Hobbies for Birmingham Students

You may not have already realised this-especially if you are not starting as a student in Birmingham until the next academic year- but Birmingham is a great place for pursuing hobbies and things of interest. It's also great for discovering new hobbies and interests! Looking ahead to your coming student year, pursuing these hobbies could be just what you need to give you an enjoyable break from all of the studying, in addition to helping you make new friends and build confidence.

Sports
If you are purely a spectator of sports, then Birmingham is the place to be. Home to a number of football teams, there is ample opportunity to catch a game here, and there's more here than just football. Athletics, for example, is a big part of the city's sports scene, a glimpse of which can be caught during one of the various athletic events held at places like Alexander stadium at various points within the year. You will also discover the Nature Valley Classic Tennis Tournament in Brum which takes place at the Edgbaston Priory Club, which is right by England's famous Edgbaston Cricket Ground- a historic venue where you will have the chance to see a selection of top-notch matches being played.

But if you're an active individual who likes to get involved in sports directly, you'll like Birmingham as well. From having a kick-about with your mates at one of the many parks dotted around the city to a whole range of sporting activities at Birmingham Sports Centre which includes a climbing wall which you can have a go at for a special student taster session price of just £6! With swimming baths, go-karting tracks and other sports facilities scattered across the city, there is no doubt that if playing sport is what you like to do in your spare time or simply want to try being more active and have fun whilst doing it, that Birmingham is definitely good for you.

Music

Whether you are an avid gig-goer or a budding Kurt Cobain, Birmingham is simply ideal for music lovers. Birmingham is home to a rich history of musical growth and is currently buzzing with activity generated by the stream of artists and bands that have lit-up this city with their eclectic output. Whether you treat yourself to sold-out big-name arena concerts at venues such as Arena Birmingham and the Genting Arena or attend the much more affordable low-key gigs in smaller venues around the city, or even if you decide to develop your own burgeoning talent at an open-mic night, for example, Birmingham is for you.

Games
Ensuring that your passion for games is not left-out, Birmingham City Centre has its own Games Workshop, which provides ample space for a great gaming session with you and your friends. Offering full-size game set-ups and play with full-sets for no charge, this may be one to keep in mind. Another to maybe keep in mind is Wayland's Forge. Housed inside the Custard Factory on Gibb Street, Digbeth, Wayland's Forge is a games shop that may seem hidden away. Venture inside though and you will discover a game shop with a massive selection of games for you. It hosts its own events, too.

Volunteering
Maybe this one has never crossed your mind, but imagine doing something with your free-time that is not only interesting but can make a positive difference to someone else's life as well. This is potentially what you can gain from doing a bit of volunteering.

In Birmingham, there are certainly a good amount of chances to give this a go. For students of the University of Birmingham, there are plenty of ways to get involved, with some of the opportunities based within the uni' itself. Other than that, checking out the website of the Birmingham Voluntary Service Council should give you some ideas. The BVSC lend their support to voluntary groups, volunteers and the civil society and have vacancies covering areas as diverse as conservation and youth work, administration and sports.

Unihousing Accommodation and Summer Lets

As we are now in the midst of summer, it is an ideal time for you to contemplate one of Unihousing's summer lets. Unihousing's Birmingham student accommodation will not be made available until later on in the year, but for now, an array of high-standard summer lets are on offer for affordable prices to suit a range of budgets. Unihousing's summer lets in the Selly Oak area are equipped with all the furnishings required for comfortable and convenient living on a daily basis. These properties are also double glazed and central heated. And with their excellent locations, this accommodation places you within a short distance from the amenities and nightlife of Selly Oak, as well as public transport to take you to the City Centre and elsewhere.

Get in touch with Unihousing today to find out what we can do for you!

Time To Find a unique Birmingham Summer Let

Aside from the impressive standard of their accommodation, the situation of Unihousing's properties gives them huge appeal. For those not so familiar with the area of Selly Oak, it is worth taking the time now to make yourself aware of just how advantageous it is to be renting accommodation here.

