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The Give it a Go Summer programme 2015
The Give it a Go programme is packed full of activities, events and experiences just for students, so why not join in the fun?! All activities are run at a beginners’ level so it doesn’t matter if you haven’t tried the activity before. There’s no strings attached, just pay and play.
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Brand new for this year, why not Give it a little Go?! Some activities in this year’s programme are free for you to attend, just look out for the ‘Give it a little Go’ logo. Please collect your free ticket from the Box Office as you would with any other paid Give it a Go activity. Mon 11th Apr
Tue 12th Apr
• Zumba, Fitness and Toning
Wed 13th Apr
Thu 14th Apr
Fri 15th Apr
Sat 16th Apr
Sun 17th Apr
• Spanish Language Course • Five Ways to Change the World
• 24hr filmmaking challenge • Dream Catcher Making • Japanese Language Course
• Oxford Day Trip • Salsa • Angklung Playing • 24hr Filmmaking Challenge • River Don Champion
• Chatsworth House Day Trip
Thu 21st Apr
Fri 22nd Apr
Sat 23rd Apr
Sun 24th Apr
• Circus Skills • Deep Search Course • Climate Change and Inequality: An evening with Oxfam • Spanish Language Course
• Japanese Language Course • Astrology
• Liverpool Day Trip • Capoeira • Batik Drawing • Age UK Garden Day
• Alnwick Castle Day Trip • The Real Junkfood Project
Wed 27th Apr
Thu 28th Apr
Fri 29th Apr
Sat 30th Apr
Sun 1st May
• Tour and Organ Demonstration of St. Marie's Cathedral • Barista Training • HARC Spring Cleaners • Goal Ball • Interfaith Cafe • Activist Skill-Share
• Deep Talk Course • Spanish Course • Global Food Crawl
• Japanese Language Course • Refugee Conversation Club
• York Day Trip • Capoeira
• Bakewell Food Festival Day Trip
• Wakeboarding • Barista Training • Refresh for Zest
Mon 18th Apr
Tue 19th Apr
• Bell Ringing Taster Session
• Pet Therapy • Ghost Tour
Mon 25th Apr
Tue 26th Apr
• Debunking Myths of Recreational Drugs • Language Exchange
• Radio Presenting • Kids Club Challenge
Wed 20th Apr • Arab Soc – Lip Sync Battle • TEFL • Barista Training • Pony Ride Helper • Beyond Fossil Fuels
Mon 2nd May
Tue 3rd May
BANK HOLIDAY UNION CLOSED
Mon 9th May
Tue 10th May
• Tarot Card Reading
Tue 17th May
• TEFL
• Film Screening: The Economics of Happiness
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Tue 24t May
EXAMS WEEK 1
Mon 30th May
Tue 31st May
EXAMS WEEK 2 UNION CLOSED
EXAMS WEEK 2
Mon 6th June
EXAMS WEEK 3
Thu 5th May
Fri 6th May
Sat 7th May
• Barista Training • People's Park Project • Sports Day
• Deep Search Course • Historical Crime and Murder Tour • Spanish Language Course • One World Mystery Film • Campaign Communication
• Japanese Language Course • School Playground Garden Fiesta
• Cambridge Day Trip • Mount Pleasant Park
Wed 11th May
Thu 12th May
Fri 13th May
Sat 14th May
• Deep Talk Course • Spanish Language Course • Artistic Extravaganza
• Japanese Language Course • Film Screening: How to Change the World
• Whitby Day Trip • Birdwatching at Bempton Cliffs • Garden Rescue • River Don Champion
Thu 19th May
Fri 20th May
• Barista Training • Animal Day Rescue
Mon 16th May
Mon 23rd May
Wed 4th May
Wed 18th May • Indian Head Massage • Barista Training Course • Make a Hostel a Home
• Deep Search Course
Wed 25th May
Thu 26th May
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• Interfaith Cafe
• Deep Talk
Wed 1st June
EXAMS WEEK 2
Thu 2nd June
EXAMS WEEK 2
Sun 8th May • Chester Day Trip • Football for Friendship
Sun 15th May • Harry Potter Studios Tours
Sat 21st May Sun 22nd May • Harrogate Day Trip
Fri 27th May
EXAMS WEEK 1
Sat 28th May
EXAMS WEEK 1
Sun 29th May
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• Blackpool Day Fri 3rd June
EXAMS WEEK 2
Sat 4th June
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Sun 5th June
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• Alton Towers Day Trip Tue 7th June
EXAMS WEEK 3
Wed 8th June
EXAMS WEEK 3
Thu 9th June
Fri 10th June
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• Post-Exam Mocktail Party
• Alton Towers Day Trip
Sat 11th June
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Sun 12th June
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SPORT
Wakeboarding
Capoeira is an exciting sport that combines martial arts, dance, acrobatics and music. A Brazilian martial art with African roots, capoeira will improve your strength, balance and flexibility, and is a fun way of getting fit. So why don’t you come and join us to find out more about this exciting and unique martial art? Everyone is welcome and we’ll be going for some food and a drink after the session. You can’t miss out! Want to have a go at the most radical sport on offer at UoS? Get your adrenaline pumping, develop rad skills and have an awesome time! Full tuition provided for all abilities, 3 hours of Wakeboarding and return transport. You must be able to swim 25m. We will be back in Sheffield at 6.30pm. Any questions or if tickets sell out (we may have more), message us at facebook.com/sheffwake. Date: Wed 13th April Time: 1pm – 6.30pm Price: £25, £23 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One Extra Info: All equipment is provided. Bring a towel, swimming suit and warm/waterproof clothes. Spare clothes to change into and bring a snack. You must be able to swim 25m.
