Life in Weston
Weston-super-Mare is a fantastic place to call home, offering seaside charm and exciting attractions. Weston Beach is perfect for weekend walks or a day by the sea, while the iconic Grand Pier provides year-round entertainment. If you enjoy the outdoors, Sand Bay offers a peaceful escape with beautiful coastal walks. Puxton Park has a range of community events throughout the year including ScareFest and a Pumpkin Patch at Halloween. Theatre lovers can catch live performances at The Playhouse. Plus, Tropicana hosts a variety of creative and community events. With so much to explore, living in Weston means there's always something new to discover!
Key Dates
- eat:Weston Food Festival: 27th September 2025
- Weston Beach Race: October 3rd 2025 – October 5th 2025
- Weston Super Half: Sunday 19th October 2025
- Weston-super-Mare Carnival: Friday 7th of November 2025
- Stars of Time Comic Con: 22nd November 2025
- eat:Weston Food Festival: 29th November 2025
- The Playhouse Pantomime – Cinderella: 6th of December 2025 – 31st of December 2025
- Circus Zyair: Every May on the Weston Beach Lawns
Attractions in Weston
Places to Eat
Weston offers a variety of delicious options for every taste. Whether you're after a traditional seaside town meal from Papas Fish and Chips, a classy dining experience with stunning views at Revo Kitchen, or a taste of authentic Greek cuisine at Yiayia’s Kitchen, there’s something for everyone. The high street is packed with a diverse selection of eateries, perfect for grabbing a quick and tasty lunch on the go.
Places to Live
Parkside House is new purpose-built student accommodation with ultra-fast WiFi and great facilities, less than a 2-minute walk from the Knightstone Campus and Winter Gardens.
Sports Teams
Weston-super-Mare has many sports teams that you can join while studying at UCW. Football, Rugby, Hockey and Cricket are available! As well clubs that you can join, professional clubs also play including Weston-super-Mare A.F.C and RFC!
Hutton Moor Leisure Centre offers a variety of sports, including tennis, badminton, racquetball, and table tennis. Clubs meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 09:00 and 13:00.
