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The ultimate guide to living in halls

From exploring the city to how to report a maintenance issue, here's everything you need to know

Discover Southampton

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A student's guide to exploring Southampton

Ed shows you around some of the best spots

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Best running spots in Southampton

For all fitness levels 🏃‍♂️

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Budget-friendly eats in Southampton

Eat well without breaking the bank

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Five things to do in Winchester

Everything Winchester has to offer

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Five things to do in Southampton

Make sure to explore our great city

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Green spaces near you

Nature on your doorstep

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University-wide events

Get involved in events open to all students

Halls Guide Books

Archers Road - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Archers Road

City Gateway - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at City Gateway

Erasmus Park - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Erasmus Park

Glen Eyre - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Glen Eyre

Highfield Hall - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Highfield Hall

Mayflower - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Mayflower

Wessex Lane - Halls Guide Book

Your guide to living at Wessex Lane

More Halls Life stories

Heating in halls

Everything you need to know about heating in your halls

Maintenance: When to submit on Planon

Maintenance: When to submit on Planon

Why it's important to report issues promptly

Keeping your halls running smoothly

Keeping your halls running smoothly

Behind the scenes with the maintenance team

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How to report maintenance issues

Let us know so we can fix it!

Winter warmer

Support and advice

How to stay warm this winter

Budget-friendly tips to keep you nice and cosy

Adapted room at Chamberlain

Adapted rooms in halls

Examples of adapted rooms you will find in UoS halls

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Support and advice

Drinking tonight? How to have fun and be safe

Easy tips to have a responsible night out

Staying Warm and Sustainable

Tips for University Students in On-Campus Accommodation

How to do Halloween costumes on a budget

Scarily good savings, and sustainable!

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Accommodation options for returning students

You have plenty of options to suit your lifestyle and budget

You spoke, we listened

We're constantly adapting to enhance your halls experience

Live sustainably in halls

Your guide to greener living