UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH ACCOMMODATION
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH ACCOMMODATION
We offer a great variety of halls to suit all budgets and requirements and provide a safe and friendly environment for our students. Located either on campus or in our nearby student village, all of our halls are just a stone’s throw away from city centre amenities, lecture theatres and public transport.
We want you to enjoy living and studying in Plymouth, build lifelong friendships and feel fully supported during your time with us.
Each year we review our accommodation offer, however, this brochure will be able to provide you with an overview of the accommodation options available to 2026 applicants. This is subject to change for 2027 entry.
WHAT’S IT LIKE LIVING IN HALLS?
“You’re living in such a tightknit community that it is really easy to make friends with people in your halls. You meet people not only in your flat but also from the flat across from you, above and below you.”
Heather Barter
“I’ve made so many new friends living in halls, it’s the best way to meet people when you start university.”
Katie Bradley
FRANCIS DRAKE
LOCATION
FACILITIES
Francis Drake is conveniently situated in the middle of the vibrant University campus. The hall is only five minutes away from the city centre and seconds away from the Students’ Union, library and lecture theatres. It also has the very popular campus restaurant Drake’s Kitchen next door, so if you fancy a break from cooking it is the ideal place.
“I honestly loved living in halls and I don’t think I know anyone who wouldn’t say the same” Kathryn, Current Student
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities
• We clean communal kitchen areas for you, take delivery of your all-important parcels and have an on-site maintenance service
• Lift to all floors.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Single and Double rooms in shared flats of between three to ten people
• All rooms have a bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and a convenient wet room en suite
• Kitchens include fridge/freezer, oven (combi oven in studio flats) and hob
• Microwave, kettle, toaster and ironing board
• Double facilities are provided in the flats of more than six people (two fridges and two ovens/hobs).
GILWELL
MANAGED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
LOCATION
If you’re looking for value for money and a sociable atmosphere, then Gilwell Hall is ideal for you. Having recently undergone refurbishment, it’s situated in the Student Village directly opposite the main University campus. Your cluster flat features standard rooms with shared kitchens and shower –rooms benefitting from weekly cleaning – so you have less time worrying about cleaning and more time to enjoy university life! Gilwell has a really strong community feel and it’s a great place to meet new people and relish University life. With the city centre literally on your doorstep, you’ll find everything you need within a few minutes’ walk.
FACILITIES
• Sociable Village Location
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities. We clean communal kitchen and bathroom areas for you, take delivery of your allimportant parcels and have an on-site maintenance service.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Shared flats of five or six people.
“I wanted to be in University accommodation as it’s financially safer. I chose to live in Gilwell, where my room is perfectly formed. The Bathroom is really clean, and having cleaners coming in every week is great. Gilwell is great value for the price and I have everything I need. The location is awesome as I’m close to the local shops and really close to Uni.”
Lara – Gilwell Hall
• All rooms have a single bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and a vanity basin
• Kitchens include fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster and ironing board
• Shared bathrooms consist of communal shower rooms and shared WCs
• All communal areas are cleaned by our housekeeping team.
MARY NEWMAN LOCATION
Mary Newman is conveniently situated in the middle of the vibrant University campus. The hall is only five minutes’ walk away from the city centre and seconds away from the Students’ Union, library, gym and lecture theatres. Nearby is the lovely Drake’s Reservoir with its own café and gardens to relax in.
FACILITIES
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities
• We clean communal kitchen areas for you, take delivery of your all-important parcels and have an on-site maintenance service
• Lift to all floors.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Single and double rooms in shared flats of five or ten people
“ I chose Mary Newman because I heard that there would be a lot of first years living there. I wanted to choose Mary Newman because it was newer, it’s on campus, close to the library and I wanted to be social, so that’s why I chose it.”
Annette Serrao – Mary Newman Resident.
• All rooms have a bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and convenient wet room en-suite
• Kitchens include fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster and ironing board
• Double facilities are provided in the flats of more than six people (two fridges and two ovens/hobs).
PILGRIM
MANAGED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
LOCATION
If you choose Pilgrim you’ll be located in the centre of the vibrant Student Village. This is a popular student residential area and is just a five minute walk from the University campus, city centre and trendy cafés.
FACILITIES
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities.
• We clean communal kitchen areas for you, take delivery of your all-important parcels and have an on-site maintenance service.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Shared flats of six, seven or eight people
“You’re in such a tight-knit community in halls, it is really easy to meet people. On the first night the University gave us pizza. There was an interhalls social in the first week and Halloween pumpkin carving. There’s a free movie night every week. There’s always something going on!”
Heather Barter, Media Arts
• All rooms have a bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and convenient wet room en suite
• Kitchens include fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster and ironing board.
MANAGED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
LOCATION
You’ll find Radnor in the Student Village within a five minute walk from the main University campus, city centre and trendy cafés. It has a lovely central courtyard where you can meet up with friends and socialise.
