Houghall Court, ダーラム（郡）

Unite Students Houghall Court is a modern student accommodation in Durham that offers a home for 222 students. Located at East Durham, DH1 3SG, Houghall Court sits inside East Durham College's Houghall campus, just across the road is Durham University's Graham Sports Centre, and the Durham University campus is a 14-minute walk, together with a bus service to all campuses. The vibrant city centre is less than a mile from Houghall Court student accommodation, and residents will also benefit from a 30-minute walk to the train station. Designed to offer students more privacy, there are various en-suite and studio rooms with a private bathroom, all of which come furnished with essentials. Students can also relax in the common and TV rooms, concentrate in the shared communal study space, or have fun at the outdoor social space. 

What does Unite Students Houghall Court offer?

Unite Students Houghall Court has a total of 222 beds, offering a wide range of en-suite (classic, premium) and studio (classic, premium range 1, and premium range 2) rooms to meet the needs of different students. At Houghall Court, en-suite rooms come with a private bathroom and shared kitchen with 3-5 flatmates, and studio rooms enjoy more independence with a private bathroom and private kitchen. All rooms at Houghall Court student accommodation are fully equipped with a cosy bed, under-bed storage, a wardrobe, a desk, a desk chair, an iron, a full-length mirror, a mirrored cabinet, and a vacuum cleaner. The kitchen is furnished with a microwave, an oven, a fridge freezer, and cooking hobs. 

Houghall Court offers far more than just Durham student accommodation; it provides a true home-away-from-home. Unwind and socialise in the comfortable common and TV rooms, complete with enormous, inviting bean bags perfect for relaxation, or head to the outdoor social space. For academic focus, a large, dedicated communal study space supports your university work. Practical daily needs are covered with on-site laundry facilities, secure bike storage, convenient vending machines, recycling points, and printing services (extra charge), ensuring a seamless and comfortable student living experience.

All living essentials, including utilities (heating, water, gas, electricity), WiFi, broadband, and the university students app, are included in the rent, so you can feel free to focus on your university life. The property features extensive CCTV surveillance and secure access systems. An on-site service team is available for support, backed by 24/7 assistance for urgent needs. Maintenance support ensures prompt issue resolution. For added peace of mind, contents insurance is included, protecting residents' belongings within the accommodation. 

What's nearby Houghall Court Durham?

Houghall Court apartments enjoy a prime location beside the River Wear, less than a mile from Durham city centre. Markets and bars are conveniently located from your student accommodation, as well as a wide range of restaurants. Amaani at the Pumphouse (9 min walk) is a good choice for the finest Indian cuisine and takeaways, Rose Tree Inn (9 min walk) is a traditional English country pub and restaurant in picturesque Shincliffe village, and News Express Grocers (6 min cycle) will be your first choice if you want to buy groceries to cook. For Houghall Court residents seeking an active lifestyle, the Durham University's Graham Sports Centre is perfectly positioned just steps away across the road. Its offerings extend well past a comprehensive gym to feature an indoor sports hall, tennis courts, all-weather artificial pitches, a running track, plus additional facilities, eliminating any barrier to fitness and sport.

How to get around Houghall Court?

Unite Students Houghall Court in Durham boasts convenient access to many means of transport. Bus stops like College (2 min walk) and Bridge (6 min walk) can get you around the city easily. The Durham Railway Station is a 16-minute bus ride or a 30-minute walk from Houghall Court. Getting to Durham University is easy with a bus trip for just two stops, or you can also ride a bike for 4 minutes or walk for 14 minutes.