Accommodation in Writtle
If you’re studying with us in Writtle and you're over 18, you’ll have the option to live in halls on campus or in private accommodation.
If you’re studying with us in Writtle and you're over 18, you’ll have the option to live in halls on campus or in private accommodation.
Available when you apply for a full-time undergraduate course starting in September 2025, and firmly accept your place at ARU. Accommodation available at Cambridge, Chelmsford and Writtle campuses.*
Are you a student returning in September? We might be able to offer you a room. To find out more please email [email protected]. Please be aware room numbers are limited so accommodation is not guaranteed.
Whether you're a further or higher education student, if you're 18 or over you can live in accommodation on campus.
There are 382 rooms available in 14 halls of residence. They're set in beautiful gardens on the main campus in Writtle; close to amenities such as cafes and restaurants, the Students' Union, recreation and fitness centre, campus library, study hub, computer suites and laundry facilities.
As a Writtle student you wouldn't normally live on our Chelmsford campus. But, if no accommodation is available in Writtle, you may be able to apply for a room there or seek accommodation in the private sector at a commutable location such as Colchester. Find out more information on private sector accommodation in Chelmsford and the surrounding area.
Madison offers single rooms, Hamilton offers doubled-bedded rooms and Tabor offers single and some larger rooms which may be suited to students with lots of equipment.
Hamilton Halls Maddison Halls Tabor Halls
These halls of residence are mostly single-bed rooms. Strutt offers some larger double-bed rooms which may be suited to students with lots of equipment.
Dent and Harvey Halls have wash basins in each room.
Dent Halls Gill Halls Harvey Halls Strutt Halls
You can apply for a place in halls as soon as you've accepted Writtle as your first-choice place to study.
Students with disabilities receive priority consideration, and some rooms have been adapted for those with mobility and hearing problems. Please let us know about your requirements when you apply and we'll be able to discuss any special arrangements with you.
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We have a specialist Tenancy Support Team who can help you find private rented accommodation and give you advice about any issues that could occur when you're renting.
More about private rented accommodation*Conditions apply. Accommodation guarantee not available in Peterborough. Applicable when you firmly accept a place at ARU.