Further details
*Coaches will only be provided for halls of residence outside the city centre. Space on each coach is allocated on a first come, first served basis and is not guaranteed. Entry is valid at each event before 11pm. After 11pm entry will be allowed if space permits.
**Fundraising for Union activities.
***RRP £25. Offer for welcome weekend only, while stocks last.
Terms & Conditions:
Wristband Plus is for NTU first year students over the age of 18 only (see definition of first year student below). In order to gain entry to events where alcohol is being served, a wristband must be accompanied by one of the following forms of 18+ age verification ID: passport, driving licence or PASS accredited card (see www.pass-scheme.org.uk for details). Failure to present one of these forms of ID at the venue will result in you not being able to attend the event. ID will also be required for collection. Entry to nightclub events is valid before 11pm. After 11pm entry will be allowed if space permits. Comedy, Bingo, Film & Freshers: Live events have a limited capacity so space cannot be guaranteed. Rights of admission are reserved by each venue. Coaches will only be provided for halls of residence outside the city centre. Space on each coach is allocated on a first come, first served basis and is not guaranteed. Offer available while stocks last. Freshers’ entertainment programme details correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change. No refunds are available.
Additional info:
By purchasing this wristband you are confirming that you will be a NTU first year student during the academic year 2018/19 (see definition of first year student, below). You will be asked for proof of your first year student status at the point of collection. No refunds will be given to purchasers who are ineligible to attend Freshers’ events. You will need your NTU student ID number in order to purchase your wristband. To receive your individual NTU number and e-mail address, please call the Admissions Department on 0115 848 4200.
Definition of NTU First Year Student:
NTU first year students are those that have accepted a place on a full-time or part-time course starting in September/October 2018 at Nottingham Trent University or a Nottingham Trent University Higher Education Course at Confetti Institute or at Nottingham College. This includes Postgraduate courses as well as Undergraduate courses. Students that have relocated from another university and are enrolling at Nottingham Trent University for the first time are also included. Any students retaking part or all of their first year are also classed First Year Students. Any NTU students that are not classed as “First Year” will be eligible to buy a Refreshers wristband instead.
Collection Information:
Wristbands will not be sent through the post – you will be able to collect them at enrolment when you arrive on campus.
City Campus – Enrolment – Newton Building
Friday 21st September 10am-6pm, Saturday 22nd September 10am-5pm, Sunday 23rd September 11-3pm and Monday 24th September 9am-5pm. Tuesday 25th September onwards: Box Office, Students’ Union building, 10am-4pm.
Clifton Campus – Enrolment – Clifton Pavillion
Friday 21st September 10am-6pm, Saturday 22nd September 10am-5pm, Sunday 23rd September 11-3pm, Monday 24th September 9am-5pm. Tuesday 25th September onwards: Clifton SU Reception, DH Lawrence building, 10am-4pm.
Brackenhurst Campus – Enrolment – Library
Friday 21st September 10am-4pm, Saturday 22nd September 10am-3pm, Sunday 23rd September 11-2pm. Monday 24th September onwards: The Orangery, 10am – 4pm
Freshers’ Ball
Here at the Students’ Union we have a long-standing tradition of throwing a huge celebration for all of our new students. This year is no exception! You can expect live music, DJs, special guests, casino tables, official photographers and much more.
Details: Sunday 7th October @ City Students’ Union, 9pm-late
Early Bird tickets £12
Not included in Wristband+
The Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness
This isn’t any old quiz, it’s The Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness! With up to £50 cash, drinks and event tickets up for grabs, you’d be silly not to experience the biggest quiz of the year! The quiz takes place at each campus in the Students’ Union simultaneously.
Details: Sunday 30th September @ The Point, 7pm-10pm
£1 entry
Not included in Wristband+
Climax
Meet at The Point and get ready to dance the night away at the City Students’ Union! We’ll have a DJ playing the latest tunes to set you up for the night ahead.
FREE Pre-bar @ The Point – 8pm-10pm
Time for Freshers’ Week to reach its Climax … The City Students’ Union hosts Nottingham’s number 1 club night, every Saturday! Three floors, 2 rooms and thousands of Trent students.
