Bangor
282 Reviews by Students #65 out of 80 University locations
Well connected public transportation. Not many options to eat out. Friendly town nonetheless. Beautiful scenes.
By member464145 On 23rd November 2021
Study in Bangor
Bangor is home to one university, Bangor University, which is situated in the centre of the city.
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Bangor University
Bangor University has been recognised as a world-leading research university and has featured in several of our “best uni” lists over the last few years, including the coveted overall Best University Award in 2020. There are three colleges that house fourteen academic schools that span the Arts, Humanities and Sciences.
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Bangor Student Life
The location and scenery of Bangor are some of the main reasons why students choose to study at Bangor University. It offers everything students need from a city, but with the added bonus of outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.
Cost of Living
Accommodation
Student accommodation costs range from £103 - £241 per week; the average is £156 per week.
Compare the average elsewhere: Swansea: £145/week, Liverpool: £150/week, Cardiff: £157/week.
(prices are for all purpose-built student accommodation (both private and university-owned) over the last 12 months, as listed on StudentCrowd)
Nights Out
Brilliant night life…
Brilliant night life with many pubs and clubs to choose from which bring life and excitement every night. Brilliantly priced drinks and entry.
Bangors night life is great…
Bangors night life is great, being a student town there's always different night going on.
Lots of pubs…
Lots of pubs, two clubs and several bars so good nightlife.
Pubs are very cheap…
Pubs are very cheap and you can have a good night by just going to the pub
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Public Transport
Getting around Bangor city itself is incredibly easy by foot. To travel outside of the city, there is a good train service, with Liverpool a 2-hour journey away. For more local journeys, Arriva Bus runs a regular service.
Eating Out
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Blue Sky Café is all about locally sourced and high quality food as well as fair trade beverages. It is the place to be on a cold day to catch up on your reading or to grab lunch with your course mates. Not to mention, they serve craft beers in the evening!
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Kyffin is a well-known cafe/deli that caters for vegetarians and vegans. It is a Bangor hot spot, thanks to its delicious food, superb atmosphere and great seating area.
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The Harp Inn is on Bangor High Street and is a popular pub amongst students. It is one of the oldest pubs in the city and has a large open plan bar, games room and small snug.
Shopping
Shops are OK, lots of good charity shops, an asda, lidl, aldi, morrisons and tesco. If you want more / bigger shops like Primark or Debenhams then Llandudno is only a short bus ride.
By member635044 On 24th November 2018
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The Great Outdoors
Snowdonia National Park is over 800 square miles worth of breathtaking mountains, lakes and rivers. Adventure lovers can make the most of all the walking, climbing, kayaking and canoeing opportunities. For something a little more unusual, there’s Europe’s longest and fastest zip wires, the world’s first man-made surfing lagoon and even underground trampolines!
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Just across the bridge from Bangor is picturesque Anglesey. It is known for its beautiful coastline and many beaches, hiking trails and cycling routes. It’s also where you can hop on to a ferry over to Ireland in two hours.
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Surf’s up! Llŷn Peninsula is the best place to go surfing nearby Bangor, just south-west of Snowdonia. It’s popular for surfers thanks to consistent waves and pristine beaches.
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I live for the We...
I live for the Welsh day ticket. read more
It’s fine if you...
It’s fine if you like quaint little towns. Not a lot to do however. read more
Excellent nights...
Excellent nights out, the only issue would be public transport, as when I want to stay with my girlfriend in Beaumaris, the last bus is at 8, meaning I can't go back to hers on a night out without spending £20 on a Taxi. read more
It was a little e...
It was a little expensive regarding rent and going out to eat. But the people are nice read more
Bangor is very sm...
Bangor is very small and there are basically no shops except supermarkets. Nights out are fun, there's lots of pubs and some clubs. There are a few good places to eat out, but it is a bit expensive. Cost of living is probably average. read more
Soon after moving...
Soon after moving to Bangor I realised the level of deprivation present in the so called city. Multiple closed down shops, a high amount of homeless and let’s not forget how easily it is to find a dirty needle lying around. Activities include alcoholism and walking up Steep hills. read more
Good transport li...
Good transport links with bus interchange and railway station. Good cycling routes too. Ideally located for getting out into the mountains. Bangor has a long highstreet with most of the usual shops, plus retail parks on outskirts. Plenty of options for food and drink with some good budget choices. Bangor is a bit run down but the Uni and council are working to reinvigorate the empty shops. All the major supermarkets are nearby -Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons, Tesco, Iceland, Home Bargains etc. There's even a Waitrose 2 miles away at Menai Bridge. The views are spectacular and it's a great base camp for life, which makes up for Bangor being a bit shabby in places, although I think it adds to the charm. Plenty of charity shops! read more
Bangor is a nice...
Bangor is a nice city to be in however compared to the likes of Manchester and liverpool the facilities and experiences are different this is a much smaller city great for studying but maybe not the best if the big city life is what you are after read more
Bangor is a Welsh...
Bangor is a Welsh city but does not offer much in terms of a University experience in terms of going out and shopping there is 2 nightclubs and from my experience they don’t offer much especially in terms of shopping and eating out there isn’t much there are a few food shops but no restaurants unless you want to spend quite a bit and public transportation besides train is slow. read more
Bangor is a nice...
Bangor is a nice place to live in with lower living cost read more
Great place. Have...
Great place. Haven't gone out much but soon, real soon. So far it's going well. We have supermarkets and shopping centres nearly everywhere. Will party soon, watch out!!! read more
it’s a little qui...
it’s a little quiet. You’d think with the town you’d be overwhelmed but it’s rather - underwhelming. i’d rather stay indoors than go out because there isn’t much to do for people who don’t enjoy clubbing. sure, you have your pubs and coffee shops but thing stands out; just hoping that the centre gets done up it’s a shame it’s a beautiful city. read more
Bangor High Stree...
Bangor High Street is sadly very decrepit. The cost of living is mostly okay, but there are a lack of places to eat out, go on nights out, and go shopping without travelling. The public transport has always been good in my experience, so there is always the option to travel for these things! read more
Having lived in L...
