S pa L i f e the wanderer ’ s issue
EXPLORE NATURE Discover beautiful landscapes DEFINE HOME See what home means to others CITY GUIDES Take a trip to Paris and the town of Nerja SELF-CARE Recharge your body with social time and good food
Photo: Toddler Team. Left to right. Top: Anika Schulze, Bethany Bailey, Jemima Ung, Mark Banham. Bottom: Meggie Miller, Beth Morrow, Martha Norris, Sam McKenna.
THE TEAM
CONTRIBUTORS
Editor & Art Director – Anika Schulze Commissioning Editor – Jemima Ung Editorial Assistant – Beth Morrow Marketing Manager – Sam McKenna Photographer – Mark Banham Event Manager – Charlotte Tite Social Media Assistant – Emma Oliver Copy Editing & Proofreading: Effy Clark, Meggie Miller, Sarah Morey & Sophie Hesp Staff Writers: Bethany Bailey, Chelsea Davies, Leah Williams, Martha Norris, Matthew Walters & Victoria Wheeler
Ali Townsend Bethany Bailey Beth Morrow Chelsea Davies Danny Whitebread Dom Archer Izzy Lawton Jemima Ung Katie Constantine Leigh-Ann Hewer Mark Banham Martha Norris Robert Hutchinson Sam McKenna Sarah Knox
COVER PHOTO © Chelsea Davies PAGE DESIGN BY Anika Schulze
CONTENTS 6 9 12 16 20 24 28 30 34 36 38 42
Podcasts: Editors’ Top Picks Spotify Killed the Radio Star Wildlife Photography A Guide to Nerja 48 Hours in Paris The Wild Lands of Scotland A Far Away Home A Dragon Amongst Lions Don’t Be Your Own Time Waster Dame of the Hour Exhibition Quick and Easy Breakfasts Bath’s Café Culture
EDITOR’S NOTE Writing this editor’s note has proven to be a challenge; summing up this issue, which so many lovely people have worked very hard on, in just a few words seems almost impossible. On top of this, I realise that this issue will be the last one that I’ll put together as I am graduating this year. It feels surreal; I remember my first day at Bath Spa as if it was yesterday. Thinking about it is bittersweet; it means I will be leaving people behind, but it also means I get to embark on new adventures and do exciting things. Over the years I have learned a lot about myself, the people around me, my course and had the opportunity to work on amazing projects along the way. But it’s not just me, we all have learned things about ourselves and others; surprising things, off-putting things and sometimes things that made us love those people even more. We’ve learned to be grateful for the people in our lives and appreciate the little things that make us happy. I know it can be
tough sometimes to see what the important things are; however, we tend to end up figuring it out, some sooner than others, but eventually we all do. This is why we put together this issue. It’s about appreciating the small things in life: the nostalgia of listening to a vinyl record, looking at the beauty our planet has to offer, exploring cultures, treating your body to good food and identifying what and who home is to you. It’s crucial to appreciate everyone and everything in your life before it’s too late. Don’t waste time thinking about what you don’t have and comparing yourself to others – me, of all people, know this is a learning process – because if you do, you will never truly appreciate life for what it is: beautiful and unpredictable. So, step off the beaten path and see what the world has to offer.
Anika xx
PODCASTS
EDITORS’
TOP PICKS
W
e at SpaLife Magazine are just like many of those who have been captivated by the spell of podcasts and love listening to all sorts of shows. To give you an idea of what types of podcasts are out there and to share our favourites with you, our Editor, Anika, and Commissioning Editor, Jemima, have put together a ‘Top 6’ of their favourite shows that are definitely worth a listen. 6 | SpaLife
Photo: Podcasts are ideal for on-the-go learning and listening to your favourites shows.
MILLENNIAL
Millennial hooked me with a topic that I struggle with myself: ‘how to manoeuvre your twenties.’ Megan Tan, the show’s host, creates a platform where she shares her struggles and adventures of life after university with like-minded people. The podcast helps you overcome those little moments of panic about your future by reminding you that you’re not alone. There is a whole generation of us sitting in the same boat, whether we want to be or not. But the question that Millennial brought to my attention was, am I going to let this boat sink, or do I keep paddling?
THE HEART
T he Heart sure is something else; it’s brutally honest but with a lot of style. Listening to the carefully edited episodes about sex, love and relationships makes you drift off into a world full of secrets, fetish and taboos. It makes you wonder about the world you live in, all the things that you don’t know about yourself and the people you’re surrounded by. I always describe T he Heart as ‘audio art’. It’s not just a
discussion or story-telling kind of podcast but rather a compilation of episodes that tell you stories through sounds and voices while approaching serious topics in a creative way.
MUM SAYS MY MEMOIR IS A LIE
This podcast is one of my absolute favourites, mainly because it tackles sensitive topics with a humorous twist. Rosie Waterland, the host of the podcast and author of The Anti-Cool Girl, shares a chapter of her book in each episode, then discusses them with her mother. This unique setup allows Rosie to deal with her childhood which included alcohol and drug addicted parents and living in foster care, as well as her adulthood where she dealt with mental health issues such as PTSD and attempting suicide. However, some episodes talk about typical teenage problems like bullying and Rosie’s first sexual experiences. I can only recommend listening to this podcast, especially if you’d like to know more about mental illness from first-hand experience. » SpaLife | 7
PLUMBING THE DEATH STAR
What makes this podcast so brilliant is not intellectual or serious conversation but simply three blokes embracing their love of pop culture, science fiction and pissing themselves at their own antics and jokes, which are perhaps only hilarious because of how stupid their tangents are. It’s an absolute gem and picks apart nerdy films from the occupational health & safety issues of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, to Aquaman’s thoughts on global warming and what would have happened if Hagrid was five years too late. If you want some ridiculous comedy that embraces the cool nerd in you, this is for you.
THE GUILTY FEMINIST
I love The Guilty Feminist because it’s not another pretentious podcast. It’s pitched as a podcast that discusses topics ‘all 21st century feminists agree on’ while confessing their insecurities, hypocrisies and fears that undermine their lofty principles. It’s hosted by Deborah Frances-White and special guests who have you in stitches, cringing at hilarious anecdotes which highlight the challenges of being a western modern feminist. Every episode opens with ‘I’m a feminist but,’ from ‘I’m a feminist but I recently danced to the misogynistic anthem Blurred Lines,’ to ‘I’m a feminist but when I went on a date with a man 8 | SpaLife
with unshaved legs and went back to his house I chickened out. But don’t worry I went to his bathroom and used his razor.’ It’s nice to know you’re not the only one out there who sometimes feels a bit guilty. It’s refreshing to have a laugh at ourselves and our hypocritical actions.
