This Is UCFB
FRESHERS’ 25
This is UCFB
Freshers’ 2025
New city. New mates. New memories. This is where it all begins.
Freshers’ Week is more than just a welcome – it’s your first step into an unforgettable student journey. Whether you’re heading to UCFB Manchester or UCFB Wembley, this is your moment to connect, explore, and start strong.
Get ready for a week filled with social events, support sessions, fun challenges and the kind of memories you’ll talk about long after graduation. It’s all here – and it all starts now.
This is UCFB Manchester
Freshers’ 2025
From buzzing nights out to chilled coffee mornings, Freshers’ Week at UCFB Manchester is all about finding your people and making the most of one of the UK’s most exciting cities. You’ll be based at The Study Hub, your go-to space for support, study, and student life. Expect a packed week of community-building, campus exploration and epic social events.
Featured Events
UCFB Manchester
☕ Course Coffee Mornings
Start your journey with free refreshments, relaxed chats and a chance to meet your course mates, as well as teams from Student Support, Student Finance and Learning Support.
📸 Head Shot Day
Get your professional profile started right with a free LinkedIn-style headshot, taken by a professional photographer.
🛒 Free Grocery Store
We know student budgets are tight. That’s why the SU’s Free Grocery Store is stocked with essential items like kitchenware, toiletries and food – all free for UCFB students.
🎨 Ladies’ Night: Sip ’n’ Paint
A welcoming night for female students to unwind, meet each other and get creative – complete with refreshments and painting kits.
⚽ Football Shirt Mixer @ Bierkeller
Rep your team and meet fellow football fans at one of Manchester’s favourite spots. First drink’s on us!
⛳ Junkyard Golf
A bold, quirky venue perfect for some light-hearted competition and casual fun – drinks included.
🍕 Nell’s Pizza Social
New York-style slices, friendly faces and chill vibes. It’s the perfect way to break the ice.
🎯 Social Darts @ Roxy Ballroom
Grab your new friends and let the games begin — enjoy darts, food and drinks in the heart of Deansgate.
🏏 Sixes Cricket @ Exchange Square
Take a swing in their famous batting cages, then kick back with food and drinks.
🎳 Dog Bowl Bowling
Round out your Freshers’ with bowling, tunes, drinks and plenty of photo ops near Oxford Road.
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This is UCFB Wembley
Freshers’ 2025
Freshers’ Week at UCFB Wembley combines iconic London locations with meaningful moments on campus. You’ll be based at Arch View House, home to lecture theatres, media suites, support services and relaxed student areas – all of which will come alive during Freshers’. This is your time to explore the capital, bond with your course mates, and enjoy the ride.
Featured Events
UCFB Wembley
☕ Course Coffee Mornings
Get to know your course group in a relaxed setting with refreshments and support from key departments like Student Support and Finance.
📸 Head Shot Day
Whether you’re just starting out or refreshing your profile, walk away with a professional-quality headshot for LinkedIn or your CV.
🛒 Free Grocery Store
Your essentials, sorted. The SU is offering free kitchen supplies, toiletries and more to help ease the cost of living.
⚽ Football Shirt Mixer @ Blue Check
Show off your colours and meet fellow fans at this classic Wembley student spot. Your first drink is on us!
⛳ Junkyard Golf – Shoreditch
Expect vibrant themes, wild courses and a guaranteed good time in one of London’s coolest neighbourhoods.
🏎 Drive Lounge – Shoreditch
Love motorsport? Try high-spec sim racing, grab a drink and connect with other racing fans in the heart of the capital.
🥷 Ninja Warrior
A newer event offered to students at UCFB – Ninja Warrior is a high energy activity where you can unleash your inner ninja! Ninja Warrior is just a short trip away to Watford just at the end of the Metropolitan Line.
🏏 Sixes Cricket – Shepherds Bush
Batter up! Test your swing in state-of-the-art batting nets with food and drinks included.
🎯 Social Darts @ Colonel Fawcett, Camden
Darts, pool, and good vibes in one of North London’s most eclectic pubs.
This is Freshers’
Tickets
All UCFB Freshers’ 2025 tickets are available to purchase on Ticket Tailor, where you can choose between individual event tickets for or the Activity Package!
The Activity Package includes access for up to five major events, including:
- Junkyard Golf
- Ninja Warrior (Wembley only)
- Sixes Cricket
- Drive Lounge (Wembley only)
- Social Darts
💰 Tickets cost just £60 (Early Bird) / £70 (Standard) (RRP £115!)
The Club Package is provided by Riff Raff Events and can be purchased via their website.
Campus
UCFB Wembley
With Wembley Stadium at the heart of your campus, what could be more motivating for a future career in the football and sports industry than walking into the most famous stadium in the world?
Campus
UCFB Manchester
With stadium venues and bespoke facilities at the heart of the campus, students can live, learn and work at the centre of one of Europe’s most progressive sporting cities.
