Welcome is a program of events that showcases all that life at UWE Bristol has to offer. It is jam-packed with opportunities to meet new people and make new friends. Our events and activities are for everyone: whether you are fresh out of school, coming to us as a mature student, or returning as a second or third year.

Showcasing the very best of what your campus has to offer, the Bower Welcome Fair is your go-to for everything you need to know about life at UWE Bristol.  

Say hello to student-friendly organisations, sign up to societies, see what our sports clubs have to offer and bag yourself some freebies along the way!

As well as a whole host of stalls specifically tailored to creative students, our Fair also features activities to kickstart your academic year in style.

This is an event not to be missed – whether you’re a new or returning student, everyone’s welcome!

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: subower@uwe.ac.uk

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: Bower Ashton campus 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: Bower Ashton campus is a 30 min walk from the city centre. You can use the address City campus at Bower Ashton, Kennel Lodge Road, Bristol, BS3 2 JT in google maps to plan your route.

Bus: Get the X4, X1, X6, X7 or X9 which stops near the campus. Follow this link for more information.https://www.firstbus.co.uk/bristol-bath-and-west/routes-and-maps/bristol-universities/uwe

Or the M2 which has stops opposite Temple Meads, MarketGate/Phoenix Court accommodation and the centre. 15 min walk to campus from Cumberland Basin stop.

Drive: Parking is very limited and for permit holders only. Please ensure you have either an annual permit OR a pay daily permit on display in your windscreen, and only park within marked bays.