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Capoeira
Date: Sat 23rd or 30th April Time: 3-5pm Price: £3, £1 ResLife Location: Activity Room 1, Goodwin Sports Centre Extra Info: Please bring water and wear clothes suitable for exercise, there are also facilities to have a shower after training if wanted.
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Varsity Sheffield is celebrating 20 years with a fantastic programme of events, where we hope to hold onto the Varsity trophy for the fourth year running. Most of the fixtures will take place 13th of April until the 20th of April. The exciting final event of Varsity will take place at Sheffield Arena where both Ice Hockey teams will battle for the final Varsity win! Ensure to keep up to date on all things Varsity by visiting the website: sheffieldvaristy.com and Twitter: @SheffVarsity #suvarsity
CREATIVE
24hr Filmmaking Challenge
In small groups, you will have 24 hours to write, shoot and edit a 5-minute film from scratch. All equipment is provided with support from members of the Filmmaking Society’s committee. This is a fantastic chance to learn about film making, meet new people, and have a great time! Date: Fri 15th April Time: 6.30pm Price: £3, £1 ResLife Location: Activities and Sports Zone
Batik Drawing
Originating in Java, Indonesia and now commonly found across the country and Southeast Asia, batik is a technique of applying patterns to clothes using wax and dye. Batik is now widely used for clothing and home furnishings. Join Indonesian Society's newest session to learn how to draw these beautiful and fascinating patterns. No experience needed and you will get to take your piece of art home!
Radio Presenting
Date: Sat 23rd April
Think you could be the next Greg James or Clara Amfo? Forge Radio can help you learn everything you need to know about radio presenting. Whether you're interested in music, news, sport or features, join us at this session to try out your great ideas! We will help you create your own radio show with music, news bulletins and features which will show off your presenting skills. We will even send you an mp3 file of your show afterwards.
Time: 1-3pm
Date: Tues 26th April
Price: £3, £1 ResLife
Time: 4-6pm
Location: Uni Central
Price: £3.50, £1.50 ResLife Location: Media Hub
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Deep Search is a chance to use a personal development tool, exploring our identity and purpose. We will include wellbeing and spirituality in what is explored. We will be working individually but also joining in a group discussion each time. The sessions are suitable for anyone wanting to explore their identity. Date: Thursdays: 21st April, 5th May and 19th May
Make Your Own Dream Catcher
Dream catchers originated in Native American culture and are believed to filter a person’s dreams, allowing only the good dreams to enter. In this session you will get the chance to make your own dreamcatcher from scratch and which you can keep! All materials provided. Date: Fri 15th April
Time: 12-1pm or 4-5pm
Time: 7-9pm
Price: £Free
Price: £4.50, £2.50 ResLife
Location: Octagon Gathering Room L7
Location: Monsal Dale, The Ridge
Extra Info: This is a three week course.
Extra Info: All materials provided
Astrology
Come and find out if you are a fiery Leo or a moon drenched Cancer, learn about the influences of planets, what the star signs really are, and what they mean to you and your friends. Could you get on better with Virgo housemates next year or would you prefer the easy going Sagittarius?! Come and find out where your stars lay and what they mean to you.
MIND, BODY & SPIRIT
Deep Search 3 Week Course
Date: Fri 22nd April Time: 5-7pm Price: £3.50, £1.50 ResLife Location: Gallery Room 3 Extra Info: Please bring pen, paper and come with an open mind
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MIND, BODY & SPIRIT
Tarot Card Reading
Want to learn more about tarot, where it comes from, and how you can use its symbols to gain insight? Interested in some other ways you can interpret the past, present and future, such as runes and the I Ching? Come along to find out more about tarot and other forms of divination. By the end of the evening you will be able to perform your own basic readings. Date: Mon 9th May Time: 5-7pm Price: £3.50, £1.50 ResLife Location: Gallery Room 3 Extra Info: Come with an open mind
Debunking Myths of Recreational Drugs
Indian Head Massage
Students for sensible drug policy is an amazing student-led society that aims to explore drug use (in medicine, culture, society and more) and campaign for better drugs education and drug policy that is based on science and hard evidence - not misconceptions and myth. During this session we will be talking about some of the myths associated with specific recreational drugs and exploring their effects on the current drug policy in the U.K. This will be concluded with a short quiz, the winner of which will be awarded a prize.
This ancient therapy uses Ayuvedic healing techniques to reduce stress. Bringing body, mind and spirit in harmony by working on the head and charkas. In this session you will learn the theory and practical skills to carry out basic head, shoulder and face massage on yourself and on each other.
We do not condemn or condone the use of drugs; instead we respect an individual’s right to make informed decisions about their own health and well-being. Date: Mon 25th April Time: 5-6pm
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Price: £Free Location: Gallery Room 4
Date: Wed 18th May Time: 7-9pm Price: £3.50, £1.50 ResLife Location: Gallery Room 3 Extra Info: The workshop involves pair work
Salsa
Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba is an enjoyable workout, so whether you're sick of the gym or just looking to try something new, then Give Zumba a Go! All you need to do is follow the instructor, no skill is required. All abilities are welcome!
Dancing in the clubs, it’s okay. But where’s the style?! Where’s the romance?! You need something a bit different, a bit Latin: Salsa! Let Salsa Society teach you some moves. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, learn how to twirl at all levels.
Date: Mon 11th April Time: 6-7.30pm Price: £4, £2 ResLife Location: Uni Central, SU Extra Info: Wear trainers. Bring water.
Date: Sat 16th April Time: 5-7pm Price: £4, £2 ResLife Location: Uni Central Extra Info: Wear comfy clothing and shoes.
