Life in Weston

Weston-super-Mare is a fantastic place to call home, offering seaside charm and exciting attractions. Weston Beach is perfect for weekend walks or a day by the sea, while the iconic Grand Pier provides year-round entertainment. If you enjoy the outdoors, Sand Bay offers a peaceful escape with beautiful coastal walks. Puxton Park has a range of community events throughout the year including ScareFest and a Pumpkin Patch at Halloween. Theatre lovers can catch live performances at The Playhouse. Plus, Tropicana hosts a variety of creative and community events. With so much to explore, living in Weston means there's always something new to discover! Check out our round up of everything we got up to last year!

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Key Dates

  • Marine Parade Parkrun: Every Saturday
  • Weston Brick Festival: 31 October
  • Stars of Time Comic Con: 7 November
  • Weston-super-Mare Carnival: 13 November
  • Fireworks at Sea: 14 November
  • In Cider Festival 2027: 5–7 February

Attractions in Weston

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Places to Eat

Weston offers a variety of delicious options for every taste. Whether you're after a traditional seaside town meal from Papas Fish and Chips, a classy dining experience with stunning views at Revo Kitchen, or a taste of authentic Greek cuisine at Yiayia’s Kitchen, there’s something for everyone. The high street is packed with a diverse selection of eateries, perfect for grabbing a quick and tasty lunch on the go.

University degree student accommodation Parkside house in Weston-super-Mare North Somerset

Places to Live

Parkside House is new purpose-built student accommodation with ultra-fast WiFi and great facilities, less than a 2-minute walk from the Knightstone Campus and Winter Gardens.

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Sports Teams

Weston-super-Mare has many sports teams that you can join while studying at UCW. Football, Rugby, Hockey and Cricket are available! As well clubs that you can join, professional clubs also play including Weston-super-Mare A.F.C and RFC!

Hutton Moor Leisure Centre offers a variety of sports, including tennis, badminton, racquetball, and table tennis. Clubs meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 09:00 and 13:00.

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