UNDER THE SKIN WITH RUSSELL BRAND
Russell Brand has always been a controversial comedian, notorious for his drug addiction, publicity stunts and insolent comments that have seen him thrown out of several rooms. However, that’s exactly why he’s a brilliant character. He is one of the few celebrity faces who isn’t afraid to stand up and challenge politics and social thought, who also displays a sensitivity to the beauty of life and humanity. Sometimes his stream of consciousness becomes so convoluted, verbose and hyperbolic that his discussions are overwhelming. But in Under The Skin, he channels a calmer, less agitated and thoughtful version of himself while still inflecting the conversation with humour and relatability to give you a good chuckle.
by Jemima Ung and Anika Schulze
SPOTIFY
Photo: A nostalgic collection of tapes and albums at Mercy in Action, Bath. © Dom Archer
KILLED THE RADIO STAR
T
here was no funeral to follow the death of the album. It was in the early 21st century when its pulse quietly faded away. The companies who tampered with the tubes were the likes of Spotify and Apple. Their mass music streaming deprives the album of attention, leaving it to wilt and die. Whilst being incredibly successful, these companies enable a pathway to instant gratification; in 2016 alone Spotify streamed over 750,000 songs per minute. Apple’s iTunes allows consumers to download individual hits, leaving the less popular songs from an album redundant.
Snippets of an album are given to the listener who can then shuffle through their own collections and only hear the songs they want, meaning they’re not forced to commit to the album and deal with its excess baggage. Consider the last time you purchased an album; it’s so uncommon that research conducted by Paul Hose found that album sales have more than halved from 1999 to 2009, resulting in the industry dropping from £10.3 billion to £4.45 billion. This was caused by the rise of the internet and apps like Spotify and iTunes. Albums no longer took up the same space as CDs, » SpaLife | 9
Right: The vinyl collection at Mercy in Action, Bath. © Dom Archer
tapes or recorders because they were easily accessible on the internet. In 2016, the Music Biz Consumer claimed that 77% of participants stated their primary mode of listening to music was streaming, whereas just 22% chose the album. The album was a creative platform where artists could experiment with their sounds and share it with the world. The mindless music in the charts today is arguably produced for profit only, whilst singles adapt themselves to what is considered ‘mainstream’. An underlying fear of rejection restricts today’s artists and the creativity of the album is lost. Musicians took advantage of the space to experiment and explore their interests in other genres. Robbie Williams, for example, produced Swing While You’re Winning to express his love for swing music and Childish Gambino re-established himself as an artist, venturing from his usual rap genre towards the funk opus in Awaken, My Love. Sadly, the top hits in the charts no longer take such daring chances and the music industry lacks in diversity. Musicians, as a result, adapt themselves to the ever-changing music industry to earn an income. The most successful method for them to do this is to release only singles 10 | SpaLife
and EPs, as they stand a higher chance of universal acknowledgement than an entire album. Some artists, however, have made an attempt to resuscitate the album by competing with contemporary technology. Beyoncé’s Lemonade was sold globally more than 2.5 million times, making it the highest selling album of 2016. This, and Daniel Caesar’s Freudian reached great success by introducing the visual album, combining visuals and music to create a modern, future driven relationship. This technological medium keeps in pace with contemporary culture and the album is saved – for now. Beyoncé discontinued the public accessibility to Lemonade on sites like Spotify or Apple Music in an attempt to bring awareness to the damage they cause to the album. The vinyl player similarly fights the decline of the album. It has transcended time and remains a successful lifeline for records. BPI reported that the number of vinyl albums sold in 2017 were at their highest since 1991, with 4.1 million being purchased solely in the UK. After the album was cut out by Spotify and iTunes the consumer’s subconscious love returned to the original music distributor: the record player. It denies the listener
the option to shuffle through songs, but instead submerges them into the entire creative compilation of music. The vinyl sleeves imitate a less technological version of the visual album and preserve its retro aesthetics. The visuals compliment the music and the captivating sleeves are attractive to the consumer, adding to its value. However, there are inherent flaws in the vinyl – one speck of dust in the grooves can completely reshape the sound and in order to reach a similar quality to modern technology it must be amplified multiple times. Nevertheless, these faults only make
the experience of listening to vinyls more personal and authentic. Albums produced before technological advances contain sentimental value that listeners have treasured over time. Notably, most singles that have been released in the 21st century are enjoyed for a month at most, but fail to find a meaningful place in the heart. The death of the album needs to be respected and we should submerge ourselves in its last dying breaths. by Ali Townsend SpaLife | 11
THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE A PHOTO SERIES BY ROBERT HUTCHINSON WORDS BY BETH MORROW
W
hen I was thirteen years old, my mother bought a simple DSLR camera – this was my introduction to photography. At fifteen I realised that photography was a way of communicating my experiences that couldn’t be expressed in words. From that point on, I eagerly scoured Instagram and YouTube for inspiration and guidance on photography. Having grown up in Kenya, wildlife and safari were a part of my surroundings. But the reactions of wonder to my wildlife photography when I moved to the UK surprised me and revealed that I couldn’t describe my own experiences as well as I could show them. I want my audience to interpret my work in their own way, to
see the moment with their own eyes and to catch a glimpse of what I experienced in the moment that I captured the photo. I’m inspired by the profound ability of photographs to tell a story; the narrative in a moment. However, it’s also the process of wildlife photography that fascinates me every time; the unpredictability, the spontaneity and the technical skill. Now, at nineteen, I still focus on wildlife and landscape photography and I’m always exploring new ways to find the perfect moment to get the perfect shot.
Robert Hutchinson is a first year Business and Management student at Bath Spa University. Follow him on Instagram to see more of his work, @rob_hutchphotography. Photo: The Savannah at dusk. Š Robert Hutchinson
Clockwise from top left: Two wildebeests crossing the Mara river during the Great Migration in a wild stampede. A curious dik dik emerging from the undergrowth. A young elephant surrounded by its herd. Š Robert Hutchinson
A GUIDE
TO
NERJA
N
erja lies on the southern coast of Spain, just a 45-minute drive east of Málaga, and currently sits in TripAdvisor’s ‘Emerging Destinations’ at #4 in Europe and #9 worldwide. With its classic architecture, charming environment and tranquil sandy coves, it’s safe to say that Nerja has something for everyone.
