Women, Sexuality and (Rechargeable) Batteries – Exploding the Myths… Again
There’s something quietly charming about reading a student magazine from the 1980s and discovering that, even then, people were nervously giggling their way…
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What The Fuck Is Indie? — The Night That Took Over Southampton
If you’ve been anywhere near Bevois Valley on a Thursday, you’ve probably heard the roar before you’ve even seen the queue. That’s…
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Mar18
Sobar Southampton
Student bar of the week.
Aug12
Boomtown 2026
Top student festival.
Apr04
The Brook Indie Night
Live music and full gig listings.
Apr09
Open Mic & Student Set
Local talent night.
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