Having lived in London all my life before coming here I was not expecting much from the city, and although it certainly is small it has a lot more than I expected. It has all the shops you really need, places to meet friends and go for a coffee, and everything is pretty much walkable. Public transport is also a lot better than I expected. Bangor has its own kind of personality to it which I like, I just wish more care could have been given to the highstreet as a lot of places there are run down. It is also very easy to access nature here, as I have found many nature reserves just on my walks around the city and many have some fantastic viewpoints and picnic spots. The pier is lovely and I enjoy walking around upper Bangor, though I rarely go to lower Bangor as there are mainly just boxy houses. I never need to get the bus anywhere around Bangor but when I want to get out and explore it is easy with a bit of forward planning! read more
public transport...
public transport is confusing and expensive read more
Not a lot to do i...
Not a lot to do in bangor night life is quiet read more
Bangor is a good...
Bangor is a good place to live, but expectations can't be high where its fairly removed from other places read more
Very small town,...
Very small town, not a lot to do. read more
Great student cit...
Great student city to live in, proximity to many grocery stores etc, and public transportation to hikes closeby. However the High Street is mostly shuttered and nights out with societies are a bit wild for me read more
Bangor is a beaut...
Bangor is a beautiful city that is cheap. The locals are lovely. However, regarding shopping, the main shops are outside of the city centre, leaving the high road dull. Public transport is unreliable. read more
I really don’t li...
I really don’t like Bangor. It’s got lovely scenery, however there is literally nothing to do unless you have access to travel. There are plenty of takeaways and shops however that’s not really accessible to students who are on tight budgets and the pier is lovely but a long walk from uni accommodation. So honestly wouldn’t come here again, no activities to do in Bangor and very boring read more
It's a great litt...
It's a great little town but has gone down hill quite quickly. There aren't really many shops left other than supermarkets and if you want things like matalan or next or b&m you have to get the bus or have a car to get to them. read more
In Bangor going o...
In Bangor going out is easy with or without a car, because there is a public transportation anywhere you want to go. read more
Bangor is an anci...
Bangor is an ancient city in wales and can be somewhat boring for students. read more
There is a severe...
There is a severe lack of restaurants and good retailers in the City centre, however there is good public transport and nearby towns and cities that are easily accessible read more
Rent in Bangor ha...
Rent in Bangor has still remained quite low compared to the majority of student towns. The university has also put in place £2 meals on campuses at certain times to help with the cost of living as well as bursaries being released to students. The town is filled with plenty of small business cafe's and restaurants which most are student friendly offering discounts. At the moment, Bangor town are investing back into the town centre to help grow the amount of shops there however you wont find many big retail/shopping but there are plenty of charity shops. There are two clubs in Bangor, Cube and Academi. Academi is run by the university with amazing nightlife on Wednesday (student night) were socials are run by clubs. Cube is busier on Friday/Saturday with 4 floors and a beautiful bar serving a range of cocktails. read more
Don't live there...
Don't live there but when I'm on campus I don't struggle to find cheap eats. I also travel to and from on public transport and is pretty easy to do. read more
I don't go outsid...
I don't go outside at night, I tend to stay in but Bangor has been a nice place to live in, the shops are reasonably within distance for me to walk to, the take out is pretty good too, admittedly alot of second year was filled with me eating alot of dominoes. read more
Bangor is a very...
Bangor is a very laid back and quiet place which is what most students would find great to focus. Bangor has some places surrounding it which are good for mental wellbeing for example people can take walks at the beach, go to mountain climbing in Snowdonia, go to the lake in Llamberis. If you love nature then Bangor is the best place to be. read more
Lovely place to l...
Lovely place to live however it lacks any entertainment, shopping, restaurants but its by such lovely scenery read more
Nice city, limite...
Nice city, limited things to do read more
Small and not muc...
Small and not much to do with a lot of shops closing but at least you wont get lost read more
Cannot afford to...
Cannot afford to live away from home. Parents would not be able to help support me. Some nice places to eat Nights out ok, however never anything new. Same two clubs if that’s what you live. Can be boring Shopping and transport is poor overall. read more
more expensive to...
more expensive to live in Bangor than in Liverpool. a weeks worth of food in Bangor would be between 80-100 + read more
Not good as other...
Not good as other cities and closure of shops due to cost of living crisis. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small but amazing coastal city which is next to some of the most amazing places in the world for people interested in the outdoors, notably Snowdonia National Park. There are endless beaches on its doorstep which is great on days off from university. In the town there are a number of shops, with a prominent amount of food places and pubs which is great for students. The nightlife in Bangor is typically quieter than most major cities however you can still have a great time. There are two main clubs in the city which are frequented by students however there are also other events held in different places in the city. The train station is located between the town and student accommodation which makes it incredibly easy to catch a train anywhere. As well as the train station, Bangor has a bus system which means you can catch a bus to travel around. Although there isn’t an abundance of attractions it is a very picturesque place with direct views of the Menai Straight. read more
Over bangor is ch...
Over bangor is cheap however for a student the going out scene is pretty bad and there isnt a range of activities avaliable. Eating out is bleek and the varity is poor read more
Small city with n...
Small city with not much to do socially. However if you're into outdoor sports, its perfect; mountains and lakes on your doorstep, climbing walls only a short drive or train ride away. Perfect for outdoorsy, active folk. read more
The town is very...
The town is very quiet and peaceful. But with not many opportunities for people to elevate in their careers read more
Good city with lo...
Good city with lots to do and very scenic. read more
Nights out are de...
Nights out are decent but especially good on Wednesdays. A fair range of shops and prices are very fair when compared to other areas read more
Not too many plac...
Not too many places to shop, but quite a few small self owned businesses which are cute read more
2 local clubs and...
2 local clubs and many pubs, many which are cheap. Local supermarkets- asda, morrisons, lidl, aldi. Variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. read more
very cheap, cheap...
very cheap, cheap drinks not many shops but easy transport to places with shops read more
Has it recovered...
Has it recovered from being sacked by King John? Jury is out. read more
Bangor is a touri...
Bangor is a touristic area therefore there are many amazing places that can be visited. There are some very beautiful places to eat out, such as The Phoenix cafe and Clio Lounge. read more
Bangor is a hilly...
Bangor is a hilly area with beautiful and charming views. read more
There are regular...