Angklung Playing
Angklung is an Indonesian traditional musical instrument made of bamboo, originating from the West Java region. Each angklung has a distinct note; therefore teamwork and coordination are needed. In this session, the Indonesian Society will give you a chance to try out angklung and play it in a team. No experience in music needed. Come and get your hand on this unique instrument! Date: Sat 16th April Time: 2-3pm Price: £1.50 Location: No.66
Bell Ringing Taster Session Come and learn to ring bells with Sheffield Universities’ Guild of Change Ringers! We’ll show you the ropes and give you a chance to practice on St Marie’s bells. You don’t have to be musical or strong, come along and try something unusual with our society! Date: Mon 18th April Time: 6.30 – 7.30pm | Price: 50p Location: The Cathedral Church of St Marie (near to the train station) or meet outside the laundry room at the Edge at 5:50pm Extra Info: Bring £1 for bus fare if meeting at the Edge
MUSIC & DANCE
Zumba, Fitness and Toning
Lip Sync Battle with Arab Soc Have you ever wanted to sing at karaoke nights but were too shy? Then we’ve got the event for you! Join us on a wonderful night full of lip-syncing with Arab Society. All you need is your favourite song. Even if not lip-syncing, come and join the fun. Date: Wed 20th April | Time: 7-9pm Price: £3, £1 ResLife Location: Uni Central
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OTHER FUN STUFF
Barista Training
Pet Therapy
C ircus Ghost Tour Skills
Come and experience life on the other side of the coffee counter. Give it a Go Barista Training is an opportunity to find out how your favourite coffee is made. Not only will you learn more about coffee and what separates a wet latte from a dry cappuccino, but you will also get a chance to don the apron, pour the espresso, steam the milk, and craft your very own artisan coffee in the company of our best Baristas.
Come along to UCS for a fun-filled pet therapy relaxation event, with cute dogs! Meet and chat with fellow animal lovers, plus stroke and play with Guide Dog puppies. Learn how pet therapy can relax your body and mind in a safe and comfortable environment. Light refreshments also provided.
Have you ever wondered what spooky secrets lurk in Victorian Sheffield? Take this guided tour around the dark heart of the steel city to discover the ghosts and ghouls of the past! You'll be amazed at the secrets that the industrial city of Sheffield holds... from scandals and murders to some very bizarre occurrences!
Are you interested in circus skills? Juggling? Poi? Diablo? Hula hoop? And loads more. Come down to the drama studio at 7.30pm and learn something new or improve your skills. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a member of the circus, it doesn’t matter, we have space for everyone.
Date: Tues 19th April
Date: Thurs 21st April
Date: Tues 19th April
Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm
Time: 7.30 – 10pm
Time: 1-4pm
Date: Wednesdays: 13th, 20th, 27th April, 4th, 11th or 18th May
Price: £4.50, £2.50 ResLife
Price: £Free
Price: £Free
Location: Meet on the Sheffield Town Hall Steps
Location: Drama Studio or Meet Outside the SU
Time: 7.30-9.30pm Price: £6, £4 ResLife Location: Coffee Revolution, SU
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Location: UCS, 36 Wilkinson Street
Extra Info: Wear warm clothing and bring an umbrella, just in case it rains.
Come and join us for an informal evening with the Oxfam Society. From female climate fighters to ending world hunger by 2030, we will explore some of the world’s biggest issues and how Oxfam are on the front line, tackling these. It will be an inspiring evening of guest speakers, short films and interactive activities. We are Oxfam and we won’t live with poverty. Date: Thurs 21st April Time: 4-7pm Price: £Free Location: View Room 6
Tour and Organ Demonstration at St. Marie’s Cathedral
Explore the amazing heritage of St Marie’s Cathedral and don’t miss the rare chance to learn how to play the Cathedral’s organ in this free session! Previous experience not required. Everyone welcome! Date: Wed 27th April Time: 2-4.30pm
Deep Talk 3 Week Course
Deep Talk is a chance to explore, with others by joining in wondering reflection, conversation and discussion. The group will take a story and use it to explore what we think about our place and our development while here at Sheffield Uni. It uses a group development tool that allows for quick, honest and deep reflection in an education or workplace setting
Price: £Free
Date: Thursdays: 28th April, 12th May, 26th May
Location: Meet outside the SU main entrance
Time: 12-1pm or 4-5pm
OTHER FUN STUFF
Climate Change and Inequality: An evening with Oxfam
Price: £Free Location: Octagon Activity Room, L8 Extra Info: This is a three week course.
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OTHER FUN STUFF
Historical Crime and Murder Tour
Would you like to know what lies beneath the ground you walk on? Could you listen to the truth about the Victorian city you live in? Then come and listen to the true tales of the Sheffield criminals on the Crime and Murder Tour. Learn about the hardships and deeds that took place in the back alleys and courtyards of Sheffield, the murders, riots, prostitution, petty theft and racketeering. Date: Tues 5th May Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm Price: £4.50, £2.50 ResLife Location: Meet at Sheffield Cathedral Extra info: Wear warm clothing and bring an umbrella, just in case it rains
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Birdwatching at Bempton Cliffs
Join SUBS to Bempton Cliffs RSPB nature reserve where 250,000 seabirds gather to build nests, including puffins! Tickets cover travel costs via minibus (which would otherwise cost £35 by train). Email us at subs@sheffield.ac.uk if you would like to borrow a pair of our binoculars for this trip. Date: Sat 14th May Time: 8am – 6.30pm Price: £15, £13 ResLife Location: Meet outside the IC Main entrance Extra Info: Please bring money to pay for entry into the nature reserve (£3.50). If you are an RSPB member remember to bring along your membership card permitting free entry. Bring warm waterproof clothing with you as even in spring strong winds can make it feel very cold by the coast. Sturdy shoes such as walking boots are advised, as the paths along the cliffs can be rocky. Please bring a packed lunch.
