I'm applying too! What are you applying for?
Also I don't live too far away (Cambridge) so I've been to Norwich a few times, it's a really nice city, not as exciting as places like London but I like it anyway. I've also heard good things from students I was talking to on the open day.
What's the nightlife like? - From what I've heard it's decent but not as good as London etc
The shops? - They have plenty of shops for whatever you need
Is there a cinema? - Yes
What is there to do in Norwich? - As much as there is to do in most cities around the UK.
Is it an expensive place?? - Not particularly, no
How big is it? - It's not huge, but it's not tiny.
Sorry my answers were a bit vague, but there you go. That's all I've got on Norwich.
Also I don't live too far away (Cambridge) so I've been to Norwich a few times, it's a really nice city, not as exciting as places like London but I like it anyway. I've also heard good things from students I was talking to on the open day.
What's the nightlife like? - From what I've heard it's decent but not as good as London etc
The shops? - They have plenty of shops for whatever you need
Is there a cinema? - Yes
What is there to do in Norwich? - As much as there is to do in most cities around the UK.
Is it an expensive place?? - Not particularly, no
How big is it? - It's not huge, but it's not tiny.
Sorry my answers were a bit vague, but there you go. That's all I've got on Norwich.
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Original post by Buxtonwater
Also I don't live too far away (Cambridge) so I've been to Norwich a few times, it's a really nice city, not as exciting as places like London but I like it anyway. I've also heard good things from students I was talking to on the open day.
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Original post by Sar_Grant
Hey thanks for the info 
Aw awesome! I'm applying for Literature.. wbu?
Aw awesome! I'm applying for Literature.. wbu?
Law, I don't know if you saw their Law building but it was hidden away at the back of the campus and it was just amazing.
I was also speaking to my Economics teacher about UEA and he's had a couple of students that have gone there and they have all given it fantastic reviews, I haven't found a bad review of it yet either. It looks like a fantastic place to study and it's moving up rapidly in the rankings.
Original post by Buxtonwater
Law, I don't know if you saw their Law building but it was hidden away at the back of the campus and it was just amazing.
I was also speaking to my Economics teacher about UEA and he's had a couple of students that have gone there and they have all given it fantastic reviews, I haven't found a bad review of it yet either. It looks like a fantastic place to study and it's moving up rapidly in the rankings.
I was also speaking to my Economics teacher about UEA and he's had a couple of students that have gone there and they have all given it fantastic reviews, I haven't found a bad review of it yet either. It looks like a fantastic place to study and it's moving up rapidly in the rankings.
I did! It looked great
i was pretty impressed Where else are you applying?
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Original post by Sar_Grant
I did! It looked great i was pretty impressed with the English dept too! I guess my only problem with uea is that its so hard to get into (my course asks for A's which i'll try and get.. but i often freak out in exams haha :/)
And yep same I've only heard good things! People at the open day were really friendly - looks like a good place to be !
Where else are you applying?
i was pretty impressed with the English dept too! I guess my only problem with uea is that its so hard to get into (my course asks for A's which i'll try and get.. but i often freak out in exams haha :/)And yep same I've only heard good things! People at the open day were really friendly - looks like a good place to be !
Where else are you applying?
UEA's the only one I'm definitely applying to so far, but I also really enjoyed Birmingham, York and Reading. I'm also off to Belfast soon to have a look at Queens Belfast which looks really nice. What about you?
My whole extended family lives in Norwich so I visit there often.
The nightlife is very good, there are plenty of clubs & bars.
The selection of shops is large from the usual high street stores ( there's 3 malls) to specialist/boutique shops.
There are several cinemas in Norwich.
Norwich is a very historic city it has a large 2 large cathedrals (1 RC), a castle, theatre, river, watersports, parks, cinemas, festivals @ the showground, the usual for a medium sized city.
No it's not a particularly expensive place to live.
Yes it is quite a large city with plenty of things going on-you won't get bored, but it isn't ginormous. It is about the same size as Southampton, Brighton e.t.c
If you have any other questions I would be happy to answer them
The nightlife is very good, there are plenty of clubs & bars.
The selection of shops is large from the usual high street stores ( there's 3 malls) to specialist/boutique shops.
There are several cinemas in Norwich.
Norwich is a very historic city it has a large 2 large cathedrals (1 RC), a castle, theatre, river, watersports, parks, cinemas, festivals @ the showground, the usual for a medium sized city.
No it's not a particularly expensive place to live.
