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Scavenger Hunt

Village: Newport Student Village Location: Common Room Start Time: 9:00PM 27 January 2026 End Time: 10:30PM 27 February 2026

Get ready to explore, solve clues, and compete in The Great
Scavenger Hunt Challenge, an action-packed adventure
that will test your teamwork,

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Origami Evening

Village: Rusholme Place Location: Reception Start Time: 5:00PM 28 January 2026 End Time: 7:00PM 28 January 2026

Take a break from studying and join us for a relaxing origami folding workshop. No experience needed. Just bring yourself in and we will provide the paper and patterns!

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National Puzzle Day

Village: Albert Court Location: Common Room Start Time: 3:00PM 29 January 2026 End Time: 5:00PM 29 January 2026

🧩 Celebrate National Puzzle Day with us — a fun, brain-boosting break where you can unwind, connect, and challenge your mind🧠✨!

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Killer Pool

Village: John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts Location: JL Social Room Start Time: 8:00PM 29 January 2026 End Time: 10:00PM 29 January 2026

Who is the next pool champion going to be? Come sign-up and join us at the John Lester Social Room for a night of fun, snacks and killer competition.

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National Hot Chocolate Day

Village: Bonington Student Village Location: Stanford Common Room Start Time: 1:00PM 30 January 2026 End Time: 2:30PM 30 January 2026

Join us for free hot chocolate!

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Bubble Tea Evening

Village: Prince Consort Village Location: PCV Reception Start Time: 5:00PM 30 January 2026 End Time: 9:30PM 30 January 2026

Come and join us, and fellow residents, as we indulge in bubble teas of all flavours, alongside bubble waffles - courtesy of Mine Bubble Tea House. Wind down and enjoy these delicious treats

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Dungeons and Dragons Night

Village: Peel Park Quarter Location: Lowry Reception Start Time: 5:00PM 02 February 2026 End Time: 8:00PM 02 February 2026

Join us for an epic night of dice, dragons, and daring quests at our Dungeons & Dragons event. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a curious beginner, come meet fellow students, create your character, and dive into a world of imagination.

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Clay making night

Village: Rusholme Place Location: Reception Start Time: 6:00PM 02 February 2026 End Time: 8:00PM 02 February 2026

Mould, shape, and create something uniquely yours.
Bring your friends (or make new ones) for a laid back night of clay.
Pieces will be air dried. Collection and painting on 05/02/26.

All materials provided.

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Baked Potato

Village: John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts Location: EC Communal Kitchen Start Time: 4:00PM 05 February 2026 End Time: 6:00PM 05 February 2026

As winter comes into full swing come down and get a baked potato to warm you up. with a number of fillings to choose from to customise your potato.

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Clay night 2.0 - Paint and collection

Village: Rusholme Place Location: Reception Start Time: 6:00PM 05 February 2026 End Time: 8:00PM 05 February 2026

Your clay has dried. Now it’s time to add colour.
Return to paint, finish, and take home your handmade piece in a relaxed, creative setting.

This event is for participants of the clay making night.