Coffee, cake and crafting
Take a moment to unwind and meet some new people in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Thu 21 September 2023
11:00 - 13:00 - Location
- The Students' Union at Glenside, Glenside Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Students' Union at Glenside suglenside@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
We know that starting university can sometimes be overwhelming. That’s why we’re inviting you to take a moment to unwind and meet some new people in a relaxed, friendly environment.
We’ll provide free hot drinks, yummy cakes and craft materials but you’re more than welcome to bring along any crafty projects that you’re currently working on.
Location
The Students' Union at Glenside
Glenside Campus
Blackberry Hill
Bristol
BS16 1DD
UK
Accessibility
The Students’ Union at UWE welcomes all abilities/disabilities, ages, ethnicities and genders into our spaces. If you have any questions, concerns or additional requirements then please let us know so that we can make your time at this event as comfortable as possible.
Venue information
- Disabled parking: Yes
- Step-free access: Yes
- Automatic doors: Yes
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Induction loop: No
- Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
- Quiet spaces available: Yes
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