The area around Lancaster is also ideal for outdoor pursuits such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. Over 80 non-sporting clubs give students the opportunity to meet British students in leisure, musical, academic, or political activities. Lancaster University is a good starting place for exploration of the UK and Europe. Lancaster is only 80 miles from the Scottish border, and London is only a three hour's trip by train. Ireland and continental Europe are easily reached by ferry and train.
Students frequently travel widely on weekends and vacations.