THE TOWN
Nerja has an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, meaning there’s always the opportunity to get out and experience what the town has to offer. Voted as the number one attraction in Nerja, the Balcόn de Europa is situated on a rocky promontory and was originally a fortress built to keep British 16 | SpaLife
Photo: On the rocky road up El Cielo mountain. © Sam McKenna
pirates and privateers at bay. Now, however, it’s the focal point of the town, displaying magnificent views up and down the coast and is visited by thousands each year. Active both day and night, the ‘Balcony of Europe’ is also the location for various concerts and festivals throughout the year. Lined with cafés, restaurants and ice cream parlours, it’s the ‘place to be’ in the summer months.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
If you’re not seeking the shining white Spanish villas, perhaps you’ll be persuaded by the great natural spectacles Nerja has to offer. Overlooking the town and picturesque coast lies the mountain El Cielo. Standing at over 2 kilometres tall, it’s easy to feel tiny in comparison whilst you sip on sangria, soaking up the sun and the atmosphere around you. If great heights aren’t your thing, Nerja’s got that covered too. To the east of the town you’ll find the entrance to the Cuevas de Nerja. Dating back millions of years, these caves were only discovered in 1959 by five young friends hunting bats, as you do. Home to
the world’s largest stalagmite standing at 32 metres, you can also see cave drawings that date back over 20,000 years. If that’s still not quite your thing then perhaps a walk up the Rio Chíllar will catch your eye. Regarded by many Spanish families as a ‘summer classic’, this unique river walk is a great way to keep cool whilst burning off those infamous holiday calories. Venture through the Spanish canyons with a shallow river running past your shins and you’ll be rewarded with cool rock pools and huge waterfalls which provide a fantastic natural massage.
THE BEACHES
If you’re like me, the best parts of a holiday can be where you’re lazing about, achieving absolutely nothing at all. Enter Playa Burriana, arguably the most popular beach in the region, and for good reason! Burriana beach boasts a whole load of facilities as well as its sandy, smooth-stoned shoreline. With pedalos, jetskis, kayaks and the notorious banana boat for rental, there’s always something to get you up on your feet (should you fancy it, of course). The free-to-use volleyball nets are also set up all-year round if you want to celebrate the new year with a sandy serve.
EATING OUT
The three Ps reign victorious in Nerja: pizza, pasta and paella, and of course tapas. One of the most well-known and popular restaurants in Nerja is Little Italy, specialising in classic Italian food, prices start at just €3.50 for a large, thinly » SpaLife | 17
Top: Bartering with the locals in Nerja. © Sam McKenna Bottom: Balling on the Burriana beach. © Sam McKenna
crusted oven-fired pizza. Don’t be fooled by the low prices though! Viewed as the go-to place for pizza and pasta in Nerja, the quality speaks for itself; the perfect place for lunch during the Spanish siesta or for dinner in the cooler evenings. If you’re after the Spanish scenery, atmosphere and culture, Spanish food goes hand-in-hand, right? Right. Head back down to the Burriana beach for steaming hot paella served straight from the pan. At only €7 per head and unlimited portions (two fill nicely), the only worry is waiting a few minutes for the next batch to be freshly prepared over the open fiery embers, better get in line!
BARS & CLUBS
Ask anyone in town for where to go for a lively night out and the answer will be the same: Tutti Frutti. Although the clubbing scene in Nerja is quieter in comparison to the other coastal cities like Marbella, Plaza Tutti Frutti provides the best choice of nightclubs in town. Unlike Bath, the area only starts getting busy from midnight and goes on into the early morning – best make use of those siestas. If clubbing isn’t your cup of tea, there’s plenty else to do later on in town. Tapas bars and pubs are scattered throughout the town hosting numerous activities from flamenco and tango to karaoke and live music. If places like these still haven’t quite quenched your thirst for a memorable night out on the town, then the plethora of bars Nerja has to offer may take your 18 | SpaLife
fancy. A popular one which I’ve found in recent years is El Fuego, located just behind the sandy shores of Playa Burriana. The bar’s flexible and personal atmosphere encourages custom from people all over the world, whilst still being popular amongst locals. With a wide variety of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails as well as a pool table to accommodate in-house tournaments, there’s also live sport coverage on the screens overhead. Despite its ‘sports bar’ nature, the venue feels homely and real, attracting the right kind of people. You don’t feel like a tourist but a local instead. It’s near impossible to pack Nerja’s beauty and culture into just a few pages and even if I did, it wouldn’t do the town justice. Having been visiting the area for over a decade and living there during the Christmas and summer holidays in recent years, I can safely say that Nerja is one of the few places I’d wholeheartedly recommend to anyone. Its charm and people are unique; the sand is soft, the drinks are refreshing and the food is delicious. Life flows easily with seemingly no barriers to happiness. Holidaying is affordable and living more so. Placed in TripAdvisor’s Top 10, join the celebration of Nerja’s excellence and maybe even improve your Spanish along the way.