There are regular buses, including one I regularly use to travel to and from Aberystwyth. There's a train station too. Food shopping in Asda and Lidl is not too expensive, but there aren't many restaurants. There's a club connected to the uni and one public one, but these are average. However, the sea is very close and it's not difficult to access a nearby golf course which offers lovely views of Bangor and Snowdonia. read more
Nothing there apa...
Nothing there apart from charity shops. Poor transport service read more
bit small, got an...
bit small, got an Asda though x read more
Bangor is a great...
Bangor is a great place where everything you could want is within walking distance. Including the train station which is easy to use. There are plentiful grocery shops to buy food however there has been a reduction of physical clothes shops recently so most people shop for that online. read more
Public transport...
Public transport is good and there are a number of buses, coaches and trains. Shopping is lacking, but Chester is close by read more
Bangor is a great...
Bangor is a great city to live in with many affordable shops, and affordable regular transport. read more
Bangor, although...
Bangor, although small, has everything you need. With loads of pubs and a couple of clubs, you can have a brilliant night out and there are very regular cheap trains and busses that can take you all over the UK and directly into Snowdonia to the base of Snowdon for example! read more
no public transpo...
no public transport available at a reasonable cost, however the train station is pretty useful. there is only one street to do some shopping only in charity shop so the choice is pretty limited read more
Good city . Very...
Good city . Very peaceful and beautiful but no jobs here. read more
Many shops have s...
Many shops have shut since lockdown however we have plenty of places nearby for shopping and although one nightclub, a good night out read more
Public transport...
Public transport is not great but expected with a rural community read more
The Aldi moved fu...
The Aldi moved further out of town, and everything has gone up in cost. I am part time employed but still feel like I can't spend too much money outside of bills and food. The local non-uni club (Cube) is extortionately expensive for somewhere not particularly good, at £10 at the door for minimal music variety. read more
I am in Bangor un...
I am in Bangor university in Wrexham read more
extremelly expens...
extremelly expensive, poor quality food, dissorganized and dirty read more
A small but fun c...
A small but fun city, although many of the high street shops are closing read more
Cheap cost of liv...
Cheap cost of living. Not a very busy area (majority students) meaning shops and eating out lack. Plenty of pubs to enjoy with a couple of night clubs that are always busy. Good train links. read more
Not too expensive...
Not too expensive to live, not a huge selection of restaurants and takeaways but enough, only two “proper” nightclubs and the shopping centre is pretty run down but public transport is easily accessible and fairly cheap read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small city located in North Wales, with a population of around 18,000 people. It is situated on the coast of the Menai Strait, which separates the Isle of Anglesey from the Welsh mainland. The city is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the Snowdonia National Park, which is located nearby and is a popular destination for outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking. Bangor is home to Bangor University, which is one of the city's main employers and a significant contributor to the local economy. The university attracts a diverse student population from around the world and has a strong reputation for research, particularly in the areas of ocean sciences, environmental science, psychology, and linguistics. read more
There isn’t a lot...
There isn’t a lot here so you have to travel to do anything read more
Bangor is beautif...
Bangor is beautiful but due to inflation and cost of living it is very difficult for a student to live. The food prices have gone up, the electricity and gas bill have never been this high, making it impossible to live comfortably throughout the freezing nights without making the bank account going into minus. Good prices have risen exponentially and makes it difficult to eat out. Probably the cheapest place with good food to eat is Bar Uno which is great that they have stayed cost efficient for students. We have a lot of charity shops which keep their prices decently low. read more
Beautiful coastal...
Beautiful coastal town in Wales. read more
Bangor is a good...
Bangor is a good place to live as it's an affordable place to live. most of the population in Bangor is students because of the University. However, There are not many restaurants especially on the high street. There are several pubs and a few cafes. There are not many shops anymore as they are slowly closing down, but there are lots of charity shops. It is a good place for nights out as there are two nightclubs (Acadami and Cube). read more
Bangor is a very...
Bangor is a very small student town. There isn't much to do except hiking. The high street consists of mainly barbers and thrift shops. Public transport is normally reliable and can get you to most nearby towns and it is only 2 hours to big cities on the train. read more
Bangor has some a...
Bangor has some amazing restaurants to eat out at and plenty of options for eating in too. Bangor has loads of pubs perfect for a pub crawl. Academi is one of the clubs in bangor, this club is cheap and every Monday they have a cheese night which is always fun. Cube is the other club in bangor, while a bit more expensive then Academi it's still cheaper then other cities. Cube has 4 different rooms all playing diffent styles of musice so there's something for everyone, it's a fun night out! read more
Bangor is great,...
Bangor is great, if you’re into towns , villages and small cities rather than big cities it is the place for you. Located on the edge of Snowdonia National Park it is just a drive away from many exciting adventures read more
It’s an okay town...
It’s an okay town it’s not the most exciting place to live but it’s alright read more
Good nights out a...
Good nights out are few and far between (primarily due to the SU's poor management and reluctancy to do anything unique). Bangor is rather ill-equipped to deal with the demands of your average city goer. Therefore I wouldn't recommend it if you derive all enjoyment in life from shopping and eating out. read more
Nightlife is limi...
Nightlife is limited due to the town being small and quiet but there are definitely things to do. read more
Good for charity...
Good for charity shopping, historical stuff, lots of little cafes read more
Bangor is a nice...
Bangor is a nice university town, with the main town being very close to the university and it mostly being quite affordable. A night out isn't too expensive and there are lots of places to eat. read more
Bangor is a beaut...
Bangor is a beautiful city located in North Wales, known for its stunning natural scenery and breathtaking landscapes. The city is situated between the majestic Snowdonia Mountains and the Irish Sea, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports. The city also boasts an abundance of parks and green spaces, including the enchanting Bangor Garth Pier and the tranquil Penrhyn Castle Gardens, where visitors can enjoy a peaceful walk amidst the natural beauty of the area. read more
Although Bangor i...
Although Bangor is a small city, this city have all the things I can get, including daily necessities. And there are buses that drive through the whole city area, the bus fare is a bit high , but still acceptable. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a smaller town so it does not have the amenities of other cities. This year the cost of living everywhere has been challenging. read more
Everything in Ban...
