William Thompson Hall

William Thompson Hall is a landmark on the skyline of Lancaster being one of the few tower blocks in the city.

Type

Single study rooms, one twin bedroom, catered only

Location

On top of the Bowerham hill, in the middle of campus, residents can rightfully boast of the city's best view of Morecambe Bay.

Facilities

  • 104 single study bedrooms and one twin bedroom
  • Each bedroom is fully furnished with a single bed, wardrobe, desk and washbasin in most rooms
  • Broadband internet access via Ethernet (connection fee included in rent)
  • Each floor has a shared kitchen/diner with a cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster
  • Central heating and all water, light and heating costs are included in the rent (heating/hot water systems operate in the mornings and evenings)
  • Separate bathroom, toilet and shower facilities
  • Coin operated laundry facilities
  • Domestic Services staff clean the communal kitchen, bathroom areas and hallways once a week
  • Student Residential Co-ordinator on-site.

Catering

Flexible prepaid meal plans are available to suit your appetite and meal requirements. Most catering purchases attract a 20% discount for students with a Cumbria Card.

Catering options 2011-12

Weekly cost*
Annual cost
Plan 1
enables you to eat breakfast, a light lunch and an evening meal each week day
£32.92
£1,350
Plan 2
enables you to eat one light meal and one full meal each week day
£24.39
£1,000
Plan 3
is more suitable for those who wish to eat occasionally
£12.20
£500

(*over 41 weeks)

Additional funds may be credited at any time to your catering account by you or a family member by visiting www.upay.co.uk


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