by Sam McKenna
48
Photo: A view of the Eiffel Tower in its autumnal glory. Š Danny Whitebread
HOURS
IN PARIS
A
s the world's most visited city; the French capital provides something for everyone. The sheer size and density of the city means travellers have difficulty knowing what to restrict themselves from seeing. My forty-eight hours in Paris allowed me to sample a pocket-sized portion of the seductive city. I travelled to Paris with my boyfriend on a Students' Union trip; however, we managed to break away from the crowd in order to see everything in the time we had. If I were to find a problem with Paris, it would be that the city has a tendency to keep the best bits hidden to itself. The greatest means to explore the city is by wandering away from other tourists and getting lost. Nonetheless, if you visit the city on a whistle-stop tour, the best way is to plan ahead. I wanted to visit the tourist hotspots such as the Arc de Triomphe, The Louvre and Notre-Dame de Paris. However, I also wished to meander down the winding streets full of Paris' famous architecture of sophisticated symmetry. I
20 | SpaLife
wanted to discover all things considered quintessentially Parisian. I decided to navigate the city using the metro system and by my own two feet. I began my journey in Disneyland Paris, where I spent a nostalgic day reliving my childhood. The last time I visited a Disney park was when I was nine years old back in 2005, and this visit brought back memories of seeing Disney for the first time. The characters looked exactly the same as I remembered them. Surprisingly the park was mostly visited by people of a similar age to me or older, emphasising that Disney will remain forever timeless. The following day I hopped on the train and headed for the capital. Paris is overflowing with artistic flair, even on the short journey our ears were greeted by a man playing the violin on the crowded train, his expressive face perfectly twisting to the rhythm of the bow as he stroked the strings. As I exited the train, I was welcomed by the divine construction of the Arc de Triomphe at the top of the
cobbled steps. The arch towered over everything around it and its reflection in the puddles on the street made it seem even larger. The image sank below the surface in a mirrorlike state. Since it was still early I decided to walk to the Eiffel Tower to beat the queues. The walk allowed me to see the large tourist hotspots but also do a little “TO KNOW PARIS exploring. The glamour and grandeur of the city are emphasised by the stylish Parisians who IS TO KNOW A inhabit it. Paris is known as the fashion capital of GREAT DEAL.” the world and when surrounded by the buildings, the delicate lanterns that line the streets, the – HENRY MILLER clothes and of course the many designer boutiques – you cannot help but feel a part of it. I passed Yves Saint Laurent with a queue leading down the street full of people who looked as if they had just stepped off a runway. I saw husbands treating their wives to pairs of Christian » SpaLife | 21
Top: A perspective of the Louvre in Paris and its glass pyramid. © Danny Whitebread Bottom: One of Paris’ many side streets with its cobbled stone streets and tiny balconies. © Danny Whitebread
Louboutin's whilst sipping champagne. Shortly after this I arrived at the Eiffel Tower. The low hum of hundreds of tourists surrounded me as people checked tickets and raised umbrellas while it started to rain. One of my favourite things about visiting capital cities is how multicultural they are. You only have to stand in one spot for a minute to hear a cocktail of languages. I purchased my ticket, went through security and was finally at the base of the elevator. The first elevator travels to the centre of the tower which stands at 149 metres above ground, offering an outstanding view of the skyline. For those who wish to travel higher, there is a second elevator which takes guests up to the third viewing platform which is at about 300 metres and offers breathtaking views and a champagne bar. With my feet back on the ground, I was on my way to the Louvre. Several minutes later I was wandering around the site that combined old French architecture with modern streamlined glass. Unfortunately, time constraints prevented me from 22 | SpaLife
wandering inside to get a glimpse of da Vinci's masterpiece. Instead, I went for lunch in one of many quiet side streets and sat on a woven café chair, ordered a large glass of Malbec and watched the scenery. As the sun began to set, I remembered that I wanted to see Notre-Dame de Paris before I had to leave. I had read that when the sun sets, the beautiful French Gothic building lights up with a golden glow that accentuates the intricate craftsmanship and detail in the stone. I finished off my day by devouring a crêpe filled with fresh fruit and Nutella in the shadow of Notre Dame, watching riverboats sail down the canal. The city somehow managed to find the balance between tranquillity of beautiful sights in the background and bustling streets of a capital city in the foreground. As I wiped Nutella from the corner of my mouth, I thought ‘I know I'll be back.’
by Danny Whitebread
THE WILD LANDS OF
SCOTLAND
T
he departures board flickers above me. Names of faraway places – Rues, Palma, Brussels, Faro – shuffle and reshuffle as I patiently wait for our flight to appear among the destinations: Edinburgh. Not so much a faraway sky as an unexplored one. I, along with my cousin and sister, am only travelling to the northern stretches of the United Kingdom. A brief pause in Edinburgh, then onto the Highlands and Isle of Skye. I’ll be experiencing the same language, same currency, same food... sort of. Yet the familiar tingling of wanderlust is evident as the wheels of my suitcase roll towards our gate. The feeling builds as the engine of the plane rumbles, peaking as we burst through a burning sunset – sailing above Scotland’s capital, brilliant beneath a sea of frothy clouds. 24 | SpaLife
Photo: Sunset on Kylea in, The Isle of Skye. © Chelsea Davies
How vast the sky is here. In every direction, it extends above black and red rocked peaks, foothills of green, lochs of an indescribable blue. We have reached the wild lands. And indeed, there is something so incredibly wild about Scotland’s northern domains. A buzzard rises lazily, dipping in and out of the glen that scars the sliver-plated terrain. Deer roam through heather that will soon alight in vibrant purple. Waterfalls carve a trail through tumbling mountains, their verdant carpets a blanket draped across a sleeping body. It’s a landscape of colour almost
untouched by human hands – moulded by the stars and sea and sky. We drive further into this wilderness, memories of concrete, fast food and congestion fading as the miles between us and Edinburgh widen. As our guide manoeuvres paths that dip and bend, she entertains us with tales of mystical sea creatures and mischievous fairies; discusses the benefits of rowan for protection and indicates enchanted doorways that lead into the Land Under the Hill. We roll our eyes and laugh at the improbability of it all, but stories of kelpies, Elvin and the wee folk are entirely plausible here. You can feel something when you stand in the shadows of the land – whispers that dance between the wind and an irrational sense that the ground on which your feet tread has known a wild magic. Scotland is at its most beautiful under a sheet of rain clouds. Each glen dusted in a coating of silver, a darker tarnish than the sky above it. The lochs we pass are a deep teal, the surrounding vegetation like powdered raindrops. The rain strokes the windows of the bus and a steady patter drones along with the rumblings of the engine. It’s a soothing noise and I notice my cousin’s head edge closer to the seat in front of her, my sister’s blinks lasting a little longer. All around me are yawns and drooping bodies. But I’m too entranced » SpaLife | 25
Top: A view of Skye Bridge, Kyleakin. © Chelsea Davies Bottom: In the shadow of the Old Man of Storr, Isle of Skye. © Chelsea Davies
