Halls events and social life

Get involved

There is a friendly, inclusive community in halls, making it a real home from home for all students. Staff are always on-site so feel free to pop into the office for a friendly chat or, if you are experiencing any problems, talk to your Hall Manager. The Residential Assistants and cleaners do weekly flat visits so you’ll soon get to know your whole halls team.

One of the best things about living in halls is that you can join in with all of our exclusive events and activities. Events located at any hall are open to all halls students, providing another fantastic opportunity to meet new people and become a part of the wider halls community. All events are either free or subsidised so, even if you are on a tight budget, there'll be something for you. Events include day trips to London, Harry Potter World or Alton Towers, cookery classes, dance workshops, exercise classes, barbecues, bingo and even the chance to partake in goat yoga!

During your first few weeks in halls make friends with your flatmates, neighbouring flats and other residents by going out together to familiarise yourself with your new city, or arrange to go to some Freshers events to break the ice.

Finally, be sure to utilise your on-site common room which includes a free pool table, Playstation four, large TV and board games. Students can also book the room for free for a private gathering with friends. Just speak to your Hall Manager and they’ll be happy to help you arrange it.

Join in our events programme

A place called home

Meet Harry, Tan, Charley and Jack, four students who love living in halls .  They'll show you their rooms and what they get up to while living in halls.

Contact the halls social team

If you have any questions, or suggestions for our events and activities programme, please contact Lisa Varley, Halls Events Co-ordinator.

Call +44 (0)7775 119189Email l.varley@derby.ac.uk