The Old Fire Station

Your iconic student nightclub, located right outside your halls

Outside view of The Old Fire Station nightclub in Bournemouth

 

36 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8AD

The Old Fire Station is a unique 1200 capacity nightclub and 550 capacity live music venue in the heart of Bournemouth. From legendary club nights to live gigs and student only nights it has become an iconic venue on the south coast. 

Since 1995 the venue has acted as nightclub and music venue for the Students' Union at Bournemouth University, while also being open to members of the public for a variety of gigs and events throughout the year.

The Old Fire Station is also home to Lollipop - the UKs longest running student only club night and remains a tradition that every BU & AUB student has to experience. With an exciting lineup of live gigs and events throughout the year for everyone, there’s always something new to discover at The Old Fire Station.

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Events

Enter & Drumfunk Classics ‘Bank Holiday Special’
29th August
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Robert Arkins Commitments
5th September
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The Selecter
12th September
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Lollipop Welcome Party
18th September
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Live , Laugh , Lolli
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FRESHERS MASH UP THE GAFF featuring Arrdee
19th September
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SUBU Street Fair
20th September
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The perfect way to kick off your uni experience!
Old Fire Station | BU Freshers

Looking to hire The Old Fire Station?

The Old Fire Station is available to hire for students and external organisations, from society nights and club events to gigs, private parties and corporate events.

We regularly host student society events, including USB nights, and our experienced events team can help bring events of all sizes to life.

With three fully equipped spaces, you can hire the room that works for you. With state-of-the-art tech and a knowledgeable events team, we are able to cater for a wide range of events and purposes.

For external hire, use the button below to find out more. If you're a student looking to hire The Old Fire Station, visit our website via the button below and get in touch with the team to start planning your event.

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Want to work at The Old Fire Station?

We recruit new student staff each August. Check out our jobs page to see any current vacancies available.

 

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