by the view outside our trundling bus to even think of sleep. The unexpected stop becomes a much-loved pattern in our five-day loop of the Scottish Highlands. A rest stop at Eilean Donan Castle, lunch with Falkirk’s Kelpies, a hike to the Old Man of Storr. I experience too many villages, castles, ruins and postcard-perfect views to recall the names of them all. Although memories of Glen Coe will remain. There, I begin to understand why the sound of bagpipes is said to be haunting. The music drifts across the rain-swept slopes, rising, falling, echoing in a melody that is devastatingly beautiful. The tartanclad piper creates a striking contrast beneath the leaden sky. An intrinsically Scottish accompaniment for a walk through an intrinsically Scottish place, I think. The music follows me like a shadow, ringing in my ears when I finally close my eyes to sleep. Only then, halfway between dreams and consciousness, do I recognise the strains as the Skye Boat Song. An ancient tale of a prince who fled over the sea, and a woman with the purest heart. Or, as others may know it, the opening song of Outlander. Each morning on the Isle of Skye is dry and bright; the blue of the sea giving way to reveal the curves of islands touched by dawn light. We drive from end to end, noses pressed against windows for the duration of our travels. Mouths open,
cameras flashing. Our guide’s Gaelic playlist the perfect accessory for a journey as otherworldly as this. It reaches 9.04pm and still Skye’s firmament is streaked with sherbet shades. I watch cars pass over the bridge that connects her to the mainland; it marks our journey back towards Edinburgh tomorrow. From my seat at its foot – enveloped by meadow grass dyed gold by the setting sun – the title of “sky” bridge seems fitting. The concrete wings leave a smudge of grey that stretches beyond the clouds. I observe a flock of seagulls trailing a fisherman’s boat, the sky above me dying with absolute grace. The night finally goes dark, although my soul is light with our adventures. I’ve tasted whiskey, experienced my first ceilidh, climbed fortresses and travelled over lochs. I’ve fed hairy cows, stood on ancient battlefields where history bleeds into myth and grief and I’ve even tried a haggis. I’ve stood at the foot of cliffs and the heart of glens and chased so many sunsets the glow has permanently stained my mind. I’ve experienced Scotland. And as the plane departs above her capital – the Forth Bridge vivacious even at this height – my final thought is that this is Scotland: wild, seductive and unapologetically beautiful. by Chelsea Davies SpaLife | 27
A FAR
I
AWAY
HOME
t’s a new year and it’s typically at these times, the end or the beginning of something, that we have an epiphany or philosophical musing. We find some sort of wisdom that we’re aching to impart to our fellow humans; an overly motivational new perspective on life or an unachievable New Year’s resolution is usually how it goes. It makes me cringe to say it, but yes, I have one too. This year is about being humble and grateful for home – whatever home we make for ourselves and who we make it with. Living abroad, people sometimes have a certain impression of what your life is: ‘oh how exciting!’ they coo, ‘how fabulous’ they say, ‘what a life…’ they sigh. And this is where I tell you with 100 per cent certainty that yes, it’s exciting and
28 | SpaLife
Photo: The West MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia. © Jemima Ung
amazing, but I was, and still am, scared sh*tless. Geographically, England is a long way away for me. I have to fly over continents and cross the equator to the place I call home: Australia; southern skies, pervasive heat and lazy drawls. Having moved overseas, small things that barely registered with me as being exceptional suddenly became so much more profound. Home is now not just another place but cerulean skies and a scorching sun that burns my skin. A place that eclipses the watercolour grey of England. Home is the ear-piercing screeching of cockatoos that put the pretty trills of English birds to shame. It dawned on me that my life no longer had these little, seemingly inconsequential, things in it. And no matter how eager I was to get away and explore the world, no matter how ready I convinced myself I was, homesickness punched me in the gut with a shock and misery that I wasn’t expecting when I moved to Bath.
To battle the homesickness, I made home the people in my life. They are my home away from home. Because without them, what are we left with? So often we get caught up in pursuing success (yes, I’m guilty, perhaps more so than others) that we forget that although our relationships with the people in our lives shouldn’t necessarily take priority, neither should they be shoved aside. If you make them a part of your life, if you make time, you’ll find they’ll simply be there supporting you along the way. So, this year remember to be humble and grateful for who and what you have. For me, the luscious, green rolling hills of England will never be as comforting as the raw beauty of bushland and the sands of my sunburnt country. But I’m ever so grateful for the opportunity and experience of living abroad. If you do it right, you can feel at home wherever you are, because people can be as much a home as your country. Make time for them. Some come, some go and hopefully some will return, but that’s part of life. So, here’s a bit of friendly advice to you all. Chin up, grow a pair, and do something that freaks you the hell out. by Jemima Ung SpaLife | 29
Photo: Trekking along the paths of Wales. © James Chou
A
DRAGON
AMONGST LIONS
W
e’ve all heard the saying ‘you can take the girl out of the country, but you can’t take the country out of the girl,’ yet I never realised how true it was until I moved from Wales to England. When you’re a Welsh student in England, being Welsh quickly becomes part of your identity, whether you embraced it back at home like I did or not. Considering that we’re not exactly foreigners, our accents, mannerisms and general national pride still make us stick out like sore thumbs amongst the English. You can spot a fellow Welsh person from a mile away and doing so means an instant friend! In Freshers’ Week that Welsh accent was a little piece of home. Saying ‘hi’ to someone meant you had enough inside jokes and conversations to last you every awkward ‘waiting for class’ conversation, which was a massive relief. Despite all the sheep jokes and snorts after our pronunciation of Primark, we had something that the countless English students seemed to lack.
30 | SpaLife
It was this very idea that made me think long and hard about what it means to be Welsh. I’ve always been proud of it, but when I moved to England I became determined to hold onto that part of my identity. I’ve never taken such an interest in Welsh mythology and language quite like I did once I moved. I learned how to make Welsh cakes, started practicing my Welsh on the daily and every time those jokes came my way, I laughed it off. I actually found myself enjoying the playful rivalry I had going with my new English friends. Perhaps it was homesickness that motivated me, or the way being Welsh suddenly became an even bigger part of my identity. Maybe it was a bit of both, but a great interest sparked and I wanted to embrace the Welsh in me. The thing about being Welsh is that, after years of explaining to foreigners that we’re not English, but still British, and that we don’t have an affinity for sheep, we’ve developed a sense of commonality and shared experience. There are traditions
and phrases that we can all relate to and laugh about that get completely lost on the majority and it makes us, or at least made me, feel special. Most of my English friends don’t share the same love of their homeland that I have, at least not until the Wales vs. England games (which caused quite the rivalry in my flat – though considering the outcome perhaps I shouldn’t have brought that up). It’s sad to think that most English people I talk to feel like expressing pride for their homeland is silly, perhaps because English pride seems to be less connected with culture and tradition and linked more with sports. Most don’t seem to link their
nationality with their identity in the same way that the Welsh do. For example, my North Walian housemate and I looked through old photographs of us on St David’s day in our little red costumes and talked about the funny performances at our school in Eisteddfod and it honestly made the others unintentionally jealous. Being Welsh is a proud identifier to me, even more so since I’ve enjoyed living in England. Wales is home, no matter if I choose to stay in England or not. It’s where I’m from, where my parents and grandparents come from. It’s beautiful and vast and it will always hold a firm place in my heart. It’s the sing-song accents, the » SpaLife | 31
Top: The beautiful cliffs of Trefor in Wales. © Holly Harmsworth Bottom: Gazing over Pontsticill Reservoir in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom. © John Mark Arnold
“WALES IS HOME, NO MATTER IF I CHOOSE TO STAY IN ENGLAND OR NOT.”
