Sanctuary Students is a leading supplier of accommodation in London for students at Queen Mary University. Accommodation designed to provide privacy, safety and security alongside comfortable living spaces and every amenity.
London
& QMU
Based in Mile End, London, Queen Mary University is well placed to make use of the plentiful shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities, Mile End Hospital, Mile End tube station and all the benefits of living in the capital.
If you’re looking for cheap student accommodation in London that provides the university experience you dreamed of, Sanctuary Students can help.
We have a range of clean, well-maintained accommodation in London for students that provides individual ensuite living spaces and rooms to share.
Generous living areas, clean and tidy social areas and proximity to Queen Mary University of London. All for a sensible price. What’s not to love?
Manna Ash House
8-16 Poco*ck Street, Newington, London, SE1 0BW
London is the perfect place for you to enjoy your university experience to the full. This central London student accommodation provides student flats near Waterloo station and Southwark underground station.
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Bike storage
Free contents insurance
On-site security & CCTV
En-suite double bedroom
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double En-suites | 50 weeks | 02/09/2024 | £369p/w |
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How to apply
Applications for 2024/25
For 2024/25 accommodation all students are required to make a payment to accept a place in our accommodation. The payment of £400 is an advanced rent prepayment which is refundable if you cancel your acceptance of our offer within the cancellation period. Once you have moved in, the advanced rent prepayment is credited towards the first instalment of your accommodation fee.
Applications for 2023/24
Apply online and secure your room for £1*.
Email account
With your email address being the best and easiest way for us to get in touch with you, we will email your e-contract as well as updates and arrival information. We don’t want you to miss out on anything so don’t forget to let us know if you change your email address.
Guarantor
You will need to give us your guarantor’s personal details – someone who is legally obliged to pay the rent if you can’t. Your guarantor will need to:
- be over 18
- be a UK resident(with an address in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)
have a regular income, assets or savings (which are sufficient to meet your potential liabilities)
- Remember to get their consent before giving us their details. If you do not have a suitable guarantor, you will need to make payment for your accommodation in full. Please contact the office staff if you need to do this.
Credit/Debit Card
Once you have accepted your offer of accommodation, you will need to pay your £1 advanced rent* to secure the room and also set up a recurring card payment for your payment instalments unless you have paid in full.
*£1 is advance rent and will be deducted from your total rent amount.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
We want to ensure moving in day goes as smoothly and hassle free as possible without any delays. To help us with this, please remember to upload the following information before moving day:
- Upload your Guarantor Deed
- Upload two passport sized photos of yourself
Click here to login and upload your documents.
Checking in…
You will find us at the reception desk at the front of the building. However, if you are planning on arriving out-of-hours (between 10pm and 8am) please let us know in advance so we can leave your keys with the 24-hour security guard. If you do not let us know, unfortunately your keys will be locked away securely overnight.
Bring some photographic ID with you such as a driving license or passport. We are more than happy for you to arrange for someone to collect your keys on your behalf, but we will need written permission from you.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at mannaash.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 401 8191. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking & luggage…
You will need to collect your keys before you start unloading your car. Once you have your keys, you can use the small car park for 20 minutes while you unload your things. However, please bear in mind we will have lots of students wanting to do the same, so please use a local car park after that.
Cancellation
We hope you are as excited as we are about your stay with us and wont need to cancel your room…but we know unexpected things can happen from time to time.
If you do need to cancel your agreement…
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your tenancy
You can cancel at any time during this period, but there will be a reasonable administration charge.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable replacement tenant is found to take your place. Either you can find a suitable replacement tenant yourself, or we can find one for you. However if it is left to us, we will only do this after all our other rooms have been let. In either case there will be a reasonable administration charge.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance.
Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellations/Refunds
Please let us know as soon as possible if you decide to cancel the agreement. Any written cancellations and refunds will need to be made to your on-site team. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Limited Availability
Dinwiddy House
189-205 Pentonville Road, Kings Cross, London, N1 9NF
Dinwiddy House has a great zone 1 location just a few minutes' walk from King's Cross-St. Pancras International.
