Students set to have a ball as event returns after two years
IT’S coming back . . .
Swansea University Students’ Union is bringing the Swansea Summer Ball back to the Singleton Campus after a two-year break.
Headliners include Shy FX, Jonas Blue, Yung Filly, Dylan, as well as Mania, Europe’s biggest ABBA tribute act.
The ball is being held on Thursday, June 2 in the Abbey Meadow on Singleton Campus.
Lewis Israel, brand and communications manager for Swansea University Students’ Union, said: “In an effort to minimise potential impact to the local community, Swansea Summer Ball will take place before the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday begins.
“There will also be a dedicated phone number for local residents to gain information or raise concerns. This number will be 01792 295000.
“Swansea University Students’ Union will also be periodically measuring sound levels with decibel meters around the community in Uplands, Brynmill and Sketty, and will have a dedicated taxi rank to encourage students to travel home or onto their next venue without disturbing residents.
“In addition to music acts, Swansea Summer Ball will feature a free funfair, food and drink stalls, and the chance to celebrate the end of a more normal-looking academic year with their friends and coursemates.”
Swansea University Students’ Union president Katie Phillips said: “I’m delighted that Swansea Summer Ball will be returning this year to give our students a good send-off before the summer break.
“We understand that events like this can cause concern amongst the local community regarding behaviour. To mitigate this, we are working with partners such as South Wales Police, Swansea Council and St John Ambulance to ensure disturbance is kept to a minimum, and ensure we have a safe, enjoyable and responsible Summer Ball.”
Swansea Summer Ball is the biggest student-only summer ball in Wales. Previous headliners have included Professor Green, Charli XCX, AJ Tracey, and Sigma.