smell of manure and the fairy tale images of dragons that were painted for me as a child. I couldn’t wait to show my English friends the hunk of beauty that is Caerphilly Castle and my little town that reminded them of Fireman Sam. My English boyfriend was rather impressed with the pure size of the building when we were looking up at it, dimly lit under the twinkling night sky. I couldn’t wait to tell them about the difference between a cuddle and cwtch (a word held dear to any true Welshman who knows there’s something far more sincere in a cwtch), or about the love spoon my Bampi had made for me when I was born, a beautiful hand-crafted wooden work of art. Welsh culture is so huge and wonderful, and it took my friends to help me realise that. I think my English friends have begun to realise the importance of Welsh culture in my life and I’d like to think that I’ve helped open their eyes to what it means to care about where you come from. My Welsh housemate and I were so proud when my boyfriend put so much hard work into playing a Welsh character in a performance of Birdsong he was taking part in. When he belted out the national anthem in its original language, having worked on the pronunciation for weeks, I couldn’t help but grin. By now Welsh is almost a personality trait; it’s something that I am. You can take the girl out of Wales, but you can’t take the Welsh out of the girl. Ultimately, moving away from home taught me what home really means. by Leigh-Ann Hewer 32 | SpaLife
DON’T BE
YOUR OWN
TIME WASTER
T
ime is one thing we all crave to have more of, yet we waste a lot of it by scrolling through Instagram feeds or watching episode after episode on Netflix. Sound familiar? Oddly enough, it’s these ‘empty time fillers’ that actually distract us busy people. It’s human nature to be busy “DON’T WAIT creatures; we keep ourselves hectic. This can leave us UNTIL THE feeling exhausted, run down and frankly burnt out. ‘RIGHT’ MOMENT We make time for others because we don’t like letting TO MAKE TIME people down. But we don’t make time for someone just FOR YOURSELF.” as important (if not more so)... ourselves. Why does making time for ourselves seem selfish or less productive? It shouldn’t! Being a friend to ourselves is a 34 | SpaLife
Photo: ‘Time is precious,’ Gastown, Vancouver, Canada. © Harry Sandhu
mindset a lot of us lack and many are unsure of how to do this. How often do you have a self-care night? Or spend time doing things you enjoy rather than finishing off an essay into the late hours of the night? We overwork; over-stress and then neglect our simple pleasures and indulgences which truly make those hard and tedious days go by with added positivity. For me, this means waking up ten minutes earlier to brew my coffee just how I like it. It’s important to acknowledge those self-care moments compared with the normal hustle of forgetting to turn your alarm on, scrambling to find books and failing to brush your teeth. This only makes your day go from bad to worse, which I’m sure happens to the best of us. Think about yourself as you would about your best friend. If they needed a break or a treat you would be there for them, right? It shouldn’t be any different when it comes to you and letting yourself have some time to relax and really relish in the moment of what you enjoy. Cook (or order) your favourite meal, read your favourite book, watch your favourite movie, listen to your favourite podcast, run yourself a bath with bath salts, and relax! Don’t waste your precious time on hours of social media browsing because it’s selfdestructive. What good can come from this, whether you’re comparing likes of a post, gossiping about friends or wishing you were someone else, somewhere else? You should focus your energy on the present and enjoy every moment to the fullest. You can do something about the moment which is NOW. Unhappy with
something? Is it well within your power to change it. We often get consumed and wrapped up in situations that can be energy zapping, leaving us feeling drained and depleted. In these moments we must stop, pay attention, be mindful and rest our busy heads to appreciate the beautiful moments that are frequently overlooked. Consider the beautiful spring weather that is approaching or a smile from a friendly stranger… Life is a constant ticking clock and with this time of year where dissertations are due, exams are getting prepped for and coursework is being rewritten again and again until it’s perfect – it may seem never ending, but it will end. Then the process begins again and as life does, it will become busy and chaotic and you’re right back to where you started: feeling stressed. But the point is, don’t wait until the ‘right’ moment to make time for yourself because life doesn’t give you perfectly made time slots. YOU have to make time yourself, make YOU a priority. It’s healthy, it’s sustainable and means you can keep working hard and being busy without the worry of burning out. After reading this, I hope (even just a little part of you) feels inspired about putting yourself first every now and again. Start to look around and enjoy the moment you’re living in right now. Don’t be your own time waster.
by Martha Norris SpaLife | 35
EXHIBITION Celebrating International Women’s Day 6 – 22 March 2018 Open every evening 5pm – 10pm St James Wine Vaults 10 St James Street BATH BA1 2TW
DAME
OF THE www.katecurates.space
HOUR
Since 1909 we have been commemorating the movement for women’s rights on International Women’s Day, March 8. Dame of the Hour celebrates this day and women all over the world by showcasing works from twenty-two local and international artists. The exhibition takes inspiration from Dame Nellie Melba (1861–1931), a world renowned operatic soprano and the first Australian to be internationally recognised as a classical musician. It is perhaps also fitting that it was in the year 1909 that Dame Nellie Melba returned to Australia for a ‘sentimental tour’ and was celebrated by fellow Australians for her success. Rachel Withers (Art Historian and Senior Lecturer at Bath Spa University) and Katie O’Brien (Project Director of 44AD Art Gallery) have kindly agreed to take part in the exhibition by selecting one artist to be given the opportunity for a solo show at 44AD. Exhibition Dates: 6 – 22 March 2018 FREE ENTRY Opening Hours: 5pm – 10pm KEY EVENTS OPENING NIGHT | 6 March 2018 There will be a few words from the curator and the artist selected for a solo show will be announced. We’re excited to present Ennè, who will be performing on the night. Her cultural influences bring a mix of Reggae, Soul, Jazz, Blues and R’n’B. 6pm – 8pm FILM & PERFORMANCE | 10 March 2018 We have seven artists who have created film pieces and one performance artist. We are dedicating this evening to their works which will be exhibited. 6.30pm – 8pm LIVE MUSIC | 16 March 2018 We have the pleasure of introducing you to Rae Elias. She is a singer/songwriter from Swindon with influences such as Eva Cassidy, Etta James, Prince, Amy Winehouse and Adele. 6pm – 8pm
SIMPLY BREAKFAST
QUICK AND EASY, SIMPLY BREAKFAST
SIMPLY BREAKFAST SIMPLY BREAKFAST F
ood and health blogger Martha Norris loves nourishing her body with good, healthy food and exercising regularly. To share her love with those of you just as passionate about food, she has put together simple and easy-to-follow recipes that work for everyone. Read more about Martha on her blog simplymartha.co.uk.
