Moving in

Purchasing optional extras

We understand that there are lots of things to think about when moving to university. Our students have the opportunity to purchase optional extras to help them get prepared for their move. Students can do this through the accommodation portal after signing their contract. See below for the extras that we have available:

Starter Packs

We understand that packing for university can be tough therefore we have introduced some student starter packs that can be ordered through the accommodation portal ready to collect on your arrival!

These include bedding, kitchen/dining and cleaning packs.

See our list of Starter Packs

Brookes Sport Memberships

We have various Brookes Sport membership options at a discounted rate for our students.

Depending on the membership type, this can include access to the gyms and fitness classes at Headington and Harcourt Hill and the climbing wall at Headington.

After accepting your accommodation contract, you will be able to sign up to these memberships through the accommodation portal before you even arrive!

See our Student Memberships for Brookes Sport

End of Contract Cleaning

Your bedroom and communal spaces must be clean and clear at that end of your contract.

You can pre-book to have your room cleaned at the end of contract through the accommodation portal.

This will cost £39 for en suite rooms and £25 for those with shared bathrooms.

If you choose not to pre-book this service there will be a higher penalty for not returning your room in the condition it was when you arrived.

Collecting your keys

For halls of residence, you'll collect your keys from the hall office on site. Please ensure you bring some ID with you such as a passport or similar. You can find the address under the 'location' tab on the hall's webpage.

The majority of contracts for our September 2025 starters will begin on Saturday 13 September 2025. We do not advise reaching Oxford before before this date unless you have secured temporary accommodation or have an earlier starting contract for your course.

University-managed halls

The University-managed halls are Cheney Student Village, Clive Booth Student Village (A/B, N-X, New and Non Ensuite), Clive Booth Postgraduate Centre, Crescent Hall, Friar Court, Harcourt Hill Hall, Paul Kent Hall (inc. Rowan House), Warneford Hall and Westminster Hall.

These halls can be contacted regarding specific arrival, maintenance and room enquiries. For any booking, payment and general enquiries, please continue to contact the Accommodation Team.

Don't forget to also refer to the Prospective Students webpage for lots of useful information.

Arrival slots

Students who have confirmed contracts in university-managed accommodation will be contacted directly towards the end of August to book an arrival time for their accommodation.

Arrival slots must be booked so students can be allocated a specific room within their hall - room information can then be provided to students closer to the arrival date.

Hall	Hall reception
Cheney Student Village	+44 (0) 1865 325380 oxford.helpdesk@upp-ltd.com
Clive Booth (Student Village and Postgraduate Centre)	+44 (0) 1865 534444 (option 3, then option 3, then option 1) cbsv@brookes.ac.uk
Crescent Hall	+44 (0) 1865 534444 (option 3, then option 3, then option 2) crescent-hall@brookes.ac.uk
Harcourt Hill (Harcourt Hill, N Block and Westminster)	+44 (0) 1865 534444 (option 3, then option 3, then option 4) harcourthill-hall@brookes.ac.uk
Paul Kent Hall	+44 (0) 1865 534444 (option 3, then option 3, then option 3) paulkent-hall@brookes.ac.uk
Warneford Hall	+44 (0) 1865 534444 (option 3, then option 3, then option 5) warneford-hall@brookes.ac.uk

Partnership and private halls

If you will be living in a partnership or private hall, they will provide you with their own arrivals information. Please contact them directly with any questions.

Hall	Hall provider	Need help?
Parade Green	Unite Students	+44 (0) 117 302 7406 paradegreen@unitestudents.com
Canterbury House, Sinnet Court, Edna Rose and Champneys Court	A2Dominion	+44 (0) 208 825 2052 student.enquiries@a2dominion.co.uk

Arrivals

Travel

The university has directions and maps available on the website if you unsure on how to reach our campuses. They also have information on travelling to Oxford from UK airports and other UK cities. Find out more about Getting to Oxford Brookes.

Please see the specific hall pages or your license to occupy for exact hall addresses.

The University is committed to delivering sustainable travel for its students, staff and wider community. For local travel, we encourage the use of public transport options. Cycling is also very popular and a common way to get around the city.

Welcome Weekend

We are looking forward to you joining us. There will be a wide range of welcome events and support services available at the Headington Campus for all our new students.

Information about Arrivals Weekend on campus can be found on the New Students arrivals page.

