While studying in Southampton, you have the perfect opportunity to explore a new city. After visiting the outlets that you have on your doorstep at the Students’ Union, you may want to branch out further afield. From the weird to the wonderful, here are some of the quirkier places to visit that you may not have come across before…

Southampton Reptile

Centre for snakes, geckos, chameleons…you name it! This UK exotic animal centre even sells the reptiles too. That python could make a perfect house pet – or not!

Opening times; Mon-Sat: 9:30-6pm Sunday: 10:30-4pm

12-14 Deacon Road, Southampton, SO19 … Read the rest

Isn’t winter perfect? Snuggling up at home in your blanket, enjoying a nice cuppa and get chuffed for the festive season. But for some, once the clocks change, the winter blues arrive. Yes, that guy we don’t like seeing every year! Here are top tips to beat them!

1. Get out and be active

One of the best ways to let the winter blues not get the best of you is to go out! Yes, it’s cold but the fresh air and making the most of the sunlight (although not much!) will make you feel a lot better. So grab … Read the rest