Everything in Bangor is more less walking distance. Petrol is cheap regardless read more
Bangor itself is...
Bangor itself is a great place to live because the cost of living is low. The town is a little small and doesn’t have a rowdy night life. However, the surroundings of Bangor are beautiful. Bangor is cocooned by mountains and sea. read more
Personally, I enj...
Personally, I enjoy recreational activities more than going out at night and Bangor has some of the best scenic sites to explore as well as being in close distance to some popular tourist sites. The public transport services are great which make these places all the more accessible read more
A nice and friend...
A nice and friendly place to live and study read more
Bangor is a great...
Bangor is a great place if you like a quiet town with lots of hidden gems. It’s definitely not your typical ‘uni’ experience and is not the place if you want to party every night read more
Bangor is a lovel...
Bangor is a lovely place to live with the cost of living kept at good student prices and Bangor has its own train station about 10 minutes from the university so it’s perfect for students who don’t drive nights out and eating out are also relatively cheep a lot cheeper than in the big city’s the only thing that is a little annoying is the lack of clothing shops but this is not really an issue as the postal services are fantastic at Bangor uni and there are many online clothing stores read more
As many other tow...
As many other towns, the cost of living is something that many people struggle with. With the current price of fuel increasing, one thing Bangor University has to offer is that all campuses are accessible on foot or by public transport, reducing the need to drive everywhere. Bangor is well known for it's night life with various bar's, restaurants, and clubs available to visit. read more
Bangors a lovely...
Bangors a lovely place to study.. small, intimate, close to the mountains however lacks the ‘city’ feel read more
It’s not the chea...
It’s not the cheapest place in the U.K. but it’s really not bad at all. A few clubs with ticket prices not super expensive, cheap supermarkets like lidl and aldi, you can buy day passes for buses which you’d only need if going to the ocean sciences lab or normal site sports hall really, so you can save money if going there and coming back later on. There are some more expensive takeaways and restaurants but there are also decent cheaper ones with meal deals and such. Compared with the bigger cities it’s definitely nowhere near as expensive on rent. Overall not bad for cost. read more
The university fe...
The university feels very safe and homely, perfect for the course read more
Easy going town,...
Easy going town, very local, few good shops and cafes! read more
Bangor isn't a gr...
Bangor isn't a great reflection on the University itself. Since lockdown in March 2020, the city has gone down hill. Most of the shops in town have closed down, and those that are still open, are struggling. read more
Bangor is not the...
Bangor is not the brightest gem but if you can get around/ out to local areas in Snowdonia and Anglesey via car, bike or public transport It will turn your experience around to a great one. read more
Lot of homeless/s...
Lot of homeless/struggling people, there’s a group of people who either take drugs or are alcoholics that hang about in the lower town. Lots of places have closed down, lots of litter, has beautiful places surrounding it though that are accessible via public transport however I do wish there were more buses/trains that explore more of wales read more
Bangor town needs...
Bangor town needs a boost. Plenty of out of town shopping. University grounds lovely. read more
Lived here all my...
Lived here all my life Friendly people Good environment to live in read more
Bangor is a great...
Bangor is a great town for students who love being active and being around nature. read more
There is not much...
There is not much to do in Bangor unless you enjoy going to pubs and charity shops, or for a walk. Unless you have a car or can afford the train fair there isn't much else. Club life is limited to two clubs in Bangor which get boring very fast. read more
Great university...
Great university city, easy to get around on foot. read more
Not a big place B...
Not a big place Bangor, it’s suffered a fair bit of of decline of late, especially the high street. Nightlife and eating out are somewhat limited. read more
Life in Bangor is...
Life in Bangor is pretty easy especially for a student. It’s not as expensive as other places. read more
Bangor is a great...
Bangor is a great place to study. With train connections to all big cities in the UK. Snowdonia on the doorstep. Supermarkets within walking distance of the uni. read more
Most shops are sh...
Most shops are shut down and most dont appeal to the age group that is predominantly in bamgor (students). Lots of good charity shops though for good bargains. There are some good takeaways and little cafes read more
Bangor is slightl...
Bangor is slightly limited in shops/restaurants but everything is super close to the campus read more
I am from Aberyst...
I am from Aberystwyth, a town very similar to Bangor, so reviewing it is a bit difficult. However, barring the bizarrely large amount of litter, Bangor is a great town. Especially if you like Charity Shops (Which I do) or bars (Which I do not). Something for everyone! read more
Bangor as a town...
Bangor as a town is lovely. The university really makes it. It has good transportation links. You come to bangor for the beauty of the city and what it has to offer. read more
Bangor doesn’t ha...
Bangor doesn’t have a massive range of places to eat out, however it is easy to get to bigger towns such as Llandudno for some good food. The university has a safe nightclub. There are not many places to shop however, again there are many towns near by with more choice. read more
Small and quiet t...
Small and quiet town. Affordable supermarkets and shoppes. read more
Not many book sho...
Not many book shops around. Otherwise good read more
Public transport...
Public transport people are friendly, there’s enough shops but not enough experiences in Bangor so you’d have to catch a bus or train. It’s pretty safe in Bangor as a female as I have walked alone at night many times to read in front of the main arts building and there’s plenty of beaches around the area too read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small city with a small shopping centre. There is a gym, bars and nice cafes within Bangor. There is a train station with regular service. read more
Bangor is very mu...
Bangor is very much a student city. There is lots of affordable accommodation available in multiple different areas across the university. The high street is filled with cafés and restaurants, however the shops are not very catered to students. There are many charity shops, a JD, Boots, Superdrug and a New Look but that's about it. Regarding food shopping, there are many different supermarkets local to accomodation including a Morrisons, Asda and Lidl. read more
high street is dy...
high street is dying but lots to offer in other towns close by- easy to get to with the trains. very inexpensive cost of living compared to other cities. read more
The best part of...
The best part of Bangor is its location, a single bus ride gets you to Snowdon and the lakes and beaches surrounding the area make for some really amazing weekends. My advise would be to make the most of the amazing location and get out there as much as you can. With the City itself it depends on what you are looking for in terms of night life and general social life. For myself Bangor is perfect as the charity shops provide affordable and usually good quality clothes but you won't find many branded stores on the high street, not an issue unless you are specifically looking for something. As everywhere at the moment, the cost of food and general living is getting more expensive, but you can easily find alternatives if you look. The night life is also surprisingly good, the student community looks after each other and the bars and clubs are a good night out, especially on Mondays and Wednesdays. read more
Buses are unreali...