It’s 8.46am – you’ve pressed snooze five times, you have a 9am lecture and for some reason you can’t find that damn matching sock. Right now, breakfast is the last thing on your mind. ‘I’ll just skip breakfast. It’ll be fine.’ If you haven’t heard the phrase ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day,’ WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? It’s an annoying cliché and makes me roll my eyes, but irritatingly – it’s true. Breakfast really is the best meal to set you up for a productive day. Recently, I saw a tweet saying: ‘Waking up at noon means you only need to pay for two meals instead of one #studentproblems.’ I mean, yes, this is true, however, since when did breakfast become a money burning machine (unless you’re burning toast)? Breakfast is so important for optimal health: dd It kick-starts your metabolism, dd It regulates the blood glucose levels (that 3pm slump is the worst!), dd Eating breakfast is healthy for the brain 38 | SpaLife
as well as the body (meaning you’ll feel like a boss in that 9am lecture), and dd You’re less likely to overeat when you have a great breakfast. By the looks of things, I can’t see why you wouldn’t love a hearty, healthy breakfast. But I’d rather sleep! I agree, sleep is the ultimate bae – especially when you’re dreaming about Ryan Gosling (the pain is real). So the excuse ‘sleep is more important’ might be tempting, but studies have shown that breakfast enhances your performance both mentally and physically. I don’t have time though? I’m not expecting a Nigella-worthy breakfast of smoked salmon, avocado and poached egg (and on a student budget that isn’t happening any time soon). However, there are quick, easy and healthy breakfast ideas – some you can even make the night before. Here are my favourites! »
Photo: Overnight oats are your knight in shining armour if you have a busy schedule. Š Martha Norris
Photo: Chocolate cake for breakfast? Who can say no to that? © Martha Norris
OVERNIGHT OATS This is the ultimate breakfast for the lazy student. The only thing that is required is a little effort the night before. I promise it’s super simple! Ingredients ½ cup of porridge oats 1 banana, mashed Milk (amount depends on thickness) Protein powder (optional) Honey, cinnamon or mixed berries Method 1. Pour the porridge oats into a container. 2. Add the protein powder and/or cinnamon or honey, stir until combined.
3. Add the milk and stir (add more to dilute, personally I like mine thicker). 4. Add the banana and mix through. Add mixed berries on top. 5. Place a lid on top of the container (or if you’re super lazy just leave in a bowl), and store in the fridge overnight. Ready to eat in the morning!
EGG, SPINACH AND HAM MCMUFFIN Probably a little different to the version from McDonald’s, but eating healthy doesn’t have to compromise on good tasting foods. Breakfast muffins are great to make in bulk too, meaning you have breakfast set for the rest of the week made in under fifteen minutes! Ingredients 3-4 eggs 2-3 handfuls of spinach Ham (as much or as little as you want) Method 1. Preheat the oven to 180° Celcius. 2. Crack eggs and whisk in a bowl until well combined. Add the spinach and mix together.
40 | SpaLife
3. Cut up the ham into smaller pieces, add to mixture. 4. Pour the batter into cupcake tins and bake for about ten minutes (cooking time can vary). 5. Once they look cooked and ‘muffinlike’, take them out.
BANANA, CHOCOLATE AND MAPLE SYRUP MUG CAKE That’s right… you heard it here first. You can have cake for breakfast and it’s totally healthy (well, somewhat). I mean we are technically adults but who’s going to stop us from having cake in the morning? And better yet, it takes literally three minutes to do and there’s practically no washing up – JACKPOT! Ingredients 1 banana, mashed Cocoa powder (drinking hot chocolate will do) 1 egg 1 tbsp of oats (gluten-free oats work as well) 2 tsp maple syrup Yoghurt or mixed berries for topping (optional)
Method 1. Mix together the banana and egg. 2. Add the oats, maple syrup and cocoa powder, mix together until well combined. 3. Place in the microwave for one minute (high heat). 4. Add your toppings of choice once cooked (I love adding yoghurt as I love the hot and cold combination). SpaLife | 41
GOTTA
LATTE LOVE
FOR COFFEE
F
or those of you who don’t know, Bath is a city that is serious about its café culture. Not only is there a branch of every major UK coffee chain, but there are also some South-West based chains and some great independents. In other words, there should be something for everyone. But how do you pick out the good from the bad? It takes a decent amount of free time (and a generous student loan) to try all of them, so here’s a helpful guide of Bath’s crème de la crème. 42 | SpaLife
Photo: Brewed and blurred: grabbing a coffee at Colonna & Small’s. © Mark Banham
COLONNA & SMALL’S 6 Chapel Row
If there’s one place in Bath that has brewing down to science, it’s Colonna and Small’s. It was the only place in Bath to be featured in the Telegraph’s 2015 article about café culture in the UK, they also named it one of the ‘30 best coffee shops/cafés in Britain’ and it has won a range of awards. The baristas are highly skilled with about seven awards between them for categories such as ‘latte art’ and ‘brewing’. The coffee on offer is changed weekly to keep up with what’s in season from the country’s leading coffee bean roasters. You might have to go in prepared with a background knowledge on what kind of roast you want, and you’ll likely brush past some coffee-loving hipstertypes; Colonna knows its coffee inside and out. Plus, the shop itself is decorated like an Instagrammer’s dream of the perfect artisan vibe. Best for: the freshest seasonal beans and experienced baristas.
BOSTON TEA PARTY
19 Kingsmead Square & 8 Alfred Street
While it might be slightly more expensive, Boston Tea Party (BTP) is one of the touchstones of Bath’s café culture. While Alfred Street is a lot bigger than Kingsmead, it’s a fair trek to the top of town, so by all means, try it at least once but I personally prefer Kingsmead. With
its outside seating on a summer’s day it’s the perfect spot for ‘people watching’. BTP is definitely one of my favourites for coffee, although I’d skip the iced coffee with avocado and maple syrup (for me, avocado belongs on toast and in guacamole only), but BTP also makes a great brunch and breakfast place. They’re also ethically conscious and focused on being environmentally friendly. Their GoodForNothing Chapter is a regular local meet-up where the chain works to ‘make good stuff happen for the people who need it.’ Best for: sophisticated brunching.
MOKOKO COFFEE
7 Dorchester Street & 6 Abbey Churchyard
Mokoko prides itself on its speciality beans that create delicious espresso and filter coffee. It’s open to all, from those coffee connoisseurs in the know to those with no idea. Whether you’re looking for a nice slice of cake and some coffee, or have an order so complicated it makes Starbucks baristas wince, Mokoko aims to please. Again, the interiors are sweet, minimalist Instagram goals and are well worth a picture. Mokoko has also recently taken over what was previously Jacob’s Coffee House by the Abbey – a wonderful spot for pictures and sight-seeing breaks. Best for: simple coffee and ‘people watching’. » SpaLife | 43
Photo: Illustrated map of Bath and the city’s coffee shops. © Izzy Lawton
SOCIETY CAFÉ
4-5 Kingsmead Square & 19 High Street
Society Café is a good all-rounder so if you’re hunting for a spot to take the whole family during a visit, then here’s a good bet: they say the café is designed with ‘all of us in mind.’ It makes a good space for anything really, but I’d say the two locations do differ. The Corridor is slightly smaller and more mature, whereas Kingsmead Square is a lot bigger and much more open to families and children. The coffee is great with guest coffees that change every week and house coffee that changes seasonally, but if anything, it’s the atmosphere you should come for. There’s plenty of art books and magazines around and, at the very least, a few card games and dominoes lying around in Kingsmead for when you’ve earned that study break. Best for: Study breaks (and maybe a little studying).
