West Midlands

Student life in Birmingham

206 places students use in Birmingham: accommodation, eating out, cafés, pubs and bars, gyms, supermarkets, barbers and banks. Independents first. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Student picks include BOM Cafe for coffee, 1000 Trades for eating out and Creation Climbing Centre & Skate Park for fitness.

Universities: University of Birmingham, Aston, Birmingham City.

UniMove operate in Birmingham on Mondays, every week.

Fig. 1. UniMove student storage

Store your things in Birmingham over the holidays

UniMove collects your things from your room, stores them safely over the holidays and brings them back when you return. Door to door, packed and labelled, one price paid up front.

UniMove operate in Birmingham on Mondays, every week.

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One all-in price covers collection, storage and return. See it before you pay.

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Where do students eat, drink and train in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 206 businesses across 9 categories in Birmingham for students at University of Birmingham, Aston, Birmingham City, independents first. Independent picks include BOM Cafe for coffee, 1000 Trades for eating out, Creation Climbing Centre & Skate Park for fitness. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Can UniMove collect and store my things in Birmingham?

Yes. UniMove collect from your room in Birmingham on Mondays each week, store your things over the holidays and bring them back when you return, door to door. Enter your details in the booking tool for your day and one all-in price before you pay.

What are the best cafes for students in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 cafes and coffee shops in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include BOM Cafe, BRIG Café at The Warehouse and CG's Cafe. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best places to eat out for students in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 restaurants and takeaways in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include 1000 Trades, Alam and Albert's Schloss. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What gyms are there for students in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 gyms and fitness centres in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include Creation Climbing Centre & Skate Park, Depot Climbing and Redpoint Climbing Centre. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What are the best pubs and bars for students in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 pubs and bars in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include 40 St Paul's, Bonehead and Cleary's. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best barbers and beauty salons for students in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 barbers and beauty salons in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include Beauty Made, Jakes Barbers and Stunnerz Beauty. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which supermarkets are near the university in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 supermarkets and grocery shops in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include Day In Supermarket, Day In Supermarket and Masala Bazaar Metro. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which letting agents handle student accommodation in Birmingham?

Everything Student lists 25 student lettings agents in Birmingham, independents first. Top independent entries include Dixons, Dixons and Dixons Lettings. Last checked 23 October 2026.

UniMove operate in Birmingham on Mondays, every week. They collect from your room, store over the holidays and bring it back. Get a price →