Details: Saturday 29th September @ City Students’ Union 10pm-late
£5 entry
Not included in Wristband+
UV Rave
Worship all things Neon and hype up your weekend with Trent’s official UV rave! Expect free glow sticks, UV paint and an atmosphere like no other…
Details: Friday 28th September @ The Point, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Silent Disco
Pop on your headphones, it’s time for the silent disco! Switch between three channels of music whilst the DJs battle for the dancefloor. Who will win? You decide!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ Various, 10:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Film Night
Chill out and recharge with a free entry movie night. Pillows & pyjamas welcome, plus free popcorn for WB+ holders! Want to vote on what film we show? Join the Trent Freshers Facebook group!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ The Point, 7pm-10pm
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Bar Safari
Welcome to the jungle! Explore Nottingham’s best bars on an evening of adventure and exploration. Get your best fancy dress at the ready and your Freshers’ Team will be your tour guide!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ Various, 8pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Bingo
Duck & dive, 25! Enjoy a relaxed evening with one of our classic Bingo nights! We’ll have loads of prizes up for grabs, including event tickets, NTU merch and CASH!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ The Point, 7pm-10pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
City Clubs
A night to explore some of the best club’s in Nottingham City Centre. Your Freshers’ Team will give you the low down on your destination venue.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Games Night
Expect video games, board games, free to play table tennis and free pool! Enjoy a relaxed evening with your friends in your new home away from home.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ The Point, 7pm-10pm
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Trentfest
Keep those summer vibes going with Trent’s festival themed club night. Expect confetti, C02, free face painting and so much more! The Freshers’ Team will give you the low down on your destination venue.
Details: Monday 24th September @ Various, 10:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Comedy Box
We were going to try and write something funny here, but we’ll leave that to the professionals! Come along to see some of the UK’s finest stand-up comedy talent at Trent’s own Comedy night, The Comedy Box.
Details: Monday 24th September @ The Point, 7pm-10pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Trent Army
Tonight’s the night you become a full fledged member of the Trent Army! Face paint, dog tags and camo gear are a must. And don’t forget, T-R-E-N-T … we are the Trent Army!
Details: Sunday 23rd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Beach Party
Move over David Hasslehoff… Trent knows how to throw the biggest beach party around! We’ll bring the beach, you bring fancy dress. Expect beach balls, 100s of inflatables and Trent’s rendition of Baywatch thrown in for good measure!
Details: Saturday 22nd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Kickstart
They say start as you mean to go on, so we’re kicking things off the right way with a huge club night! Setting you up for the biggest and best week of your life, socialise with new friends and settle in to your new home.
Details: Friday 21st September @ The Point, 9:30pm – late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Freshers’ Ball
Here at the Students’ Union we have a long-standing tradition of throwing a huge celebration for all of our new students. This year is no exception! You can expect live music, DJs, special guests, casino tables, official photographers and much more.
Details: Sunday 7th October @ City Students’ Union, 9pm-late
Early Bird tickets £12
Not included in Wristband+
Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness
This isn’t any old quiz, it’s The Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness! With up to £50 cash, drinks and event tickets up for grabs, you’d be silly not to experience the biggest quiz of the year! The quiz takes place at each campus in the Students’ Union simultaneously.
Details: Sunday 30th September @ The Level, 7pm-10pm
£1 entry
Not included in Wristband+
Climax
Time for Freshers’ Week to reach its Climax … The City Students’ Union hosts Nottingham’s number 1 club night, every Saturday! Three floors, 2 rooms and thousands of Trent students.
Details: Saturday 29th September @ City Students’ Union, 10pm-late
£5 entry
Not included in Wristband+
Freshers: Live
Enjoy live music? We’re bringing you 3 of the best up & coming indie bands the UK has to offer in one of Nottingham’s premier live music venues: The Level, City Students’ Union.
Details: Saturday 29th September @ The Level, from 6pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Ye Olde Tour of Nottingham
Get networking as your Freshers’ Team take you on a trail of Nottingham’s finest and historical pubs and attractions. Expect to visit the oldest pubs in the country, finished with a private ghost walk and a visit to some of Nottingham’s oldest caves!