Post-Exam Mocktail Party
Celebrate the end of exams in style, with non-alcoholic cocktails and canapés. The year is ending, exams are over, it’s time to relax and party. The Chaplaincy invites you to join us to mark the end of semester and say ‘goodbye’ in style. Date: Thursday 9th June Time: 6-7.30pm Ticket price: 50p Location: Octagon Centre, Council Chamber
Japanese 5 Week Beginner Language Course
Learn Spanish in our 5 week beginner course. Approximately 470 million people speak Spanish as a native language, making it second only to Mandarin in terms of its number of native speakers worldwide! This course is aimed at students who have no knowledge of the Spanish language but wish to learn the basics of reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as learning more about the Spanish culture. A completion certificate will be given for full attendance.
Come and learn Japanese in our interactive five week beginner course. You will learn basic grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and you will also be introduced to Japanese syllabary and the writing system; calligraphy. A completion certificate will be given for full attendance.
Date: Thursdays: 14th April – 12th May Time: 6-8pm Price: £22, £20 ResLife Location: Monsal Dale, Ranmoor Extra Info: Counts towards your HEAR. This is a 5 week course
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Location: Gallery Room 4
You will look at teaching resources, gain a basic understanding of how some lesson types are staged, and explore some online TEFL resources and jobs sites. This is a very useful introduction if you are thinking of travelling, teaching, or want to do a full TEFL course in future. Participants can get a £50 discount on a full Cambridge CELTA TEFL Certification course. An attendance certificate will be given. There are two courses to choose from:
Extra Info: Counts towards your HEAR. This is a 5 week course
Time: 2-5pm, 4-7pm
Date: Fridays: 15th April – 13th May Time: 6-8pm Price: £22, £20 ResLife
LANGUAGES
Spanish 5 Week Beginner Language Course
Date: Wed 20th April or Mon 16th May Price: £7.50, £5.50 ResLife Location: ELTC, 48 Hoyle Street
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Come with us as we uncover the hidden treasures that Oxford has to offer. Oxford, the city of ‘dreaming spires,’ is steeped in rich and fascinating history. Home to child the world famous Oxford University and its colleges that are spread across the city friendly centre which range from 50 to over 600 years old! There are many recognisable sites in Oxford, such as the ceremonial buildings and churches with their pinnacle towers and soaring spires, museums and galleries, quiet parks, boat trips and lively cafes. Climb to the top of Oxford Tower and take in the breath-taking views that inspired writers such as J.R.R Tolkein and Lewis Carrol, or enjoy a peaceful punting ride down the river. Date: Sat 16th April Time: 8am – 6pm Price: £20, £15 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One or Oakholme Road Extra info: The coach departs at 6pm. Travel time is approx. 3 hours. Family of 3: £57 | Family of 4: £74 | Family of 5: £91 Individual child ticket: £18
DAY TRIPS
Chatsworth House
Liverpool
child friendly
Chatsworth is a truly awe inspiring traditional English stately home and a must-see attraction when you are in Sheffield! More than 30 magnificent rooms display one of Europe's finest private collections of treasures. The 105-acre garden is beautiful, containing a huge maze, rare plants, fountains and the famous Duke's Cascade. You can bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds, or enjoy refreshments in the Courtyard.
Price: £24, £19 ResLife
Famous as the birthplace of The Beatles and the home of Liverpool FC and Everton, the city has a wealth of attractions for you to explore. The Albert Dock complex is Liverpool’s pride and joy; these restored warehouses are now home to a collection of cafes, shops and attractions – including the Beatles Story museum, the Tate Liverpool gallery, the International Slavery Museum and the World Museum Liverpool. Back in the city centre; look out for more Beatles landmarks like the Cavern Club and a variety of other galleries and museums. Or else just shop till you drop in the impressive Liverpool ONE and the city centre.
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
Date: Sat 23rd April | Time: 8am – 5.30pm
Extra Info: The coach departs Chatsworth at 4pm we will then make a stop at Chatsworth Farm shop for an hour. Travel time is approximately 1 hour.
Price: £16, £11 ResLife | Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
Date: Sun 17th April Time: 10am – 5pm
Extra Info: The coach departs at 5.30pm. Travel time is approximately 2.5 hours Family of 3: £43.50 | Family of 4: £56 Family of 5: £68.50 | Individual Child Ticket: £13.50
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DAY TRIPS
Alnwick Castle – Harry Potter Film Location
York
Bakewell Food Festival
child friendly
Alnwick Castle is one of the largest inhabited castles in England and is situated between Newcastle and Edinburgh. Home to the Duke of Northumberland’s family for over 700 years, Alnwick Castle is steeped in history and has been used as a setting in many television series and films including Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and the Chamber of Secrets, and was used in filming for the Downton Abbey Christmas special. Alnwick boasts sumptuous state rooms, filled with remarkable art and furniture, including one of the country’s finest private art collections. There are plenty of talks and tours for you to enjoy throughout the day, including Broomsticks training for you budding Harry Potter fans. Date: Sun 24th April | Time: 8am – 5pm Price: £30, £25 ResLife | Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
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Extra Info: The coach departs at 5pm. Ticket includes return travel and entry to the Castle. Travel time is approximately 3.5 hours.
Join us as we head to York. York is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK with attractions including the stunning York Minster, York Castle, the National Railway Museum and the Jorvik Viking Centre. You’ll also find many museums, dungeons and ghost tours, as well as cruises along the River Ouse. All this is within York’s winding medieval streets and enclosed within the city’s fantastic Roman walls. Time: 8.30am – 5.30pm
This small market town in the Derbyshire Dales, well known for the Bakewell Pudding, is holding its annual food festival celebrating the wealth of excellent local produce the Peak District has to offer! There is also a multi-award winning farmers market at the Agricultural Business Centre, whilst the historic streets will host more than their usual splendid offerings of food fayre to tempt your plate. For all you food lovers, this is a trip not to be missed!
