Your summer, sorted: 20+ things to do
Summer is here, but what’s the motive? Read our ultimate summer activity guide, with ideas for every personality. We’ve also got some amazing deals and discounts that mean you can do even more this summer—girl math!
Festivals
Wellnergy - 6th July 2024
Step into your self-care era and head to Wellnergy festival in Manchester. With 10 tents and stages filled with talks, music and classes, you’ll leave feeling zen. Get £20 Off with UNiDAYS discount too—win!
Truck Festival - 26th-28th July 2024
This festival in Oxfordshire has Jamie T, Wet Leg, The Streets and The Kooks headlining! Over 120+ acts will perform over the festival weekend.
Tramlines - 26th-28th July 2024
Go to this day fest in Sheffield to hear Paolo Nutini, Jamie T, Snow Patrol, Holly Humberstone and Tom Grennan perform, along with over 100 artists and comedians!
MADE Festival - 3rd August 2024
This year, MADE Festival is celebrating its 10th year as it returns to Digbeth. The day festival will have over 200 acts across 10 stages, with headline sets from Bru-C, Dizzee Rascal, and Bou, and talent including Ewan McVicar, K Motionz, Holy Goof B2B TS7, Jaguar Skills, Skepsis, A Little Sound, Window Kid and many more.
Boomtown - 7th-11th August 2024
Escape to the Matterley Estate near Winchester and experience incred electronic sounds with 12 main stages and over 50 hidden venues.
Long Road Festival - 23rd-25th August 2024
This three-day country music festival will take place at Stanford Hall in Leicestershire. From eating competitions to dodgeball games, you can live your best “Americana” life.
Active days out
Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace, London
Why not skate around an immersive roller rink this summer? Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace is a vibe, and perfect for all abilities.
This summer, get 25% Off skate sessions, food and drinks every Thursday & Sunday! Use the code SUMMERSTUDENT in-venue or online to claim, don’t forget to show your valid UNiDAYS ID.
Sandbox is a futuristic VR experience that hits different. Bring up to five friends and step into a new world thanks to 3D precision body trackers and motion capture cameras.
This summer, get 20% Off Monday - Thursday at Sandbox VR Birmingham using the code: SBSTUD20. You’ll need to show your valid UNiDAYS ID when you arrive.
Just 30 minutes from London via train, GO Paintball is a 50-acre forest, perfect for going to battle with paintballs. With five different maps, you and your mates can complete different missions.
Get 50% Off full-day venue admission & all equipment hire with the discount code: UNiDAYS5 and your valid UNiDAYS ID. Use this link to redeem the code. This discount is valid until 31st December 2024, date exclusions apply. Paintballs will need to be purchased on the event day, and cheap ammo packages are available (from £6 per 100 Paintballs).
If you’re looking for a ‘no-impact’ alternative to paintballing, laser tag is perfect. Just 30 minutes from London via train, you’ll be able to use three different laser tag weapons during your session.
Get 20% Off normal ticket pricing with the discount code: UNiDAYS2 and your valid UNiDAYS ID. Use this link to redeem the code. This discount is valid until 31st December 2024, is subject to availability and may change at any time.
Sing away
Hit the high notes and sing the night away with your besties at one of the soundproofed private karaoke rooms at Lucky Voice—it’s giving, singer.
This summer, enjoy 50% Off karaoke, food and selected drinks at Waterloo, Liverpool Street, Holborn and Islington, Sunday-Tuesday. You’ll need to show a valid UNiDAYS ID to redeem this offer.
Indoor funfairs
It’s the adults-only funfair with a difference based in Canary Wharf. Play each of the nine memorable games and see if you’ve got the skills to win! There are also delicious street food options available whilst you’re there—chef’s kiss.
Enjoy £5 off your entry with UNiDAYS. No code is required, just click this link to enjoy a discount Tuesday–Thursday until 31st August 2024, subject to availability. Don’t forget to show a valid UNiDAYS ID when you get there!
Escape reality with a day out to Babylon Park, an outer-space-themed amusement park in Camden, London! Hop on the bumper cars and play alien themed games to win prizes.
Use your UNiDAYS discount to get unlimited games! Get one hour of unlimited games for £30pp or two hours of unlimited games for £40pp! Simply show your UNiDAYS ID when you get there. The offer is valid Monday - Friday until 6th September 2024.
Big days out
Ready to spend your summer at a theme park, aquarium or even a dungeon? UNiDAYS has teamed up with major attractions around the country so you can enjoy your summer for less. Check out the discounts:
Theme parks
- Alton Towers - student tickets from £21
- Thorpe Park - student tickets from £23
- Chessington World of Adventure - student tickets from £21
- LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort - student tickets from £21
Aquariums
The Dungeons
London sightseeing
Blackpool attraction
Birmingham attractions
Summer sorted
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