What is Residence Life?
Residence Life is a programme of support and events aimed at ensuring all Edinburgh Napier students benefit from the university experience and have all the available resources to help them succeed personally, socially and academically.
Both our Student Accommodation team and Resident Assistants are on hand to support our students, whether it’s for informal chats or general advice. We run a number of events through the year, from information sessions, workshops and housing fairs to fun activities and excursions including sightseeing trips, bowling, and pizza and games nights.
Upcoming events
This is where we'll share all the details of any upcoming social events, excursions, workshops or information sessions organised by our Student Accommodation ResLife team - from quiz nights and free pizza to ten-pin bowling and city sightseeing tours!
Please note that ResLife events are for students living in Edinburgh Napier student accommodation only.
All the following events are free, but spaces are limited. To sign up, please email reslife@napier.ac.uk with your full name, student number, and accommodation flat address.
Monday 12 January - Meet your RA: music, free pizza and games
Join us for the first ResLife event of the year! Enjoy an evening of music, pizza and games - the perfect chance to meet our Resident Assistants and get to know new residents.
- 6pm at Bainfield Common Room (no sign-up needed)
Tuesday 13 January - Meet your RA: music, free pizza and games
Join us for the first ResLife event of the year! Enjoy an evening of music, pizza and games - the perfect chance to meet our Resident Assistants and get to know new residents.
- 6pm at Slateford Road Common Room (no sign-up needed)
Thursday 29 January - Tenpin Bowling at Fountain Park
Join your fellow residents for an exciting evening at Fountain Park - the perfect chance to unwind, make new friends, and show off your bowling skills (or just have a laugh trying!).
- Meet at Bainfield Reception at 6.30pm
Thursday 12 February - Valentines movie and free pizza
Celebrate Valentine's Day the cosy way - with a great film, tasty pizza and brilliant company! Whether you're coming with friends or flying solo, it's the perfect night to relax, have a laugh, and enjoy a chilled evening with fellow residents.
- 6pm at Bainfield Common Room
Thursday 26 February - Tenpin Bowling at Fountain Park
Join your fellow residents for an exciting evening at Fountain Park - the perfect chance to unwind, make new friends, and show off your bowling skills (or just have a laugh trying!).
- Meet at Bainfield Reception at 6.30pm
Thursday 12 March - Movie and popcorn night at Bainfield Common Room
Lights, camera, popcorn! Join us for a relaxed movie night in the Bainfield Common Room - the perfect midweek break to unwind, meet other residents, and enjoy a great film together.
- 6pm at Bainfield Common Room
Thursday 26 March - The Chocolatarium
Calling all chocoholics - join us for a sweet adventure at The Chocolatarium! Get ready for a 90-minute guided tour where you'll learn how chocolate goes from bean to bar, create your very own custom chocolate bar (with fun shapes - maybe a Scottish twist!) and dive into a tasting session with over 40 different varieties of chocolate from Scotland and around the world.
- Meet at Bainfield Reception at 5pm
Thursday 9 April - Cinema trip at Fountain Park
Join us for a fun trip to the cinema at Fountain Park. We'll choose a great film closer to the date (got a favourite you'd like to see? Let us know!) and confirm the meeting time once showtimes are released.
Thursday 23 April - Tenpin Bowling at Fountain Park
Join your fellow residents for an exciting evening at Fountain Park - the perfect chance to unwind, make new friends, and show off your bowling skills (or just have a laugh trying!).
- Meet at Bainfield Reception at 6.30pm
Friday 15 May - Music, games and free pizza
Let's end the year on a high! Join us in the Bainfield Common Room for our final ResLife event of the accommodation year - a fun night of music, games and plenty of FREE pizza. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate the memories made and enjoy one last evening together before everyone heads off for summer.
- 6pm Bainfield Common Room
Bainfield Common Room
Bainfield common room is available to student from all sites (Bainfield, Slateford Road and Orwell Terrace) between 9am and 10pm daily. If you require access, please visit Bainfield reception to be issued a key fob. If you would like to use the common room for events, please email reslife@napier.ac.uk giving at least two weeks notice.
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Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Zoo is an amazing day out. Situated on a hill in the middle of the city, you'll be able to visit all the amazing animals, including sun bears, giraffes, rhinos, penguins and big cats. The view at the top of the hill across Edinburgh and the Lothians is well worth the effort of the climb!
For more information and ticket prices, visit the Edinburgh Zoo website.
Edinburgh Castle
There's lots to see and do at Edinburgh Castle such as Mons Meg, the famous medieval cannon, and the Scottish National War Memorial. You can hire an audio guide from the ticket office, and the Castle has also developed a Visual Stories guide for autistic visitors to help you plan your visit.
For more information and tick prices, visit the Edinburgh Castle website.
Royal Botanic Gardens
For a relaxing sunny day, the Royal Botanic Gardens is well worth a visit. Take a walk and see all it has to offer! This attraction is free to visit.
For more information, visit the Royal Botanic Gardens website.
The National Museum of Scotland
This is a visit that has something for everyone, whether it's Scottish history, animals and wildlife, or fashion and culture from around the world! This attraction is free to visit.
For more information, visit the National Museums Scotland website.
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat is the result of volcanic activity millions of years ago. It offers a fantastic view of the city below, and it's free to visit and climb. See if you can spot Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle and many other iconic sites from the top.
For more information, visit the Earth Trekker's website.
Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
Enjoy a visit filled with surprises as you explore over 100 interactive, hands-on illusions. Head up to the rooftop terrace for the best views in Edinburgh over the city, and discover the Victorian Camera Obscura.
For more information and ticket prices, visit the Camera Obscura website.
Midlothian Snowsports Centre, Hillend
Skiing, snowboarding and snowblading, offering classes to children and adults.
For more information and prices, visit the Midlothian Snowsports Centre website.
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena
EICA is Europe's largest indoor climbing centre. It features world-class climbing walls, a bouldering room and a gym overlooking the main arena.
For more information and prices, visit the EICA website.