±á±ð°ù±ð’s a rundown of useful information, including the opening times of our campus facilities and events you can get involved with over the spring break (Monday 31 March – Sunday 27 April).Ìý

24/7 support via The Student Hub
The Student Hub will remain available 24/7 via telephone, and email, including during the Easter Bank Holidays and University closure days (Wednesday 16 –ÌýMonday 21 April inclusive). If you would like to see one of our team members in person, The Student Hub in Building 37 on Highfield Campus will be open from 08:00-20:00 throughout the break, and the dedicated wellbeing service will continue to be available 24/7 for walk-ins.Ìý
The Student Hub sites at Avenue Campus, Winchester School of Art, Sir James Matthews, and NOCS will be closed from Friday 28 March and will reopen on Monday 28 April.Ìý
For guidance on practical matters, the can provide free, independent, and confidential advice and information. While the team are unavailable from Wednesday 16 to Monday 21 April, you can outside of this period.
Where to study and take a breakÌý

Our Library opening times vary throughout the spring break. The Hartley Library and Health Services Library will be open every day except for Easter Sunday (Sunday 20 April), while Winchester School of Art Library will be closed during the University closure days (Wednesday 16 – Monday 21 April) – the National Oceanographic Library will be closed during the Spring break period. The Building 100 and Sir James Matthews study spaces will also be open on weekdays. .Ìý
If you would like to take a study break and get something to eat or drink, or simply prefer to study in a café environment, the following Campus Kitchen outlets are also available during the break:
| Catering outletÌý | Spring break opening timesÌý |
| InterchangeÌý | 08:00-16:00Ìý |
| StarbucksÌýÌý | 08:00-16:00Ìý |
| WSA CaféÌý | 08:30-16:00Ìý |
| Avenue CaféÌý | 08:30-16:00Ìý |
| The Artisan (Sir James Matthews)Ìý | 08:00-16:00Ìý |
| ArlottÌý | 08:00-17:00Ìý |
| NOCS Cafe | Closed |
| TerraceÌýÌý | 11:30-14:00Ìý |
| The Atrium (Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre)ÌýÌý | 08:00-15:00 weekdaysÌý
08:00-14:00 Saturday onlyÌý |
All Campus Kitchen outlets will be closed during the University closure days (Wednesday 16 – Monday 21 April). The B85 Café, Piazza and Lounge Café will be closed throughout the break.Ìý
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Academic support and resourcesÌýÌý
The Academic Skills Service can provide support and resources for your academic needs. From (including ) to assignment writing and skills guides, there is plenty to explore on the .ÌýÌý
You can also speak to the specialist team at one of their , or . Please note, the team will be unavailable from Monday 14 April to Monday 21 April.Ìý
IT supportÌýÌý
University IT support services, including Tech Hubs and ServiceLine, will be closed from Wednesday 16 April to Monday 21 April. During the spring break, you can still receive support for your devices at the usual opening times outside of this closure period.Ìý
for more information on the services you can access during the break, including the steps you can take to minimise disruption for your devices.Ìý
Keep active with Southampton Sport and Be ActiveÌý

Southampton Sport facilities will be open throughout the spring break to help you stay active, however from Wednesday 16 April to Monday 21 April, opening hours will differ. The Jubilee Sports and Recreation Centre and Mayflower Gym will be closed on Sunday 20 April only. Check the Southampton Sport website for the scheduled opening hours of all venues and facilities. Ìý
You can also join a free Be Active session to enjoy a fun sport with other students during the break. Outside of the closure period (Wednesday 16Ìý–ÌýMonday 21 April), the following sessions will run every week on Highfield Campus (full details on the ):ÌýÌý
- Tuesdays, 13:00-15:00 – Badminton and PickleballÌýÌý
- Thursdays, 16:00-17:00 – BadmintonÌýÌý
- Thursdays, 17:30-18:30 – Fun Frisbee (outdoors)ÌýÌý
Events and activitiesÌý
If you are staying in Southampton or Winchester over the spring break, there are various events and activities for you to get involved with, whether you want to meet other students or take a break from your studies.ÌýÌý
| Tuesday 25 March, 11:00Ìý |
¸£Àû×ÅÆ¬ hidden chocolate eggs around Hartley Library, NOC Library, WSA Library and the Health Services Library.Ìý |
| Wednesday 26 – Friday 28 MarchÌý |
If you live in halls, there will be plastic eggs hidden around all halls sides (both inside and outside) – find one, scan the QR code, and take it to reception to claim a free chocolate egg.Ìý Ìý |
| Tuesday 1 and Friday 4 April, 14:30-16:00ÌýÌý |
Take a break with some crafts at The Student Hub (Tuesday 1 April, Highfield B37) or Erasmus Park Common Room (Friday 4 April, Winchester).ÌýÌý |
| Friday 11 and 25 April, 15:00-17:00ÌýÌý |
Come along to The Student Hub (Highfield B37) for an afternoon of food, drinks, and games.ÌýÌý |
| Thursday 17 April, 11:00-12:30ÌýÌý |
Join our Student Ambassadors for a guided walking tour, or alternatively .ÌýÌý |
| Saturday 19 April, 14:00-17:00ÌýÌý |
Enjoy an afternoon of mindful painting in The Student Hub – all materials will be provided.Ìý |
To find out more about the events above, as well as other activities taking place in the next few weeks in both Southampton and Winchester, make sure you check the .Ìý