The Best Student Experiences in the UK

The Best Student Experiences in the UK

Students within the UK, and those from other places looking to study abroad, will find themselves spoilt for choice in most cases when looking for a place to study. Since we’re fortunate enough to have one of the most respected and popular education systems in Europe (and indeed the world), it’s no wonder that universities are constantly competing for the best students to join their ranks.

Luckily, the Times Higher Education (THE) provides one of the most trusted annual ranking systems for universities in the UK, which makes it easier for students to choose. In fact, “student experience” is now valued increasingly highly as a factor for students selecting a place of study, sometimes even above things like quality of teaching and the variety of courses available. The ranking by THE for student experience, as voted for by 15,000 current students for the benefit of prospective undergraduates, has now been released annually for over a decade.

In 2016, Loughborough University finds itself at the top of the chart. Staff and lecturers are considered exceptional on average, social life is rated highly and the modern campus facilities also help secure the top spot. Student lets and accommodation in Loughborough are also very affordable and easily available within very close reach of both the university and the town’s main attractions. It’s a small but well-connected place that’s ideal for student life.…

England’s Favourite Leisure Activities In 2016

England’s Favourite Leisure Activities In 2016

Do you ever feel like you’re working too hard? Well, research back in 2014 claimed that people in the UK enjoy more leisure time than almost any other country in the world, second only to Norway. We’re not entirely convinced about this news, as it feels like we’re always hard at work, but perhaps that’s just us. However, we all do our best to make the most of that leisure time, however much we are able to get each day.

In fact, in a modern, fast-paced world there is almost a sense of urgency about making the most of any leisure time one can get. In the UK people have dramatically changed their habits over the last few decades when it comes to leisure time, increasingly spending their time doing activities that didn’t even exist a few years ago. Meanwhile, traditional pastimes are generally less popular and some are fading away altogether. Having said that, some of the most popular activities of all seem to be staying around for the long haul.

For example, the most popular use of English leisure time remains going out to eat.

eating-outWell over 90% of adults surveyed recently have done this in the last six month, and nearly half of the population do it at least once every month on average. British food is well and truly in fashion, and while large chain restaurants are always growing in popularity and taking up more space in our towns and cities, smaller pubs and eateries are certainly popular too.…

Unusual Museums To Visit In London

Unusual Museums To Visit In London

The Sherlock Holmes Museum

221b Baker Street, London is the famous address of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s fictional Victorian detective, Sherlock Holmes, but of course the address itself is very much real. In fact, thanks to its iconic status due to the popularity of the famous stories, the building has been granted special protected status and remains immaculately maintained as a museum dedicated to Sherlock Holmes.

Jack the Ripper Museum

In-keeping with the mystery/detective theme, the museum devoted to the history of Jack the Ripper is also well worth a visit when you’re in London. It reveals a huge amount of detail about crime in 1880s London, and not only can you explore re-created Victorian crime scenes inside the museum, but you can also take a guided tour of the real-life locations from Traders’ Gate at Tower Hill.…

Quirky English Cafes To Visit

Quirky English Cafes To Visit

Hurwundeki

This unusual mash-up of influences describes itself rather mysteriously as a “lifestyle space”. It takes the form of a restaurant serving traditional Korean food, a cafe/bakery offering fresh coffee and pastries, and a 1950s-inspired hair salon all wrapped into one. The concept is an experiment by stylist and director Ki Lee, who has since expanded the hairdressing business to a small chain, but the cafe keeps evolving too and is well worth a visit.

Ziferblat

Offering an unusual concept, this Russian cafe provides unlimited cups of tea as well as biscuits for customers no matter how long they stay – you just pay for the time you’re there. The fee is only a few pence per minute so you can pay hardly anything for a quick drink, and even if you stay for an hour or two you’re only spending a few pounds.…

5 Royal English Landmarks To Visit

5 Royal English Landmarks To Visit

For many tourists visiting England, the royal family represents a particularly interesting part of our history and culture. The legacy of the monarchy in the country goes back countless centuries and there is an enduring fascination with all things royal. Fortunately there are plenty of opportunities across the country to visit important landmarks and historical sites where you can learn more about the amazing characters that have ruled our country in the past, as well as our current Queen Elizabeth II.

The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace State Rooms

The Queen’s iconic London residence is of course the most recognisable and impressive royal landmarks in the country by most people’s reckoning. The State Rooms are the part of the palace that guests are allowed to visit today, although they are still in use for official ceremonies and occasions. There are nineteen State Rooms, mostly retaining the style they were given in the 1820s by King George IV (it was during this renovation that the building was transformed from merely Buckingham House into Buckingham Palace). In the State Rooms you’ll find stunning pieces of furniture and works of art from the Royal Collection, and be given a guided tour explaining the fascinating events that have taken place in each one.…

4 Underrated Places to Live in the UK

4 Underrated Places to Live in the UK

The UK is an excellent place to visit, and we’re always finding more reasons why, but what about places to live permanently? As with tourism, London is often the most popular answer, but the rest of the country has a lot to offer and it’s not just the most obvious places that give buyers and renters great value for money. Here are some of the most underrated cities in the UK that you might want to consider living in if you haven’t already.

