Kelvinhaugh Residences Events

Published: 1 January 2023

Semester 2

January 2023

Welcome Back Pancake Party

Catch up with your neighbours over some delicious pancakes!

  • Date: Sunday 22nd January
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Reslife Adventures: Deep Sea World

Marvel at mesmerising themed exhibits, fascinating sea creatures and marine life, and Europe's longest underwater moving walkway at the fantastic Deep Sea World aquarium.

  • Date: Sunday 29th January
  • Time: 9am (TBC)
  • Pick-up points:University Avenue and near Kelvinhaugh and Maclay Residences
  • Booking: Required - ticket link

February 2023

International Potluck

Bring along a dish of food to share from your home country or favourite cuisine and enjoy delicious new foods from around the world prepared by other students of the hall.

  • Date: Sunday 5th February
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Valentine's Crafts

Create a Valentine to show your appreciation for someone special.

  • Date: Sunday 12th February
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Valentine's Postal Service

Want to show some love and appreciation for flatmate or neighbour? Drop off a Valentine for a fellow resident, including their name and room number, in the Valentine box at reception by 6pm on 14th February and the Reslife team will deliver it that evening.

  • Date: Tuesday 14th February
  • Time: Deadline 6pm
  • Location: Cairncross Reception

Reslife Recruitment Sessions

Learn about Residence Life roles and how to apply for a place on the 2023-2024 team.

  • Date: Saturday 25th February
  • Time: 12-2pm
  • Location: Kelvinhaugh Gate
  • Date: Sunday 26th February
  • Time 7-9pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Reslife Adventures: V&A Design Museum Dundee

Join us for a trip to Dundee to visit Scotland's first ever dedicated design museum, presenting the brilliance of Scottish creativity and the best of design from around the world. 

  • Date: Sunday 26th February
  • Time: 9am (TBC)
  • Pick-up points:University Avenue and near Kelvinhaugh and Maclay Residences
  • Booking: Required - ticket link

March 2023

Movie Night

With the Oscars coming up, we're catching up on our list of must-watch films:

  • Date: Sunday 5th March
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

St Patrick's Quiz

Celebrate St Patrick with us and win prizes at our themed quiz.

  • Date: Sunday 19th March
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Reslife Adventures: Go Ape

Challenge yourself with exhilarating outdoor activities, including zip lines and treetop adventures with a stunning, scenic backdrop:

  • Date: Sunday 26th March
  • Time: 9am (TBC)
  • Pick-up points: University Avenue and near Kelvinhaugh and Maclay Residences
  • Booking: Required - ticket link

April 2023

Easter Egg Hunt

You're never too old for an Easter egg hunt! Stretch your leggs and win eggstra special prizes:

  • Date: Sunday 9th April
  • Time: 12pm
  • Location: Cairncross House Reception

Necropolis Walking Tour

Take a relaxing walk to the Necropolis and learn about the history, archaeology and significance of this Victorian time capsule located in the urban landscape of Glasgow.

We will walk from Maclay (2 minutes from KHR) to the subway, take the subway to the city centre (you'll need to pay for your own subway ticket), then walk from there to the Necropolis. You can either return to halls with the group or stay and explore the site and nearby cathedral.

Please bring money for the subway, a water bottle and wear sensible clothing and sturdy footwear.

  • Date: Wednesday 19th April
  • Time: 12pm
  • Location: Meet outside Maclay Residences Reception, 9 Cooperage Place, G3 8QP

Reslife Adventures: Loch Lomond Shores

Loch Lomond Shores was our most popular trip of the 2021-22 session. Enjoy beaches, woodland, wildlife, and breathtaking views all in one picture-perfect location, alongside boutique shops and delicious cafes: 

  • Date: Sunday 30th April
  • Time: 9am (TBC)
  • Pick-up points: University Avenue and near Kelvinhaugh and Maclay Residences
  • Booking: Required - ticket link

May 2023

Games Night

Make friends and play board games, video games and table tennis.

  • Date: Sunday 7th May
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Eurovision Party

Watch the Eurovision 2023 final live, hosted here in the UK.

  • Date: Saturday 13th May
  • Time: 8pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

KHR Graduation

Reflect on the year and celebrate the most memorable moments, as voted for by the residents of 2022-23!

  • Date: Thursday 18th May
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Cairncross Common Room

Reslife Adventures: St Andrews

For the final Reslife Adventure of the term, we'll be exploring the enchanting seaside town of St Andrews, which boasts picturesque beaches, medieval landmarks, botanic gardens, and so much more. St Andrews is world renowned for being the home of golf and fans of the sport can visit the British Golf Museum. This quaint location has also been the backdrop for famous films and it’s where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met:

  • Date: Sunday 28th May
  • Time: 9am (TBC)
  • Pick-up points: University Avenue and near Kelvinhaugh and Maclay Residences
  • Booking: Required - ticket link

First published: 1 January 2023

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