Hamilton Halls

Exterior view of Hamilton Halls

Hamilton is our newest hall of residence, offering en suite accommodation for 50 students on two floors of a modern development. It's located at the centre of our main campus, close to all the amenities.

  • 3 minute walk to the ARU Writtle’s Main Building
  • Closest medical centre is The Writtle Surgery, an 8 minute walk away
  • On campus
  • En suite rooms
  • Utilities included
  • Full membership to the newly refurbished Writtle Gym
  • Wireless internet access
  • Meals during term time (excludes Christmas and Easter holidays)
  • Cleaning in communal areas
  • Coin-operated laundry on campus
  • Four shared common rooms
  • Cycle storage on campus
  • Car parking
  • Live Well package, including:
    • Full membership to the newly refurbished Writtle Gym
    • Access to all Campus Sport sessions in Writtle and Chelmsford throughout your tenancy
    • Unlimited off-peak access to The Old Factory Gym (weekdays from 6am-3pm and weekends from 8.30am-4pm)

Your accommodation fees include evening meals Monday-Friday and brunch at weekends during teaching and exam weeks.

Car parking is available to students living in halls. Vehicles must be registered, display a permit and use designated student parking spaces (disabled parking bays are available). You can register and obtain a permit when you enrol as a student at Writtle. Currently there is no charge for parking on campus.

  • Bed and mattress (please note that bedding is not provided). Most rooms have a double bed
  • Wardrobe
  • En suite with enclosed shower unit
  • Desk and chair
  • Shelving
  • Notice board
  • Curtains
  • Carpet
  • Free wireless internet access
  • Television aerial socket
  • A safe

The rooms in Hamilton Halls have TV aerial sockets, but the TV signal may not always be strong. You may wish move in before deciding whether to bring a TV. Many of our students prefer to watch programmes online, and free internet access is available in all our halls. You do not need a TV licence to watch streaming services such as Netflix. You will need one if you want to watch TV in your room, download or record live programmes or watch BBC iPlayer on any device. Find out more about TV licences.

Four common rooms with:

  • Hob
  • Microwave and combi microwave
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Kettle

Before you move in

We'll ask you to pay £400 in advance to book your room. This will be deducted from your first rent payment once you've moved in and is not a refundable deposit.

Rent

Check our rent table for more information about rent costs, tenancy lengths and payment plans.

If you'd like to book a room in Hamilton Halls, apply online.