Christmas | Student News and Events

Festive Greetings

As we approach the festive break, I would like to wish all those who celebrate a very merry Christmas, and a peaceful and relaxing holiday for all.

Opening hours over the Christmas break

Due to the rising costs of energy the University will be closing some of it buildings earlier in the build-up to the Christmas holidays as a way to significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Things to do in Brighton over the festive period – 2022

If you are in Brighton or Eastbourne over the festive period, check out some of the fun events happening around the city and at the university, put together by our residential wellbeing team.

Your support network during Christmas closure 23 Dec – 2 Jan

With the university being closed from Friday 23 Dec 2022 and re-opening Tuesday 3 Jan 2023, there are a wide range of external agencies and organisations that we work with during term-time who remain open to you during this period. We have put together this simple guide to outline the full range of different wellbeing support options and activities available from both the University and external services.

Opening hours over the Christmas break

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, make sure you check our openings hours for December and January before you head off for the break. Remember, if you are travelling please follow the guidance on testing before you leave, and again in January before you return.

Your support network during Christmas closure 23 Dec – 3 Jan

We have put together this simple guide to outline the full range of different wellbeing support options and activities available from both the University and external services.

Christmas 2021 events happening in and around Brighton & Eastbourne

Christmas is a time for coming together with your community. Here’s a range of activitiestaking place around Brighton during this festive time. Please check the event’s own website closer to the time for up to date information.

Book your Christmas lunch on a campus Food Hub near you – 7 December

We’re hosting our Christmas lunch at our Food Hub restaurants on all four campuses on Tuesday 7 December between 11am and 2pm. The full Christmas lunch, which is available for just under £10 per person, consists of a main and a dessert (with a vegan option available).

Wishing you a peaceful holiday and a happy 2020

Festive message from Professor Debra Humphris

Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Debra Humphris has a special festive message for you in a recorded video

University and community-based events for the Christmas holiday

Christmas is a time for coming together with your community. Find out about some local socially distanced and virtual activities taking place over the holidays.