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Welcome to Bristol Debating Union!
What is Bristol Debating Union? We are a dynamic and diverse community passionate about debating a wide array of topics, from law to sports, using the British parliamentary format. As the university's only competitive debating society with over 60 years of rich history, we pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming environment for everyone.
Who can join? Everyone is welcome! Whether you're a seasoned debater or a complete beginner, you'll find a supportive space to enhance your public speaking, logical thinking, and teamwork skills. Our dedicated trainers and friendly members are here to help you every step of the way.
What do we do? We offer two training sessions each week:
- Monday evenings at 6:30, in G25 in the Wills Memorial building
- Wednesday afternoons at 2:30, in G25 in the Wills Memorial building
Social Events and Activities: After our Monday training sessions, we unwind with a pub trip to our sponsor, The White Harte, just a 2-minute walk from our training venue. It's the perfect way to relax and socialize after a stimulating debate. Before our Wednesday sessions, we go for coffee at the Senate cafe.
We also organize a variety of weekly social events, including:
- Pub trips
- Coffee mornings
- Drunk debates
- Quizzes
- Public debates
- Challenges
- Ice-skating (winter :))
- An annual Christmas formal
Join us for a blend of intellectual growth and social fun! We look forward to welcoming you to the Bristol Debating Union community.
Memberships:
Early bird membership offer of £15 for a membership lasting the entire year! (ending late September 2024)
Annual membership £19
Membership entitles you to training sessions, attending competitions and socials.
If you want to join BDU but are struggling financially, you can apply for the SU's activity hardship fund which could potentially cover up to £100 of your costs.
Training sessions:
Monday Evening: 18:30 - 20:30, G25 in Wills Memorial Building
Wednesday Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30, G25 in Wills Memorial Building
Contact details:
For more information and updates on Bristol debating union, follow us here:
- Facebook - @bristoldebating union
- Instagram - @bristoldebatingunion
- Email - bducommittee@gmail.com (for business enquiries or otherwise)
We look forward to meeting you!
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Terms and conditions
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Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
