Student Life 2013/14 January 2014 | Page 184

The city comes alive when walking down the High Street. best thing offers, sheltered beer garden and a pool table are all on offer here.For those who prefer a more toned down approach to ending their study-filled day, there is one of Wolverhampton’s lesser-known pubs – The Lych Gate Tavern.The Lych Gate Tavern is situated in one Wolverhampton’s oldest buildings between the Man on the Horse (M.O.T.H) and St. Peter’s Church. This traditional tavern has a homely feel as well as specialising in traditional house ales (subject to change). It also boasts a function room, commonly rented out by University lecturers for group readings. HIDDEN GEMS The city not only plays home to nightlife, but also to nature. Located on the outskirts of the city centre in Whitmore Reans is West Park. West Park, although free to enter during the day, is used for a worst thing plethora of events, such as The Classic Car show, funfairs and Bonfire Night celebrations. There is also a boating lake for those who wish to try something out of the ordinary on their day off. The park is also home to glorious flower beds, a bandstand and many species of wildlife. The park is an ideal outdoor venue for photography and media projects if you are a student, or just if you love long walks. BEST THING ABOUT YOUR CITY The retail experience is not as vibrant as it once was! There are a number of things that I enjoy about Wolverhampton which are not just about partying. It is impossible to just pick one. As a lifelong resident, I have had time to think about the lesserknown quirks that make Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton. The people who live here would be first on the list and when walking down the High Street, the city comes alive. The High Street oozes culture and plays home to many a busker – and not just teenagers with guitars trying to make an extra couple of pounds on the weekends. 184 www.accommodationforstudents.com