With the first semester of university fast approaching, students new and old will be preparing for the endless nights of socialising and drinking. Whether it’s to reunite with friends you haven’t seen all summer, or get to know your new accommodation flatmates, a good night out is what’s needed. We found some of the best places in Huddersfield to go for a night out.
Carousel
If you are looking for an exciting day or night out with fun cocktails, street food and even arcade games, Carousel is the perfect location for you. Found in the town centre, it’s only a short walk from the university campus and surrounded by Huddersfield’s nightlife. Enjoy some innovative cocktails garnished with cotton candy bubbles, chocolate sauce and other sweet treats. Go a step further and learn how to make the cocktails yourself at a masterclass from only £24.95 per person – a perfect way for freshers to bond with their new flatmates!
Arcade Beers
For a more cosy and relaxed vibe, head over to the Byram Arcade where you’ll find Arcade Beers. With a wide variety of nationally and internationally brewed craft beers in cans and bottles, there will be a beer and a flavour that everyone can enjoy. This is the perfect location for footy lovers as games are often available to watch whilst you enjoy your beer, as well as music listening parties for music lovers where you can discover something new.
Bar Maroc
Found on New Street is a great chilled night out spot for all pizza lovers. Bar Maroc is a location renowned for their cocktails and their pizza. As well as delicious cocktails there is also beer, Moroccan mint tea and much more on offer. Their build-your-own pizzas are perfect to prepare yourself for a long night of drinking, with veggie and vegan options available. Deals on pizzas and cocktails are often available making it a perfect money saving spot for students.
Williams Beer & Gin House
Huddersfield’s newest craft beer and gin house has a menu so varied even the fussiest of drinkers can find something they love. Their menu includes a selection of over 80 different gins, 16 different cask and draft beers as well as a cocktail and wine menu. Enjoy your nights with student friendly prices and save your money with their 2 for £12 classic cocktail deal that’s too good to resist.
The Brick Works
Calling all music lovers to The Brick Works for a night of live music, great atmosphere and amazing cocktails. It is a great location for a relaxed night of drinking and catching up, as well a great place to let loose. Located right in the heart of the town centre, it is easily accessible and not too far from the university campus. The prices are student friendly with every Wednesday being student night with live music, guest DJs, and 25% off as long as you have your NUS card.
The night out doesn’t need to end here for students with a variety of fun and cheap clubs open to keep the partying going. Camel club, Maverick’s 80s lounge and Cleopatra’s Lounge are a few of the clubs loved by students for their music, atmosphere and drinks.
Get there by bus! Download the First Bus App to plan your journey and buy your tickets.
Images: Williams Beer & Gin House, Carousel Huddersfield, Arcade Beers
