A view out over Ambleside

Ambleside accommodation

About Ambleside 

The university has invested £4.5m into the campus accommodation in Ambleside, set in the heart of the Lake District, Ambleside is the perfect backdrop for university life and your student experience. If you're thinking of studying here our campus accommodation offers high-quality facilities and en-suite bathroom options that tie in with the unique natural Lake District environment. 

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Fell Court

Close to campus

Fell Court Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Fell Court

Close to campus

Fell Court Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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71 Ensuite bedrooms, split in 7 Townhouses still offering open plan kitchen dining and lounge. Shared between 8-11.

These consist of: Fellbarrow, Yewbarrow, Stybarrow, Eagle Crag, Castle Crag, Rosthwaite and Seathwaite

These bespoke student halls were created for the Ambleside Campus and opened in September 2016. The £4.5m development provides high-quality ensuite rooms and facilities designed to tie in with the unique natural Lake District environment.

 

2025/26 Prices

Ensuite: £146 Pw

  • 71 en-suite bedrooms
  • Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
  • Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
  • Open plan kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
  • Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
  • Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
  • On-site laundry facilities
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Fairfield Halls

Close to campus

Fairfield Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Fairfield Halls

Close to campus

Fairfield Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Located adjacent to Fell court, offering 40 ensuite bedrooms on floor of 10 per flat, communal kitchen spaces per floor, with social lounge/common room on the ground floor.

 

2025/26 Prices

Ensuite: £139 PW

  • 40 fully equipped, en-suite bedrooms
  • Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
  • Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
  • Open plan kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge
  • Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
  • Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
  • On-site laundry facilities
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Helvellyn Halls

Close to campus

Helvellyn Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Helvellyn Halls

Close to campus

Helvellyn Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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20 rooms mix of Standard and Large single, spread across 3 floors, offering plenty of space for our students. Though only a short walk from the Ambleside campus, the bus stop located right outside offers access to further afield for those who love to explore.

2025/26 Prices

Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW

  • 20 Fully furnished single bedrooms, Twin rooms are available if required
  • Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
  • Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
  • Shared kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
  • Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
  • Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Shared bathrooms per flat
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Wansfell Hall

Close to campus

Wansfell Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9B
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Wansfell Hall

Close to campus

Wansfell Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9B
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This beautiful stone building features 11 rooms, located just a short walk from our Ambleside campus. Features fully equipped bedrooms, communal kitchens and dining areas also with access to the social Lounge based in Fairfield hall.

 

2025/26 Prices

Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW

 

  • 11 Fully furnished bedrooms, Twin rooms are available if required
  • Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
  • Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
  • Shared kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
  • Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
  • Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Shared bathrooms per flat
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The Cottages

On-campus

The Cottages Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Nook Lane, Ambleside, LA22 9BL
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The Cottages

On-campus

The Cottages Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Nook Lane, Ambleside, LA22 9BL
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The Cottages house between 4-5 students. Marketed predominantly to our returning students, located onsite, these self-catered single rooms offer easy access to the rest of campus and provide both a front garden and a rear yard that are perfect for sitting in and enjoying the view of Ambleside.

 

2025/26 Prices

Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW

  • 5 Fully furnished bedrooms,
  • Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
  • Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
  • Shared kitchen and communal lounge.
  • Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
  • Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Front garden and rear yard

Private Sector Accommodation

We also advertise houses in the local area owned by private landlords through Cumbria StudentPad. 

 

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