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Workshops and groups

We offer workshops, groups and events to support you to develop skills that can enhance your wellbeing.

Upcoming events

Event

Thursday 2 July 2026 2pm - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: David Kato A Block (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

Indoor Games Tournament!

Thursday 2 July 2026 2pm - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: David Kato A Block (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

Feeling sporty but don't want to melt in the sun? We've got you covered! Get yourself down to David Kato Hub for a fun afternoon of games + prizes. Games include table tennis, table football and pool!

Everyone welcome!

2pm onwards.

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Event

Wednesday 8 July 2026 10.30am - 3pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

York Gallivant - Day Trip to York Minster and York Art Gallery

Wednesday 8 July 2026 10.30am - 3pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

Become a tourist in your own city! Join us for a day trip to some of York's top attractions: York Art Gallery, York Minster and a picnic in Dean's Park!

Make sure to book your ticket via the link above.

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Event

Thursday 9 July 2026 2am - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: Basketball courts (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

3v3 Basketball

Thursday 9 July 2026 2am - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: Basketball courts (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

Sign up to play some semi-competitive sport this summer in our College Summer Sport Series. This first event will be 3v3 basketball. All abilities welcome!

Make sure to sign up via the link above.

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Event

Tuesday 14 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

5-a-side Football

Tuesday 14 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Sign up to play some semi-competitive sport this summer in our College Summer Sport Series. This event will be 5-a-side Football. All abilities welcome!

Make sure to sign up via the link above.

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Event

Friday 17 July 2026 8am - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

Summer Trip to Haworth & Knaresborough

Friday 17 July 2026 8am - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

Postgraduates and International Students! Join us for a trip through two beautiful Yorkshire towns - Haworth and Knaresborough. Famous for their stunning walks, cafes, and museums, there will be something for everyone!

Tickets £15 at the online store

We depart from the Student Centre on Newton Way at 8am and return to campus by 5pm. A staff member will check your details before boarding and provide a reminder of the time for the return. IMPORTANT: Please ensure you arrive on time for both departures. The coach will leave promptly and cannot wait for late arrivals. Should you miss the return coach, you will be responsible for arranging and funding your own transport back to York. No refunds will be issued.

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Event

Monday 20 July 2026 6pm - 9pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: B/R/016 Wentworth Graduate College Hub (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Postgraduates

Postgraduate Sunset Social!

Monday 20 July 2026 6pm - 9pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: B/R/016 Wentworth Graduate College Hub (Biology Building, Campus West)
Open to: Postgraduates

Postgraduate Sunset Social!

Join us for a chilled summer evening of snacks, music and idle chat with fellow PGs!

Pop down to the WENTWORTH HUB for a well deserved study break! Expect sunset beach vibes with a relaxed evening of games, food and drink for York PG’s All postgraduates welcome! Come along, bring a friend, and enjoy the evening!

Date | Mon on 20th July Time | 6pm til late Location | Wentworth College Hub

Event

Wednesday 22 July 2026 1pm - 4pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: E/BOWL Vanbrugh Bowl (Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Summer Beach Party!

Wednesday 22 July 2026 1pm - 4pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: E/BOWL Vanbrugh Bowl (Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Summer is here!

Join us on Wednesday 22nd July for an afternoon of bouncy castles, ice cream and chilled summer games on Vanbrigh Bowl! There'll be plenty of snacks and refreshing drinks to keep us cool. Lounge in the sun with a mocktail, or bounce around on the gigantic inflatables - it's up to you! The event is free and EVERYONE is welcome - students, staff and children!

When? 1pm on Wednesday 22nd July Where? Vanbrugh Bowl, in front of the Music Dept How much? Free!

Don't forget the sun lotion!

Event

Thursday 23 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

T10 Cricket

Thursday 23 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Sign up to play some semi-competitive sport this summer in our College Summer Sport Series. This next event will be T10 Cricket. All abilities welcome!

Equipment is supplied for you, so you only need to turn up in trainers and some clothes you are comfortable doing exercise in.

Make sure to sign up via the link above!

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Event

Wednesday 29 July 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: Ron Cooke Hub (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday 29 July 2026 2pm - 4pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: Ron Cooke Hub (Campus East)
Open to: Everyone

Ready for the ultimate summer scavenger hunt? Test your knowledge and teamwork by solving clues and challenges in a race against the clock. We’ve got some amazing prizes for the winning teams! Full details are currently classified, but save some space on your calendar.

Event

Thursday 30 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Tag Rugby 7s

Thursday 30 July 2026 2pm - 3.30pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Location: 22 Acres (Campus West)
Open to: Everyone

Sign up to play some semi-competitive sport this summer in our College Summer Sport Series. This next event will be Tag Ruby 7s. All abilities welcome!

Make sure to sign up via the link above.

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Event

Friday 14 August 2026 8am - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

Summer Trip to Scarborough

Friday 14 August 2026 8am - 5pm

Organiser: Student Hub
Open to: Everyone

Postgraduates and International Students! Enjoy beaches and sea views as we explore Yorkshire’s most iconic resort! Visit the castle, browse shops, or simply relax on the beach with fish and chips. A fun, relaxed day to explore, and enjoy the coast.

Tickets £8 at the online store

We depart from the Student Centre on Newton Way at 8am and return to campus by 5pm. A staff member will check your details before boarding and provide a reminder of the time for the return. IMPORTANT: Please ensure you arrive on time for both departures. The coach will leave promptly and cannot wait for late arrivals. Should you miss the return coach, you will be responsible for arranging and funding your own transport back to York. No refunds will be issued.

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Self-help courses

Download the TalkCampus app to talk with other students from around the world about the ups and downs of student life or if you’re struggling and worried about your mental health.

The app has a collection of self-directed learning modules covering a range of common mental health issues including depression, social anxiety, panic, generalised anxiety disorder, OCD, health anxiety and PTSD. Access them via the app 'wellness centre'.

Download the TalkCampus app

Wellbeing groups, classes and programmes

Spectrum
Spectrum is a group for those of us who consider ourselves to be on the autistic spectrum. It is a safe place to meet new people and have fun.
Distractibles
A support group for staff and students who find it hard to focus and are plagued by distractions.