Thu 18 September 2025 11:00-12:30
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
WHAT TO EXPECT:
New to Bristol and unsure how to get around?
Join our Global Buddies as they share their top tips on using buses, bikes, coaches, and trains to explore Bristol and beyond. From how to catch your first bus to navigating rail apps and travel cards, this relaxed and friendly session will help you feel more confident and connected as you settle into your new home.
WHERE TO FIND US:
HOW TO SIGN UP:
No need to book a space to attend, just come along.
INCLUSIVITY:
The Students’ Union at UWE welcomes all abilities/ disabilities, ages, ethnicities, and gender
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.
For more information about this event, please contact: globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk
Frenchay
Venue Information: Disabled parking: Yes – on campus Step-free access: Yes Automatic doors: Yes Accessible toilets: Yes Induction loop: No Guide/ assistance dog-friendly: Yes Quiet spaces available: Yes
Travel Information:
Cycle: Frenchay is easily accessible from several local cycle routes. There are showers, lockers, bike shelters and free bike tools available on campus. Follow this link for cycle info and routes to all campuses. https://www.uwe.ac.uk/life/campus-and-facilities/getting-to-and-from-uwe#section-2
Walk: You can use the address The Students’ Union, Frenchay campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QY in Google maps to plan your walking route.
Bus: Get the M1 or M3, 48a, 70, 72, 74 & U3 to the Frenchay Campus. https://www.firstbus.co.uk/bristol-bath-and-west/routes-and-maps/bristol-universities/uwe
Drive: Parking is available on campus for permit holders only. Please ensure you have either an annual permit OR a pay daily permit along with a daily parking token displayed in your windscreen, and only park within marked bays.