Looking to meet people without the awkward small talk? Speed Mates is your go-to social event to kick off the term - think speed dating, but strictly for friendship. 

Join us for a fun, low-pressure evening of quickfire chats, laughs, and genuine connections. You’ll rotate through short 1-1 conversations with other students, guided by a friendly host (Josh, President Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business) and some light-hearted icebreakers. Whether you come solo or with flatmates, you’ll leave with new mates and great memories. 
 

🎉 What’s included:

• A free drink on arrival (alcoholic and non-alcoholic available - there is no pressure to drink)
• Name tags, prompt cards and good vibes 
• Icebreaker games to get the room buzzing 
• Structured speed-friending rounds with four minute chats 
• A break to refresh, then more rounds 
• Open mingling with music to end the night 
   

👥 Who’s it for? 

• First years looking to meet people 
• Returning students wanting to expand their circle 
• Anyone who wants to make friends without the pressure 
   

Fast chats. New mates. Zero cringe. Let’s make campus feel like home - one conversation at a time. 

🎟️ £3 + booking fee in advance  
🕺 Arrive from 7pm for a 7:30pm start 

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