Where can I buy...?

Whether you've forgotten something essential or are needing to start from scratch with all the basics, you're never too far from a shop in Nottingham. Here's a list of retailers we think you'll find useful.

Basics

There's plenty of large supermarkets in and around Nottingham. Here are three in Beeston;

• Sainsbury’s - Sells quality food and drink as well as other regular household items. They also offer in-store shopping, collections and deliveries (as you’ll find most major supermarket chains do).

• Tesco Extra - Another supermarket, similar to Sainsbury’s but with the added bonus of being open until 12:00am. You may also find the price points are slightly more competitive than Sainsbury’s and the range of goods more extensive. This store also has its own pharmacy.

• Lidl - Offers a more cost-effective choice for your food shopping.  If you're on Jubliee Campus, your closet Lidl is on Midland Way.

International Cuisine

Nottingham is an ethnically and culturally diverse city with plenty of shops specialising in various international cuisines. Also, some of the major supermarket chains (mentioned above) stock a modest range of international food produce.

We asked our international students to tell us where they go to get a taste of home, see the places they recommend marked on this map.

Pharmaceuticals

Many of the local supermarkets sell over-the-counter medications and the larger stores often have a pharmacy. But whilst you're on campus, there is a Boots pharmacy in Cripps Health Care Centre.

Household Goods

There's a wide choice of homeware shops, to suit a range of budgets, in and around the city:

• Home Bargains - As the name suggests, all manner of home bargains can be found here under one roof. These stores are handy when you need basic household items quickly and without breaking the bank. 

• Argos - A simple and efficient way to buy all manner of household items, gifts and leisure goods.

• IKEA - our closest IKEA is a bus ride away from campus, you can use Nottingham City Transport's journey planner to find the best route for you.