Buses are unrealiable. Shopping is reasonable but there is no near by place to eat out read more
It has mountains...
It has mountains and great social life! Everyone here is super nice and the summers are beautiful read more
A Dead city, you...
A Dead city, you cannot find anything exciting after living 6/7 months but people are very friendly here read more
Bangor is beautif...
Bangor is beautiful town full of nature. Beauty of this town is that it has both scenic views - Hilly view and sea side view. Student crowd makes it more happening place. read more
transport is not...
transport is not required, it is a small city. would definitely recommend for international students. read more
Wok and go is gre...
Wok and go is great but a lot of shops are closing down on the high street. read more
Not much to do an...
Not much to do anywhere however shopping is good read more
Great for pastrie...
Great for pastries just do not eat on the street or a seagull mugs you read more
Bangor is a lovel...
Bangor is a lovely area. Have only been there a few times over the course of my degree due to it being based across both Bangor and Wrexham campuses read more
The city of Bango...
The city of Bangor is small but this means everything you need is close by. The city is an acquired taste, you’ll either love it or hate it. I have enjoyed my time at Bangor due to the friends and memories I have made. Bangor has limited places to go to but enough to get you by and is close to beautiful places including Anglesey and Snowdonia National park. If you like the outdoors this is definitely a place for you. read more
Friendly, welcomi...
Friendly, welcoming atmosphere, lovely local people! read more
Bangor is an ok t...
Bangor is an ok town, it is not what it used to be I.e the high street is dying compared to what it used to be like. However it still has some great shops and restaurants so is a great value for money. With everything you could need within a short walking distance I would say. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small place, but it has two nightclubs, one of which is university run so it’s great on a Wednesday when all the societies and clubs do their themed nights. There are more than enough pubs, and I always have a real laugh when I go out. read more
Cheap and cheerfu...
Cheap and cheerful city in a beautiful location by the menai straights. If you like the outdoors is top of the list! read more
A nice Little tow...
A nice Little town with a great nightlife but not a lot to do except hiking read more
Bangor is great b...
Bangor is great but many of the shops on the high street are closing and the club is bad read more
Bangor is deterio...
Bangor is deteriorating quickly. No shops around and places to eat are somewhat varied but expensive. Night life is only for young ones and no mature students. However there are limited options available for anyone! read more
I like Bangor but...
I like Bangor but without a car it’s hard to get around. There are lots of nice restaurants and the University is great. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small city, very much just like any other welsh town. It’s predominantly ran by the student community, so you won’t feel out of place. There is enough to do locally to keep you entertained and everything is relatively easy to access either by walking or public transport. read more
Bangor suits a ve...
Bangor suits a very specific type of person. There is almost nowhere good to eat and the high Street is basically empty. It makes up for this in that you don't need public transport here, it takes no more than 20 minutes to get literally anywhere in Bangor. The night life is great aswell, terrible clubs but great pubs. read more
Bus links to lots...
Bus links to lots of local spots, a train station central in town, nearly all the shopping places have closed though due to covid and a lack of business, lots of central supermarkets though that are decently priced read more
Bangor is a beaut...
Bangor is a beautiful and calm place to live, it’s a student friendly place to stay and study. The environments are good and people are nice and friendly too. read more
Great night out a...
Great night out and very cheap read more
Not a lot to do i...
Not a lot to do in the actual city but easy access to areas nearby where there is lots to do read more
Smaller city so s...
Smaller city so suits some. Some shops and leisure activity places however many empty buildings on the high street read more
I travel an hour...
I travel an hour to uni and so have little to say about the city. read more
Bangor is very ch...
Bangor is very cheap to live in, mainly because of the lack of just about everything - if you want big shopping centres and a wide range of restaurants, either be ready to travel upwards of an hour or look elsewhere. Public transport is cheap but doesn't come particularly often, the trains are fairly good however! read more
Beautiful place t...
Beautiful place to live . Easy access to the shops. Easy access to the university different campus read more
It's a small city...
It's a small city/ town, so don't expect a big nightlife (there are only 2 clubs) but the mountains and sea offered by the location are both stunning read more
I did not live in...
I did not live in Bangor for my degree but have been on many occasions read more
I can not comment...
I can not comment on eating out or public transport as I enjoy cooking at home and I drive. However bangor offer a range of food shops ranging from Aldi and Lidl to M&S with Tesco and Morrisons in the middle. Student parking is very reasonable on campus, and all lectures are within a 15 minute walking distance from the main campus. Parking is free or very cheap in Bangor. There are a few shopping outlets in and around bangor, online shopping is my main source, the Mail room is very good with notifying when your parcel has arrived. There are many options around bangor for returning parcels. read more
Bangor is run dow...
Bangor is run down, it doesn’t feel safe on the streets. read more
Bangor is an amaz...
Bangor is an amazing quiet town, it isn't busy or beaming with life but it is well enough connected to other parts of the uk where that doesn't tent to matter. Surounded by beautiful nature and amazing landscapes Bangor is an amazing place to escape the rush of big cities and enjoy your studies. read more
Fantastic These a...
Fantastic These amenities are designed to help students feel comfortable and connected, and to support their academic and personal goals. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small town with everything in a close proximity which makes it easier to live here. The cost of living is a big plus which is really important for international students who are coming here read more
Everything is alw...
Everything is always local and a solid range of student friendly shops like Aldi and lidil read more
I don’t live in B...
I don’t live in Bangor, but when I go to university find the street very good read more
University is not...
University is not far from the train station. Everything is easily accessible read more
All facilities ar...
All facilities are available in bangor read more
I don’t live in s...
I don’t live in student accommodation but people from my course speak highly about their surroundings and how easy things are to find. read more
A lot of public t...
A lot of public transport and lots of shops for students read more
I didn’t really u...
