We can't quite believe it, but that's a wrap on semester one! It's been so lovely to see so many of you getting involved in the Leeds Beckett University community this year! Whether you've joined a society or student community, volunteered, or helped represent your fellow students, thanks so much for all your hard work. Now is the perfect time to take some time for yourself to relax and unwind over the winter break.
With that in mind, here at LBSU we're taking a break too, and we'll be back in the New Year ready to welcome you back on campus! The Hives are now closed for the winter break, and will be ready to welcome you back with a cosy cup of Starbucks in the New Year!
Please note that the university will also be closing at 5pm Thursday 21 December and will reopen at 9am Wednesday 3 January.
If you're leaving your term time address for the winter break, be sure to check out our article on tips and tricks to ensure your property is safe and secure whilst you're away here.
We hope you have a lovely break full of festive fun and that you enjoy your time off! We'll see you in semester two 
Students' Union Closures
Advice Service: Please note the service will be closed from 21 December until 8 January 2024 for the Winter Break. Emails will be responded to in order of date received on return to the office. Below is some information about support over the Christmas break:
Find guidance on the Mitigation procedure here: https://www.leedsbeckettsu.co.uk/advice/mitigations
For Housing advice or information visit: https://england.shelter.org.uk/get_help
The Hive: Our Students' Union bar and social space will be closed from Wednesday 13th December. We will reopen on Monday 8 January for the new term. Our opening times for the first 3 weeks (w/c 8/1 ,15/1, 22/1) will be 9am to 4pm, food served 10am to 2pm. The venue is available for bookings outside of these times.
Welcome Desk: Our Welcome Desk will close on Friday 15 December at 4pm and re-open on Monday 22 January at 10am. The Welcome Team will be available digitally from 18 to 21 December, after which time we will close for the Winter Break. When we come back from the break, the digital service will be available from 8 January 2024 and the team will be available in line within our opening hours.
Activities Team: Volunteering including Enterprise services will close Friday 15 December. Eco Soup and Shop Zero will close for the Winter Break and reopen on 29 January 2024. Support to societies will close Thursday 21 December and reopen on Monday 8 January.
Support during the break
Out of Hours Support and Emergency Information page has resources on support services including if you are at risk of domestic abuse, forced marriage or have been sexually assaulted.
The Chaplaincy team is providing out-of-hours crisis support and you can request this by calling 07780 613862 and a chaplain will answer your call or get back to you as soon as possible.
Leeds Domestic Violence Service supporting all those living in Leeds affected by domestic violence and abuse to understand their experience and access support.
Karma Nirvana supporting individuals at risk of forced marriage or honour-based abuse (helpline available until 17.00 on the 22 December, re-opening on the 28 December at 09.00. An additional closure is in place on the 31st December and 1st January, re-opening at 09.00 on the 2 January 2024).
Victim Support are dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents across England and Wales.
Student Space is a national support service from Student Minds and will be available throughout the Christmas period, offering telephone, web chat and text-based support, including evenings and weekends. Their website also has resources on coping during the Christmas break.
If you are staying in Leeds, we recommend that you visit MindWell where you can find information on the support available to you over the Christmas period. MindWell also has up to date information about Urgent Help as well as useful resources to help you take care of your wellbeing.
If you feel you need to speak to someone sooner and are concerned about your health or wellbeing, it is important that you contact your GP or NHS 111 for advice.
If you are having a mental health crisis, you can call a local NHS mental health helpline for 24-hour advice and support: Find a local NHS urgent mental health helpline