Maclay Residences Events

Published: 1 January 2023

Semester 2

January 2023

Games Night

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

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

Burns Poetry Night

Learn about Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns, hear some of his famous works, and have a go at reciting or creating a Scottish poem. There'll be Scottish snacks to try too!

  • Date: Wednesday 25th January
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Maclay 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: Maclay Common Room

Valentine's Crafts

Create a Valentine to show your appreciation for someone special.

  • Date: Sunday 12th February
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Maclay 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: Maclay Reception

Reslife Recruitment Session

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

  • Date: Wednesday 22nd February
  • Time: 7-9pm
  • Location: Maclay 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

Games Night

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

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

Oscars Movie Night

Chat about this year's Oscar nominations and watch a 2023 Oscar nominated film. We'll have the popcorn ready!

  • Date: Sunday 12th March
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Maclay Common Room

St Patrick's Day Bingo

Celebrate St Patrick's Day and win prizes with fun themed games, including a pub quiz and bingo!

  • Date: Friday 17th March
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Maclay 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

Games Night

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

  • Date: Sunday 2nd April
  • Time: 7pm
  • Location: Maclay Common Room

Easter Eggstravaganza

You're never too old for fun Easter traditions! Stretch your leggs during our Easter egg hunt, test your coordination with our egg race, and get creative decorating craft eggs. There are win eggstra special prizes to be won:

  • Date: Sunday 9th April
  • Time: 12pm
  • Location: Meet outside Maclay Reception

De-stress Event (TBC)

  • Date: Sunday 16th April
  • Time: TBC
  • Location: Maclay 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, 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: Maclay Common Room

Eurovision Party

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

  • Date: Saturday 13th May
  • Time: 8pm
  • Location: Maclay 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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