For Birmingham students, Unihousing's student accommodation is surely a must-see when it comes to securing accommodation in time for the beginning of the new academic year. At this time however, Unihousing are making these properties available for summer lets only, giving an opportunity for you as well as other potential tenants to spend their summer here and enjoy the various delights that a break in Birmingham can offer you.

Summer Lets with Unihousing

The selection of summer lets that Unihousing are able to provide encompasses both studios and houses. Whatever your circumstances are and whether it's a house to share with others or a studio just for yourself that is required, it is the all-around high-level of quality of Unihousing's summer lets that make them so suitable for all manner of potential tenants.


Unihousing's Birmingham studios and houses have been planned and prepared to perfectly satisfy those looking for accommodation that is both functional and comfortable on a day-to-day basis. They are equipped with full furnishings, convenient kitchen/kitchen-style areas and spacious rooms. All properties are double glazed and central heated. Other additions such as fridge freezers, washing machines and lawnmowers can usually be found in these properties, while the price of rent will in most cases include the cost of utility bills and internet as well.

Selly Oak

To elevate the attraction of these Unihousing summer lets in Selly Oak even further is the fact that their location is such a positive feature of the overall package of renting here. To start with, everything that you as a potential tenant really need, or need to get to is just a stone's throw away. Just by taking a short walk from your front door you can gain access to shops and supermarkets as well as pharmacies, hairdressers and a grand selection of takeaway for a quick meal when you have nothing waiting for you in the fridge.

Selly Oak is so practical in this way, it is also a place that offers a great deal of enjoyment as well, and all at an easy distance from your Unihousing accommodation. Take a little wander and you will discover pubs such as The Goose and The S'Oak, along with clubs like Circo and The Indie Lounge pulsating with their heady mixture of lively music and well-priced drinks. There are also some great restaurants to choose from in Selly Oak, each offering different, delicious meals throughout the week.

Getting Connected

Something else that should definitely not be overlooked when it comes to being in Selly Oak is its ability to make seeing other parts of Birmingham so easy. Selly Oak is close to other Birmingham towns such as Kings Heath, Harborne and Moseley, meaning that getting out for the day and seeing what else may be of interest to you is simple and convenient. Travelling in and out of Selly Oak is facilitated by its regular and affordable public transport links. Choosing to take the train from Selly Oak train station, for example, will carry you straight into New Street station and Grand Central, right in the heart of Birmingham City Centre.

It is here in the vibrant City Centre of Birmingham that the opportunities for finding things to see and do just leap-out at you. These opportunities range from the more cultural and artistic like the Ikon Gallery and the Electric Cinema- Britain's oldest working cinema, to the commercial buzz of the Bullring shopping centre. Alternatively, you could go and have a game of bowling at Broadway Plaza, try some Go Karting at Teamworks Karting, which is just a few minutes walk from New Street, or experience the fun and bizarre amusement of a round of Ghetto Golf at the Custard Factory in Digbeth. You may opt to spend a few educational hours at the National Sea Life Centre, or you may prefer to have a leisurely stroll around the city, taking in views of the architecture before ending up at one of the many fabulous restaurants to be found here.

The Next Step

Now is a great time to opt for a summer let with Unihousing. Whatever your requirements are for Birmingham accommodation, a Selly Oak studio or house with Unihousing is an ideal way to ensure that you have both high-standard housing in Birmingham over this summer period as well as a base from which to explore this vastly exciting and rewarding city.

Get in touch with Unihousing today to find out what we can do for you!!

The Appeal of Unihousing Summer Lets

Birmingham is a lovely place to spend your summer months, especially in the sunny weather we've been having. Whether you are an international student who is choosing to remain in Birmingham during the summer, a student who has decided to stay in the city at the close of the academic year, or are parents or relatives visiting the West Midlands, you need accommodation that meets your requirements.

And this is where Unihousing summer lets come in. Birmingham summer lets made available through Unihousing place you in Selly Oak, a terrific part of Birmingham to be renting a summer let for a number of reasons. Plus, Birmingham itself is of course, a really diverse, stimulating and entertaining city to spend some time in any way, which also provides optimum access to other places of interest. Add to this the fact that Unihousing's summer let accommodation boasts pleasingly high-standards and can be yours for a reasonable price and it's easy to see why Selly Oak-based letting agents Unihousing are such an appealing option for anyone who has their sights set on staying in Birmingham over the summer period.