Price: £16, £11 ResLife
Date: Sun 1st May
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
Time: 9.30am – 4pm
Extra Info: Coach departs at 5.30pm. Travel time is approx. 1.5 hours.
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
Date: Sat 30th April
Family of 3: £45 | Family of 4: £58 | Family of 5: £71 | Individual child ticket: £14
Price: £12, £7 ResLife
Extra Info: The coach departs at 4pm. Travel time is approx. 45 minutes.
Chester
child friendly
The picturesque city of Cambridge is famous for its University, which is one of the oldest in the world. Take a walk around the backs of the colleges for some stunning views – especially looking towards King’s College Chapel from across the river. You will have free time to explore the city, perhaps by punting along the River Cam, a very popular Cambridge activity and great way to see the sights. Or why not visit some of Cambridge’s many museums and galleries? There is the Fitzwilliam Museum (one of Britain’s earliest public museums) as well as Cambridge and County Folk Museum. Date: Sat 7th May | Time: 8am – 6pm Price: £20, £15 ResLife
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Chester’s beauty and friendly unique atmosphere make it one of Britain’s most popular places to visit. Chester has the most complete city walls, the oldest racecourse, and largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1,000 year old cathedral, 700 year old unique shopping rows, and Chester Zoo. Explore the city aboard open top or heritage buses, take a guided walking tour of the city or enjoy a leisurely sail up the river on one of Chester’s pleasure cruises. Date: Sun 8th May Time: 8am – 5.30pm Price: £15, £10 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One Extra Info: The coach departs at 5.30pm. Travel time is approx. 3 hours.
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One or Oakholme Road
Family of 3: £44 Family of 4: £57
Extra Info: The coach departs at 6pm. Travel time is approx. 3 hours.
Individual child ticket: £13
Family of 3: £57 | Family of 4: £74 Family of 5: £91 | Individual child ticket: £18
DAY TRIPS
Cambridge
Family of 5: £70
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DAY TRIPS
Harry Potter Studio Tours
Whitby
child friendly
Whitby is a seaside town on the North Yorkshire coast full of history and myths. From the Abbey, you reach the old town where you find yourself in a shoppers’ paradise. An array of unique shops can be found along the cobbled shopping streets, offering local crafts, famous Whitby Jet jewellery, maritime memorabilia and antiques; you are sure to find a treasure. There are a plethora of creative studios and art galleries in Whitby that you can visit. For the food connoisseurs out there, Whitby has award winning seafood restaurants, continental delights, traditional sea-shanty inns, preparing locally sourced produce, and traditional English tea rooms, serving freshly baked pastries and Yorkshire teas. Date: Sat 14th May | Time: 8am – 6pm | Price: £17, £12 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One or Oakholme Road
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Extra Info: The coach departs at 6pm. Travel time is approx. 2.5 hours. Family of 3: £48 | Family of 4: £62 | Family of 5: £76 | Individual child ticket: £15
Join us on a truly magical day out as we head to the Harry Potter Studios in London. Set adjacent to the working film studios where all eight Harry Potter films were made, the Studio Tour offers you the unique opportunity to explore two soundstages and a backlot filled with original sets, animatronic creatures and breath-taking special effects. Step inside the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, board the Knight Bus, enjoy a Butterbeer, push your trolley into Platform 9 ¾ and be blown away on a magical broom ride around Hogwarts and capture the memories in a photograph. The studio shop has a wide range of Harry Potter goodies, including authentic Hogwarts Jumpers that are made by the same company who created them for the cast. Now a part of British heritage, don’t miss your chance to join us on this fantastic and hugely popular trip! Date: Sun 15th May Time: 8am – 5.30pm Price: £50, £45 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One or Oakholme Road Extra Info: The coach departs at 5.30pm. Travel time is approx. 3 hours. *Save a massive £30.20 with Give it a Go. Individual ticket to the Studios: £33pp. Return rail travel from: £47.20pp (with a rail card).* approx 2 hours. www.visitblackpool.com
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Harrogate is a beautiful spa town in the heart of North Yorkshire. In the 18th century, the town became known as “The English Spa”, after the waters were discovered to contain healing properties such as iron and sulphur. Today there are many stunning and unusual sights to see, with many historic buildings, impressive architecture, as well as the natural springs. Learn more about the town’s history at one of the local museums or galleries. Make sure you stop for tea and cake at the world famous Betty’s Tearooms – a quintessentially English experience. Date: Sat 21st May Time: 8.30am – 5.30pm Price: £12, £7 ResLife Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One. Extra Info: The coach will depart at 5.30pm. Journey time approx. 1.5 hours
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child “Oh I do like to beside the seaside.” Britain’s friendly favourite seaside resort is crammed with thrills and excitement, making every visit a funfilled adventure. You can visit the Zoo, the sealife centre, Blackpool Tower – c’est magnifique, go shopping, catch a theatre show, head to Blackpool Pleasure Beach and enjoy thrilling rides, visit one of Blackpool’s many art galleries and heritage centres, or relax on the beach with a bag of chips and an ice cream.
