Venue Info
The SU, UPSU, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA
Speed Mates
The SU, Plymouth
From £3.00
Looking to meet people without the awkward small talk? Speed Mates is your go-to social event to kick off the term - think speed dating, but strictly for friendship.
Join us for a fun, low-pressure evening of quickfire chats, laughs, and genuine connections. You’ll rotate through short 1-1 conversations with other students, guided by a friendly host (Josh, President Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business) and some light-hearted icebreakers. Whether you come solo or with flatmates, you’ll leave with new mates and great memories.
🎉 What’s included:
- A free drink on arrival (alcoholic and non-alcoholic available - there is no pressure to drink)
- Name tags, prompt cards and good vibes
- Icebreaker games to get the room buzzing
- Structured speed-friending rounds with four minute chats
- A break to refresh, then more rounds
- Open mingling with music to end the night
👥 Who’s it for?
- First years looking to meet people
- Returning students wanting to expand their circle
- Anyone who wants to make friends without the pressure
Fast chats. New mates. Zero cringe. Let’s make campus feel like home - one conversation at a time.
🎟️ £3 + booking fee in advance, this will get you a free drink on arrival on the night
🕺 Arrive from 7pm for a 7:30pm start