How to spend your DailyBites

Posted 9 months ago

Everything you need to know

DailyBites is money that is put onto your student ID, which you can spend in the cafe and food outlets on campus.

If you are living in catered accommodation, everyone can enjoy the ease of DailyBites, and the allowance will automatically put onto your card as these are included in your accommodation package.

There are over 30 catering outlets, bars, restaurants and cafes across Jubilee and University Park Campus you'll be spoilt for choice.

How much money does DailyBites equal to?

Does the balance roll over?

How can I check my balance?

How do I pay with my DailyBites?

Can I give my card or QR code to anyone else to use?

Is there anything I can’t buy?

What if I lose, forget, misplace or damage my student ID card?

What if my card/app doesn’t work?

What if I'm not living in catered halls?

If you are not living in catered halls, you can buy the Preloader — a lifesaver when you've had a busy day, or the thought of having pasta AGAIN, is too much!

The Preloader offers the convenience of spreading the cost of your food and drink spend. Top up your app balance and spend at participating food and drink outlets across the Campus Retail outlets, Catered Halls and Bars. Non-catered students can easily buy this card to receive fantastic deals.

What is the Preloader?

  • A balance to spend on Food & Drink using an app 
  • Load £50, £100, £350, and £775 
  • Available for non-catered students, staff, and departments to purchase via online portal.
  • Available all year round with no expiry date

What are my perks?

  • 10% off nominated food and drinks at selected cafes and bars
  • 10% discount for non-catered students when purchasing breakfast, brunch, and dinner in catered halls
  • One-off promotions such as 15% discount in library cafes over the exam period
  • Entry into bi-monthly prize draws

How can I pay?

  • Debit or credit card for non-catered students 
  • Parents can pay for it as far as they have the student ID number
  • Once you have received your Student Id number and email address, please contact the accommodation office mid-September to make this purchase.

Whether you're catered or self-catered, we've got a convenient and flexible option for you to enjoy a variety of food and drink outlets on campus. So why not try them all to find your favourite dishes. Bon appétit!