Our Accommodation

Taking-up a summer let with Unihousing is a terrific opportunity, with the standard of accommodation provided by these registered lettings agents is sure to meet your approval. If you choose to go with Unihousing for one of their summer lets, you have two options: either a house or a studio.

Take one step inside one of our summer let houses and you will be met by the pleasing amount of space that one of these properties offer you. In most cases, the living room areas are bolstered by the inclusion of a TV, great for lazy evenings in watching your favourite programs, and for preparing your own meals, kitchens are also included. Go upstairs and you will come across the bedrooms; which are presentable and spacious.

Some bedrooms are even en-suite, and for those properties that do not have this appealing feature, fitted bathroom or stylish shower/wet rooms are incorporated for your everyday convenience. These properties are fully furnished, double glazed and laminated throughout, and along with their obvious value for money, some are available with a price of rent which also includes utility bills and internet.

Your alternative option is a studio. With this type of accommodation, you are guaranteed a much quieter and simplified tenancy on a day-to-day basis. With a studio, everything except the bathroom is laid-out in front you, making it ideal for those who wish to breeze in-and-out frequently of their summer let, in between frequent trips-out and late nights on the town with friends. Despite their obvious simplicity, these accommodations are not without the typical level of Unihousing quality: generously sized open plan living/sleeping areas, impressive kitchen areas, double glazing, central heating and full furnishings are all part of the package with our studios, and are all part of what makes the summer let experience with us so worthwhile.

Staying Busy in Selly Oak

As mentioned earlier, Selly Oak is a Birmingham town that helps make for a very rewarding spell spent renting accommodation in Birmingham. It is a busy area that is lined with a number of shops and stores. Easy to get to from the situation of Unihousing's summer lets, these Selly Oak shops and stores are able to ensure that your needs for essential items such as food and toiletries are taken care of. Selly Oak also features a pharmacy, hairdressers, barbers and more.

Putting aside all of the necessary amenities that this area offers you, Selly Oak is also a brilliant place for simply having a good time. To start with, it is stuffed with a number of pubs, each with their own unique character and sense of fun to be found when you are in the mood for a nice beverage or a lovely plate of food for a good price. Wander down when the World Cup 2018 matches are on and get the best seat in the house for all of the action, or head-down with a few mates to have a chat over a round of drinks accompanied by something tasty to tuck in to.

Quality Cuisine and Trips Out

For something a little fancier when it comes to getting a bite to eat, Selly Oak and nearby towns such as Stirchley are home to a selection of restaurants that are more than capable of leaving all customers satisfied. This restaurant range from the more mainstream Frankie & Benny's to the Middle-Eastern style Paprika Grill House and, for the true taste of Birmingham, a collection of mouth-watering balti houses.

Another way in which a Selly Oak summer let enables you to embark on an enjoyable, rewarding break over the summer period is by giving pretty straightforward access to a variety of other locations that are well-worth a visit. Some of these locations are simply a short drive or bus ride from Selly Oak. Kings Heath is one example of these places, and it is somewhere that entices through its combination of independent bohemian charm and high-street efficiency.

Getting Out There

Take the local train to New Street station though, and your options only increase. From here you could quite easily take a quick walk to the delightfully old-fashioned Moor Street station which will convey you to Stratford-upon-Avon, where you can take a stroll around this truly historic part of the country and find out more about its Shakespearean roots. You could maybe even catch an RSC show for yourself, or, on a sunny day, simply get yourself an ice cream and have a leisurely wander through the park.

What's good about Birmingham is that it allows you to easily get to other places like London, Manchester and Liverpool. It's a city that has an accessible central situation relative to the overall length and breadth of the UK, meaning that exploring the country a little more and discovering a whole range of attractions to enrich your time here over the summer is not only simple and convenient but affordable, too.