Students sitting outside the John Henry Brookes Building

What to bring

Your basic packing list

Check the hall webpage to find out what’s provided in your room and in the flat. Below is a guide to help you pack.

the basics: clothes, toiletries, books, laptop and other study equipment
bedding. Bring your own duvet, pillows and bedsheets
photo ID. You'll need your driving license or passport to check into your hall and also enrol on your course
headphones. Ear plugs can be useful too if you're a light sleeper
enough food supplies for the first few days
medication. If you take regular medication, make sure you’ve got enough with you and know how you will restock. You can register with the medical centre at Brookes. Also, Freshers’ flu is a real thing! So bring tissues, tea bags…
bringing a bike? There’s bike storage at our halls. We recommend you bring a hefty D-lock and a cable lock so you can secure both the frame and the wheels
plug-in fairy lights are not allowed because they are a fire risk. You can bring battery powered ones instead
no clothing racks or airers - there are laundry facilities at each hall for you to use instead

Bedding, cleaning and kitchen/dining packs for university-managed halls can be pre-ordered through the accommodation portal after accepting your accommodation contract. More information on starter packs can be found on our Living in Halls webpage.

Kitchen packing list

All the flats have basic cleaning equipment, ie mop and vacuum cleaner. Although the communal areas will get a clean by us once a week, it’s your responsibility to do keep things tidy, do your washing up, and take the bins out.

bring your own crockery, cutlery, your favourite mug
bring pots*, pans* and other cooking equipment. If you already have cooking equipment then bring it. If you don’t then we recommend you wait until you arrive and see what your new flatmates have brought with them first. You can always organise a trip down to the shops with them to get what you need for the flat
you can bring small kitchen appliances like a toastie maker, air fryer or slow cooker. Ensure that your item has a UK fused plug. We recommend that you don’t buy a toaster for £5 as they break easily and can trip the electricity in your flat!
fridges. Unless you require one for medication then you’re not allowed a fridge in your bedroom. Large fridges and freezers are provided in the kitchens for everyone to share
any item with a non-UK fused plug (it trips the electricity!)

*Note: Please be aware that Paul Kent Hall (all flats), New Clive Booth (all flats) and Westminster Hall (flats J1, L1,E1,E3,H1 and H3) have induction hobs so make sure you bring or buy suitable pots and pans.

Restricted items

You are not allowed to bring into halls items which we consider to present a health and safety risk, disturb the peaceful living of another occupant or are liable to cause damage.

animals
any item with a non-UK fused plug (it trips the electricity!)
bean bags
beer brewing kits
candles, joss sticks, incense, hookah pipes, any naked flame burner
clothing racks or airers - there are laundry facilities at each hall for you to use instead
compressed gas canisters
cube/block plug adaptors
curtains - these are provided
dartboards
DJ mixing decks, amplifiers, drum kit or large speakers
drones
excessively large items such as kayaks and inflatable furniture
heating appliances, barbeques, deep fat fryers, pressure cookers, fridges or freezers
LED strip lights
offensive weapons including imitation and replica guns, knives and ceremonial swords
overdoor hooks/hangers as these damage the fire doors
plug-in fairy lights are not allowed because they are a fire risk. You can bring battery powered ones instead
training weights
washing machines - there are laundry facilities at each hall
white goods (e.g. fridges) Unless you require one for medication then you’re not allowed a fridge in your bedroom. Large fridges and freezers are provided in the kitchens for everyone to share
Motorised or Electric Bikes and Scooters - e-bike and e-scooter batteries are a fire risk and are not permitted to be charged on university sites or in residences
skateboards - you are welcome to bring these but please do not use them on-site at your hall
scooters (non-motorised) - you are welcome to bring these but please do not use them on-site at your hall
take charge of battery safety when using e-cigarettes

Contact us

Accommodation Office

Office opening times:

Monday-Thursday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Friday: 9.30am to 3.30pm

Phone lines are open:

Monday-Thursday: 9.00am to 4.30pm
Friday: 9.00am to 4.00pm

Online Chat

Online Chat is available via the Accommodation Portal

Mon-Fri 9.30am - 12 noon and 1.30pm - 3.30pm*

*available days/hours may be subject to change

AB.1.01b Abercrombie Building
Headington Campus
Oxford
UK
OX3 0BP

+44 (0) 1865 521094

accomm@brookes.ac.uk