Welcome programme A Presessional introduction to Bristol
Welcome Bristol has recently been voted the best place to live in the UK, and we hope you will see why! The city offers everything from one of the nation’s oldest theatres to the famous Bristol zoo. Our programme of events will help you discover the city and its surroundings, get to know each other and, most importantly, have a good time. There is something for everyone: from the Balloon Fiesta and city trips to sport afternoons and film nights.
welcome and registration events Your welcome to your new University, and Bristol SU Registration and Welcome to Bristol SU
Presessional Welcome Talk
17 June / 15 July, 1.30 - 4.30
16 June / 14 July
4th floor, Richmond Building
Priory Road Lecture Theatre
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Events
Presessional trips, tours and events brought to you by the International Office and Bristol SU.
Welcome to Bristol walking Tour Discover your new home. Learn a little history and loads of tips to make the most of your time here! Tour followed by optional boat tour of the harbour. Date: 21 May. Tour leaving at: 2:30pm. Sign up: 20 May. Date: 18 June. Tours leaving at: 11am, 1pm and 3pm Sign up: 17 June. Date: 16 July. Tours leaving at: 11am, 1pm and 3pm Sign up: 15 July. Price: Free Meet: Richmond Building, BS8 1LN Sign up on dates above, or at: www.aftbristol.com
Day Trip to Bath Visit the beautiful Royal city of Bath. Take in the architecture and atmosphere of the closest city to Bristol. Price includes travel, city tour, maps and free time to explore! Date: 22 May. 11am. Sign up: 20 May Date: 19 June, 11am. Sign up: 17 June Date: 17 July, 11am. Sign up: 15 July Price: ÂŁ10. Meet: Bristol Hippodrome, BS1 4UZ Sign up on dates above, or at: www.aftbristol.com
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Day in London Spend the whole day discovering London with your friends, or enjoy a guided walking tour of many of the sights and stop in Chinatown for lunch. Price includes travel, maps, optional tour and more! Date: 25 June, 8am. Sign up: Before 22nd June Date: 23 July, 8am. Sign up: Before 20 July Price: £25. Meet: Bristol Hippodrome, BS1 4UZ Sign up on dates above, or at: www.aftbristol.com
Oxford and Bicester village Visit the oldest university city in the world and enjoy a walking tour. This is a chance to see many of the famous colleges in Oxford. In the afternoon, you can explore by yourself, or enjoy a visit to the Bicester village outlet for some discounted designer goods! Date: 26 June, 9am. Sign up: Before 22 June Date: 24 July, 9am. Sign up: Before 20 July Price: £24. Meet: Bristol Hippodrome, BS1 4UZ Sign up on dates above, or at: www.aftbristol.com
Film Night Enjoy your favourite film in the fantastic Winston Theatre! Let us know what you’d like to see on the PG Network Facebook page. Date: 6th July, 6pm-10pm Meet: Winston Theatre, Richmond Building
Summer BBQ Unwind on the terrace with a burger and summer drinks! Date: 3rd August, 6pm - 10pm, Meet: Balloon Bar, Richmond Building
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Balloon Fiesta night glow Visit the world famous Bristol Balloon Fiesta on the opening night to enjoy the spectacular Night Glow. See 100 hot air balloons light up the night sky in time to music. Price includes one way travel and attraction map. Follow the crowds back to the city centre or take a bus when the event finishes. Date: 11 August, 6pm Price: £3.50. Meet: Richmond Building, BS8 1LN Sign up: Before 10 August or book at www.aftbristol.com
Stonehenge and Salisbury Trip Discover Salisbury, the beautiful “City in the Countryside” famed for its beautiful cathedral and quaint architecture. Enjoy a short city tour, followed by free time to explore. In the afternoon we will visit Stonehenge. The entrance cost is included in our tour. You will receive an audio tour, admission to the stones, museum and the recreation of a 5000 year old village. This is the cheapest price from Bristol- guaranteed!
Date: 13 August, 9am Price: £35 Meet: Bristol Hippodrome, BS1 4UZ Sign up: Before 10 August or book at www.aftbristol.com
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Services international student visa advice & compliance team The advisers can support and guide you on matters related to your immigration status throughout your student journey. They work with the compliance officers to help you meet UKVI requirements and rules. Check our web pages: bristol.ac.uk/international-office/visas-immigration/ Please contact the advisers if you require further information: By completing our immigration enquiry form - bristol.ac.uk/international-office/visasimmigration/enquiry-form/ or by coming to a drop-in Monday - Friday 2pm - 4.30pm.
Just Ask We offer advice and support on almost any issue that might affect you at university, be it academic, financial, social or personal. Our services are free, confidential and independent and our advisers are always happy to help. bristolsu.org.uk/justask bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk 3rd floor, Richmond Building. 0117 331 8635
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bristol - a guided tour Here’s our quick guide to your new city! 5 must know areas in Bristol
The Triangle & Park Street
Gloucester Road & Stokes Croft
Clifton Village
Two areas that you’re going to spend a lot of time in whilst at uni. Very close to the Students’ Union, it’s busy day and night and is very student friendly. You’ll find pubs, bars, clubs, coffee shops and some really cool shops.