Escape to Alton Towers Resort with us and enjoy some of the most thrilling rides the UK has to offer including, Air, Nemesis, Rita, TH13Teen and Oblivion. And new for 2016, Galatica: Blast through an advanced space travel portal to another dimension. They’ve combined the experience of their iconic flying rollercoaster with cutting edge Virtual Reality. Now you can become a space tourist through this unique combination of physically flying coupled with the breathtakingly emotional journey of travelling through space. Date: Sat 4th June or Friday 10th June
Date: Sat 28th May
Time: 8.30am – 5.30pm | Price: £40, £35 ResLife
Time: 8am – 6pm
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One
Price: £15, £10 ResLife
Extra Info: The coach departs at 5:30pm. You must have a valid NUS card or your uCard with you on the day. Journey time approx. 1.5 hours. *Save a £12.60pp when buying your ticket with
Location: Glossop Road entrance to Bar One or Oakholme Road Extra Info: The coaches depart at 5.30pm. Journey time approx. 2 hours
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Sport Sheffield is excited to launch its brand new ‘Social Sport Programme’ as part of Sport England’s University Activation Fund, offering a wide and wonderful range of opportunities for you to try to get in to sport, try something new and keep active. Please check our online pages for more information and updates: www.sheffieldsu.com/giveitago www.sport-sheffield.com/socialsport
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For more information about the social sport programme, please contact one of our Social Sport Development Officers:
Martin Cook – m.cook@sheffield.ac.uk James Blencowe – j.blencowe@sheffield.ac.uk
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MEN'S BASKETBALL 9-11AM
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DODGEBALL 12-1.30PM
ARCHERY 11AM-1PM
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ROUNDERS 6-7PM
SPINNING 5-6PM
HANDBALL 6-7PM
BOULDERING 6.00-7.20PM
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RAG stands for ‘Raising and Giving’ – we’re here to support student fundraising and to put on fundraising events and activities that you can’t get anywhere else! Bummit are a Committee in their own right and are linked to RAG through their passion for fundraising. Bummit organise two landmark charity hitch-hikes each year. Every year we help students to raise thousands of pounds for different charities and support hundreds of studentled events.
Treasure Hunt Europe: Italy 2016 Treasure Hunt Europe is a weeklong Italian interrailing adventure that involves solving clues and riddles to get to some of the most incredible treasures that Italy as to offer. Whilst travelling through Italy teams of students will complete challenges to acquire points. At the end of the week everyone will get to party at our destination city, where the team with the most points will win the grand prize. Treasure Hunt Europe is a fantastic opportunity to travel with friends; sharing amazing memories, experiencing the Italian culture and raising money for local charities
at the same time. Tickets on sale from the box office now. Date: 13th – 19th June Location: Italy Ticket Price: £148 Minimum Sponsorship: £175
RAG’s ‘Adopt a Charity’ scheme works with clubs, societies and individuals to help you fundraise for charities of your choice. You can also claim back up to 50% of your fundraising for your club or society too! We can help you run your own activities and events, and assist with things like planning, budgeting, marketing, risk assessment, resources and legal stuff. E-mail adoptacharity@sheffieldrag. com
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You can ‘Adopt a Charity’ too and benefit from all the support of the ‘Adopt a Charity’ team and staff members. Or you can become a RAG Rep, learn C.V-enhancing events and fundraising skills, gain HEAR recognition, make new friends and put on your own fundraising activities with groups of like-minded individuals. We’ll also be holding Rag Reps workshops in March where you can learn how to run your very own fundraising event- for more details e-mail ragreps@sheffieldrag.com
EMAIL: RAG@SHEFFIELD.AC.UK VISIT: WWW.SHEFFIELDRAG.COM JOIN: FACEBOOK/SHEFFIELDRAG TWEET:@SHEFFIELDRAG
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Sheffield Volunteering has projects right across Sheffield. From activities right on your doorstep to exploring the wild and wonderful Peak District, you can experience amazing things by volunteering. Our Give it a Go volunteering days are the best way to give volunteering a try. Each activity is designed as a taster day, enabling you to try something new and gain new skills. They are perfect with friends and a great way to meet like-minded people.
All activities including transport are free. For all our volunteering, no experience is required. You do not need to buy a ticket from the Box Office, instead book your place in the Sheffield Volunteering office in your Sheffield Students' Union. (Mon to Fri, 10am - 5pm) BROWSE: WWW.SHEFFIELDVOLUNTEERING.INFO EMAIL: VOLUNTEERING@SHEFFIELD.AC.UK LIKE: SHEFFIELDVOLUNTEERING
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Refresh for Zest
Age UK Garden Day
Kids Club Challenge
Zest is a community centre which runs many projects for local community members. Help is needed to get their green spaces and gardens ready for the summer. Volunteers will assist in clearing weeds, digging, and generally refreshing the area.
As a team, you will help to clear older people's gardens, cutting back plants, clearing pathways and weeding, or planting flowers. This is a great way to make a direct difference in the life of local older people with Age UK. Saturday 23rd April
The children in the 150th Sheffield Beaver Scouts need a team of volunteers to help them achieve their problem solving badge. The scout leaders will set a challenge for the children to do and volunteers will help assist them in solving this.
Wednesday 13th April
9:30am – 3:30pm
Tuesday 26th April
10.30am – 3.30pm
Pony Ride Helper Volunteer with Lane End Farm and help young students with learning disabilities to ride ponies on a trek across the moors. Lane End Farm also needs assistance with horticultural activities and with feeding and cleaning the animals on the farm. Wednesday 20th April 8:30am – 4:30pm
The Real Junkfood Project
5:15pm – 7:15pm
HARC Spring Cleaners
Help tackle food waste by volunteering with The Real Junkfood project and helping to prepare & cook a delicious meal. Using surplus food donated from shops and supermarkets, they will be cooking up a tasty three course meal for local people from the community.
It’s still a long wait until Christmas but HARC have already begun their preparations. Volunteers will help this small charity to clear out their storeroom and ensure everything is ready for their busy Christmas period when they will feed and shelter many of Sheffield’s homeless people.
Sunday 24th April
Wednesday 27th April
10am – 3.20pm
9am – 1pm
Refugee School Conversation Playground Club Garden Fiesta
Artistic Extravaganza at the Theatre River Don Champion
Spend an afternoon meeting new people at this friendly conversation club. Chat to refugees and asylum seekers who are looking to improve their English and learn a bit more about British culture. This is an amazing opportunity to get to know people from across the world.
