🎉 Freshers Guide 2025: University of Lincoln SU Venues & Guest Stay at The Swan

Welcome to Lincoln! If you’re gearing up for Freshers Week 2025 at the University of Lincoln, you’re about to discover why SU venues like Engine Shed, Towers, Platform, and The Swan are at the centre of campus life this autumn.

🏛️ SU Venues & What’s Happening

• The Engine Shed: Main stage for club nights (like Quack), comedy shows, live music and society fairs. Expect big-name DJs and headline acts.

• Towers: Located inside Engine Shed—sports bar vibes, casual drinks and social space between events.

• The Swan (Pub & Waterside Bar): A cosy, SU-run pub with riverside views along Brayford Waterfront. It’s relaxed, scenic, and a great daytime meet-up spot.

• The Platform: A smaller venue under Lincoln SU, ideal for emerging live music and stand-up comedy.

🔥 Upcoming Events (Pre Freshers Week)

• Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons – Live comedy on August 1, 2025

• Lucy Spraggan – Live music August 2, 2025

• Bongo’s Bingo – Interactive bingo night July 25, 2025

• Chris Harrison’s MANIA U18 night – August 6, 2025

  These events set the tone for Freshers Week, giving you a taste of everything from music and comedy to club nights and socials.

💬 What Students Are Saying

Plenty of excitement is already brewing on student chats:

“Engine Shed last year was epic—Quack night was non-stop.”

“Can’t wait to see Manford live at Engine Shed.”

Expect SU channels to unveil the full timetable soon through Instagram, TikTok, X, and the Lincoln SU app.

🏨 Stay with Style: Rooms at The Swan Guesthouse

Located conveniently above the SU pub The Swan, the Swan Guesthouse offers ideal rooms for guests—especially when your parents or family visit.

• Room Options: Double rooms or family rooms with en-suite bathrooms are available, offering comfort right on campus.

• Location & Amenities:

  • Only ~300m to the University of Lincoln campus—a short walk to SU venues, Engine Shed, and Platform.

  • Free Wi‑Fi, tea/coffee, city or courtyard views, traditional pub menu downstairs.

  • Highly rated on Booking.com: overall score ~9.2/10, excellent value and location.

• Why It Works for Parents Visiting:

  • Stay on campus where the social life is centred

  • Enjoy the pub and restaurant downstairs

  • No transport needed to the Freshers venues

  • Offers flexibility and comfort for short stays or evenings out

✅ Freshers Planning Checklist

• Follow Lincoln SU social channels for full venue schedules during Freshers Week

• Make ticket bookings early, especially for big nights at Engine Shed

• Download the SU app for queue alerts and ticket updates

• Consider booking The Swan Guesthouse if family members are visiting—great location, comfort, and direct access to the SU nightlife

🔗 Final Thoughts

For University of Lincoln Freshers 2025, the SU venues are at its heart—from Engine Shed’s headline nights to the more relaxed vibes at The Swan. And if you’re hosting visitors during this time, The Swan Guesthouse makes an excellent choice: central, convenient, and close to all the action.

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