Blog – United Kingdom
fire safety update
United Kingdom - June 27, 2017
Following the tragic incident at Grenfell Tower in London, we are aware that there is increased speculation around the safety of tower blocks. The safety of our residents, staff and visitors, is our highest priority and our comprehensive Fire Safety Management protocols play a key role in providing a safe environment for the length of...
a weekend in barcelona: what to do
United Kingdom - June 19, 2017
Do you want a free weekend away in Barcelona for you and your friends? We’re giving five returning (meaning you lived with us this year, as well as next year) the chance to win a weekend away in Barcelona this October! So what’s involved? The winners will fly out to take part in the international...
the summer before uni: to-do list
United Kingdom - June 16, 2017
It’s the start of your last summer officially living at home. Well, unless you make the reluctant move back after graduation (let’s not think about that yet). You’ve finished your exams and are ready for the three months of freedom before heading off to uni. Three months is a long time, but soon you’ll be...
why summer in your uni town is the best
United Kingdom - June 7, 2017
There are loads of benefits to not heading back to your home town for the summer. No arguing with your brothers and sisters, no parents asking where you’re going and no frustration at the one club in town not being open past 1am. If you’re staying in your uni town or city over the summer,...
what students really get up to in halls
United Kingdom - May 12, 2017
As we approach the end of another academic year, we get ready to say our goodbyes to old residents and say hello to fresh-faced newbies for their September arrival. We’ve witnessed so many memories over the years; friendships forged, hearts broken, drunken freshers with traffic cones on their heads – there really are no boundaries...
mental health: supporting our residents
United Kingdom - May 11, 2017
As a student accommodation provider, we’re regularly made aware of the struggles with mental wellbeing faced by today’s student population. We have worked alongside The Student Room and our charity partner Rethink Mental Illness to conduct research into the realities, causes of and contributing factors to this continuing rise in student mental health issues. 550...
how you can work abroad this summer
United Kingdom - May 9, 2017
Need exciting summer plans to get your through the exam period? Whilst your loan may be running low, your dreams of heading abroad for a couple of months definitely aren’t. So how do you go about an extended holiday without having to beg your family for cash? Here’s your list of options based on how...
free apps for managing your mental health
United Kingdom - May 8, 2017
This week is Mental Health Week, and as one in four students experience issues with their mental wellbeing it’s important to get support wherever you can. Whilst our phones and social media apps are often blamed for our mental health struggles, they can also help keep mentally healthy. But how?! They may not be able to...
looking after your mental health during exams
United Kingdom - May 5, 2017
Exams are one of the biggest causes of student stress. With Mental Health Week just around the corner, it’s seemed like a good time to share some tips on taking care of your mental wellbeing. Whether you just have a couple of exams or you have one what seems like every day, there’s no denying...
you know it’s exam time when…
United Kingdom - April 25, 2017
Exam time – pushing every student to their limits in an attempt to cram an entire semester’s worth of learning into a few weeks. You’ve gone from being fairly optimistic to filled with blind panic. And so has everyone else pacing the library in an attempt to find an all elusive seat. You definitely know...
five recipes for your leftover easter chocolate
United Kingdom - April 21, 2017
If you happened to have more than one visit from the Easter bunny this year (have a big family and generous friends) you probably having a few chocolate eggs knocking around. But are leftover Easter eggs even a thing? Has anyone resisted overindulging for almost a full week?! Strong willed students who need a solution...
studying abroad: where should you go?
United Kingdom - April 18, 2017
Choosing to study abroad is a big decision, especially if you’re going for the full year. You may not have much choice of where to go (if you’re studying Italian, you’ve pretty much got one destination on your list…) but if you do it can be hard to narrow down your options. Do you want...