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Category: Accommodation and transport

Stay safe this Bonfire Night

By Allie Burnett | 03 November 2025

Bonfire Night is a time many look forward to – crackling fires, dazzling fireworks and gathering with friends. But it’s also a time to be … Read more

What you need to know about room moves

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 03 November 2025

Not happy with your current room? Don’t worry – there are options available. This guide walks you through what you can do next, including how … Read more

Reporting faults in your accommodation made easy with Home at Halls

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 28 October 2025

Living on campus should be convenient, comfortable, and hassle-free — and when something isn’t quite right, the Home at Halls app makes it super easy … Read more

Last chance to complete our Accommodation Arrivals survey

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 14 October 2025

How was your experience? You have arrived and survived Welcome Week! We hope you found the arrivals process straightforward and felt welcome on campus throughout. … Read more

Exploring Campus After Arrivals: Top Tips for Settling in at Kent

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 14 October 2025

Using the Online Map After you arrive on campus, there is a high chance you may want to explore the nearby area. I highly suggest … Read more

How to maintain a happy household

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 13 October 2025

Student accommodation could be the place where you go on to make lifelong friends. However, we all know it’s not always that easy and that … Read more

Have Your Say, Make Real Change – Join Student Shapers at Kent!

By Joanna Addison | 09 October 2025

What is Student Shapers? The Student Shapers Programme is a flexible co-curricular initiative that empowers students to collaborate on projects that enhance non-academic services and … Read more

How to handle housemate conflicts

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 08 October 2025

Don’t let small things build up It’s tempting to ignore a messy kitchen or noise at 2am and hope it won’t happen again. But if … Read more

Best advice for living with new people and settling into university life

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 03 October 2025

Starting university is one of the most exciting times of your life. You’re moving into a new place, meeting new people, and starting fresh. But … Read more

On-campus laundry for residential students

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 03 October 2025

Over the summer, most of our campus laundries have been upgraded to a new provider, WashCo, to give students a more reliable and user-friendly experience. … Read more

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