Available for SOAS students only
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
Onsite laundry
Bike storage
Free contents insurance
On-site security and CCTV
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard En-Suite | 51 weeks | 22/09/2024 | £229.87p/w |
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How to apply
SOAS nominated students
Now you have been accepted to SOAS, it’s time to apply to live with Sanctuary Students.
You can now apply for 2023/24.
When to apply
New students to SOAS can now apply for 2023/24.
Students who have lived in SOAS halls for two academic years cannot apply for a third year halls unless there are extenuating circ*mstances. Please email us Dinwiddy.house@sanctuary-students.com to discuss your situation.
Term time waiting list
If you’ve missed any of the application deadlines, maybe because you have been offered a place at SOAS during Clearing, we’ll let you know if any rooms become available throughout the year if you are registered on our waiting list.
Unsuccessful applications
If your application is unsuccessful, we’ll help you to find other student accommodation in London. You can also check out the University of London Housing Services website for other student accommodation available in London.
Students with disabilities and special needs
Our student properties include specially designed flats to make student life as comfortable and convenient as possible. If you have special needs, firstly get in touch with the SOAS Disability Team, who offer confidential advice on the best accommodation available for you. You can call them on +44 (0)20 7074 5018 or email disabilities@soas.ac.uk
You will need your unique accommodation code to apply for accommodation via the SOAS Accommodation portal. The code will be sent to you within 3 days of accepting your offer to study at SOAS. If you are not sure whether you have received this code, you should contact SOAS Accommodation Office at applyaccommodation@soas.ac.uk
Current and returning students: registrar@soas.ac.uk
IFCELS students: ifcelsaccommodation@soas.ac.uk
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival, you will be directed to the residence reception desk for check in.
Your first instalment payment is due 3 weeks prior to arrival. If you haven't already paid your first instalment the reception desk will require you to make payment. To avoid queues and delays on move-in day, you can pay your first instalment online at any time prior to arrival at the residence. Once check-in is completed you will be given the keys to your room.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email or payment receipt.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at dinwiddy.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 837 7163. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Due to limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
Cancellation
The following is for guidance only, please read your Licence Agreement for your full contractual obligations.
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your Licence Agreement
You can cancel at any time during this period. If you cancel within 45 days, you will receive a refund of any monies paid less Sanctuary Students right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable and eligible replacement tenant is found and you have informed our Accommodation Office by calling 0300 123 5050 or emailingDinwiddy.house@sanctuary-students.com. If a suitable replacement is found, Sanctuary Students have the right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
All replacements must be approved by your university and agreed with us.
Students applying to live at Dinwiddy House must contact their university to find a suitable replacement.
Students can find a suitable replacement themselves or we or your university can find a replacement on your behalf. However we will only accept the replacement once all our other rooms are full.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance.
Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellation / Refunds
If you wish to cancel this agreement, you should let us know as soon as possible by emailing Dinwiddy.house@sanctuary-students.com. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Please see our Sample License Agreement (PDF 319KB) for more details on refunds and how to end your license once you have moved in.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Available for SOAS students only
Paul Robeson House
1 Penton Rise, London, WC1X 9EH
Paul Robeson House islocated in central London just a few minutes from Kings Cross-St. Pancras station.
Available for SOAS students only
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Bike storage
Free contents insurance
On-site security and CCTV
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard En-Suite | 38 weeks | 22/09/2024 | £229.87p/w |
| Standard En-Suite | 51 weeks | 22/09/2024 | £229.87p/w |
| Couples Double En-suite | 51 weeks | 22/09/2024 | £271.20p/w |
| One bedroom flat - size 1 | 51 weeks | 22/09/2024 | £397.37p/w |
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How to apply
SOAS nominated students
Now you have been accepted to SOAS, it’s time to apply to live with Sanctuary Students.
You can now apply for 2023/24.
When to apply
New students to SOAS can now apply for 2023/24.
Students who have lived in SOAS halls for two academic years cannot apply for a third year halls unless there are extenuating circ*mstances. Please email us at: PaulRobeson.House@sanctuary-students.com to discuss your situation.
Term time waiting list
If you’ve missed any of the application deadlines, maybe because you have been offered a place at SOAS during Clearing, we’ll let you know if any rooms become available throughout the year if you are registered on our waiting list.