I didn’t really use public transport as I can drive but I do know the trains to get around north wales are good. Shopping wise there isn’t much shops about to go shopping part from things like a tkmax, jd, and a few coffee shops and betting shops and charity shops in the high street just lacks stuff for students. And eating out is okay there is plenty to choose from just got to know where to go for them read more
As Bangor is a to...
As Bangor is a town, u found it so calming and beautiful, it is situated at sea coast with high mountains. It has provided very good facilities to community and students by lower living cost and eatry products. The people are so helping. And transport system like buses are running all day long. read more
Lovely place with...
Lovely place with friendly people. Cheap drinks all round and everything is within walking distance. read more
As a student livi...
As a student living in Bangor, I can say that it is a charming and friendly city with a lot to offer. The city centre is compact and easily navigable, with a range of shops, restaurants, and cafes to explore. The nightlife is vibrant and diverse, with plenty of pubs and bars to choose from, catering to a variety of tastes. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Bangor is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the stunning Snowdonia National Park. The city is also home to Bangor University, which brings a youthful and dynamic energy to the area, and offers a wealth of opportunities for students and locals alike. The community is welcoming and inclusive, with a strong sense of pride in the city's Welsh heritage. Overall, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Bangor and would recommend it as a great place to live and study. read more
Lovely place to l...
Lovely place to live, not very city like but has enough things and close to the outdoors read more
Safe town. I’m lo...
Safe town. I’m local enough to be able to go home every weekend, and i’m able to bring my own car so I haven’t really depended on public transportation. read more
Nice city but not...
Nice city but not suited to students considering the size read more
Eating out and so...
Eating out and socialising has become increasingly expensive in all areas and is something I’m sure other students are noticing. Despite this, there are many eating out options including restaurants, cafes and takeaways in the area. Nightlife is good in the city and different events are held for students where offers and promotions can be used. read more
Quite a rundown h...
Quite a rundown high street with not much around however cost of living is low. Transport links practically non existent with the exception of the train station. read more
Nice area, lots a...
Nice area, lots around to visit and see read more
It is a beautiful...
It is a beautiful place however if you like shopping or nights out it is not as good as a city university read more
Ive always lived...
Ive always lived local to Bangor and the facilities now are worse than ever, everyone seems to be struggling due to the cost of living increasing. I do like that its local and close enough for me to travel back and forth read more
Not much to do, 2...
Not much to do, 2 night clubs that’s all. Decent amount of pubs and cafes but nothing else really around. read more
Not a busy city,...
Not a busy city, unreliable transport also. read more
In wales so prett...
In wales so pretty quiet. Nothing much to do but reasonable living costs read more
There’s a lot of...
There’s a lot of public transportation available - buses and train both close, good amount of food shops spotted around and places to eat out but it’s not the best for clothes shopping. read more
This is by no mea...
This is by no means a fair review because of my age my requirements are somewhat different from the standard undergraduate. read more
Come to Bangor fo...
Come to Bangor for the links to the outdoors such as climbing and mountain walking not the shopping and nightlife experience. Though there is a nice number of local cafes and restaurants read more
Not as busy or cl...
Not as busy or clamorous as big city so students can focus more on study read more
Some nice vegetar...
Some nice vegetarian cafes and a few quite nice pubs beers are fairly cheap. read more
Cost of Living: t...
Cost of Living: there’s cheap places to shop (Lidl, Poundland, Aldi) but at the moment everything everywhere is going up in prices, you will need to have a strong handle on budgeting if you’re going to uni over the next year or so. Eating Out: I don’t have money for this, but there are some nice places that look worth trying. There seems to be lots of cute cafes hidden away. Nights out: No idea, I’m a mature student so I don’t do that. Shopping: the high street is in bad shape. On one hand, less temptation to spend money, on the other, there are very few jobs for students who need extra cash. Public transport: Bangor is so small you might find you rarely use public transport, but there are fairly regular buses around and a few taxi companies. read more
Bangor is an amaz...
Bangor is an amazing little town with everything just a 5 minute walk away. There’s also great transport for anyone wanting to travel up snowdonia for a day of hiking. read more
Some shops are cl...
Some shops are closed but otherwise it good, nights out are great and quite cheap aswell read more
Bangor has a wide...
Bangor has a wide range of food options whether accessed directly on the high street or ordered from the comfort of home. read more
It is a nice litt...
It is a nice little city. Everything is close and plenty to do but it does not compare to big cities. It is a quieter town with nice locations surrounding. read more
Most of the high...
Most of the high street is gone but there are still a few nice places to go. read more
Bangor is a quain...
Bangor is a quaint little city surrounded with the best wales has to offer in terms of country side. Sitting on the Menai Straits and surrounded by mountains it is ideal if you like the outdoors and don’t mind a bit of rain. read more
Small town, not t...
Small town, not too many shops but a short distance to a town with shops in read more
It is not a bad p...
It is not a bad place money-wise as you can find everything for quite cheap, however, I feel like it's sometimes hard to maintain a budget. read more
Shops in the town...
Shops in the town centre are closing down and relocating further out which is difficult for students relying on public transport as they are far apart and more practical for drivers. read more
Good train statio...
Good train station and bus stops. Not a lot of shops, high street run down but good student night out read more
Gorgeous place wi...
Gorgeous place with loads of cute independent cafes and restaurants to try. Cube and Academi 10/10 night out, with snowdonia on one side and anglesey on the other you are literally never bored when in bangor. I love the beach trips the most! read more
Good student city...
Good student city, okay nightlife and everywhere is close read more
Not a lot going o...
Not a lot going on as it's a tiny city, and very rural. There are some lovely places close by, but the city itself is very run down and closed in read more
Bangor is a very...
Bangor is a very small city with everything you need within walking distance rent is quite cheap however there is limited options when looking for shopping but you are only a quick train away from Llandudno and Colwyn bay which have everything you need. read more
great place for a...
great place for a student, cheap but still great read more
Lovely town full...
Lovely town full of culture and great areas read more
Bangor as a town...
Bangor as a town is perfect as a gateway to the natural beauty of Eryri, though the town itself feels empty without students and lacks a good night life. read more
Nice area but unl...
Nice area but unless you are in to dingey nightclubs there isn't much to do read more
Bangor is an okay...