“I chose to live in university-managed halls because I feel like you know what you’re getting with it and it’s quite reliable”
Paula Oben – Radnor Resident
FACILITIES
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities
• We clean communal kitchen areas for you, take delivery of your all-important parcels and have an on-site maintenance service.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Shared flats of six people
• All rooms have a bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and convenient wet room en-suite
• Kitchens include fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster and ironing board.
ROBBINS
MANAGED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
LOCATION
Robbins Hall is located in a very popular student area and is less than a five-minute walk from the University campus, the city centre and nearby popular cafés and bars. Your cluster flat features spacious rooms with shared kitchens and shower-rooms benefitting from weekly cleaning – so you have less time worrying about cleaning and more time to enjoy university life! Some flats in Robbins also benefit from balconies for you to enjoy and socialise on!
“I did a lot of research and made Robbins my first choice. It’s cheap and cheerful. The place feels like it’s lived in and it’s close to campus, close to the village and I have a lovely balcony which is great. It’s really affordable so I have lots of money left over to buy groceries and to go out. Having the first year experience was important to me and living with other people you’ve never met before is brilliant!”
Elsa – Robbins Hall
FACILITIES
• Reliable Wi-Fi on the University Network
• Bike and water sports storage facilities are available on-site
• Laundry facilities on-site for student use
• All inclusive rents – your contract includes 24 hour security, contents insurance, internet and utilities
• We clean communal kitchen and bathroom areas for you, take delivery of your all-important parcels and have an on-site maintenance service.
ROOMS & KITCHENS
• Single loft, standard and en suite bedrooms in flats for four to eight people
• All rooms have a single bed, plenty of storage (some have it under the bed too), shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair, notice board and a handy vanity basin in our Standard and Loft rooms or a spacious shower and bathroom in a en-suite.
• Shared bathrooms consist of communal shower rooms and shared WCs
• All communal areas are cleaned by our housekeeping team.
LIVING IN UNIVERSITYMANAGED HALLS
WHY CHOOSE UNIVERSITY-MANAGED HALLS OF RESIDENCE?
There’s a huge range of benefits that come with living in University-managed halls of residence.
BE AT THE CENTRE OF EVERYTHING!
• Lecture theatres, the library, leisure facilities, the Students’ Union, places to eat and drink and the city centre are all within a few minutes’ walk
• Weekly cleaning of your communal areas
• Fantastic range of accommodation to suit all budgets and requirements
• All bills included (utilities, wifi and contents insurance)
• We’re trusted landlords, with no admin fees or credit checks
• 24/7 campus security
• Dedicated reception and maintenance teams
• Full access to all Residence Life events and activities at no extra cost.
BE PART OF A THRIVING STUDENT COMMUNITY
Being part of a community can help you settle into your new home faster. We provide a range of support and events to ensure that our residents can make the most of their time in halls, and have the best student experience!
‘I chose to live in halls because I wanted to experience the social side of first year and I thought it would be easier to make new friends and meet new people’ Frazer, Gilwell Resident
EXPLORE PLYMOUTH
Here are a few places to visit whilst you are in Plymouth.
ROYAL WILLIAM YARD
‘The Yard’ is home to brilliant restaurants serving internationally inspired food and is host to some of the coolest spots in the City. Look out for the annual open-air cinema or enjoy the amazing views of Mount Edgcumbe Country Park.
THE BARBICAN
Explore the historic cobbled streets of the Barbican, Plymouth’s old town and independent scene. Here you can find the Plymouth Gin Distillery, vintage shops, galleries and eateries.
PLYMOUTH HOE
With unbeatable views across the Sound, Plymouth Hoe is the perfect place to spend a sunny day, enjoying a picnic on the grass or taking a dip in the art deco Tinside Lido. Standing tall on the luscious green-lawned expanse of the Hoe is the iconic Smeaton’s Tower lighthouse. Gaze down at the shoreline and you’ll see the glorious Tinside Lido, open to the public for bathing during the summer months.
PLYMOUTH CITY CENTRE
THE HALLS TEAM
The Halls Team are on duty to provide support to those living in University-managed halls. They run Residence Life events as well as providing advice and support to help you settle in and integrate into University life.
RESIDENCE LIFE EVENTS
To help you settle in and make the most of your time in university-managed halls we have put together an exclusive, free, Residence Life events programme. These events are a fantastic way to meet new like-minded people outside of your course and flat.
HOW TO BOOK FAQs
Bookings are made on a first come, first served basis via our Accommodation Portal. Once the portal opens for bookings, applicants who have made the University of Plymouth their firm first choice on UCAS will receive an invitation to begin their application for accommodation in halls. During Clearing in August you can speak to a member of the call centre about making a booking.
Head to our website to find out more about our halls, current pricing, key booking dates and FAQs.