Unsuccessful applications
If your application is unsuccessful, we’ll help you to find other student accommodation in London. You can also check out the University of London Housing Services website for other student accommodation available in London.
Students with disabilities and special needs
Our student properties include specially designed flats to make student life as comfortable and convenient as possible. If you have special needs, firstly get in touch with the SOAS Disability Team, who offer confidential advice on the best accommodation available for you. You can call them on +44 (0)20 7074 5018 or email disabilities@soas.ac.uk
You will need your unique accommodation code to apply for accommodation via the SOAS Accommodation portal. The code will be sent to you within 3 days of accepting your offer to study at SOAS. If you are not sure whether you have received this code, you should contact SOAS Accommodation Office at applyaccommodation@soas.ac.uk
Current and returning students: registrar@soas.ac.uk
IFCELS students: ifcelsaccommodation@soas.ac.uk
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival, you will be directed to the residence reception desk for check in.
Your first instalment payment is due 3 weeks prior to arrival. If you haven't already paid your first instalment the reception desk will require you to make payment. To avoid queues and delays on move-in day, you can pay your first instalment online at any time prior to arrival at the residence. Once check-in is completed you will be given the keys to your room.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email or payment receipt.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at paulrobeson.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 837 7163. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Due to limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
Cancellation
The following is for guidance only, please read your Licence Agreement for your full contractual obligations.
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your Licence Agreement
You can cancel at any time during this period. If you cancel within 45 days, you will receive a refund of any monies paid less Sanctuary Students right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable and eligible replacement tenant is found and you have informed our Accommodation Office by calling 0300 123 5050 or emailingPaulRobeson.House@sanctuary-students.com. If a suitable replacement is found, Sanctuary Students have the right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
All replacements must be approved by your university and agreed with us.
Students applying to live at Paul RobesonHouse must contact their university to find a suitable replacement.
Students can find a suitable replacement themselves or we or your university can find a replacement on your behalf. However we will only accept the replacement once all our other rooms are full.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance.
Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellation / Refunds
If you wish to cancel this agreement, you should let us know as soon as possible by emailing PaulRobeson.House@sanctuary-students.com.Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Please see our Sample License Agreement (PDF 319KB) for more details on refunds and how to end your license once you have moved in.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Alliance House
Alliance House, Newington Green, London, N16 9QH
Alliance House is a magnificent Grade II listed building in North London, formally home to the China Inland Mission.
Great location
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Free contents insurance
On-site security and CCTV
Garden area
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single En-suite | 41 weeks | 15/09/2024 | £231.40p/w |
| Single En-suite | 51 weeks | 15/09/2024 | £231.40p/w |
| Standard | 51 weeks | 15/09/2024 | £231.40p/w |
| One bedroom flat - size 1 | 51 weeks | 15/09/2024 | £337.53p/w |
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How to apply
Applications through City University
Sanctuary Students own and manage Alliance House for City University students.
Applications for accommodation are received and processed by the City University Student Centre. To apply for a place in Alliance House you need to complete the City University online application.
Or contact the City University accommodation office at:
Tel: +44 (0)20 7040 7040
Email: accomm@city.ac.uk
If you wish to live in two-bedroom or three-bedroom flats please select the single with shared bathroom option when accepting your offer then contact Alliance House to arrange for you to share with your chosen friends. Each person will need to contact the hall stating their names and the name/names of those they wish to share with.
The University decides who is eligible for an offer of accommodation at Alliance House. We receive their first nominations in May and send offers at that time. You will then need to accept the offer.
Direct applications for Alliance House
Students looking for a short term or single semester let for 2020/21 can apply directly online.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival, you will be directed to the residence reception desk for check in.
Your first instalment payment is due 3 weeks prior to arrival. If you haven't already paid your first instalment the reception desk will require you to make payment. To avoid queues and delays on move-in day, you can pay your first instalment online at any time prior to arrival at the residence. Once check-in is completed you will be given the keys to your room.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email or payment receipt.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at alliance.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 2888 8060. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Due to limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
Cancellation
The following is for guidance only, please read your Licence Agreement for your full contractual obligations.
