University of Southampton New Arrivals

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Moving out soon?

Take a look at our move-out stories for helpful tips, key reminders and everything you need to make the process as smooth as possible.

New students

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Accommodation

Take a look inside our halls
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Food

Catering outlets on campus
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Lifestyle

Budget-friendly eats in Southampton
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Accommodation

Everything you need to know about your hall
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Local Area

Five things to do in Winchester
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Local Area

Five things to do in Southampton
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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Local Area

A student's guide to exploring Southampton
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Local Area

Best running spots in Southampton
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Local Area

Green spaces near you
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Events

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

Accommodation

Discover Erasmus Park

Everything you need to know about our halls in Winchester
City Gateway
Accommodation

Discover City Gateway
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Accommodation

Discover Glen Eyre
Highfield Hall
Accommodation

Discover Highfield Hall
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Accommodation

Discover Mayflower
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Accommodation

Discover Wessex Lane
Archers Road, Gateley Hall
Accommodation

Discover Archers Road
Accommodation fees and contracts 2026/27

How much will it cost to live in halls?

How group studying can reduce stress

5 reasons you should try a group study session

The Victims' Code: Know your rights

Why every student should understand the Victims' Code

Apply to halls for 2026/27 FAQ

How applications work for new students

Our top 5 study tips

That help make studying a bit more fun

Picking up parcels in halls

Sign, sealed, delivered ✉️

The best picnic spots near you

BYOB (bring your own basket!)

Alcohol-free weekend activities

Sensationally sober exploration in the city