The children at Arborthorne Primary School are looking for some help to brighten up their playground. Volunteering will involve a variety of tasks such as repotting the planters, sprucing up the trees and generally getting the garden ready for summer.
Theatre Delicatessen need help preparing for their upcoming shows and their ongoing art exhibitions with prop making and stage decorating. No experience necessary, just a bit of creativity and a willingness to pick up a paintbrush.
Friday 6th May
Thursday 12th May
Friday 29th April
9:20am – 3:40pm
10:30am - 4pm
1.10pm – 4.20pm
Mount People’s Pleasant Park Project Park
Garden Rescue
Volunteer with Heeley People’s Park team to renovate their 3.5 hectare land in Gleadless. Volunteers will undertake essential weeding, cleaning and planting work on the parks different areas including their wildflower meadow, playground, BMX trail, orchard, and more.
Mount Pleasant Park is a publically maintained green space by Abbeydale Road. Volunteers are needed to help out in taking care of this park to benefit local residents. Volunteers will help by clearing pathways, picking litter and more to revitalise this area.
Moorland House is a residential home in Hathersage that have recently been given a garden for their elderly residents to make use of. Unfortunately this garden has fallen in to disarray and is in need of help to revive it by clearing out overgrown shrubs and to planting new plants.
Wednesday 4th May,
Saturday 7th May
Saturday 14th May
9.15am – 3.45pm
Time 9.45am – 1:15pm
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Help out The River Stewardship Company by maintaining the River Don. Volunteers will be involved in outdoor work improving our city’s river corridors by assisting with footpath maintenance, vegetation management, debris removal and invasive species control. Saturday 14th May 9.30am – 1.30pm
Make a Hostel a Home Help decorate the bedrooms at a local women’s hostel to rejuvenate and revive this well-used space. Sheffield YWCA are hopeful that a fresh coat of paint will help brighten this home and make a difference to their residents life. Wednesday 18th May 8.45am – 4.15pm
Summer of Sport Sheffield Volunteering have a plethora of sports volunteering events that we’re running this summer. You could learn to play Goalball with visually impaired people, run a Sport Day with local children, or facilitate a football tournament with refugees and asylum seekers. Goalball - Wednesday 27th April, 5pm – 8pm Sports Day - Wednesday 4th May, half-day or full day. Football for Friendship - Sunday 8th May, 1pm – 5pm
One World hosts a variety of activities throughout the year for all students to discover other cultures and share their global community. Our Give it a Go events aim to introduce you to One World and highlight the global and cultural opportunities available at your Students’ Union. Many of our activities are organised by the One World Ambassadors – a team of home and international students tasked with creating new One World activities. For some of our events you can buy a ticket at the Box Office. For our other events you should reserve your place by emailing One.World@sheffield.ac.uk
ESSENTIAL INFO EMAIL: ONE.WORLD@SHEFFIELD.AC.UK VISIT: SU.SHEFFIELD.AC.UK/GET-INVOLVED/ONE-WORLD LIKE: ONEWORLDSHEFFSU TWEET: @ONEWORLDSHEFFSU
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Society Mash-up
One World and Give it A Go are very excited to launch ‘Society Mash-up’. Our Society Mash-Up events are hosted by two societies who have teamed up to share their skills and interests in a new and innovative way. We are now looking for more societies to get involved and create events with an international or cultural twist. The events will be entirely funded by One World and any money made from ticket sales will be split between the societies! If your society would like to get involved then please email One. World@sheffield.ac.uk. You do not need to have a specific idea before contacting us; we will help you to develop one and then help you find a society to team up with.
Language Exchange
Sushi or burritos? Curry or pizza? Have you ever found it impossible to decide on where to eat? Then sign up for One World’s most popular event Global Food Crawl and you can try it all!
English? Français? Norsk? What language do you want to speak? The Language Exchange is a great chance to finally start improving and sharing your language skills. The event will feature games, ‘speed chatting’ and a chance to find yourself a ‘tandem partner’ – someone who can help you to learn your chosen language. Everyone is welcome regardless of your current language ability.
Join One World as we explore the world via West Street and Division Street for a taste of different cuisines from across the globe! Visit a variety of restaurants and pubs to sample their food and learn more about a variety of cultures.
The Interfaith Café is open to anyone who wants to share their thoughts on faith and religion or ask questions. It is a welcoming and respectful space for you to explore faith no matter what your own perspective is. Representatives from the Multifaith Chaplaincy Service will also be in attendance. The last Wednesday of each month. Free. Coffee Revolution.
Last Monday of each month. Free. Activities & Sports Zone.
One World Mystery Film
ONE WORLD
Global Food Interfaith Café Crawl
Join One World for a special free cinema mystery event. You won’t know what you’re going to see until it starts. Will it be a Oscar winning Foreign Language Feature? A collection of film shorts from around the world? Could it be a Kung Fu classic or a bit of Italian neorealism? Follow us online to receive clues in the run up! The film is a secret, the price is free. It’s a movie night not to be missed.
Thursday 28th April. 6.00pm
Thursday 5 May, 7.30pm, £3.50 / £2.50 (Residence Life).
£10 / £8 (Residence Life) - ticket price covers all food.
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AN ACTIVE LOOK AT THE WORLD AN ACTIVE LOOK AT OURSELVES ACTION FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
ACTIVISM IF YOU WANT TO PLAY AN ACTIVE PART IN CREATING POSITIVE CHANGE, YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE. STUDENT ACTIVISM HAS A PROUD HISTORY OF SHAPING SOCIAL ATTITUDES AND LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS FOR A FAIRER, BETTER WORLD. ON THESE PAGES YOU’LL FIND EVENTS TO SUPPORT YOU TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE, WHETHER YOU’RE NEW TO ALL THIS, OR A SEASONED ACTIVIST.