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your Licence Agreement
You can cancel at any time during this period. If you cancel within 45 days, you will receive a refund of any monies paid less Sanctuary Students right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable and eligible replacement tenant is found and you have informed our Accommodation Office by calling 0300 123 5050 or emailingAlliance.house@sanctuary-students.com. If a suitable replacement is found, Sanctuary Students have the right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
All replacements must be approved by your university and agreed with us.
Students applying to live at Alliance House must contact their university to find a suitable replacement.
Students can find a suitable replacement themselves or we or your university can find a replacement on your behalf. However we will only accept the replacement once all our other rooms are full.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance. Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellation / Refunds
If you wish to cancel this agreement, you should let us know as soon as possible by emailing Alliance.house@sanctuary-students.com. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Please see our Sample License Agreement (PDF 318KB) for more details on refunds and how to end your license once you have moved in.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Lilian Knowles House
50 Crispin St, London, E1 6HQ
Lilian Knowles House is available exclusively to postgraduates at The London School of Economics.
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Free contents insurance
On-site security and CCTV
En-suite double bedrooms
Self-contained studio apartments
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard En-Suite | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £234.88p/w |
| Standard En-Suite - size 1 | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £254.86p/w |
| Studio A | 349 nights | 15/09/2024 | £277.19p/n |
| Studio B | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £302.38p/w |
| Large Studio | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £318.80p/w |
| Standard En-suite (Lower ground) | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £209.12p/w |
| Standard En-suite - size 1 (Lower ground) | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £227.10p/w |
| One bedroom flat - size 1 | 349 nights | 22/09/2024 | £353.79p/w |
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How to apply
Sanctuary Students own and manage Lillian Knowles for London School of Economics (LSE) students.
Applications for accommodation are received and processed by the London School of Economics Residential Services Office. To apply for a place in one of our residences you need to complete LSE online application or contact the LSE Residential Services office at:
Tel: +44 (0)20 7955 7531
Email: accommodation@lse.ac.uk
The University decides who is eligible for an offer of accommodation at one of our residences. We receive their first nominations in March and send offers at that time. You will then need to accept the offer.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival, you will be directed to the residence reception desk for check in.
Your first instalment payment is due 3 weeks prior to arrival. If you haven't already paid your first instalment the reception desk will require you to make payment. To avoid queues and delays on move-in day, you can pay your first instalment online at any time prior to arrival at the residence. Once check-in is completed you will be given the keys to your room.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email or payment receipt.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at lilianknowles.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0300 123 5050. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Due to limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
The following is for guidance only, please read your Licence Agreement for your full contractual obligations.
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your Licence Agreement
You can cancel at any time during this period. If you cancel within 45 days, you will receive a refund of any monies paid less Sanctuary Students right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable and eligible replacement tenant is found and you have informed our Accommodation Office by calling 0300 123 5050 or emailingLilianKnowles.House@sanctuary-students.com. If a suitable replacement is found, Sanctuary Students have the right to recover any reasonable costs incurred in making and cancelling the Licence.
All replacements must be approved by your university and agreed with us.
Students applying to live at Lilian Knowles House must contact their university to find a suitable replacement.
Students can find a suitable replacement themselves or we or your university can find a replacement on your behalf. However we will only accept the replacement once all our other rooms are full.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance. Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellation / Refunds
If you wish to cancel this agreement, you should let us know as soon as possible by emailingLilianKnowles.House@sanctuary-students.com. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Please see our SampleLicense Agreement (PDF 318KB) for more details on refunds and how to end your license once you have moved in.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Limited availability
The Craft Building
12 Greatorex Street, London, E1 5NF
For the 2023/24academic year, the accommodation is open to all students studying in London. This student accommodation is conveniently located near to Aldgate East underground station in zone 1, with easy links to all major London universities.
Great location
All-inclusive bills
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Bike storage
Free contents insurance
On-site security & CCTV
En-suite double bedroom
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| room type | tenancy length | date available | prices from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attic | 51 weeks | 02/09/2024 | £256p/w |
| Standard En-Suite | 51 weeks | 02/09/2024 | £268p/w |
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How to apply
Applications for 2023/24
Apply online and secure your room for £1*, plus there’s no deposit to pay.
Email account
With your email address being the best and easiest way for us to get in touch with you; we will email your e-contract as well as updates and arrival information. We don’t want you to miss out on anything so don’t forget to let us know if you change your email address.