Yes it is quite a large city with plenty of things going on-you won't get bored, but it isn't ginormous. It is about the same size as Southampton, Brighton e.t.c
If you have any other questions I would be happy to answer them
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Original post by Sar_Grant
Hey, so I'm applying to uea this year.. i've visited an open day and i liked the uni
Unfortunately as we live so far away.. i could not look around Norwich 
I want to know all about it, so know I'm making the right choice 
Basically im from a small town.. bit boring not much to do. In a university city i guess I'm looking for a vibrant place... not HUGE HUGE but with enough to do so i'm not bored :L
So... my questions areee...
What's the nightlife like?
The shops?
Is there a cinema?
What is there to do in Norwich?
Is it an expensive place??
How big is it?
Thankssomuch 
Unfortunately as we live so far away.. i could not look around Norwich 
I want to know all about it, so know I'm making the right choice 
Basically im from a small town.. bit boring not much to do. In a university city i guess I'm looking for a vibrant place... not HUGE HUGE but with enough to do so i'm not bored :L
So... my questions areee...
What's the nightlife like?
The shops?
Is there a cinema?
What is there to do in Norwich?
Is it an expensive place??
How big is it?
Thankssomuch 
Definitley enough to do in Norwich. And I come from London!
1) Nighlife- not bad for a small city, we've got 4 big clubs and various smaller ones along with many pubs and bars.
2) Shops- all the ones you would expect in a city plus some nice independents- there are two shopping centres and retail parks
3) Three cinemas in town plus numerous film screenings on campus (sometimes old films, sometimes newer ones)
4) Well aside from shopping, watching films, clubbing, going to the pub you can go to gigs either on campus or at the waterfront, go to one of the many restaurants, as a student take part in a university society or sports club, take a bus or train to the seaside (30-40 mins), go bowling.
5) Not particularly- compared to the north it might be but a lot cheaper than the south
Original post by Sar_Grant
Aw they sound good!;
Im applying to Kent, Lancaster Uea Chester and idk about a 5th..:')
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I visited Kent on the open day but I just didn't get the same feeling that I got from UEA, it looked really nice but for some reason I just didn't get that feeling that I got from UEA and Birmingham.
Original post by Buxtonwater
I visited Kent on the open day but I just didn't get the same feeling that I got from UEA, it looked really nice but for some reason I just didn't get that feeling that I got from UEA and Birmingham.
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Hello 
I have lived in NR for years and it is certainly unique as a city. There is ALWAYS something happening (and you are sure to find something that is to your taste) on and a fair few events are free for all or relatively cheap. I don't believe anyone when they say they are bored here.
A large number of people who choose UEA end up staying in Norfolk for a long time, if not permanently.
To answer your questions...
What's the nightlife like?
"A pub for every day of the year and a church for every Sunday" is something you will hear about The Fine City. It's incredibly diverse and again there is something for everyone. Whether you like big club events on a Friday, grungy indie nights or a nice tipple in a posh pub you will be happy on a night out here.
The shops?
With two shopping centres and the main high street packed with mainstream shops you can't go wrong. However, Norwich is famous for it's independent retailers. The Lanes (a place much like the Shambles if you have ever been to York) is abuzz with boutiques, cafes and unique shops selling an array of things from clothes to furniture, arts & music and DIY supplies.
As for student living in year 2, The Golden Triangle is student central. No matter where you live you are no more than a 5 minute walk from a pub - all of which in my experience are very pleasant. Unthank road alone has 3 within a minute of each other and also has a Tesco express, coop, lloyds bank, a coop wine merchant, a hairdresser, a launderette and a charity shop amongst other things.
Additionally, there are a number of independent restaurants and pubs across the city. It gives the whole city a very personal atmosphere.
Is there a cinema?
There are four! We have a Vue in the city centre and an Odeon on riverside (part of the clubbing district). There is a Hollywood cinema in Anglia square serving the North of the city and, of course, there is Cinema City - a little independent which screens independent, art-house and foreign-language films.
What is there to do in Norwich?
Besides the above? A number of the pubs hold gig nights for local bands and artists, comedy nights and a range of your typical public house events. LCR and Waterfront host the more mainstream, famous acts and there are plenty of stage productions held in places such as the Theatre Royal and The Playhouse. The Showground presents the Sundown festival over the summer and hosts various events across the year. In the city many yearly events take place such as the Norfolk and Norwich Festival, The Lord Mayors procession, Norwich Pride and many more.
Is it an expensive place?
I wouldn't say it is an expensive place to live. Rental wise it is the same as any other town or city. The area depends on the price. The Golden Triangle for example is very popular and incredibly central to the city so rental prices are higher. If you look towards the east of the city just outside the GC the prices fall slightly. If you live towards the hospital (Eaton, Roundhouse and Cringleford) rental prices rise significantly. Check out rightmove for a better idea of prices across the city.