Leicester

Right in the centre of the country, Leicester is only just outside the top 10 cities in the UK in terms of population. It made headlines in recent memory with the discovery of Richard III reigniting interest in the city’s history, but other than that remains relatively unknown to many in the UK, let alone those overseas. However, Leicester is actually one of the most culturally diverse cities in the UK and offers a lively and exciting atmosphere without the pressure of larger urban areas. It’s currently having more and more investment put into its development for the future, so now is a great time to look at buying or renting property in the area. With many large suburban areas unusually close to relaxing countryside villages, you might need the services of quality Leicester letting agents and estate agents to help you find the perfect property to rent. With reputable companies, you’re almost guaranteed to find something that suits your needs at an affordable price.

Useful Resources:
A guide to living in Leicester
Five most ‘desirable’ places to live in Leicestershire revealed…

The Best Barber Shops in London

The Best Barber Shops in London

This is the ultimate guide to The Best Barber Shops in London’s best and executive barber shops. These are the places to go to if you to look stylish whether for just a quick shave or some more extravagant and gentleman.

Drakes of London

This is the ultimate experience in male grooming. Drakes of London has over 10 years’ experience in offering the best and professional grooming and executive services. Drakes of London truly knows what the gentlemen in the Queens realm want and need. Boasting of a professionally trained and experienced staff, this renowned establishment will definitely offer you a memorable experience.

Some of the services in their London barber shop include traditional shaves, wet shave with the option of a complete re-style, new or existing hair re-colouring, massage, laser hair removal, waxing, and hand and foot beauty treatments. A modern barber shop on the ground floor and an executive male grooming salon on the spacious on the first floor, Drakes of London affords its clients, both new and existing, a quiet, spacious, private and modern men’s hair salon. Their services range is very pocket friendly with no compromise on quality. With a no appointment rule, this is the place to pop in to when you are looking for a great trim at no notice whatsoever. Located 200 yards from the Broadway Station in Fulham, Drakes of London is the premier male grooming salon and mens barber shop in the area.…

Organising a Stag Party in the UK

Organising a Stag Party in the UK

If you are on this page, most probably you are looking for information about a stag party and what goes into it because you have the responsibility of organising one.

Stag parties have been in existence since the 5th Century BC! The Spartans are believed to have been the first people who decided to make a celebration of the last night of a single man’s life. Stag parties have evolved over time and are no longer the kind of parties that you have experienced during the medieval days. A stag party also called a stag do or bachelor party is, and can be an awesome experience. A stag party is part of the whole wedding experience. If you are the one to organise a stag party, remember that always. Stag parties have the potential of breaking a marriage before the wedding is even over. However, stag parties can be a great time where the groom, his friends and family can have time to wind down and cool from the hectic pace of preparing for the wedding.

There are different stag party traditions all over. The key factors that make stag parties different is the duration of the stag party, the venue, cost, who attends and how crazy is the stag party going to be. Again remember a stag night or weekend can be a very fulfilling and satisfying experience. Every party requires that you take pen and paper and prepare it. Otherwise, you will forget and overlook some key factors that need to be in the party. The following are some of the things to think about and when planning a stag party in the UK.

1. T-shirts

Nothing makes a stag party or weekend fun like all the guys wearing the same t shirt that is tailor made for the groom. In fact, dressing up is a central theme in stag parties. You can have your t-shirts tailor made to fit your specific stag party needs. The prices are generally low, and a stag party t-shirt is also a great memento.…

Top UK Wedding Boutiques

Top UK Wedding Boutiques

It is important that your wedding day must be glamorous. This begins with getting the best service providers. Below are some of the top end, high society Wedding Boutiques. They have been clustered in relation to the type of service the offer.

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Lalage Beaumont

Location: Knightsbridge, London
Lalage Beaumont is an exclusive British womenswear boutique based in London. They specialise in designer mother of the bride & groom wedding dresses and outfits. This is definitely one of the premier wedding shops in the area. The boutique that carries the name of the designer has a wide variety of elegant mother of the bride coats, silk dresses, hats, jackets, and suits that are modern, non-fussy, and classically chic. Lalage Beaumont is an internationally sought after designer who you definitely would want to dress your mother or your future mother-in-law in to look and dress the part.…

UK Festivals & Festival Fashion Trends

UK Festivals & Festival Fashion Trends

Festivals are now more popular than ever with new smaller sites setting up locally, and with the new festivals come new festival goers. Undaunted by the thought of camping, not showering, and the party style behaviour that many display at festivals, thousands of people head off each year to experience some of the best popular music that the world has to offer.

Mostly these festivals take place over a weekend so people camp in tents in nearby fields so that they can be at the front of the queue for the headline acts. There are also other activities at many festivals such as fair ground rides and stalls selling food and mementos. Because they are such big events, people dress up and the festival scene has developed its own fashion led by the many celebrities that attend.

With Festival season fast approaching, headline acts announced and tickets on sale, now is the perfect time to start planning your summer 2016 festival wardrobe! It doesn’t matter what find of festival you’ll be attending, you’ll be able to find inspiration for your festival-wear at sites such as Wild Thing, a dedicated online store offering clothing and accessories by some of the UK’s most popular festival brands.…