THE FORUM COFFEE HOUSE
1a Forum Buildings, St James’s Parade
The Forum is one of Bath’s best independent venues – very art deco. This independent coffee house sits right alongside the Forum (as well as a few steps from the bus station), but it has a contemporary and modern interior, a world away from its neighbour. Fitted out with lots of window counter space, a long sofa bench and a communal table there’s plenty of space, whether you have a big group project, are working with a friend or grabbing a solo coffee. 44 | SpaLife
Their coffee is sourced from the local Clifton Coffee Company with signature beans that are brewed alongside the usual espresso and decaf options. They also have a great selection of cakes and a growing food menu (avocado on toast, anyone?) if you’re planning on camping out all day. Best for: the ultimate millennial workspace. SPECIAL SHOUT-OUTS We just didn’t have enough space to go in-depth about Bath’s coffee scene, but these next few are still worth checking out: Chapel Arts Café – an ethically conscious independent hidden near SouthGate. The Bridge Coffee Shop – a direct view of Pulteney Bridge and down the River Avon. Hunter and Sons – think Colonna and Small’s with an additional focus on craft beer. Rosarios – the real-deal Italian café. Picnic Coffee – as dead serious about coffee as Colonna and Small’s but a much lighter and more colourful atmosphere. Psst... if you’re looking for a coffee alternative to Starbucks on Newton Park Campus, check out East Wing Coffee. Their mochas are to die for and chatting to the baristas adds a nice little break to your busy schedule!
by Bethany Bailey
Monday MADNESS
COLLECTION DEAL
ANY SIZE PIZZA
ANY SIZE PIZZA
only
only
£8.99 £9.99 ADD A SIDE ORDER FOR DELIVERY From the menu or create your own up to 4 toppings. Premium crusts and bases charged as extra. Offer expires 30/06/2018.
50% OFF
at regular price d £30 or more when you spen .co.uk
DOUBLE DEAL
OPEN UNTIL
LIVERING UN
5AM DELIVERIN DE UNTIL G LIVERING
UNTIL
DELIVERI NG UNTILDELIVERIN DELIV G ER UNTIL
DELIVERIN UNTIL G
DA
7
DISCOUNT DEAL
DE DELIVERIN UNTIL G
TIL
AVAILABLE MONDAY ONLY
From the menu or create your own up to 4 toppings. Premium crusts and bases charged as extra. Minimum delivery spend £9.99. Offer expires 30/06/2018.
ANY 2 PIZZAS
£20
DELIVEDE RINLIVERING UNTIL G
DELI UN DELTIL IVERING
UNTIL ING
Y S A EUNVETIERIL NGK W UNTIL
DELIVERIN UNTIL G
DELIVERI NG UNTIL
only
.dominos online at www
ENTER CODE AT THE CHECKOUT
NJMEFZJK
ANY ADDITIONAL PIZZAS £10 EACH
Excludes drinks, dips, ice cream, 14 & 21 piece chicken portions and chicken combos. Minimum spend must be reached without excluded items in basket. Offer expires 30/06/2018.
From the menu or create your own up to 4 toppings. Premium crusts and bases charged as extra. Offer expires 30/06/2018.
TO RECEIVE OUR VERY BEST DEALS PUSHED STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE 3 SIMPLE STEPS:-
ADD THE PASS & SHARE THE SAVINGS
1. Text BATH to 78866 2. Click the download link that appears in the returned Text message 3. When prompted, click “ADD” to install our Apple Wallet Deals Pass onto your phone (*)
Long Acre, London Road, Bath BA1 5NL
Moorland Road, Oldfield Park, BA2 3PL
Opening Hours 10am - 5am, 7 days a week
Opening Hours 10am - 11pm , 7 days a week
01225 421421
01225 444544
Orders out of Oldfield Park’s collection hours will be prepared and delivered from the London Road store
/DominosPizza
@Dominos_UK
Click
Tap the app
Pop In
Call
(*) Android phone users only: Please note that after clicking the download link in step 2 above, you will be redirected to a landing page that will prompt you to install the free Google Play App “Pass Wallet” and our Deals Pass will be automatically added to Pass Wallet when it is opened for the first time after installation.
SpaLife Magazine is a student-run magazine at Bath Spa University. We publish engaging and thought-provoking articles on lifestyle, travel, culture and student issues, and we always try to promote upcoming talents throughout the university. It’s a great opportunity for those who participate to build their CVs and portfolios, and gain real-life work experience. We have office space available on Monday afternoons for those who would like to work in a study environment and to offer time for any task-related queries (these meet ups are optional but recommended). We aim to have a meeting or social every two to three weeks to discuss ideas, progress and to get to know each other. If you would like to get involved with the magazine, get in touch via spalifemag@bathspa.ac.uk (Please include some information about you and your interests.) You can also find us online at spalifemagazine.wordpress.com, or on social media: Facebook: BSU SpaLife Magazine Instagram: @spalifemag Twitter: @spalifemag
SpaLife TV brings you great coverage of events throughout the year – featuring student news, comedy sketches and upcoming talents. There are loads of exciting chances to get involved in presenting, filming and editing. Get in touch via spalifetelevision@gmail.com Facebook: SpaLife TV Instagram: @spalifetv
With a wide range of shows, podcasts and live streams of music, news and entertainment, you are sure to find something that tickles your ears. We’re always on the lookout for new talents, so why not put forward your own demo or topic for discussion and join us? Get in touch via spaliferadio@bathspa.ac.uk Facebook: SpaLife Radio Instagram: @spaliferadio
SpaLife | 47
made for students, by students. spalife magazine offers a space for
uniqueness. we aim to inspire and encourage
students to develop and improve their skills. spalife is an opportunity to demonstrate what we can do.
we are always looking for students to join
our team. whether you’re a business, biology or publishing student, the course you’re
studying doesn’t matter. what counts are
your skills, passions and a genuine interest in working with like-minded people. find more information on how to join and write for us at:
www.spalifemagazine.wordpress.com
Bath Spa University Students' Union is a Registered Charity, no: 1139037.