Bangor is an okay city, university is better than the city itself read more
there’s many buse...
there’s many buses that run to and from bangor regularly and train to all around the uk. there’s many charity shops but not many chain clothing shops but then it’s easy to get to places that do such as llandudno. nights out are always fun and eating out is quite affordable although i don’t do it often read more
Cost of living is...
Cost of living is very comparable to my hometown (Sheffield) so for me not too bad. Lacking in bars, it's all mainly pubs and 2 nightclubs. Many empty shops on the high street. read more
High street is cl...
High street is closing down. Minimal food places to eat out Train and bus station read more
It is a very quie...
It is a very quiet city with not much there. Not many chain restaurants or shops or places for activities and so travelling is necessary. Only 2 clubs - one of which is university owned. read more
Bangor is a small...
Bangor is a small city, but what is lack in size it makes up in all over factors! The night life is made up of two clubs but still a good night out. You are surrounded by the ocean on one side and Snowdonia National park on the other. Everything is close, the people are lovely and there is so much to do. read more
Bangor is a nice...
Bangor is a nice student town , I enjoy how easily accessible everything is :) read more
It's a pretty hil...
It's a pretty hilly and physically demanding area and the public Transport is less than ideal. However, most things are within walking distance and the High street has a LOT available read more
There could have...
There could have been more shops on the high street.Lots of shops are closed on the high street which doesnt help as people do not prefer to come here for this reason read more
It is a nice area...
It is a nice area and easy to get around read more
It’s a very small...
It’s a very small town compared to my home and there’s not many places to eat and socialise here, but it’s a lovely town for walks and nature read more
There is always s...
There is always something to do, ive never had one day of boredom read more
A small city, so...
A small city, so not a lot to do compared to other cities but it’s a nice little city read more
Bangor has been g...
Bangor has been great for cost of living, with many things being put in place to assist students, such as discounts for students in supermarkets and other shops. Though there are few restaurants, those that are here are amazing, including Clio Lounge, Clena and the Wetherspoons. The high street is quite poor in shops ever since COVID, where there is now only really coffee shops, with barely any retail and clothing stores around anymore. Public transport links are good though I have barely used them myself so cannot vouch for them to a complete extent. read more
amazing little pl...
amazing little place absolutely lovely read more
Unsure as based i...
Unsure as based in Wrexham so don't visit bangor that often read more
Don’t need public...
Don’t need public transport, the city is small enough to walk. The high street is most deserted with more and more shops closing down but it’s fine. There’s only 2 night clubs which are both rubbish but there’s plenty of clubs read more
It’s easy to get...
It’s easy to get around as Bangor is such a small town read more
Nice town, cheap,...
Nice town, cheap, easy to get around read more
Beautiful place a...
Beautiful place and scenery good people read more
Limited opportuni...
Limited opportunities related to shopping but excellent location for students as it is a relatively economical to live and study in bangor read more
Nice community, a...
Nice community, a few more places to shop and eat out should be considered read more
The life in bango...
The life in bangor is average cuz everything closes so early. read more
Nice and quiet pl...
Nice and quiet place to live while also meeting new people. Very friendly and amazing place to live for a student read more
Bangor is good fo...
Bangor is good for retired but not for living as in 20-30 but Bangor doesn’t have any factory near by so the air doesn’t have any pollution with it read more
Bangor town is a...
Bangor town is a peace full place to stay for a student in there university studies read more
cheap, decent pla...
cheap, decent places to eat - especially in Anglesea nearby, small two nightclubs and meet same people each night as place very small, good supermarkets, not many other stores unless you go further out, decent buses, train station. read more
amazing learning...
amazing learning environment You change, and your mind starts working so you can think critically about situations. The surroundings are equally astounding. read more
Perfect if you’re...
Perfect if you’re into the outdoors read more
The nice place to...
The nice place to live but limited job opportunity. read more
Very nice place a...
Very nice place and a lovely... read more
Once again I cann...
Once again I cannot comment correctly on these fields read more
not much of a lea...
not much of a leasure city, but has great beauty and a few fun activities. Travelling by train to nearby cities will be better to enjoy the city life. However once you are familiar with the city it becomes very comfortable. read more
It is a nice town...
It is a nice town, with great views and location. Lots to do if you enjoy the outdoors, and dont mind rain. read more
Well connected pu...
Well connected public transportation. Not many options to eat out. Friendly town nonetheless. Beautiful scenes. read more
Everything is wit...
Everything is within walking distance except SOS lab. Will need to travel out of Bangor to basic activities which are possible in cities (bowling, cinema etc) read more
Bangor has superm...
Bangor has supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and two night clubs for students. Apart from that there is not much to do in Bangor itself, however if you have a car you can easily visit Anglesey and Snowdonia etc. read more
I love it here. T...
I love it here. There are loads of nooks and crannies and beautiful sights once you get looking. It's right next to Anglesey, Snowdonia and some pretty towns (Llandudno, Conwy) which are fun to explore with mates. There are two clubs; Academi isn't that great but throw good events sometimes, Cube has decent DJs in every Saturday if that's what you're into. There's a pretty good underground scene here too, especially at Rascals and The Menai. read more
Around university...
Around university everything easily accessible. read more
Economy seemingly...
Economy seemingly not great. The outdoors areas are excellent. read more
Small city but ea...
Small city but easy links to Chester, Ireland, and direct trains to London read more
Nice city which i...
Nice city which isn’t too big, not a huge variety when it comes to nightlife but it’s still a good night. read more
Cost of living is...
Cost of living is decent, only stayed at some student accommodation. Loads of shops about. Cant say much for night life and eating out because everything’s been closed here in Wales. (Covid) read more
nightlife is a bi...
nightlife is a bit dead but the scenery makes up for it read more
In all fairness,...
In all fairness, I don't go out much so I can't really judge the town. But I must say they have terrible takeaways and needs a waterstones. But the local forests and walks are beautiful, if you have a dog it is the perfect place for a lovely walk. The pier is lovely too. read more
Most places close...
Most places closed during the pandemic. Everything easily accessible, however big hills to walk up and down. Town centre rather tired and many shops have moved elsewhere. read more
Cost of living he...