The Sensible Choice

Unihousing are the people to head-to when you are in need of a summer let. For this current summer season, Unihousing offers a number of properties that provide you with exactly the kind of features that are necessary for creating a comfortable and convenient renting experience over these warmer months. Whether you opt for a house or studio, Unihousing's high-standard properties and their superb locations are ideally tailored towards your needs and wants during this summer period.

Get in touch with Unihousing today to discover what we can do for you!

Starting the Summer

No one out there can really predict the weather, so making the most of the nice weather is an opportunity not to be missed. You've done the exams, you've studied hard and now's your chance to relax.

Before you head off though, here are a few things to think about during the summer months.

Money

Of course, you want to just chill-out and enjoy yourself, but there's no getting away from the fact that money can become a little scarce over this period. With that in mind, it might be a good idea to start thinking ahead as to how you can manage the money you've got over the summer break. If you're planning to live with your parents during the summer period, you will be saving yourself some cash. Whatever your plans are, there are things to give some thought to, like budgeting and perhaps finding a part-time job that could alleviate some of the financial constraints that you might run into over the summer.

Barbecues

When we think of summer, we usually think barbecue. Whether with friends or family, a barbecue can be a fun occasion and a totally delicious dinner. And, to help make your barbecue a little different or to add something extra special, there is a decent amount of info' on the internet about barbecue recipes.

Whatever it is that you choose to do with your barbecue, be sure to be safe:
-Make sure that all frozen meat is completely thawed out prior to being used on the barbecue.

-All perishable ingredients should be kept inside the fridge until ready to be served.

-Wash your hands before handling food and after handling raw meat and fish.

-Don't use plates that have had raw meat or fish on them for ready-to-eat foods, and avoid using cooking utensils for both raw and ready-to-eat foods.

-Get the barbecue to the right temperature before you begin cooking.

-Turn the meat during cooking so that it cooks thoroughly. While you can be less cautious about steaks and lamb chops, you need to be sure that all meats- especially sausages, pork, burgers and chicken- are cooked throughout, and give fish a thorough cooking, too.

-Avoid trailing raw meat and fish overcooked meat and fish that has been cooked, and do not use marinade that is left-over as a sauce.

-Choose a shady place for your food and don't leave food in direct sunlight. Food should not be left out for more than two hours. Also, if you have any left-overs, throwing them away is usually the safest thing to do.

-Also, don't forget to be mindful of standard fire safety principles when it comes to barbecuing.

Sun Cream/Spray

Whilst this may sound more than a little ridiculous, remembering some kind of protection for your skin is important. Whether it's sun cream or the kind that can be sprayed from a bottle, it will stop you from getting burnt. Apart from this being something that's going to guard you against potentially serious skin problems, it will also eliminate the discomfort that comes with sunburn, and means you won't have to keep rubbing on all of that Aftersun lotion.

Planning Ahead

Probably the last thing you want to think about now or over the course of the summer break, but wouldn't be a bad idea, is planning to go back to uni. Ensuring that you have all of the necessary equipment for the course is important, as is making sure you have all of your finances sorted out.

Another aspect of making plans for starting the new academic year that can't be overlooked is getting your student accommodation ready. On the subject of student accommodation, there are a few things to think about. Firstly, you might want to ask yourself whether you are happy staying where you currently are. There are various options out there when it comes to student accommodation, and it might be that there is something available that suits you better than what you have been previously living in. You might find a property that offers all-around better value for money as well as an improved location- giving you a superior student living standard overall.

Birmingham students looking to go back to uni' after the summer are able to seek help finding accommodation from Unihousing. Based in Selly Oak, Birmingham, Unihousing are registered lettings agents who specialise in offering student houses and studios with standards as pleasing as the reasonable prices that they are on offer for.

Unihousing's impressive properties feature ample space inside along with the kind of furnishings that are ideal for comfortable modern-day student living and boast excellent Selly Oak locations, placing students near to the University of Birmingham Edgbaston campus as well as public transport links and the amenities and nightlife that Selly Oak provides.

Unihousing's student properties are currently available as Summer Lets only!!

So get in touch with Unihousing today to find out what we can do for you!!