Student Life
Welcome to UWE Bristol Garden Party
Join a unique UWE Bristol Welcome event.
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sun 27 September 2026
12:00 - 15:00 - Location
- The Walled Garden, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Student Life Team studentlife@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Come hang out in our hidden oasis! Whether you want to make new friends or just relax with some good food, our Welcome Garden Party is the place to be.
As well as delicious food, there will be games, music and a DJ, creating that perfect, end-of-summer vibe.
This is a great opportunity to meet the teams at UWE Bristol that will support your academic journey and enhance your student experience.
The Welcome Garden Party is open to all our students, whether you are joining us for your first year or are returning to continue with your studies.
What's on
Enjoy incredible food! Tasty eats are provided by three amazing food vendors:
- Little India: freshly prepared dishes made with authentic spices, marinades and quality ingredients. Rich curries, fragrant rice bowls and crispy samosas.
- Stoked Food: 100% plant-based burritos, nachos and chilli. Delicious vegan food made responsibly and sustainably.
- Buckland Burgers: great options of meat or halloumi burgers
Games and entertainment - join in with activities and games including swing ball, badminton, giant jenga and more.
Registration and tickets
Places are free but you'll need to reserve your place on Eventbrite. Tickets are available from 16 September.
Please bring your student ID, along with your booking confirmation.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
How to find us
The Walled Garden is next to the Centre for Music Farmhouse building.
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