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The freshers\u2019 fair is a crucial staple of freshers\u2019 week – wandering around a big hall or gazebo, 700 flyers in hand, trying to decide if you want to commit yourself to the Quidditch team or the Cheese Society<\/a>. Make sure to go with an open mind, hungry tummy, and empty backpack. As well as being a great chance to discover all the different activities on offer, you\u2019ll leave drowning in freebies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coupons and vouchers will come in handy later, but the physical giveaways are great for stocking up your room, kitchen, and pencil case. Whether you\u2019re a returning student or you\u2019ve just got your A Level results, check out our guide for the very best of the free haul! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here for more advice on making the most of freshers\u2019 week<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food glorious food<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The people running every stall know that the foolproof way to a student\u2019s heart is through their stomach. Both uni clubs and businesses will try to leave a sweet aftertaste with you, so look out for sweets, chocolates and doughnuts. At some campuses, you\u2019ll find supermarkets handing out goody bags of student essentials like beans and noodles. Take them back to stock up your kitchen, and save money and stress later!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Domino\u2019s and Pizza Hut visit a lot of freshers\u2019 weeks with a deal for free pizza slices. If you see them, don\u2019t hold back! Keep an eye out for deals and vouchers from other restaurant chains and local eateries. They\u2019re all waiting to welcome you to your new home city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kitchen freebies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Look out for branded mugs, water bottles, flasks, and pint glasses. With enough random giveaways, you\u2019ll be able to go a whole week without washing anything up – win! Some people find cooking utensils and other important supplies at the freshers\u2019 fair, which will save you a desperate supermarket trip down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fridge magnets are surprisingly useful. How else would you stick up all your takeaway menus, or remind your flatmates that your leftover sushi is NOT up for grabs? Bonus points if they double up as a bottle opener or other device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gadgets and gizmos a-plenty <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While businesses and societies want to entice you in with food, they also want to gift you techie things you\u2019ll actually appreciate and use. While you’ve probably got a set of headphones and a portable phone charger, it\u2019s good to have a spare or two (or five!). Some stalls will also have things like USB sticks and splitters. We bet you\u2019ve been meaning to buy yourself one of these but never got around to it, so take them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freshers\u2019 week stationery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does anyone buy pens anymore? You\u2019ll probably receive a lifetime supply of highlighters, biros, and other stationery handouts at the freshers\u2019 fair. If you\u2019re lucky, you might find an academic planner or a wall calendar. These will help you keep track of the whirlwind of activity that makes up a uni term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you can\u2019t write with a stress ball, they\u2019re (unfortunately) library essentials. Hang onto them and to anything else that could calm you down in an essay crisis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brands will put their name on anything they can get you to carry around. It\u2019s free advertising for them, but you\u2019ll also benefit from a new pyjama T-shirt or a pair of socks. Tote bags are eco-friendly and useful for transporting your stuff around campus. And of course, umbrellas are a must-have in the unpredictable UK climate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some freebies new to the tables in 2021 might include masks and hand sanitiser gel. Whether you\u2019re avoiding the freshers\u2019 flu<\/a> or something more sinister, stay safe and happy at uni with these supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catch us at your freshers\u2019 fair! <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Proprep<\/a> will be all over the country during freshers\u2019 week 2021. We hope to see you at one of the following locations\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n