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.
ResLife Events
Thursday 13 March, 5.30pm - The Chocolatarium tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chocolatarium! Students must email us any dietary requirements.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, dietary requirements, student number and flat address.
Thursday 27 March, 6.30pm - Karaoke night at Fountain Park
Enjoy karaoke with friends at Fountain Park. Meet at Bainfield reception at 6.30pm.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 3 April, 7pm - Crochet club and snacks
Unwind with our crochet club and enjoy free snacks. Taking place in Bainfield Common Room.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 10 April, 7pm - Easter cupcake decoration night and competition
Decorate some cupcakes for Easter in Bainfield Common Room. Best cupcake wins a £30 Amazon voucher!
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 24 April, 6.30pm - Bowling and burger night
Play some tenpin bowling with friends while enjoying a free cheese burger and fries at Fountain park! Residents must bring student ID to enter. Meet at Bainfield reception at 6.30pm.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 1 May, 7pm - Crochet club and snacks
Unwind with our crochet club and enjoy free snacks. Taking place in Bainfield Common Room.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 22 May, 6.30pm - Spring cupcake decoration night and competition
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
Thursday 29 May, 7pm - Spring party: Bingo prizes and free pizza
Enjoy some prize bingo and free pizza in Bainfield Common Room for our Spring party.
Event is free but spaces are limited. Book your spot by emailing reslife@napier.ac.uk with your name, student number and flat address.
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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Places to visit in Edinburgh
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.