Details: Friday 28th September @ City Students’ Union, from 6pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
UV Rave
Worship all things Neon and hype up your weekend with Trent’s official UV rave! Expect free glow sticks, UV paint and an atmosphere like no other…
Details: Friday 28th September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Silent Disco
Pop on your headphones, it’s time for the silent disco! Switch between three channels of music whilst the DJs battle for the dancefloor. Who will win? You decide!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ Various, 10:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Film Night
Chill out and recharge with a free entry movie night. Pillows & pyjamas welcome, plus free popcorn for WB+ holders! Want to vote on what film we show? Join the Trent Freshers Facebook group!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ The Level, 7pm-10pm
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Bar Safari
Welcome to the jungle! Explore Nottingham’s best bars on an evening of adventure and exploration. Get your best fancy dress at the ready and your Freshers’ Team will be your tour guide!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ Various, 9pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Bingo
Duck & dive, 25! Enjoy a relaxed evening with one of our classic Bingo nights! We’ll have loads of prizes up for grabs, including event tickets, NTU merch and CASH!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ The Loft, 7pm-10pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
City Clubs
A night to explore some of the best clubs in Nottingham City Centre. Your Freshers’ Team will give you the low down on your destination venue.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Not included in Wristband+
Level Up
Let’s go back in time at Level Up! We’ve partnered up with the Gamer Soc to bring you the ultimate retro video game party. Featuring classic PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo, a unique menu of gamerthemed food & drinks and serious high score prizes- every student whose ever picked up a controller will feel right at home.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ The Loft, 7pm-10pm
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Trentfest
Keep those summer vibes going with Trent’s festival themed club night. Expect confetti, C02, free face painting and so much more! The Freshers’ Team will give you the low down on your destination venue.
Details: Monday 24th September @ Various, 10:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Comedy Box
We were going to try and write something funny here, but we’ll leave that to the professionals! Come along to see some of the UK’s finest stand-up comedy talent at Trent’s own Comedy night, The Comedy Box.
Details: Monday 24th September @ The Loft, 7pm-10pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Trent Army
Tonight’s the night you become a fully-fledged member of the Trent Army! Face paint, dog tags and camo gear are a must. And don’t forget, T-R-E-N-T … we are the Trent Army!
Details: Sunday 23rd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Beach Party
Move over David Hasslehoff… Trent knows how to throw the biggest beach party around! We’ll bring the beach, you bring fancy dress. Expect beach balls, 100s of inflatables and Trent’s rendition of Baywatch thrown in for good measure!
Details: Saturday 22nd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Kickstart
They say start as you mean to go on, so we’re kicking things off the right way with a huge club night! Setting you up for the biggest and best week of your life, socialise with new friends and settle in to your new home.
Details: Friday 21st September @ City Students’ Union, 9:30pm – late
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Meeting Point
Not in halls? Don’t miss the big nights out, just swing by the City SU every evening from the 21st – 29th September. The Freshers Crew will be there to meet and take you to your destination venue!
Details: Everyday @ City Students’ Union, 8pm-10pm
Included in Wristband+
Freshers’ Ball
Here at the Students’ Union we have a long-standing tradition of throwing a huge celebration for all of our new students. This year is no exception! You can expect live music, DJs, special guests, casino tables, official photographers and much more.
Details: Sunday 7th October @ City Students’ Union, 9pm-late
Early Bird tickets £12
Not included in Wristband+
The Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness
This isn’t any old quiz, it’s The Super Mega Quiz of Extreme Awesomeness! With up to £50 cash, drinks and event tickets up for grabs, you’d be silly not to experience the biggest quiz of the year! The quiz takes place at each campus in the Students’ Union simultaneously.
Details: Sunday 30th September @ Brack Bar, 7pm-10pm
£1 entry
Not included in Wristband+
Climax
Meet at Brack Bar and get ready to dance the night away at the City Student’s Union! We’ll have a DJ playing the latest tunes to set you up for the night ahead.
FREE Pre-bar @ Brack Bar, 8pm-11pm
Time for Freshers’ Week to reach its Climax … The City Students’ Union hosts Nottingham’s number 1 club night, every Saturday! Three floors, 2 rooms and thousands of Trent students.
Details: Saturday 29th September @ City Students’ Union, 10pm-late
£5 entry
Not included in Wristband+
Fluid UV Rave
Fridays at Brackenhurst mean one thing, Fluid! We’ll be kicking things off with a UV Rave, which means glow sicks, UV paint and the best in chart, cheese & anthems!
Details: Friday 28th September @ Brack Bar, 9pm-late
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Silent Disco
Prepare for the night ahead at Brack Bar for one of our most popular events! Grab a few early drinks while you wait for the bus!
FREE Pre-bar 8pm-11pm @ Brack Bar
Pop on your headphones, it’s time for the silent disco! Switch between three channels of music whilst the DJs battle for the dancefloor. Who will win? You decide!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ Various, 10:30pm-late
£8 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Film Night
Chill out and recharge with a free entry movie night. Pillows & pyjamas welcome, plus free popcorn for WB+ holders! Want to vote on what film we show? Join the Trent Freshers Facebook group!