Full of independent shops and funky bars and pubs, this is Bristol’s favourite student spot. Find specialist food shops, vintage clothing, and trendy coffee shops. Plus legendary clubs like Blue Mountain and Lakota.
Try… Roccotillos American Diner, All-in-One and BS8 Fashion Emporium.
Try… The Canteen, Blue Lagoon and The Amnesty Bookshop.
Home to Bristol SU, you’ll find it’s full of beautiful English houses, terraces and plazas. You’ll find posh restaurants, posh boutiques and posh pubs. It’s gorgeous, but can be expensive! Our bar - The Balloon - is the exception, and is the cheapest in Bristol. Try… The Balloon Bar, The Primrose Café, The Coronation Tap, The Clifton Arcade
Whiteladies Road & Cotham Hill
City Centre
This is one of the main student hubs in Bristol. There are loads of nice cafés and restaurants, and the charity shops are some of the best in the city. Lively bars make this a great place to go out at night.
Bristol city centre mixes unique pubs, markets and arthouse cinemas with highstreet brands and fancy restaurants. The city centre’s highlight is the Waterfront, where you’ll find great food, drink and views.
Try… Fishminister, Highbury Vaults, and Sainsbury’s.
Try… Thekla, Cabot Circus and the Arnolfini bristolsu.org.uk
The best of Bristol With so much on offer, you’ll soon discover your favourites. But to help you start, here are a few of ours.
Theatre Bristol Old Vic - home the oldest auditorium in the world. The building itself beautiful and Kings Street has got so much history you can almost see the pirates! For great theatre on a small budget, try The Wardrobe, on Old Market Street. The Arnolfini is one of Europe’s leading centres for contemporary arts and innovative experimental work.
Music Colston Hall shows a great range of musicians and comedians - they often sell out fast. For local music, choose any one of Bristol’s thousand little venues - try Mr. Wolf’s. Bristol SU’s own Anson Rooms host a great selection of British and international talent
Fashion The charity shops on
Cotham Hill are full of cheap vintage and designer clothes. Cooshti, on Park Street, has great street gear, discounts and friendly staff.
fitness sessions for students. There are two big football teams. Bristol City play at Ashton Gate in the Championship, and Bristol Rovers play at the Memorial Ground in League One.
Film The Watershed is one of the best arthouse cinemas in the country, with new and classic film from around the world. Showcase Cinema in Cabot Circus has great facilities for watching blockbusters. It’s expensive, but they give good discounts for students and members. The Orpheus Cinema and The Cube are tiny cinemas. They don’t show every film that comes out, but are very cheap and have nice atmospheres.
Sport Bristol SU is home to over 60 sports groups, so start with us! We also run Get Active and Fit & Fab - cheap bristolsu.org.uk
There are lots of beautiful cycling routes - and the first you should try is the Bristol to Bath cycle path.
Join us on Facebook Don’t miss anything this summer - join the Bristol SU Postgraduate network on Facebook at >> http://tinyurl. com/bristol-postgrads And our Welcome Week Facebook group here >> http://tinyurl.com/bristolwelcome See you there!
Sport
Bristol SU Active provides opportunities to get involved in sports activities. Get active, make new friends and have fun! Classes start from June 13.
Boxercise
Swimming
Mondays, 4:15pm - 5:15pm. Carpenter
Saturdays, 1pm - 3pm. Richmond
Room, Richmond Building. Free.
Building Swimming Pool. £2 or free with membership.
Yoga Tuesdays, 5pm - 6pm. Carpenter Room,
Indoor football
Richmond Building. £2.
Sundays, 10am-12pm. Indoor Sports
Booking and payment to be made
Centre, Tyndall. £2 or free with
on-line:
membership.
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Cubatone/ zumba
One-off events
Wednesdays, 4:15pm - 5:15pm.
We will also be holding one-off events, so
Carpenter Room, Richmond Building.
make sure you check out our website &
Free.
social media page for updates: bristolsu.org.uk/activities/sports
Badminton Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6pm. Indoor Sport Centre, Tyndall Avenue. £2 or free with membership.
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presessional special offers Morning Regular tea / filter coffee with Danish Pastry - £2.25 Small salad and half pint soft drink* - £3.00 Large salad and pint soft drink* - £4.00 Afternoon regular tea or filter coffee with slice of cake - £2.30 Daily lunch special Served 12pm to 2pm - £4.00
The Richmond Building, 105 Queensoad R *selected drinks only, ask staff for more details
Get your Br istol swag and se e ou special offer r s at
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The Basket Your Student Union Shop
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