Things to do in Cardiff

Where to get your Christmas Shopping Sorted in Cardiff

Posted on 6 December 2020 by Ellie

Now, there is one thing that Cardiff is not short of – shops. The city-centre is every shopaholic’s paradise, and it is even better at Christmas when you are hunting down gifts for all your friends and family. Here are the best places to get Christmas shopping ticked straight off your to-do list. Christmas Markets
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8 Fun Christmas Activities to do with your Housemates

Posted on 6 December 2020 by Ellie

With Christmas just round the corner and Coronavirus still alive and kicking, the festive season is looking a little bit different this year. However, there is nothing stopping you and your housemates getting stuck into some merry Xmas activities to keep your spirits up. Christmas Dinner Rally around and cook up a Christmas feast for
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Scenic Places to visit around Cardiff

Posted on 18 November 2020 by Zoe

Cardiff city centre itself is full of so many gems, from Bute Park to Alexandra Gardens, there are so many gorgeous places to visit. During your time here at Cardiff University, take some time to venture out and explore the surrounding area too. The transport network in the area is great, with regular trains and buses, you can
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Cardiff’s 5 Best Hidden Gems

Posted on 19 June 2020 by Henry

Cardiff is a city with lots to offer for people of all ages. But for many students, coming to a capital city with so much to offer, it is easy to just think of shopping in the city centre, or going to restaurants or on nights out as the only things to do outside of
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Wales’ Natural Wonders: Walks in and around Cardiff

Posted on 17 June 2020 by Ellie

Wales’ natural outdoor beauty is one of the countries’ profound advantages in times like these. Whilst congregating indoors with those outside of your household is currently not possible, there are a number of places in the surrounding areas of Cardiff that offer a fantastic few hours away from your shameless Netflix binging routine. If you
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Staying Fit at University

Posted on 16 April 2020 by Ellie

As the saying goes – a healthy mind is a healthy body. Whilst it’s easy to get sucked in to the cyclical student lifestyle of pizza binging and snack indulging, this is (I regrettably have to say) not the best thing for your health. Don’t worry, I certainly do not lead the most active, health-focused
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LGBTQ+ Pride in Cardiff

Posted on 27 February 2020 by Ellie

It is February, which means it is also LGBTQ+ history month – a time to celebrate the community and draw attention to pressing issues that continue to affect many individuals across the U.K. The university is committed to championing its LGBT students and are highly regarded by Stonewall as one of the most LGBTQ+ inclusive
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Where to take visitors in and around Cardiff?

Posted on 26 February 2020 by Jess

This blog post is about my experience of taking visitors to places in and around Cardiff. Cardiff is such a lovely place and there are so many places in and around the local area you can take visitors to.  Cardiff Castle Cardiff Castle is full of history and has some beautiful views. Being a student
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Top 10 Student Valentines Ideas

Posted on 13 February 2020 by Rowenna

It’s that time of the year again, and you’re lucky enough to have a significant other. The day is yours, but what are you going to do to make the most out of it? There is so much pressure to have a good valentine’s day if you are in a couple, that sometimes it can feel a bit overwhelming. 
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