Best non-London unis for law?

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to doing it occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity, and I am defo not interested in the drugs scene). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity, and I am defo not interested in the drugs scene). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity, and I am defo not interested in the drugs scene). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity, and I am defo not interested in the drugs scene). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Hey there
As some other people have mentioned, Durham is one of the top universities in the UK for law. I'm a recent Durham law graduate and have thoroughly enjoyed my time here. The university has provided a lot of support throughout my academic and career journey from holding law-focussed career fairs to holding evening receptions where employers would come along, allowing us to expand our networks. For any internship or work experience opportunity you get, you can also get a financial contribution towards your travel expenses or buying professional clothing, which has been really helpful.
For me though, Durham has stood out for its emphasis on gaining work experience through on-campus internships and part-time jobs. I've had 2 internships during my time at Durham (one of which is as the TSR rep) and these have helped me gain skills which have been invaluable in me gaining legal internships. So much so that I'm starting as an intern with the Ministry of Justice tomorrow!
Ofcourse Durham isn't perfect though- I don't think any institution is. Like every other university, there will be students who like to party and enjoy alcohol. I've never really heard of any drug incidents at Durham. But this should never be a problem as you can make your university experience whatever you want it to be if you mingle with the people that you feel comfortable with and capitalise on opportunities that come your way. Durham is still very much inclusive of people who like sober nights in or out with their close friends. Here's a blog that tells you how much you can do outside of drinking: No alcohol, no problem
I hope this has been somewhat helpful. Let me know if you have any more Durham-related or law related questions and I'd be happy to help
-Himieka

I'm interested in studying law, however I am hesitant about studying in London. Which non-London unis are best (other than Oxbridge obviously)? I'd prefer unis that don't have a reputation for being all about partying, drugs, alchohol, clubbing etc., as I am not really into all that stuff so much (though not opposed to clubbing occasionally, I would prefer that to not be the main or only form of weekend activity, and I am defo not interested in the drugs scene). Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Hey Himieka,
I was considering putting down Durham but one of my concerns is that I have heard there is a lack of diversity in the student body, with the majority being well-off white British students. As an ethnic minority, it would be nice to see some representation.
I also was wondering what the social life is like at Durham?
I also heard that rent prices in Durham have been rising. How much did you pay for accommodation each year?
Thank you very much,

Hey there
Apologies for the delayed response- I've been super busy with work!
It's good to know that you're considering Durham. To be honest, many people have their concerns relating to diversity as you've mentioned and I did too before I came to Durham. Having lived in both Durham and London, I understand that there is much more diversity in the south of England than in the north. However, being a very well-known university, Durham attracts a lot of international students so you'll find students from many nationalities mixed in the student crowd. It's true that there are more white people because there is generally more diversity down south but it's definitely not true that you'll feel out of place in Durham. I am a POC international student too and have always felt belonged at Durham. There are always people who are genuinely interested in your background and want to know about your culture which always made me feel very welcome.
Because a lot of British students at Durham come from London, I think it's easy to assume that they're all well-off but that's actually not true. I have made friends from different economic backgrounds including those of us that come from state schools. There is also a society called 93% club which creates a social community for state-school students at Durham, including social events and collaborations with students who went to non-state schools in order to encourage inclusivity.
You'll hear mixed opinions when it comes to social life at Durham. There are many bars, pubs and clubs in town including some famous ones like Jimmies, Loft, Katie O Briens, Babylon etc. Colleges also have their own bars and toastie shops where drinks and food are much cheaper. Wednesdays and Fridays are student nights when many people go clubbing, and Newcastle is just a 13-minute train ride away if you like a more city vibe. It's absolutely no problem if you're not into drinking like me- societies hold events in the evening which are very fun to attend and there are over 250 societies in Durham. It's also a great way to make friends especially when you already have something in common. This blog also gives many other social life ideas - https://studentblog.webspace.durham.ac.uk/no-alcohol-no-problem/
Something quite unique to Durham is formals which are dinners held in your college and you get to dress up nicely and have a fancy meal with your friends. It's cheaper if you have a JCR membership also. The frequency of these depends on the college- some happen once a month, some may happen maybe every two weeks or so. You can also go to formals at other colleges and every college has different traditions so you get to experience these too. There's also something called college days which happen every summer for each college- it represents the day the college was founded and is a day full of activities at your colleges- there's games, food stalls, music, dances, etc. You can look at some college day content on our student-run TikTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedurhamstudent
You're right when it comes to accommodation prices- they have increased compared to when I came to Durham in 2021. I was lucky enough to not pay too much rent though- monthly I paid around £480 in my first year, £450 in my second year and £550 in my third year. I lived about 20 minutes away from the campus in an area called Nevilles Cross, so it was very much within walking range too. I'm coming back to Durham in September and am starting a job at the university and will be paying £550 for rent but am living further away from campus.
If you want some advice regarding housing, I'd say don't rush in too quickly. The demand is higher earlier during Michaelmas term (around October-December time) because everyone thinks houses will run out but that's untrue and it only causes estate agents to raise prices further. There definitely are enough houses- even now houses are being advertised at much cheaper prices and landlords are finding it hard to let them because most people have already signed up for expensive houses. If you take your time looking for a house with reasonable price and at a good location, you're more likely to be satisfied with where you're living. Meet your potential housemates and ask good questions so you can find out who they are as a person and if they match what you're looking for in a housemate (especially hygiene-wise). I know people who rushed in too quickly and ended up regretting either their choice of house or housemates so keep this in mind. Areas closer to the campus (like Hallgarth, Elvet) are more likely to be expensive so consider areas like Nevilles Cross, Claypath, Gilesgate that aren't far either but are more likely to be cheaper. If you ride a bike or take the bus (£1.50 for a day ticket), your travel time will be reduced too.
Sorry for the super long response but hope it helps you
-Himieka