Welcome to The Holt
Situated approximately a 10-minute walk from the centre of campus and a 15-minute walk from the town centre, The Holt is off Forest Road on the East side of campus. The Holt is redeveloped accommodation, owned and managed by our partners, Unite Students. The Old Holt is a listed Victorian mansion around which the development was constructed.
Winter Committee Elections 2026
We hope you enjoyed the first two weeks of Welcome. We would love to hear how you found your Welcome Experience.
Look out on your hall’s social media for information on these upcoming events:
- (October/November) Winter Elections – Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (2nd December) Winter Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport. Tickets available for residents and guests.
- (January/ February) Refreshers – Bringing back the favourite events of Welcome between semester break.
- (February/March) Spring Elections - Nominate yourself/ vote for upcoming hall committee
- (April/May) Hall Day – Outdoor fun-filled day with inflatables, games and food.
- (May/June) Summer Ball – Formal social including a meal and transport.
- IMS events and other themed activities will also be available throughout the year.
Upcoming Plans
All Holt social media channels are student-led through the hall's committee.
New residents will receive a communication from the university about official chat groups. Be cautious regarding any groups not endorsed directly by your Halls of Residence
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Getting settled in
