Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Make Your Space a Winter Wonderland
- What Students Do in Preston at Christmas
- Create Your Own Christmas Traditions
- Movies for Christmas, but Make It a Marathon
- Feel Connected and Give Back
- A Special Christmas Despite Being Different
Introduction
As the first semester wraps up and festive playlists start playing everywhere, it can only mean one thing: Christmas in Preston has arrived!
While many students head home for the holidays, you might be one of those who plan to stay put in your student accommodation in Preston this winter. It can be a bittersweet experience to spend Christmas away from home; exciting, yet a little strange. Preston has everything you need to make your holiday season memorable, unique, comfortable, and unexpectedly unforgettable.
Make Your Space a Winter Wonderland
Christmas begins with atmosphere, and your studio is the ideal place to create it. It’s your time to add a festive yet personal touch to your space. The atmosphere can be instantly lifted with a small Christmas tree, sparkling fairy lights, or even a few festive cushions.
There are several reasonably priced stores in Preston’s city centre, such as B&M and Home Bargains, so you don’t have to go over budget. If you enjoy getting crafty, you can also make your own decorations.
What Students Do in Preston at Christmas
Even if Preston is comparatively quieter during the holiday period, the city’s charm is undeniable during Christmas. On chilly winter evenings, the city’s Christmas markets and seasonal activities offer a perfect mix of warmth and festive excitement. A simple way to experience the Christmas mood is to take a stroll around the Flag Market, which has food stalls, hot drinks, and seasonal music.
Enjoy the simple pleasure of strolling down the street with a hot chocolate in hand, meeting new people, making friends, and staying warm. The little things often give the season its magic and make it feel truly comforting.
Create Your Own Christmas Traditions
Being able to create your own customs is one of the best aspects of staying in student housing during Christmas holidays. You can organise a communal Christmas dinner with your flatmates; it doesn’t necessarily need to be elaborate to be festive, whether it’s a simple shared meal at your place or sitting down together for some fun activities.
Student kitchens are ideal for vegetarian nut roasts, pasta bakes, and turkey sandwiches. Making a gingerbread house or a batch of festive brownies may also turn into an evening full of music, laughter, and friendly rivalry if baking is more your style.
Movies for Christmas, but Make It a Marathon
Spending Christmas in student accommodation in Preston definitely calls for a film night, as it is one of the best ways to feel cosy, just like when you’re home!
Get some popcorn, pull out the blankets, and settle in for a marathon of Christmas films. There is something for everyone, from Home Alone and Elf to Love Actually (or even Die Hard, if you’re daring). Watching alongside your flatmates and friends makes the occasion cosier and reminds us that Christmas is about more than just where you spend it.
Feel Connected and Give Back
Volunteering is another fantastic way to spend your holiday doing something worthwhile during student holidays UK. Over Christmas, Preston’s local charities frequently require extra help, and volunteering your time can be immensely rewarding.
Giving back to others can shift your perspective and make the season feel more fulfilling, richer, and more connected, without making you feel sad about not being home.
A Special Christmas Despite Being Different
Student accommodation Christmas celebrations don’t have to be depressing or lonely for students who can’t make it home during this holiday season. You can make it an unforgettable Christmas with a bit of ingenuity, fantastic company, and the allure of Preston surrounding you.
At UrbanHub, your accommodation should feel like home year-round, not just during the academic year. We hope this Christmas, wherever you are, is full of love, joy, and treasured memories.
