Speed Jigsaw Night at Polden Common Room

Date

20 Nov 2026

Time

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Price

FREE

Location

Polden Commons

Location

Polden Commons

ResLife Ollie

Every piece counts

Race against the clock

Round off the week with a puzzle showdown at Polden Common Room. Speed Jigsaw Night is a race to the final piece, and only the quickest puzzler will claim the win.

It's a timed competition to see who can complete their jigsaw the quickest. Sort the edges, hunt for that one missing corner and race to place the final piece. It's surprisingly competitive, and the last few pieces always cause a scramble. There are small prizes for the fastest puzzlers, and snacks to keep you going.

Some people love the edges, some go straight for the sky, and some just like to supervise. Whatever your strategy, it's a relaxed and sociable way to start your weekend.

No puzzle experience needed. Come with your flatmates for some friendly rivalry, or come along on your own and meet some new people.

Ready, set, puzzle.

Polden Common Room is on the ground floor of Polden B Block, next to the Polden Cafe and just along from the West Accommodation Centre. The room is fully accessible with step-free access and a range of booth and table seating. There are accessible toilets on the same floor.

ResLife Ambassadors will be there to welcome you. You'll be able to recognise them in their light blue RLA hoodies and t-shirts with the ResLife logo on.

You can find out more about Polden Common Room here.

There will be some unstructured time at the start while people arrive. If you're coming on your own, our RLAs will happily introduce you to others or find you a seat.

Everyone will be timed completing their jigsaw, and the quickest will win a small prize. Not into racing? You're welcome to work on a puzzle at your own pace instead.

The room may get a little noisy as the clock ticks down. If you need a quieter spot or a break, just let one of our RLAs know and they'll be happy to help.

Snacks will be available, and all allergens will be clearly labelled.

If you would like to attend more events like this one, make sure to check the ResLife Events page regularly for our latest updates.

For more ways to connect, you can see events hosted by the SU here, as well as information on societies and how you can join.

Please note:

We have photographers and film-makers at some of our events to capture footage to share online and for use in future promotional materials. If you don't want to be featured, please inform a member of the ResLife Team.