Pittville Student Village
Pittville Student Village is a hub of student activity with…
Our campuses
Francis Close Hall Campus
We’ve been training teachers at Francis Close Hall since 1847.
Its historic and inspiring surroundings are now home to a range of subjects, with students making use of cutting-edge technologies while working with and being supported by academic experts.
With us from the very beginning, Francis Close Hall (FCH) has seen our legacy grow from strength to strength throughout nearly 170 years of education.
Just a short walk away from Cheltenham town centre, you’ll have everything you need right on your doorstep, with easy access to Cheltenham’s lively bars, clubs, specialist shops and cafes.
Directions
Francis Close Hall, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 4AZ
Our car parks are pay and display, and you can pay by credit/debit card or using the JustPark app.
If you’re visiting us for an open day or a similar event, parking is usually free*. There are limited spaces available at this campus, but you can also park at our Hardwick campus which is only a short walk.
Find out more about parking on campus.
Please search for the University of Gloucestershire, Francis Close Hall using any smart phone navigation app.
*You will be provided with specific parking information before the event.
Train
The closest rail station is Cheltenham Spa – around 25 minutes’ walk from the campus (directions from the station to Francis Close Hall).
Bus
Students and staff can travel around Cheltenham and Gloucester using Stagecoach bus services.
Benefit from reduced ticket prices by purchasing a UniRider ticket, either online or from the Stagecoach app. UniRider tickets are available to anyone with a University of Gloucestershire ID card.
Visit Stagecoach UniRider for further information.
Park and Ride
Cheltenham has two Park and Ride facilities.
Food and drink
The campus’ refectory offers hot meals, snacks, fresh sandwiches, a salad bar and freshly baked cakes and pastries.
There are vegan and vegetarian options available as well as vending machines and free water stations, so you can top up your bottle.
The Student Union bar provides evening entertainment and drinks or, 5 mins’ walk from campus you’ll find the buzzing Brewery Quarter which has a Nando’s, Five Guys, cocktail bars, a cinema, bowling alley and Tesco Express.
Green spaces
Students can be found hanging out on the campuses’ central green space or nearby is the beautiful Pittville Park which has a boating lake, tennis courts, aviary and ornamental garden.
The campus’ best kept secret are the edible gardens and pond which attract birds, frogs and wildlife. This oasis for staff, students and the local community has a woodfired oven and LED lights for pizza parties all year-round.
Surrounding Cheltenham are the stunning Cotswold Hills. The Cotswolds are the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the UK.
Campus charm
Referred to as the ‘Hogwarts campus’, the ivy-clad, gothic grounds sit alongside modern structures and facilities.
The buildings are Grade II listed and made of Cotswold stone which gives the campus a bright glow all year round.
Close to the town centre and nearby parks, you’ll get the best of both country and city living – this is a rare and inspiring space to study and learn.
Francis Close Hall Library provides access to books, journals, computers and study space 24/7 during term time.
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