Details: Thursday 27th September @ The Orangery, 7pm-10pm
FREE
Included in Wristband+
Bar Safari
Head on down to Brack Bar before the bus, and we’ll have zoo themed freebies and a live DJ to get you ready for an evening in Nottingham City Centre!
FREE Pre-bar, 8pm-11pm @ Brack Bar
Welcome to the jungle! Explore Nottingham’s best bars on an evening of adventure and exploration. Get your best fancy dress at the ready and your Freshers’ Team will be your tour guide!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ Various, 8pm-late
£8 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Bingo
Duck & dive, 25! Enjoy a relaxed evening with one of our classic Bingo nights! We’ll have loads of prizes up for grabs, including event tickets, NTU merch and CASH!
Details: Wednesday 26th September @ The Orangery, 7pm-10pm
£5 on the door
Included in Wristband+
City Clubs
Join us before the bus and we’ll have a live DJ setting the atmosphere for the night ahead.
FREE Pre-bar 8pm-11pm @ Brack Bar
A night to explore some of the best clubs in Nottingham City Centre. Your Freshers’ Team will will give you the low down on your destination venue.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
Included in Wristband+
Unplugged
Join us in Brack Bar to enjoy an evening of chilled live music. We’ll be providing some of the finest local talent, and the opportunity for you to perform yourself! Music starts at 8pm, Open Mic starts at 10pm.
Details: Tuesday 25th September @ The Orangery, 7pm-11pm
Included in Wristband+
Freshbook
Who cares about Facebook when you have Freshbook?! Grab your t-shirt from Brack Bar, write your status on the back and get networking as your Freshers’ Team take you on a tour of Southwell’s pubs & bars! We’ll be kicking the night off with a BBQ at Brack Bar from 4pm!
Details: Monday 24th September @Brack Bar, 4pm-late
£6 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Trent Army
This pre bar is the place to be before Trent Army! We’ll have face paints at the ready and a limited amount of exclusive Trent Army freebies up for grabs!
FREE Pre-bar 8pm-11pm @ Brack Bar
Tonight’s the night you become a fully-fledged member of the Trent Army! Face paint, dog tags and camo gear are a must. And don’t forget, T-R-E-N-T … we are the Trent Army!
Details: Sunday 23rd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£8 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Beach Party
All the excitement of house party pre drinks with the vibes of Brack Bar! Meet before the bus for some beach party give-a-ways and a live DJ playing the best tunes to set you up for the night ahead!
FREE Pre-bar 8pm @ Brack Bar
Move over David Hasslehoff … Trent knows how to throw the biggest beach party around! We’ll bring the beach, you bring fancy dress. Expect beach balls, 100s of inflatables and Trent’s rendition of Baywatch thrown in for good measure!
Details: Saturday 22nd September @ Various, 9:30pm-late
£8 on the door
Included in Wristband+
Kickstart
They say start as you mean to go on, so we’re kicking things off the right way with a club night at the one and only Brack Bar! Setting you up for the biggest and best week of your life, socialise with your new friends and start creating memories!
Details: Friday 21st September @Brack Bar, 9pm – late
£2 on the door
Included in Wristband+
• All the amazing benefits of Wristband + package 1.
• Totum – a student discount card that gives you access to exclusive deals and offers on everything from food to fashion across the city.
• Entry to the biggest event in a first year’s calendar – The Freshers’ Ball.
• An official premium quality NTU hoodie in a colour/ size of your choice.
• All the amazing benefits of Wristband+ package 1.
• An official, premium quality NTU hoodie in the colour/ size of your choice.
• All the amazing benefits of Wristband+ package 1.
• Discounted entry to the biggest event in a first year’s calendar – The Freshers’ Ball. Live music, special guests, DJs and official photographers are just some of what you can expect.
• All the amazing benefits of Wristband+ package 1.
• Totum – a student discount card that gives you access to exclusive deals and offers on everything from food to fashion around the UK.
More information about NUS Extra Cards and how they can help you save can be found here.
∙ Free entry to official NTSU Freshers Events (including the Silent Disco, Comedy Box and our legendary Trent Army night).
∙ Queue jump privileges for all official Freshers 2018 events.
∙Free coach travel from halls of residence to evening venues.*