Middlesbrough and the region
Living and studying in Middlesbrough
Our main campus is in the heart of Middlesbrough, a friendly town with all the shops, restaurants, cinemas, pubs, clubs, sports and museums you would expect - and an art gallery and bridge that are a little more surprising.
Things to do in Middlesbrough and Tees Valley
Take a look at some of the many things you can do in Middlesbrough whilst studying at Teesside University.
Take a look at some of the many things you can do in the Tees Valley region whilst studying at Teesside University.
Follow our students
Follow our students as they take you to some of their favourite places and hidden gems in the area.
I love hanging out with friends in Yarm, catching up over a coffee or a few cocktails on a weekend.
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- Mockingbird Deli, Yarm – a local deli selling quality Italian meats, cheeses, olives and Italian pastries.
- The House, Yarm– designer clothing with top brands for men and women.
- The Keys, Yarm– a popular nightclub with illuminated dancefloor, restaurant and outside terrace.
- Preston-Park, Stockton-on-Tees – explore parkland, take a river walk or hire a rowing boat.
- David Lloyd Leisure, Stockton-on-Tees - state-of-the-art gym, indoor and outdoor tennis, and heated swimming pools. grounds.
- Saltburn-by-the-sea – a stunning seaside town with Victorian charm.
I love the outdoors so it’s great living in Middlesbrough – kayaking, horse riding and surfing, or just different places for a nice walk.
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- Errington Woods, New Marske – a community woodland with Local Nature Reserve status.
- North York Moors – 5550m2 of national parkland in North Yorkshire with crags, caves and stone-built villages.
- Tees Barrage, Stockton-on-Tees – white water rafting, paddle boarding, powerboat trips, bell boating and raft building, plus an air trail, nature reserve and café.
- Dorman Museum, Middlesbrough – a local and social history museum showcasing the heritage of the town and housing works by Victorian industrial designer Christopher Dresser.
- Middlesbrough Central Public Library – opened in 1912, it provided a lending library where boys' and girls' sections were separated by a screen and a ladies' reading room.
- Saltburn-by-the-sea – a stunning seaside town with Victorian charm.
There's never a dull moment in Middlesbrough – there’s always a crowd going to the match or for a famous Teesside parmo
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- Middlehaven and Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough – home to Middlesbrough Football Club.
- Orange Pip Market, Middlesbrough – the traditional marketplace transformed into a 21st-century carnival of pop-up bars and eateries, live music, arts and performance.
- KU Bar, Stockton – an established live music venue hosting touring bands and local talent.
- The Twisted Lip, Middlesbrough – a micropub specialising in handpicked international beers and craft ales.
- Saltburn-by-the-sea – a stunning seaside town with Victorian charm.
I’m an international student and I’ve loved exploring everything the region has to offer – there’s so much to do.
More information:
- Albert Park, Middlesbrough – a nearby park with a boating lake, roller skating, café, fishing platforms and tennis courts.
- Bottle of Notes, Middlesbrough – public art designed by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen.
- mima, Middlesbrough – part of Teesside University, Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art integrates exhibitions and collection displays with community-focused initiatives.
- North Ormesby market – specialist stalls, seafood, fruit and veg, clothing and household goods.
- Preston Park Museum, Stockton-on-Tees – a Georgian mansion with exhibits on local life, a recreated Victorian Street and riverside grounds.
- Butterfly World, Stockton-on-Tees – a tropical rainforest hothouse for multiple butterfly species and reptiles.
- Saltburn-by-the-sea – a stunning seaside town with Victorian charm.
Tees Valley
From the working docks of the Tees Estuary to the area's vibrant towns and glorious countryside, this is a place where old and new, urban and rural, and culture and commerce converge. We've got top surf, a national park on the doorstep plus unique shopping and culture, bars and famous clubs.
CuriosiTees
Download CuriosiTees, our publication for those curious about exploring Middlesbrough and the region's hidden gems.