WHAT IS ACTIVISM? HAVE YOU EVER DONE SOMETHING TO TRY AND INFLUENCE A CHANGE? FROM THE SIMPLE GESTURE OF PUTTING A POSTER IN YOUR WINDOW, TO RISKY OR RADICAL ACTS, MANY THINGS CAN BE DESCRIBED AS ACTIVISM. ‘ACTION IN PURSUIT OF POSITIVE CHANGE’ IS A COMMON DEFINITION. CHANGE MIGHT MEAN MORE PEOPLE EXPERIENCE EQUALITY, FREEDOM AND SAFETY. OR THAT THE WAYS WE LIVE DO LESS HARM TO THE ENVIRONMENT, TO ANIMALS, OR TO EACH OTHER.
5 ways to change the world Come and be inspired. Learn about the different approaches of past and present activism in changing the world we live in. Time: 5.30pm Date: 14 April 2016 Venue: View Room 6 Price: Free
Beyond Fossil Fuels A workshop hosted by People & Planet Sheffield. Join us to explore the next steps for our Fossil Free campaign and how we can keep reducing the influence of this destructive industry in the lives of students and staff throughout the university. No previous involvement necessary. Time: 1pm Date: Wed 20th April 2016 Venue: View Room 6 Price: Free
Activist skill-share Meet other students and join forces with other campaigning societies. This session is a chance to build the campaigning network at Sheffield University, learning from each other and building our capacity to share resources, skills and information. You don’t need to be any kind of expert to come along! Just interested in meeting and working with others. Time: 1-2.30pm Date: Wed 27th April Venue: View Room 6 Price: Free
Campaign Communication Take your communications expertise to the next level. A good campaign doesn’t just promote a message. It shapes the way an issue is discussed - the terms used, the options presented - even by its opponents. Learn about framing an issue and the power of stories. Time: 5.30pm Date:Thu 5th May Venue: View Room 4 Price: Free
Film screening: How to Change the World In 1971, a group of friends sail into a nuclear test zone, and their protest captures the world's imagination. Using never before seen archive that brings their extraordinary world to life, How To Change The World is the story of the pioneers who founded Greenpeace. Time: 4.00pm Date: Fri 13th May Venue: Gallery Room 4 Price: Free
FIlm screening: The Economics of Happiness This award-winning documentary film spells out social, spiritual, and ecological costs of today’s global economy. It highlights the many benefits of a shift towards the local, and showcases some of the steps people are already taking worldwide. Time: 4.00pm Date: Tue 17th May Venue: Gallery Room 4 Price: Free
Sheffield Students’ Union’s Give it a Go programme is packed full of activities, events and experiences. Every year thousands of students take part in Give it a Go, and you should too!
BUYING TICKETS Tickets for all activities are on sale at the Students’ Union Box Office (tel: 0114 222 8777) and are available to buy online www.sheffieldsu.com/events Tickets MUST be purchased in ADVANCE and uCards must be shown at the Box Office. You can’t just turn up and pay on the door. Demand for Give it a Go is massive and events can sell out very quickly… so please buy your ticket early to avoid disappointment! Unfortunately, all tickets purchased are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged or transferred. If the event organiser cancels the activity, a full refund will be given from the Students’ Union Box Office. Participants will be informed of cancellations via Facebook, Twitter, and email where possible.
RESIDENCE LIFE CARD If you are first year living in student accommodation, don’t forget to show your Residence Life card when buying tickets at the SU Box Office, as you can get a £2 discount off everything you see in this programme above £2.50, and £5 off the Day Trips. Look out for the Residence Life Logo throughout the programme to find activities that are right on your doorstep. http://su.sheffield.ac.uk/get-involved/residence-life
HEALTHY CAMPUS Make sure you look for the ‘Green Apple’ in the programme. This is to highlight activities which fit within our Healthy Campus Scheme. Healthy Campus is here to promote a healthy and balanced lifestyle at university, from sexual and mental health, to getting active. For more information please visit www.sheffieldsu.com/healthycampus
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WOMEN’S MINIBUS For evening activities in the Students’ Union, the Women’s Minibus will take you home to your door anywhere within a 2-mile radius of the Union. The service runs at half past every hour and tickets cost just £1.50 from the Students’ Union Box Office.
WOMENS COMMITTEE The Women's Campaign at the University of Sheffield Students' Union consists of the Women's Officer and the Women's Committee. Together they work to make your student experience free from discrimination and sexism, alongside the other Liberation Campaigns. Look out for the Women’s Committee logo to see events for self-defining women.
ROOM LOCATION Students’ Union
All Gallery Rooms, the View Rooms, Uni Central and the Media Hub are on Level 4 in the Students’ Union. The Raynor Lounge, Bar One, Fusion, Foundry and Studio are on Level 2 in the Students’ Union. The Activities & Sports Zone and Coffee Revolution are on Level 3 in the Students’ Union. The Council Chambers, Meeting Room 1, 2 and 3 are in the Octagon Centre, next door to the Students’ Union. No 66 (TV Studio) is situated on Leavygreave Road (opposite the Hicks Building). Goodwin Sports centre is located on Northumberland Road (on your way up to Crookes).
ROOM LOCATION The Residences
The Edge (main reception), Endcliffe Studio, High Tor 1,2,3,4 and 5 are all located at the Endcliffe Student Residences. The Ridge (main reception), Chee Dale, Monsal Dale and Dovedale are all located at the Ranmoor Student Residences. If you are at all unsure where to go in The Edge, Endcliffe or The Ridge, Ranmoor just meet outside the main reception.
Public Transport
For information on bus and tram fares in and around Sheffield, visit www.travelsouthyorkshire.com
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