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An up-beat blog with daily news and views about creative & cultural Birmingham
itchybirmingham.co.uk
What's on in Brum? Itchy delivers with sass.
macarts.co.uk
Stroll over to the Midlands Arts Centre to enjoy theatre performances, music, comedy, plays for children, literature and poetry events, films and free exhibitions.
Soho House - Home of Staggering Cleverness
Soho House was once a regular meeting place for The Lunar Society, some of the greatest minds of the 18th century.
Symphony Hall discount
Arrive at the box office with your NUS card half-an-hour before any performance and get in for just £3! Honestly!
the drum arts centre
The Drum, located in Aston, is dedicated to developing and promoting contemporary art and culture of British African, Asian and Caribbean communities. The jazz-hiphop-poetry Live Box evenings are highly recommended.
theelectric.co.uk
The oldest working cinema in the UK first opened in December 1909. The building is now home to luxury sofa seating, waiter service and a full bar.
thinktank.ac
Birmingham's unique and award-winning science museum around the corner from Aston Uni.
woib.co.uk
A guide to musical & cultural events in Brum

aston.ac.uk
The official Aston University site
astonguild.org.uk
Aston Uni Students' Guild
bham.ac.uk
The official Birmingham University site
Brum Uni Student Guild
Birmingham Uni Guild of Students (Bugs) is the recognised students' union for over 27,000 students.
nursery.bham.ac.uk
All you need to know about B'ham university day nursery
nusonline.co.uk
The NUS is one of the largest student organisations in the world and represents the interests of around five million students in further and higher education throughout the UK.
rfxstudents.co.uk
yet another arguably 'essential' guide to university life!
uce.ac.uk
The official University of Central England site
universitiesnet.com
An ace national online student guide. It's pretty exhaustive.

Aston Uni Christian Union
Visit us. We're friendly folk.
Birmingham Uni Christian Union
Welcome!
Christian Union at UCE
Come hang out with us!
juststopandthink.com
A 15-minute film that tackles life’s big questions
knowing God personally
Is it possible to know God personally? How?
rejesus.co.uk
2000 years after he walked the earth, Jesus of Nazareth remains one of the most influential people ever. Why?
religioustolerance.org
Exploring dozens of religions and promoting religious freedom

amnesty.org
Working to protect human rights worldwide
birminghamcuttingco2.org
Make a [quite easy] pledge to cut your personal carbon footprint and help combat climate change.
generous.org.uk
Unpretentious UK experiment for A Year of LIving Generously. Sign up for free and get lots of tips on how to minimise your ecological footprint
makepovertyhistory.org
Join the biggest anti-poverty movement ever
stopthetraffik.org
Join the fight against human trafficking

astonuniversityhealthcentre.co.uk
Specialist medical service to Aston students
botanic.bham.ac.uk
A six acre haven of peace and tranquillity on the university's Edgbaston Campus. Free admission to students
Cannon Hill park
Get sporty or relax in this park close to the Birmingham campus
creationwall.co.uk
Keep fit at Birmingham's only dedicated indoor climbing centre
free sight test
Aston Uni students are entitled to a free sight test!
lucieblackmantrust.org
Providing vital safety tips for freshers and seeking to educate women and young people in the use of devices for their personal safety.
Nature Centre
Mellow out with over 120 species of wildlife, just 10 minutes walk from Brum Uni
southbirminghampct.nhs.uk
Find a primary care doctors / dentists / opticians / pharmacy in your area!
Sutton park
Get yourself a kite and fly it in Sutton park.

bhx.co.uk
Birmingham International Airport
centro.org.uk
Comprehensive bus and train information for the West Midlands. Here's a useful train timetable for both Brum and Aston students.
findastudentjob.com
Find a job and make your profile & CV available to leading student employers worldwide
youngpersons-railcard.co.uk
Save a third on rail travel with this handy card

English Club
Learn everyday conversational English and join in discussions using Bible texts. Every Thursday 5pm-7pm starting 5th October. Venue to be confirmed. email heidichan@agape.org.uk for info
new2uk.iehosting.co.uk
Friends International aim to demonstrate Christian love and friendship in practical ways and enrich the student experience for internationals (of any faith or none) in the UK. Very useful Life in the UK section
ukstudentlife.com
A fantastic introduction to study, work & travel in the UK and British culture and life.

beyondbakedbeans.com
Easing the blow of having to cook for yourself for the first time. Great links page too.
birmingham-eating.com
the definitive guide to eating out in Brum
sibilasrestaurant.co.uk
fabulous veggie food in our second city
thebaltiguide.com
You're in Brum. You must go for a Balti. The Noorani on Slade Rd. is an Aston student favourite. Brum Uni students favour Chamon and Dilshad, both on Bristol Rd.

a Birmingham venue list
The what's on in brum venue list
birmingham.gov.uk
The comprehensive and surprisingly useful Birmingham City Council site
birminghamitsnotshit.co.uk
Harping on about Jasper Carrott, curry & concrete, the birth place of heavy metal, the rotunda and everything that makes Birmingham not shit!
maps of the city
Download maps of the city centre and greater Birmingham
Photos documenting the last 100 years of Brum life
Over 2000 Brum photos, as well as local history and a Brummie slang dictionary.