Rubber duck takes a dive


While the Great Hall was buzzing with life last Wednesday as the ales flowed, Solus kept its doors closed and Rubber Duck was cancelled.

The new clubs that have opened in the city centre have been stiff competition for Rubber Duck. Wednesday nights in Solus used to be sell-out nights as the BUSA and IMG teams came out in full force after an afternoon of matches. The sense of team spirit (and team rivalry) was the essence of Rubber Duck, and it is a shame to see that spirit fade.


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Beer and Cider Festival


Last week’s Beer and Cider Festival was once again a massive success. As the print deadline looms the total amount raised for charity at the event is estimated around £4000 – whoever said drinking was bad?

It is sad news from Dani Welter that the event may not take place again next year on account of increasing costs. The retractable seating that is to be installed in the Great Hall over the Easter break will also impact the running of the event with lectures over the hall. So with added costs of beer and the prospect of having to hire an external space to house the event it does seem overwhelmingly to appear as though the 11th Beer and Cider Festival will be the last.


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