around the city. It pinpoints all the hotspots and the ever changing face of Stokes Croft and its surrounding areas. Use the map to plan a route across the city, then head out and explore!

Also keep your ear to the ground for the many events from auctions to new gallery exhibits, paint jams and art festivals that crop up almost monthly around the city - you wont be disappointed by this thriving scene.

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