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Accommodation

Return to halls for 2026/27 FAQ

How applications work when apply to return to halls
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

Best running spots in Southampton
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Lifestyle

Budget-friendly eats in Southampton
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Local Area

Five things to do in Winchester
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Local Area

Five things to do in Southampton
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Local Area

Green spaces near you
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Events

University-wide events

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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

Food

What's cooking?

Discover what's on the Cookery School menu next semester
Food donations
Events

Christmas for a Cause
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Support and advice

Your accommodation instalments
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Accommodation

Your Halls Contract
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Accommodation

Heating in halls
Maintenance: When to submit on Planon
Accommodation

Maintenance: When to submit on Planon
Keeping your halls running smoothly
Accommodation

Keeping your halls running smoothly
How to report maintenance issues

Let us know so we can fix it!

How to stay warm this winter

Budget-friendly tips to keep you nice and cosy

Adapted rooms in halls

Examples of adapted rooms you will find in UoS halls

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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