How big is it?
Larger than you would think. The city center itself is relatively small. Walking from the rail station to the shops and up towards the college isn't that far, but it extends right out if you take the suburbs into consideration. The uni is about a 40 minute walk or 20 minute cycle ride away, although there are plenty of buses between the two.
I hope this helps and I havent prattled on too much. Just ask if you want to know more
I have lived in NR for years and it is certainly unique as a city. There is ALWAYS something happening (and you are sure to find something that is to your taste) on and a fair few events are free for all or relatively cheap. I don't believe anyone when they say they are bored here.
A large number of people who choose UEA end up staying in Norfolk for a long time, if not permanently.
To answer your questions...
What's the nightlife like?
"A pub for every day of the year and a church for every Sunday" is something you will hear about The Fine City. It's incredibly diverse and again there is something for everyone. Whether you like big club events on a Friday, grungy indie nights or a nice tipple in a posh pub you will be happy on a night out here.
The shops?
With two shopping centres and the main high street packed with mainstream shops you can't go wrong. However, Norwich is famous for it's independent retailers. The Lanes (a place much like the Shambles if you have ever been to York) is abuzz with boutiques, cafes and unique shops selling an array of things from clothes to furniture, arts & music and DIY supplies.
As for student living in year 2, The Golden Triangle is student central. No matter where you live you are no more than a 5 minute walk from a pub - all of which in my experience are very pleasant. Unthank road alone has 3 within a minute of each other and also has a Tesco express, coop, lloyds bank, a coop wine merchant, a hairdresser, a launderette and a charity shop amongst other things.
Additionally, there are a number of independent restaurants and pubs across the city. It gives the whole city a very personal atmosphere.
Is there a cinema?
There are four! We have a Vue in the city centre and an Odeon on riverside (part of the clubbing district). There is a Hollywood cinema in Anglia square serving the North of the city and, of course, there is Cinema City - a little independent which screens independent, art-house and foreign-language films.
What is there to do in Norwich?
Besides the above? A number of the pubs hold gig nights for local bands and artists, comedy nights and a range of your typical public house events. LCR and Waterfront host the more mainstream, famous acts and there are plenty of stage productions held in places such as the Theatre Royal and The Playhouse. The Showground presents the Sundown festival over the summer and hosts various events across the year. In the city many yearly events take place such as the Norfolk and Norwich Festival, The Lord Mayors procession, Norwich Pride and many more.
Is it an expensive place?
I wouldn't say it is an expensive place to live. Rental wise it is the same as any other town or city. The area depends on the price. The Golden Triangle for example is very popular and incredibly central to the city so rental prices are higher. If you look towards the east of the city just outside the GC the prices fall slightly. If you live towards the hospital (Eaton, Roundhouse and Cringleford) rental prices rise significantly. Check out rightmove for a better idea of prices across the city.
How big is it?
Larger than you would think. The city center itself is relatively small. Walking from the rail station to the shops and up towards the college isn't that far, but it extends right out if you take the suburbs into consideration. The uni is about a 40 minute walk or 20 minute cycle ride away, although there are plenty of buses between the two.
I hope this helps and I havent prattled on too much. Just ask if you want to know more
Ask Delia Smith!
Original post by mollydblybarrly
Hello
I have lived in NR for years and it is certainly unique as a city. There is ALWAYS something happening (and you are sure to find something that is to your taste) on and a fair few events are free for all or relatively cheap. I don't believe anyone when they say they are bored here.
A large number of people who choose UEA end up staying in Norfolk for a long time, if not permanently.
To answer your questions...
What's the nightlife like?
"A pub for every day of the year and a church for every Sunday" is something you will hear about The Fine City. It's incredibly diverse and again there is something for everyone. Whether you like big club events on a Friday, grungy indie nights or a nice tipple in a posh pub you will be happy on a night out here.
The shops?
With two shopping centres and the main high street packed with mainstream shops you can't go wrong. However, Norwich is famous for it's independent retailers. The Lanes (a place much like the Shambles if you have ever been to York) is abuzz with boutiques, cafes and unique shops selling an array of things from clothes to furniture, arts & music and DIY supplies.
As for student living in year 2, The Golden Triangle is student central. No matter where you live you are no more than a 5 minute walk from a pub - all of which in my experience are very pleasant. Unthank road alone has 3 within a minute of each other and also has a Tesco express, coop, lloyds bank, a coop wine merchant, a hairdresser, a launderette and a charity shop amongst other things.
Additionally, there are a number of independent restaurants and pubs across the city. It gives the whole city a very personal atmosphere.
Is there a cinema?
