Pittville Student Village Arrival information 2026/27

Pittville Student Village move-in will take place over 3 days:

Pittville Student Village move-in days: Thursday 10, Friday 11 and Saturday 12 September 2026 between 10am and 4pm.

Late Arrivals: If you plan to arrive later than 4pm on Saturday 12 September, please complete this simple form to confirm the details. We will then provide alternative arrival instructions in late August/early September.

Please note that we are unable to accommodate early arrivals.

Why are there three move-in dates for Pittville students? This is due to the number of students arriving, so the move-in process needs to take place over three days.

Booking an arrival slot:

Once you have fully accepted your room offer, you will be able to book an arrival slot within your Halls Portal (see instructions below.) There will be hourly slots available between 10am to 4pm on each move-in day. It is a compulsory requirement to book an arrival slot. There are a limited number of slots per hour to manage the number of people on site at one time. Therefore, we recommend you book early to get your desired slot.

You can access this booking system as follows:

•             Log into your Halls Portal
•             Click the ‘Arrival booking’ tab
•             Select a date and timeslot from those available.

Friends and family should aim to leave site by the end of the booking slot to help control the number of people and vehicles on site.

Where is my halls of residence?

You can plan the journey and find your halls of residence by entering the site postcode into Google Maps:

Pittville Student Village for all Pittville halls of residence:

Laurie Lee reception
Pittville Student Village
Albert Road
GL52 3JG

View all maps and halls addresses. You can also find a site map here: Pittville map.

Key collection: On arrival, please report to the above key collection point. Here you will receive your keys and student card. A Halls welcome pack will also be provided in your room. This pack will include your Halls Handbook along with other useful information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get charged if I move-in on an earlier booking slot? No, you will only be charged from your contract start date of Saturday 12 September. So, if you choose to move-in on Thursday 10 or Friday 11 September you will NOT be charged for these additional nights.

Will Halls be quiet if I chose to move-in early? Yes, Halls will be quieter on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September so this is a good option if you prefer it. You might also want to communicate with other students via the Halls Facebook pages (see below) to find out when housemates are planning to arrive.

What will my postal address be and where are my halls? Your postal address will be your halls/block name and room number followed by the halls of residence address. This page also features a map of Cheltenham and Gloucester showing the locations of all University of Gloucestershire halls of residence.

Could you help me with directions? You can plan the journey to collect your keys by entering the Pittville postcode: GL52 3JG into Google Maps.

Why do I need to collect my student card on arrival? All Pittville Halls of Residence are accessed via student card, so you need this card. Your ID is also used to access other University services.

Is cleaning provided in rooms and communal areas? No, a cleaning service will be provided in the stairwells, However, it is the students responsibility to keep rooms, kitchens, communal areas and corridors and communal toilets (where provided) clean along with transporting rubbish and waste to the relevant bins.

Is bedding included and what size is my bed? Bedding is not provided. All Pittville rooms* feature a 3/4 size bed (also known as a small double.) These beds are 120cm X 190cm/ 4′ X 6’3″ in size.

*Pittville Studio rooms feature a standard size double bed.

How do I access the internet in my room/halls? All Pittville halls rooms feature wired and Wi-Fi internet. Access instructions will be provided in your halls handbook and welcome pack.

How much does halls cost? You can find full information on our 2026/27 halls rent page.

How is rent taken for halls of residence? Rent is paid in three instalments via direct debit on:

1st Instalment: October 2026
2nd Instalment: January 2027
3rd Instalment: May 2027

Specific dates will be confirmed at a later date.

This is to coincide with when students receive their loans.

What support is offered to halls students?

Your Residential Support Adviser (RSA) RSAs offer pastoral care and welfare advice to students in halls of Residence. They help students settle in and provide support throughout the year. Another part of the role is to ensure all students abide by the Halls of Residence terms and conditions. Below will be your RSA:

Nicole Warfield: Park Villas & Challinor and Pittville Student Village; all Original blocks
07801 183626 [email protected]

Harry Hawkins: Oxstalls Halls of Residence and Pittville Student Village; Jones & Raikes Enhanced Blocks
07801 183634 [email protected]

Joe Blackton: Pittville Student Village; Crook, Mason, Moore, Parker & Potter Enhanced Blocks, Foley Townhouses
07801 183628 [email protected]

RSAs work 11:30am-7:30pm – Monday to Thursday & 11:30am-7pm – Friday

Halls are also supported by 24/7 security, cleaning and maintenance teams who aim to make your stay as productive and enjoyable as possible.

How to register with a GP: When at university it is extremely important that you register with a local GP in case of any medical issues.

Gloucester based students: Please register with the Alney Practice which is very close to Oxstalls Campus and offers a full range of general medical services. To register simply complete their web-based registration form along with the student medical questionnaire and register for online services.

Cheltenham based Halls students: Please register with the Underwood Surgery who provide a full range of medical services. To register simply complete their web-based registration form.

What do I need to bring? You can find this information on our guide.

Is it possible also to stay in halls again during the second year? Yes, students can live in Halls for each of their academic years. Information regarding returning to Halls for the next academic year will be sent to Halls students in November 2026.

Can I extend my stay in halls after my 2026/27 halls contract ends in June 2027? Short extensions will only be agreed if the course requires it. However, there will be halls options available during the summer period for students who want to remain, but this would involve moving to a different Halls complex. An email will be sent to all halls students regarding summer accommodation options in March/April 2027.

I have a car; can I bring it with me if I live in halls? Unfortunately, students living within halls of Residence are not allowed a car in Cheltenham or Gloucester. The only exception is normally for students with disabilities or medical conditions. Permission is only given once a letter from a medical professional is provided specifically stating the need for a motor vehicle due to a medical condition/disability.

Do I need to get room insurance if I live in halls? All University managed halls room comes with basic contents insurance through Howden. More details will be sent to incoming halls students during summer 2026 but you can find out what is covered on our guide.

Do I need a TV licence if I live in halls? Yes, if you have a TV in your room or watch content on any other device. Full information can be found on the TV licence website.

Is there a bus service that runs between campuses? Yes, a service runs regularly during the day to Cheltenham town centre (including Pittville.) The 94 bus service runs between Cheltenham town centre to Park & Oxstalls Campus then onto Gloucester city centre. It currently costs £3* per journey.

*Price based on the 2025/26 academic year.

Facebook: Why not join our official 2026/27 Facebook page for your halls complex? This is a great way to meet your future hall-mates before arrival! We will also be updated these pages with the latest accommodation news. Simple open the link below for your halls complex and select ‘Join Group.’ Accommodation staff with then authenticate and provide access during office hours Monday to Friday.

Pittville Student Village Facebook group

Please note that you will only be authorised access you the halls complex you are housed. Any external advertising posted by users will be removed and ongoing issues may lead to users being removed.

You can further useful information in our Accommodation FAQs.

Is it possible to view my halls room? Unfortunately, we are unable to offer halls tours apart from the ones provided on University open days. However, we also offer a comprehensive list of virtual tours that are accessible online anytime.

Virtual tours

Pittville Student Village

If you have any general accommodation questions, please feel free to call 01242 714544 or email [email protected]

Code of practice

The University of Gloucestershire follows the Universities UK (UUK) Code of Practice.

The code outlines best practice and provides benchmarks for the management and quality of university-managed student accommodation in the higher education sector.