Ambleside Campus
Non-Academic Welcome Week Events
Welcome!
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the University of Cumbria’s Ambleside campus, your new home in the heart of the Lake District. Welcome Week is your chance to settle in, meet your tutors and classmates, and explore everything our unique campus has to offer. From guided campus tours and course introductions to social events like the UCSU Welcome Fair, movie nights, and outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone. Whether you're joining us for Outdoor Leadership, Ecology, Forestry, or another exciting programme, this week is designed to help you feel at home and ready to start your university journey. Be sure to check the timetable and join in the fun!
SUNDAY 14th SEPTEMBER
* 9:00am - 6:00pm - Check in Sunday (Accommodation)
* 9:00am - 3:00pm - Students’ Union (UCSU) - Hey, Hi, Hello! - Tea, Coffee & Cake (Free Event). Located at Fairfield Halls of Residence (Rydal Road)
* 5:00pm - 6:00pm - Compulsory Welcome Talk (Accommodation Only). Located at Percival Lecture Theatre
* 6:00pm - 9:00pm - Students' Union (UCSU) - Welcome Street Food. The Barn
MONDAY 15th SEPTEMBER
* 8:30am - 10:00am - UCSU Breakfast On Us (Free Event) - Rigg Cottage
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Barn. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team
* 2:00pm - 3:00pm & 4:00pm - 5:00pm - International Student Drop In (Student Enquiry Point Desk)
* 4:00pm - Introduction to Student Services Webinar - Online
TUESDAY 16th SEPTEMBER
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Barn. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - International Student Drop In (Student Enquiry Point Desk)
* 7:00pm - 8:00pm - Disability Services Webinar - Find out what support is available. - Online
WEDNESDAY 17th SEPTEMBER
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Barn. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - International Student Drop In (Student Enquiry Point Desk)
* 1:30pm - 3:30pm - UCSU Welcome Fair (Free Event) - The Barn
* 3:00pm - Money Advice Webinar - Speak to an Advisor - Online
* 3:00pm - 5:00pm - Campus BBQ (Free Event) For Ambleside, Barrow and PCSM Students - Outside The Barn
* 7:30pm - 10:00pm - Welcome Party - The Struggle Bar (Campus Bar)
THURSDAY 18th SEPTEMBER
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Barn. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - International Student Drop In (Student Enquiry Point Desk)
FRIDAY 19th SEPTEMBER
* 12:00pm - 2:00pm - Crafternoon Activity (Meet Student Services) - The Barn. Come along and join in with some craft activities and meet the student services team
* 2:00pm - Introduction to Student Services Webinar - Online
* 4:00pm - Onwards - Rounders Game - Ambleside Rugby Club (Galava Park, Borrans Road)
MONDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER
* 11:30am - 1:00pm - Students' Union (UCSU) Lunch is on us (Free Event) - The Barn
WEDNESDAY 24th SEPTEMBER
* 1:30pm - 3:00pm - Students' Union (UCSU) Run, Sprint, Chaos Colour Run - Donkins Hill