Experience in Bristol, United Kingdom by Laura

What is it like to live in Bristol? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Absolutely love it, everyone does. Very relaxed, independent, quirky feel to the city. Something for everyone.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bristol?

UoB students are renowned for being pretty apathetic in that the student union for example is not busy. The events that the University organises are often poorly attended.

But despite this the student scene is great, great nightlife, tons of great cafes!

How much does it cost to live in Bristol?

Rent is around £400 a month.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Bristol? Is there any advice you can give?

Not difficult, yearly contracts start usually in July. Private landlords can be a better option, although it is worth noting that this is less regulated so can be more dodgy. The university has a list of approved landlords.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Don't know about traditional Bristol food, it used to be a massive port (with a dark history of slavery), but because of that it has food influences from all over the world. Pie and cider is probably quite traditional!

What places would you recommend visiting in Bristol?

• The Clifton Suspension bridge

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• Cabot tower

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• The downs (massive green area)

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• Gloucester Road
• The Bearpit

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• Stokes Croft (nightlife)
• Cabot circus (shopping)

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Is it good to eat out in Bristol? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Excellent! Lots of independent restaurants for cheap prices. Boston Tea Party are a great chain of local cafes.

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St Nicholas Market has lots of great food places Ahh Toots does the best cake ever and Thali Cafes do amazing curry.

Is the nightlife good in Bristol? Where is good to go?

Really good. Motion is a massive club in an old converted skate park, Lakota, Timbuk2, Dojos for good music.

Thekla is a club on a boat.

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Others clubs Mbargos and Lizard Lounge.

Club nights/events to look out for: No Scrubs, Caramello, Just Jack, Tokyo Dub, Arcadia...

What advice would you give future students heading to Bristol?

Have fun, you're gonna love it!