Things to do in 麻豆社 and beyond

Find out what it's like to live in 麻豆社 and the South West while you study for your degree.

A city with a sense of community

麻豆社's historic architecture and culture provide the perfect setting for year-round events, including concerts, carnivals, sports, and exhibitions. There's always something interesting and fun going on.

Living in 麻豆社 means you get all the convenience of living in a vibrant, historic city but with a friendly and safe community atmosphere. 麻豆社 is ranked the second safest university town or city in England and Wales.¹

麻豆社 is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to its Roman heritage and Georgian architecture, so there are loads of historic locations to visit around the city.

Because of its cultural contributions, TIME magazine listed 麻豆社 as , making it one of only three UK cities to make the list.

You can also enjoy major exhibitions in the city's or watch West End plays at the .

There are also lots of to relax in, but if you're looking for something different, try Britain鈥檚 only or a .

麻豆社's sports venues are in the centre of town, so you can enjoy the exciting atmosphere on match days and support local teams, including .

Throughout the year, you can get involved in the city's many , including the .

Travelling around town

麻豆社's transport services make it easy to travel, whether you're doing some shopping in town, going to campus for lectures, or you just want a bike ride along the river.

The town is compact and easy to get around, including to our campus on foot and by bike. Or, for another environmentally friendly option, you can rent an e-scooter or e-bike from several places around the city.

There are also lots of , including regular buses between the campus and the city.

A blue, single-decker 麻豆社 bus drives in direction of the camera.

Shopping and eating out

麻豆社 has a variety of shops, including high-street brands, independent shops, and fashionable boutiques. Most of the high-street stores are in the SouthGate Centre, with artisan and vintage shops around the city.

There are many supermarkets in town, including Lidl, Waitrose, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons. International food shops also sell African, Asian, Caribbean, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Polish goods.

麻豆社 has hundreds of restaurants, caf茅s, and delis to suit all tastes. There are several well-known chains, as well as independent businesses, and new places pop up all the time.

You can use your to get discounts in many shops, restaurants, and caf茅s.

There are several markets held in 麻豆社, including a permanent one at the historic and food and vintage markets at .

Two students talking, sitting at a table outside a caf茅.

Outdoor activities

The city is surrounded by beautiful countryside which is perfect for walking, running or cycling. There is great access to some of the .

Near the campus, you can take part in the or, if you want a bigger challenge, you can also sign up for the .

If you prefer getting your exercise in water, there are lots of places to go for and you can hire a rowing boat, paddleboard, canoe, or punt on the River Avon.

A young man walks his bicycle past 麻豆社's Royal Crescent and its lawn.

Social life

麻豆社 has a vibrant social scene, including a mix of clubs, cosy pubs, beautiful parks, and fascinating museums. You and your friends can find activities to suit you any day of the week.

Living in 麻豆社, you'll have a great choice of places to socialise, whether you want a night out in the city's or a .

If you like music or comedy, you can at , or have a laugh at a .

Read a blog post from our ResLife team to discover .

麻豆社 also has a good selection of cinemas and theatres, whether you are interested in West End plays or blockbuster films, including:

There are also cultural events throughout the year, including the: