During Freshers' Week, we have a variety of events ranging from a movie night to a walk to Sham Castle, and a Chai event. We will also be present at the SU Groups Day.
There is a Jagannath Mandir in the city of Bath, which is now moving closer to the city center in Old Field, Dartmouth Avenue. Additionally, we have been working with the university to organize a prayer space on campus.
Regular buses (U1 and U2) are available for transport from campus into the city. These buses run very frequently (every 10 minutes) and are the best way to travel as a student in Bath. For students living in city accommodation, buses are the most convenient form of transport to campus.
The university and the Students' Union offer a range of support services, from academic support to wellbeing support. Alternatively, you can reach out to one of our committee members, and we can direct you to the appropriate resources.
The Bath Hindu Society hosts a wide range of events, from cultural activities to sports. In addition, there are numerous societies associated with the Students' Union, so there’s something for everyone. The best way to meet new people in your first year is to attend socials and not be shy.
Yes, vegetarian food is readily available both on campus and in the city. All of our events at the Bath Hindu Society are strictly vegetarian and alcohol-free to create an inclusive environment for everyone.
Yes, there are Indian tiffin services operating in Bath that you can contact for regular meal options: Jyotiben Patel: +44 7400 338802 Ruchir Thakkar: +44 7471 246650 Additionally, Nimmi’s Kitchen in Bristol offers high-quality food that many students, including myself, bulk order and freeze. Here’s their contact info: Nimmi’s Kitchen: +44 7456 065722 When reaching out, please mention you received their contact details from the Bath Hindu Society. We are planning to partner with one of the tiffin services to provide students with convenient access to vegetarian meals on campus. We will also be running cooking sessions for freshers to help them feel more comfortable with preparing meals.
Our team members frequently use a man with a van service, and we highly recommend Claude Constant Lowa. You can reach him at +44 7958 460590. If you mention that you were referred by the Hindu Society, he’ll be happy to offer you a discounted rate.