Go Local

Services in Bristol

The quickest way to find everything a student living in student accommodation in Bristol might need, whether it’s a cheap takeaway, a taxi into town or a book for your university course. Go Local points you in the direction of student services in and around Bristol and UWE, Bristol.

Got something to add? Suggest a student service.

• The Students' Union - Find out what the Students' Union can do for you - [link]
• Check out the latest for tips and advice from the SU team  - [link]
• Watch the brand new mini Private Accommodation Podcast from Clare Clark  - [link]
• The UWE Advice centre also provides general accommodation advice and guidance  - [link]
• Local council  - [link]
• Local citizens advice bureau - [link]
• Local fire service - [link]
• NHS - [link]
• Trains - [link]
• Buses - [link]

Living Sustainably in Bristol

There are lots of easy steps you can take to reduce your impact on the environment

Food waste can easily be reduced:

• Check out these zero waste shops in Bristol listed in this article - [link]

• Leftover food can be composted, visit the Bristol city council site to request a compost bin and caddy. - [link]

Try to reuse, repair, and recycle:

• You can donate your preloved items to others who may need them via charities, Facebook groups, Gumtree, and Freecycle.

• For good quality second-hand furniture, appliances, and homewares visit SOFA. SOFA has been Shifting Old Furniture Around in Bristol for over 40 years! - [link]

• Visit pre-loved shops? Check out this Visit Bristol blog! - [link]

• If you are not sure if you can recycle an item you can look it up on the Bristol City Council site. - [link]

• Find out more about Bins and Recycling at Bristol city council. - [link]

Want to know more?

• Why not join the Green Team at the Students' Union. - [link]

Do you have any suggestions to add to this? We would love to hear from you, just email team@studentpad.com.