Guarantor
You will need to give us your guarantor’s personal details – someone who is legally obliged to pay the rent if you can’t. Your guarantor will need to:
- be over 18
- be a UK resident(with an address in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)
have a regular income, assets or savings (which are sufficient to meet your potential liabilities)
- Remember to get their consent before giving us their details. If you do not have a suitable guarantor, you will need to make payment for your accommodation in full. Please contact the office staff if you need to do this.
Credit/Debit Card
Once you have accepted your offer of accommodation, you will need to pay your £1 advanced rent to secure the room and also set up a recurring card payment for your payment instalments unless you have paid in full.
*£1 is advance rent and will be deducted from your total rent amount.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival you will be directed to the residence office front desk for check in. You will be required to sign a copy of your licence agreement and have a photo taken for your ID/entry card.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Because of limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
Cancellations
If you wish to cancel your agreement:
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your tenancy
You can cancel at any time during this period, but there will be a reasonable administration charge.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable replacement tenant is found to take your place. Either you can find a suitable replacement tenant yourself, or we can find one for you. However if it is left to us, we will only do this after all our other rooms have been let. In either case there will be a reasonable administration charge.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance.
Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellations/Refunds
Please let us know as soon as possible if you decide to cancel the agreement. Any written cancellations and refunds will need to be made to your on-site team. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
SOLD OUT
Coopers Court
10-14 Maplin Street, Mile End, London, E3 4SX
Coopers Court is located in the heart of London's vibrant East End, within easy access of many universities; particularly Queen Mary University.
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Free contents insurance
Secure entry and CCTV
En-suite bedrooms
Garden area
More Information
How to apply
Email account
With your email address being the best and easiest way for us to get in touch with you, we will email your e-contract as well as updates and arrival information. We don’t want you to miss out on anything so don’t forget to let us know if you change your email address.
Guarantor
You will need to give us your guarantor’s personal details – someone who is legally obliged to pay the rent if you can’t. Your guarantor will need to:
- be over 18
- be a UK resident (with an address in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)
have a regular income, assets or savings (which are sufficient to meet your potential liabilities)
- Remember to get their consent before giving us their details. If you do not have a suitable guarantor, you will need to make payment for your accommodation in full. Please contact the office staff if you need to do this.
Credit/Debit Card
Once you have accepted your offer of accommodation, you will need to pay your £1 advanced rent*to secure the room and also set up a recurring card payment for your payment instalments unless you have paid in full.
*£1 is advance rent and will be deducted from your total rent amount.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
We want to ensure moving in day goes as smoothly and hassle free as possible without any delays. To help us with this, please remember to upload the following information to us before moving day:
- Upload your Guarantor Deed
- Upload two passport sized photos of yourself
Click here to login and upload your documents.
Checking in
You can collect your keys from the day your contract starts. On arrival you will be directed to the residence office front desk for check in. You will be required to sign a copy of your licence agreement and have a photo taken for your ID/entry card.
If you haven't already paid your first instalment you will be directed to a payment desk before you can check in. To avoid queues and delays on move-in day, you can pay your first instalment online at any time prior to arrival at the residence. Once check in is completed you will be given the keys to your room.
For check in you will need to bring ID and a copy of your offer letter/email or payment receipt.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at coopers.court@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 655 6960. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking
An area to park and unload your belongings will be available. Because of limited parking space you will be asked to move any vehicle as soon as you have unloaded.
Cancellations
If you wish to cancel your agreement:
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your tenancy
You can cancel at any time during this period, but there will be a reasonable administration charge.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable replacement tenant is found to take your place. Either you can find a suitable replacement tenant yourself, or we can find one for you. However if it is left to us, we will only do this after all our other rooms have been let. In either case there will be a reasonable administration charge.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance.
Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellation / Refunds
If you wish to cancel this agreement, you should let us know as soon as possible. Written cancellation / refund requests should be made to your on-site team. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
Rebookers
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
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Don Gratton House
82 Old Montague Street, Whitechapel, London, E1 5NN
Due to our fantastic location, we have multiple university campusesthat are easily within walking distance.
