Freshers’ week is a notoriously chaotic time as new students head to university.
It’s the time to make new friends and adapt to a completely new environment - and this can be exciting and terrifying at the same time.
Luckily, to ease nerves and help students settle in, there are a range of shopping offers across Leeds.
Trinity Leeds in the city centre is hosting a Student Shopper Sweep on September 24 from 11am-7pm, offering competitions, exclusive discounts, and plenty of freebies too.
Elsewhere in the city, freshers can expect to find bargain drinks, tech deals, and even 25% off glasses.
Here is our round-up of 13 of the top student deals to look out for in September 2026.
1. Rosa's Thai
Alongside 20% off for students all year round, Rosa's Thai is offering free Rosa's Ya Dom to the first 100 students who dine in on September 24. The pocket-sized herbal remedy may come in handy for stuffy noses, fatigue, or nausea. 📍 Trinity Leeds, city centre
2. Greggs
Greggs customers with a valid student ID can get a bonus freebie when buying a full sandwich deal. Options to pick from include a sausage roll, a vegan roll, a cheese and onion bake, or a sweet treat 📍 City centre/Harehills/Chapel Allerton/Bramley | Simon Hulme
3. The Original Oak
The Original Oak is offering students £2.50 drinks with options including Smirnoff Ice, Sex on the Beach, or a range of pints. The offer is valid on Sunday to Friday throughout Freshers. Student ID is required📍 Otley Road, Headingley | Google
4. Krispy Kreme
Donut shop Krispy Kreme is offering buy one get one free on all shakes until September 27. Students can also get 12% off using StudentBeans. 📍 Trinity Leeds, city centre | Krispy Kreme
5. Schuh
Shoe store Schuh offers students 20% off purchases when a valid ID is shown. Brands on sale include New Balance, Nike, and Crocs. 📍 Trinity Leeds, city centre/White Rose Shopping Centre, Beeston
6. Specsavers
If you head to Specsavers with a student ID, you can get 25% off glasses worth £70 or more. The offer also includes designer styles over £100. 📍City centre/ Headingley/ Kirkstall/ Beeston/ Cross Gates | Specsavers/Google