The late-night sector has been struggling for the last few years. With COVID and the cost of living hitting the nightlife industry extremely hard, here are some things to consider. Which bars and clubs across the UK are closing down and why? Since the COVID-19 lockdown, in March 2020, the entertainment industry has taken a […]
Just Trop It: Newcastle’s Biggest Club Night Set to Expand
Loosedays, the company behind the latest sell-out sensation, Tropiloco, expands to other major cities in the UK in response to unprecedented demand. The Tropiloco event, exclusively managed by Loosedays, has announced plans to expand its highly successful student night. The event, which has sold out consistently for nearly 8 months, has established itself as a […]
Cheap and Cheerful Trebs: But at What Cost? Rethinking Newcastle’s Harmful Drinking Habits
Is it time to start sipping more sensibly? Partying, drinking, trebles, students, and nightlife is some of the lexis that people initially tend to associate with the city of Newcastle. But has the reputation of drinking in Newcastle finally reached a stand still? The vibrant student city has built up quite a distinct reputation over […]
Tackling Toxicity: Drinking Debates Sparked After Newcastle Women’s Rugby Member Withdraws Due to Alcohol Worries
A committee member of the Newcastle Women’s Rugby Football Club steps down, due to the heavy levels of drinking involved. In October of this year, a Newcastle University student, who was actively on the Women’s Rugby committee, decided to take a step back from their role within the team. This decision is said to have […]
Thrifty Tips: How to stretch your student budget on nightlife in Newcastle
One small step closer to being able to afford to turn on the heating. Budgeting as a student is already humbling enough as it is, never mind the cost of living crisis. With some of these tips and tricks, you can hopefully save yourself some extra money, even though you’ll probably end up spending it […]
10 Things You Can Do in Newcastle That Don’t Involve Drinking
Fancy a dip in the sea? Just because Newcastle is most known for its enthusiasm for drinking doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the rest it has to offer. Here are 10 things you can do, without risking a hangover. Located just by St. James’ Park, The Dispensary has plenty of delicious food and drink options […]
A Fresher’s dream: The ultimate guide to enjoying Newcastle
The joys of discovering 3 for £9 trebs You’ve already done the hard part, well done. Freshly moved into your new accommodation in a new city (arguably the best) and slowly adjusting to your new life as a university student in Newcastle. Here’s a simple guide to a memorable, depending on how many trebs you […]
A Bit About Me
Hello and welcome to my page! I am Emily Coggins, a lover of all things fun and spontaneous (especially if there’s good music involved). I am currently a second year Journalism, Media & Culture student at Newcastle University from the charming city of Leeds, in West Yorkshire. With a passion for socialising, I intend to […]