There are four! We have a Vue in the city centre and an Odeon on riverside (part of the clubbing district). There is a Hollywood cinema in Anglia square serving the North of the city and, of course, there is Cinema City - a little independent which screens independent, art-house and foreign-language films.
What is there to do in Norwich?
Besides the above? A number of the pubs hold gig nights for local bands and artists, comedy nights and a range of your typical public house events. LCR and Waterfront host the more mainstream, famous acts and there are plenty of stage productions held in places such as the Theatre Royal and The Playhouse. The Showground presents the Sundown festival over the summer and hosts various events across the year. In the city many yearly events take place such as the Norfolk and Norwich Festival, The Lord Mayors procession, Norwich Pride and many more.
Is it an expensive place?
I wouldn't say it is an expensive place to live. Rental wise it is the same as any other town or city. The area depends on the price. The Golden Triangle for example is very popular and incredibly central to the city so rental prices are higher. If you look towards the east of the city just outside the GC the prices fall slightly. If you live towards the hospital (Eaton, Roundhouse and Cringleford) rental prices rise significantly. Check out rightmove for a better idea of prices across the city.
How big is it?
Larger than you would think. The city center itself is relatively small. Walking from the rail station to the shops and up towards the college isn't that far, but it extends right out if you take the suburbs into consideration. The uni is about a 40 minute walk or 20 minute cycle ride away, although there are plenty of buses between the two.
I hope this helps and I havent prattled on too much. Just ask if you want to know more
I have lived in NR for years and it is certainly unique as a city. There is ALWAYS something happening (and you are sure to find something that is to your taste) on and a fair few events are free for all or relatively cheap. I don't believe anyone when they say they are bored here.
A large number of people who choose UEA end up staying in Norfolk for a long time, if not permanently.
To answer your questions...
What's the nightlife like?
"A pub for every day of the year and a church for every Sunday" is something you will hear about The Fine City. It's incredibly diverse and again there is something for everyone. Whether you like big club events on a Friday, grungy indie nights or a nice tipple in a posh pub you will be happy on a night out here.
The shops?
With two shopping centres and the main high street packed with mainstream shops you can't go wrong. However, Norwich is famous for it's independent retailers. The Lanes (a place much like the Shambles if you have ever been to York) is abuzz with boutiques, cafes and unique shops selling an array of things from clothes to furniture, arts & music and DIY supplies.
As for student living in year 2, The Golden Triangle is student central. No matter where you live you are no more than a 5 minute walk from a pub - all of which in my experience are very pleasant. Unthank road alone has 3 within a minute of each other and also has a Tesco express, coop, lloyds bank, a coop wine merchant, a hairdresser, a launderette and a charity shop amongst other things.
Additionally, there are a number of independent restaurants and pubs across the city. It gives the whole city a very personal atmosphere.
Is there a cinema?
There are four! We have a Vue in the city centre and an Odeon on riverside (part of the clubbing district). There is a Hollywood cinema in Anglia square serving the North of the city and, of course, there is Cinema City - a little independent which screens independent, art-house and foreign-language films.
What is there to do in Norwich?
Besides the above? A number of the pubs hold gig nights for local bands and artists, comedy nights and a range of your typical public house events. LCR and Waterfront host the more mainstream, famous acts and there are plenty of stage productions held in places such as the Theatre Royal and The Playhouse. The Showground presents the Sundown festival over the summer and hosts various events across the year. In the city many yearly events take place such as the Norfolk and Norwich Festival, The Lord Mayors procession, Norwich Pride and many more.
Is it an expensive place?
I wouldn't say it is an expensive place to live. Rental wise it is the same as any other town or city. The area depends on the price. The Golden Triangle for example is very popular and incredibly central to the city so rental prices are higher. If you look towards the east of the city just outside the GC the prices fall slightly. If you live towards the hospital (Eaton, Roundhouse and Cringleford) rental prices rise significantly. Check out rightmove for a better idea of prices across the city.
How big is it?
Larger than you would think. The city center itself is relatively small. Walking from the rail station to the shops and up towards the college isn't that far, but it extends right out if you take the suburbs into consideration. The uni is about a 40 minute walk or 20 minute cycle ride away, although there are plenty of buses between the two.
I hope this helps and I havent prattled on too much. Just ask if you want to know more
This is so helpful, thank you so much!
would you say that Norwich is a particularity arty city??
Original post by pollya1234
would you say that Norwich is a particularity arty city??
Hi @pollya1234
There is quite a lot of little art galleries in Norwich as well as the Sainsburys centre. There are also quite a few places for gigs, both of small and larger artists. There is also the theatres for plays/ comedy/ musicals
I hope that helps answer you question
Sophie
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