All halls of residence are furnished, but you will need to bring some things with you besides your personal belongings. Remember, you cannot bring any furniture into halls of residence.
What to bring
What we provide
In your bedroom we provide:
- 3ft-wide single bed with mattress (double bed in large single occupancy rooms - Welkin Halls)
- wardrobe with hanging rail
- chest of drawers, desk and chair
- wastepaper bin
- curtains or other window coverings
- desk light and/or bedside lamp
- bookshelf and pinboard.
In communal areas:
- sofa and/or easy chairs
- coffee table(s)
- dining table or breakfast bar
- microwave oven
- two fridge-freezers
- oven with grill and four electric rings
- toaster (not paddock field)
- electric jug kettle
- ironing board and dry iron
- vacuum cleaner
- cleaning equipment (broom, dustpan and brush, mop and bucket)
- TV aerial point in communal area
- communal payphones on site.
What to bring with you
- Basic provisions for the first few days, until you have time to get to the shops
- washing powder or liquid
- bedding and bed linen, including sheets, pillows and duvets or blankets
- towels and tea towels
- crockery – plates, bowls and mugs
- cutlery and cooking utensils, including tin opener and a bottle opener
- pans – a couple of saucepans, frying pan, baking tray
- hairdryer and toiletries.
All electrical equipment you bring must be in good condition and in safe working order. Please remember that you will be sharing accommodation with a number of other students so try not to bring too much.
See further information on electrical appliances and TVs
When you arrive
Your accommodation contract and welcome letter will tell you which hall you have been allocated to and when you should arrive. The arrival times are to help us control traffic and make it easier for you to access your accommodation.
Remember to bring photographic identification (passport or driving licence). Take your identification to the site office so that we can issue you with your key.
When you have received your keys, you will be directed to your room by residence staff. They will also be able to answer any questions you have about the halls and facilities on site or nearby.
Once you have unpacked your things, make yourself at home and meet your new neighbours.
Checking your inventory
You will find an inventory in your study bedroom when you arrive. It is a list of the contents and condition of your room when you move in. It is important you check and complete the inventory and return it to site staff within 24 hours. If there is no inventory in your room, let the staff know immediately.
For more information see living in halls A-Z
