minute walk away from The Lost &
Found is Bacchus Bar, an underground,
historically-themed pub, and another
great spot for starting a night in the city.
The atmosphere here is much more
relaxed and it has a quieter vibe, making
it a good place for smaller groups and
conversation. After a few rounds, it’s
time to head to a club, and the hardest
question of the night will definitely be
“which one?” If you’re looking to get lost
in an infinite maze of dance floors and
smoke machines, the only real option on
a Friday night is superclub Gatecrasher.
My personal favourite, however, is
definitely The Jam House, which is great
for a more sophisticated night, offering
fantastic live music as a great alternative
to standard DJ sets.
BIRMINGHAM
BEST PLACES TO EAT
All of the lunchtime options on-campus
are perfect for a quick bite to eat between
lectures. New to campus is Go Mex,
serving fast-food Mexican style and
offering a more substantial lunch, while
Joe’s Bar at the Guild offers great food
at pretty low prices. If you have that
ever-so annoying two-hour lunchtime gap
between lectures, I’d recommend going
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into nearby Selly Oak for a bite to eat.
Selly Sausage is not to be missed; the fryups are the best hangover cure around
and the portions are huge.
HIDDEN GEMS
It’s an oft-repeated fact that Birmingham
has more canals than Venice, so what
better way to get to know the city than by
taking an afternoon stroll alongside the
waterways? You can join the canal path
located next to the University train station
and wander all the way into the heart of
the city. It’s the perfect option for a sunny
day, and a great alternative to the train.
If you’re not feeling up to contending with
the bustle of the city, the canals also
lead from the University to the idyllic
town of Bourneville. The town is home
to the world famous Cadbury World, an
attraction that is well worth a visit at least
once during your degree. If your student
loan won’t cover the £11.30 student ticket
for the tour, I’d still recommend checking
out the Cadbury Café, where you’ll find
the best hot chocolate in Birmingham
Another hidden gem is the Electric
Cinema, the oldest continually running
cinema in the UK. It’s the perfect place
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