New to BSU? Here's a list of some of our favourite things to do off campus
Bath is the ideal student city, combining a buzzing nightlife with stunning wellbeing destinations, rolling countryside and famous, historical landmarks.
Packed with delicious places to eat, drink and catch up with friends, the city’s modern city centre boasts some of the most beautiful Georgian architecture in the country, coupled with a collection of museums, theatres and galleries, you can immerse yourself in the city’s ancient history while enjoying its modern perks.
With so much to see and do, it’s hard to know where to start, so we’ve compiled a list of our top spots to visit if you’re new to BSU.
Socialising
If clubbing is your scene, get ready for the underground, modern, night club, Labyrinth and the community-owned venue, Komedia.
Komedia is perfect for a range of themed nights and events. Although predominantly a music and comedy venue, the weekly club nights are a university highlight. Their cheesy pop night, FAME, is ideal for group socials.
If you’re looking for something a little more lowkey, we’d recommend The Cork. With regular events such as a classic pub quiz, DJ nights and drag queen bingo – there’s something for everyone. Plus, with your Student ID, it makes for an affordable night out.
Socialising doesn’t have to slow down in the winter months. Bath on Ice is the perfect winter activity, with an ice-skating rink, cosy alpine bar, and glow in the dark golf. What’s not to love?
Shopping
If you’re a keen shopper, you’ll love Southgate shopping centre, where students can find offers on Hollister, Levi’s, Office, and more.
Enjoy the magic of the Bath Christmas markets. The cosy Christmas stalls create the most wonderful atmosphere and offer the perfect Christmas gifts - jewellery, candles, you name it!
If you love searching through a charity shop for a thrifty find, head over to Moorland Road High Street, located in the heavily student populated Oldfield Park, with charity shops such as Oxfam, British Red Cross, Dorothy House, and more. Chelsea Road boasts independent shops and businesses, along with one of our favourite charity shops – H.U.G.S.
Where to eat
No matter where you are in the city centre, you’re never far from a great independent coffee shop in Bath. Some of our students’ favourites are The Good Day Cafe, The Columbian Company, Society Café and Mjölk Café.
For tasty food on the go, you can’t get much better than Chaiwalla. They serve delicious and affordable Indian street food and always have a queue outside, which is how you know it’s good.
When it comes to dinner, there’s Bath Pizza Co. Located inside Green Park Station, their heated terrace area is the perfect place to catch up with friends. Or, if you’ve got a craving for Sri Lankan food, the Coconut Tree on Broad Street serves up everything from slow roasted pork belly to devil chicken wings.
Culture and Heritage
Bath’s steep history and thriving twenty-first century centre attracts millions of visitors each year. Founded in the 1st century AD by the Romans, the city is famous for its natural hot springs and stunning Georgian architecture.
Bath’s best-loved historic landmark, The Roman Baths, is free for BSU students carrying their student ID. The site has been carefully preserved and visitors can take part in an interactive tour around the ruins.
Enjoy Bath’s famous hot springs and submerge yourself in the city’s ancient history at the Thermae Bath Spa, one of the only thermal water spas in the UK; showcasing sensational views of the city’s skyline from the open-air rooftop pool.
There’s nowhere more perfect for a walk than Bath. The city boasts 5,000 listed buildings, with thousands of years of history right on your doorstep. Why not wander to the Royal Crescent, renowned as one of the best examples of Georgian architecture?