Cost of living here is really quite low nothing is majorly expensive. Eating out can be good for certain places but generally you need to go to Menai Bridge, but its still really close! Nights out can be limited but still really decent. Shopping is limited a train to Chester is better! But you still do have pretty much everything you need, clothing shops are just a bit limited. Public transport is cheap and really good always on time, although I used my car, when we did use the bus/train it was reliable. read more
Bangor itself is...
Bangor itself is not the best city in the world. That's just being honest. I still had an amazing time. I'd say Bangor is more appropriate for the pub-goer rather than the club-goer. Although North Wales offers amazing live music, you just have to do a little digging & be willing for an adventure. read more
Central location,...
Central location, student focused, beautiful surroundings read more
£4.50 all day pas...
£4.50 all day pass in the north of Wales very good value for money. 5+ supermarkets within a mile of each other and enough pubs and nightclubs to go around read more
Bearing in mind t...
Bearing in mind the location of Bangor University, the cost of living is worth it. Its much cheaper than the cost of living in a larger city. Public transport is good with a good train link. It has the longest high street in the country too. read more
Lots of pubs, two...
Lots of pubs, two clubs and several bars so good nightlife. Shops are OK, lots of good charity shops, an asda, lidl, aldi, morrisons and tesco. If you want more / bigger shops like Primark or Debenhams then Llandudno is only a short bus ride. Public transport is great, very good bus services to lots of different places. Reasonable train service, direct trains to Chester, Llandudno Junction and Holyhead. Very good and cheap student accommodation available. Great location, close to the sea and snowdonia national Park. read more
Bangors night lif...
Bangors night life is great, being a student town there's always different night going on. Eating out isn't the greatest but that's fine for students, less money for us to spend! Shopping is good although the there is no primark or cheaper stores. read more
Small city easy t...
Small city easy to walk around, accessible read more
Not many places t...
Not many places to go on a night out. The Harp and The Black Bull Inn are both worth a visit for cheap drinks. SOS at Academi is worth buying a ticket for as drinks are very cheap. Avoid Peep on a Saturday as it's locals night. Cost of living is generally cheap. Can get to most places in North Wales for less than £20 return. read more
Train services a...
Train services a let down, great bus services read more
Brilliant night l...
Brilliant night life with many pubs and clubs to choose from which bring life and excitement every night. Brilliantly priced drinks and entry. Good cheap accommodation which is in never far from the main university. No real need for public transport but they offer regular bus services and a train station in central Bangor. Lots of varied restaurants from Thai to Chinese and homemade pub grub at reasonable prices. read more
Everything you ne...
Everything you need is within a half hour walk and easy to find. read more
May have to trave...
May have to travel further for shopping but with the internet makes it easier! Nights out are good but can be a long walk uphill at the end of a night! read more
Bangor is a beaut...
Bangor is a beautiful place and so cheap too read more
Missing a few big...
Missing a few big brands such as primark, could do with an extra couple of clubs opening. Pubs are very cheap and you can have a good night by just going to the pub read more
You can walk ever...
You can walk everywhere but there isn't much to do in Bangor after the first 3 months read more
A very beautiful...
A very beautiful area to live in read more
Despite the night...
Despite the nightlife being restricted to only two nightclubs, Bangor is a lively little student city and the cost of living and nights out is very reasonable in comparison to bigger cities like Manchester, York and London. Everything is within walking distance so there's no need to splash out on expensive bus passes! read more
Everything is on...
Everything is on your doorstep! Able to walk around everywhere if you want to. Train station quite central, and the bus station in the centre of the high street. Loads of local shops a long with some larger national stores read more
Not many clubs so...
Not many clubs so if you like clubbing this is not the best place although the two main clubs are very good. Lots of shops both independent and chain, loads of pubs and activities nearby. Public transport is very decent and helpful if you don't know where to go ( welsh names are hard ! ) read more
There's currently...
There's currently only 2 night clubs in Bangor, however plenty of pubs, it is the only fault I can find with Bangor as I come from a large city. The high street is a little basic but still has everything you will need, it has new look, peacocks, Costa, and it's just opened a pandora too. Quite a few takeaways, and quite a few little gems when it comes to restaurants and cafes, however blue sky is a bit pricey, but worth a fancy lunch! read more
Not many places t...
Not many places to eat out but loads of take away the town is small but you can get trains to loads of places for better shopping read more
Quiet town to liv...
Quiet town to live in but still enough to do. Very easy to get to the nearest main town (Chester) and to attractions such as cinemas (Llandudno Junction), beaches (Angelsey/Colwyn Bay), or places to go out for the day (Llandudno). Have always felt very safe living here. Everything is within walking distance, and if you live in Upper Bangor you can get to shops and lecture halls within 5-10 minutes - very convenient. read more
Bangor... 2nd lon...
Bangor... 2nd longest high street in the UK... Pound shops, charity shops and rubbish.. Avoid bangor at all costs. read more
Bangor is in Nort...
Bangor is in North Wales; te best part of the most beautiful country in the UK. If you're not from Wales or the UK, don't ne put off thinking that you'll not fit in with the Welsh culture and that everyone speaks Welsh... No one speaks the language, and he few that do are also blessed with the English language. The 'city' is small and compact but had everything g you need and world class facilities. Has great shopping locations, sports, entertainment and leisure attractions. Is also situ stated near to Isle of Angelsea, a must see island full of amazing things to see and do. The city is located right on the coast so get fresh sea air and a great country-side/ urban atmosphere. This is a student dominated city so you are never left feeling lonely or isolated! read more
Amazing views, lo...
Amazing views, lovely people, beach, mountains, everything is in walking distance read more
Cons?
too many hills and not enough close shops
Everywhere you co...
Everywhere you could possibly want to go is within walking distance so you dont need public transport unless you do marine science, the cost of living is generally pretty low. read more
Cons?
The night clubs are not great. The weather is generally pretty rubbish, there is decent selection of shops for retail therapy. There are lots of hills, but you do get used to them.
Never far away fr...
Never far away from university buildings or your friends' houses. Rarely have to use public transport but the train and bus services are frequent. There is a very good atmosphere as half the population are students and there is a community feel among them. Very friendly and welcoming, small city in which you can never get lost. read more
Cons?
Only 3 night clubs, although it means you will never party at an empty club. It's so windy here!