Leeds

You haven’t experienced student life in Leeds until you’ve done the Otley Run: the infamous fancy dress pub crawl.

There are plenty of reasons to stick around in Leeds during the summer. There’s the vibrant Leeds Carnival (Europe’s oldest West Indian carnival) and, of course, the epic Leeds Festival to name but a couple. 

If you and your mates can’t agree on a restaurant, try Trinity Kitchen in the city centre which has a whole range of international cuisines. 

The Leeds Light Night in October is an evening of free performances and exhibitions around the city. It’s the perfect introduction to Leeds and very entertaining.

Walk to Headingley for pretty much everything a student needs, from charity shops and cafes to launderettes, pubs and bars.

Visit studentbeans.com/uk for some awesome deals, including discounts at many popular shops, cafes and restaurants as well as special offers on entertainment and experiences.

For an unforgettable night save up your pennies and visit the First Direct Arena for music, comedy, dance or sport, they host some legendary acts and huge names.

If you’re travelling on a budget, don’t forget to check the Megabus website before spending a small fortune on train tickets or petrol. You can get a ticket to London and many other destinations for low prices if you time it right.

For a meal out take a browse around Burley. There are lots of pubs and restaurants where you can enjoy a wide variety of cuisines. Try a couple out and you’ll know where to take your parents when they visit.

Whether you are a film buff or just go to watch movies on rainy days, you’ll love Hyde Park Picture House which is a friendly, local, independent cinema. Plus there is a young person’s membership which is free to join and you can get discounted tickets for just £5!