We’ve tailored drink aware’s
tips with a bit of Winchester knowledge to bring you a guide to having a good night at the SU events…..
http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/
Eating isn’t cheating
Food helps slow the absorption of alcohol, stopping it going to your head too quickly so now’s the time to put those student cooking skills to the test or head down to the canteen to fill up on a homemade, Fairtrade and healthy dinner. Carbs or protein such as pasta, potatoes and chicken are good to eat before or while you're out drinking. They’ll keep you full, and the slow release of energy will help you last the distance and ensure you can even enjoy the last cheesy song at Bop and dance until the end at flirt.
Drinking before you go out?
If you drink too much, too early, you’re much more likely to miss out on the proper night. There’s nothing wrong in waiting until you’re out to have your first alcoholic drink –
But if you and your new housemates have all got some pre-drinks in, alternate them with some water or soft drinks so you stay hydrated for the night ahead. Keep an eye on your home pouring too, especially when it comes to spirits.
Pub/bar single shot measures are 25ml, which doesn’t look like a lot in a glass so don’t be fooled into over-pouring. Why not order one of our alcohol unit measure cups for your new house?
It’s not a race, drink at your own pace
It takes up to an hour for your body to process
each unit of alcohol. So have a break between drinks. Skinny, short, male, female... everyone copes with alcohol differently, so why try and keep up with your mates? Save face (and money) by sticking to smaller rounds with a couple of mates or avoid rounds altogether. Turning down a drink is much less embarrassing than throwing one up.
Finish your drink too quickly and you'll feel pressured to get
another. Instead, make your drink (and your night) last longer. Chat, sip,snack, drink water, get some fresh air and chat some
more.
Looking good, my friend
If one of you does overdo it, make sure you know the difference between a bit too much and alcohol poisoning, and what to do if it’s really serious. Don’t hesitate to ask the bar staff for water or talk to someone if you are worried about yourself or a friend.
Mine’s a pint…of water
If you stop drinking alcohol before the end of the evening and get some water in, your body can get a head start sorting itself out, which means getting home safely and less chance of a hangover tomorrow. Drink a glass or two of water when you get home too - you’ll thank yourself in the morning!
Remember, get watered NOT Slaughtered!
Sticking together
Make sure you leave the pub or Student Union in pairs or as a group. If someone's disappeared don't assume they've pulled, find out for sure. Don’t leave anyone behind. It's not just the girls who need to watch out - lone blokes can attract trouble too. So keep a mate with you and try not to spend
too much time hanging about at the end of the night. Please make sure you leave the venue quietly, you may have enjoyed your night out but our neighbours are enjoying their sleep! Remember, silent students happy homes, we don’t wantto lose our licence and subsequently be unable to we hold Bop and Flirt every week due to noise complaints!
Winchester is regarded a safe city, however, make sure that you still use a licenced taxi at the end of the night!
Wessex:
01962877749
City Taxis:
01962841212
Wintax:
01962878727
Alternatively, make use of our FREE safety bus that is run by our lovely student volunteers. The bus starts to run half an hour before the end of the night, and will drop you home whether you live in bar end, Winnall or in Stanmore.