Great location
All-inclusive bills
Common room
Free broadband & Wi-Fi throughout
On-site laundry
Free contents insurance
On-site security & CCTV
En-suite double bedroom
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How to apply
Applications for 2023/24
Apply online and secure your room for £1*, plus there’s no deposit to pay.
Email account
With your email address being the best and easiest way for us to get in touch with you; we will email your e-contract as well as updates and arrival information. We don’t want you to miss out on anything so don’t forget to let us know if you change your email address.
Guarantor
You will need to give us your guarantor’s personal details – someone who is legally obliged to pay the rent if you can’t. Your guarantor will need to:
be over 18
- be a UK resident (with an address in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)
- have a regular income, assets or savings (which are sufficient to meet your potential liabilities)
- Remember to get their consent before giving us their details. If you do not have a suitable guarantor, you will need to make payment for your accommodation in full. Please contact the office staff if you need to do this.
Credit/Debit Card
Once you have accepted your offer of accommodation, you will need to pay your £1 advanced rent to secure the room and also set up a recurring card payment for your payment instalments unless you have paid in full.
*£1 is advance rent and will be deducted from your total rent amount.
Internet
Broadband services are provided by Glide – one the UK's leading providers of Internet services for student accommodation.
The Glide services that are included within your rental price include Broadband at speeds up to 250MB symmetric.
Moving day
We want to ensure moving in day goes as smoothly and hassle free as possible without any delays. To help us with this, please remember to upload the following information before moving day:
- Upload your Guarantor Deed
- Upload two passport sized photos of yourself
Click here to login and upload your documents.
Checking in…
You will find us at the reception desk at the front of the building. Bring some photographic ID with you such as a driving license or passport. We are more than happy for you to arrange for someone to collect your keys on your behalf, but we will need written permission from you.
Out of Hours
Our office hours on move in day are 8am to 8pm, outside of these hours our security team are available. If you will be arriving out of hours please email us at dongratton.house@sanctuary-students.com to let us know in advance or if you are running late on the day, call us on 0207 655 6960. Keys are safely locked away overnight, without prior notice, keys will not be available outside of office hours.
Parking & luggage…
You will need to collect your keys before you start unloading your car. Once you have your keys, you can use the small car park for 20 minutes while you unload your things. However, please bear in mind we will have lots of students wanting to do the same, so please use a local car park after that.
Cancellation
If you wish to cancel your agreement:
Up to and including 45 days before the start of your tenancy
You can cancel at any time during this period, but there will be a reasonable administration charge.
During the last 45 days before the start of your tenancy – you will only be able to cancel this agreement if a suitable replacement tenant is found to take your place. Either you can find a suitable replacement tenant yourself, or we can find one for you. However if it is left to us, we will only do this after all our other rooms have been let. In either case there will be a reasonable administration charge.
Note: If no replacement tenant is found, you will be responsible for payment of the rent in full, even if you do not move in to the property.
Within 45 days of your contract start date
We will only be able to cancel your contract with us within the last 45 days before the contract start date in an exceptional circ*mstance. Find out more about our Contract Release process.
Cancellations/Refunds
Please let us know as soon as possible if you decide to cancel the agreement. Any written cancellations and refunds will need to be made to your on-site team. Refunds are normally processed within 14 working days.
We may withdraw an offer of accommodation or cancel a contract if you have any outstanding fees from a previous stay with us.
Student housing FAQs
About Queen Mary University
Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) is a public research university based in Mile End, London. It also has campuses in Whitechapel, Charterhouse Square, Lincoln's Inn Fields and West Smithfield.
The university was founded in 1785 alongside the London Hospital Medical College. As such, many of its subjects are medical and the university is well known for medicine, dentistry, chemical science, global health, materials science and a range of other subjects.
As a research university, QMUL is also known for AMIS (Advanced Molecular Imaging Services), the Barts and The London Genome Centre, the CRoss-InstitutE Advanced Tissue Engineering (CREATE) Lab, CRUK Barts Centre Mass Spectrometry Facility and its Lipid Mediator Unit among other things.
Despite an emphasis on medicine and health, Queen Mary University is also known for drama, filmmaking, geography, genomics and technology.
Student life in London
Being a student in a capital city promises to be an exciting time. There is always something to see and do, a party to go to, an event to see or participate in, shopping to enjoy and food and drink to indulge in.
Queen Mary University is in Mile End which is east of the city close to Bethnal Green. It’s a suburban area with a lot going on both locally and in the city. With excellent transport links into the City of London and hundreds of places to eat, drink and be merry all around, your main problem will be fitting everything in!
City highlights are many but include Old Spitalfields Market, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Museum of London Docklands, CanaryWall Climbing Centre, St. Paul's Cathedral, Royal Courts of Justice, Buckingham Palace, Tate Britain, London Eye and The British Museum.
We ensure all our accommodation in London for students is close to class as well as any local highlights!
How many students are at Queen Mary University of London?
The last count had 15,960 students enrolled at Queen Mary University. That’s a mixture of undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers. It’s not a huge university but it is spread over five campuses within a relatively small geographical area.
Is Queen Mary University a good university?
Queen Mary University is regarded as a good school to go to. It’s a Russell Group member which is a positive thing and has lots of global links, especially in Asia. The university attracts lots of guest lecturers and has The Princess Royal as chancellor.
Is London safe for students?
London is a safe city considering it’s a capital and its size. The police force is effective and crime is relatively low considering how many people live here.
There is crime of course, but our student houses in London are carefully positioned in student areas to minimise risk. As long as you take the usual precautions you would take anywhere, London is a safe place to study.
Is accommodation in London for students expensive?
Sanctuary Students provides excellent value in its short term lets in London. That said, the city is an expensive place to live with the highest property values in Europe. That does equate to a higher cost of living than other UK cities. It does compare well with other European capitals though.
We do our best to provide affordable accommodation for students without compromising on cleanliness, amenities and living space and pride ourselves on the quality of what we offer.
What’s more, we’re proud to offer more than just a room. By joining our student community, you’ll be surrounded by a friendly, welcoming team and well-maintained facilities, with a fun-filled events calendar to help you make friends and quickly feel at home in our student halls.
What’s the food and drink scene like in London?
If there’s a world cuisine you want to try, you’ll find it somewhere in the city! London has more Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else in the world. It also has a thriving casual dining scene, vibrant artisanal food and drink scene and some of the best pubs, bars and clubs anywhere.
Shopping and entertainment are well catered for too with lots of local shops, shopping centres, markets and more within a short Tube or bus ride from your student accommodation.
Does Queen Mary University welcome international students?
Yes, it does! Queen Mary University has students from over 160 countries and counting and welcomes everyone, from anywhere. Each course lists international entry requirements as well as UK ones and the university does everything it can to welcome people from across the world.
Our student halls in London also welcomes international students so feel free to contact us if you’re looking to stay with us!
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Transport in London
As Britain’s capital, transport links into and out of London are plentiful. London has access to multiple airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, London City, Stansted and Luton. All are linked to the city via road, rail and coach. London has multiple railway stations that cover the entire United Kingdom and Europe. Stations include London Liverpool Street, St Pancras International, King's Cross St Pancras, Waterloo, Paddington and many others. The London Underground (tube) covers the entire city of London with several lines criss-crossing the city including Russell Square, Warren Street, Tottenham Court Road and London Euston Station, which are all just minutes from your student accommodation. London also has lots of road links but driving in the city can be a challenge. There is also the London Congestion Charge to consider as well as parking!
London city guide
Find out more about living and studying in London
Learn more about London
Local Areas: London • Central London • Aldgate • Bethnal Green • Bloomsbury • Fitzrovia • Islington • King's Cross • Liverpool Street • London Bridge • Mile End • Russell Square • Shoreditch • Southwark • Spitalfields • Waterloo
Local Rooms: London Student Halls • London Student Studios • London Short Term Student Accommodation
Local Universities: Birbeck University of London • Chelsea College of Arts • City, University of London • Imperial College • King's College London • London Metropolitan University • London School of Economics (LSE) • London South Bank University • Queen Mary University • SOAS University of London • University College London (UCL) • University of the Arts London (UAL) • University of Westminster
Local Accommodation: Manna Ash House • Coopers Court • Don Gratton House • The Craft Building • Dinwiddy House • Paul Robeson House • Alliance House • Lillian Knowles House
