Dorchester House

The social experience of the halls is good, but when I arrived some stuff in the room was broken and wasn’t in great condition. Every single flat that I have been to the markings on the oven has been rubbed off so you literally cannot see what setting or temperature you are cooking at. The bin facilities are also always super full and you can never really get your bin in without slinging it over your shoulder, a bit grim. The washing machines are also overpriced but you expect that from halls. The location is really good but in general Home Park is a lot nicer. The wifi is good and I’ve never really had any issues with it, and there’s always events on in the common room, the bed is also a really good size.

Dorchester house has great facilities which are updated regularly to stay modern. Best feature of these halls are that it is across the road from ASDA and train station making it easy to go home when homesick or carry weekly food shops.

The room size and kitchen are perfect for first year students with just enough space for storage. The set out allows students to meet with each other and begin friendships encouraged by the social settings e.g. TV, pool and other social areas. The facilities given are also equipped well to aid comfortably living throughout the year.

Glad to have chosen Dorchester as it's so easy to get to places (e.g close to Asda, nightclubs, train/coach station). The facilities are pretty good but only downside is the hard beds.

Very spacious, lovely court yard, good level of security - feel safe and very welcoming. Staff are polite and more than happy to help with any problems you have.

Great location, nearby shops and clubs within walking distance. Facilities are good and rooms clean. Spacious but slightly overpriced.

Dorchester this year has been a good place for a fresher to live. Although there has been pest problems and some issues with other residents it has been a comfortable home away from home. The location of the halls isn’t great as it’s a bit far but that’s okay as you can walk everywhere. The social life is ok as the res life time try and organise big group events.

Really good location; close to bus stops for uni, supermarkets and clubs! Rooms were gorgeous, they had double beds and ensuite bathrooms. Only real problem was the quality of the wifi!

The location of Dorchester House is right next to a large Asda and the central train station which is convenient. The uni bus stop is right outside and therefore quick and easy especially for early mornings. The social area of Dorchester is nicely designed and they have events Almost every week with free food and competitions to win prizes that are actually decent. The rooms are spacious and include a double bed, desk area and ensuite bathroom which is easy to clean and contains a nice shower. The only downside of Dorchester is that the lift is often out of order and this can be annoying if you live on the fourth or fifth floor, especially if you are looking to take your suitcase down all of the stairs. Plus it is slightly expensive at almost 2 thousand pounds per term.

The facilities were good, but the expense for some halls is too much, especially when there isn't much of a difference between them.

Good location, nice spacious rooms, generally facilities included in rooms are good and good social space. However, the staff can be really unorganised with repairs and communication between the team. Many times I have asked for things to be repaired in my room and it takes weeks most of the time before anything gets done after me having to remind them a number of times. Social experience within halls is great, lots of parties going on. However, not so great if you’re doing a nursing course like me and need to get a decent amount of sleep at night.

Overall Dorchester house was a good place to stay, it will clean and secure. Not downsides were the high cost and the unexpected admin fee charge at the end of the tenency

Overall Dorchester house was a good place to stay, it will clean and secure. Not downsides were the high cost and the unexpected admin fee charge at the end of the tenency

Great location, with great staff! However it can get extremely warm a fan is your essential as the window opens the tiniest amount. Great location, right opposite Asda and the train station. First on the bus route to uni

Really nice flats, spacious rooms and double beds which is always a bonus. Social experience has been great. The only thing I would say is reception are not that helpful and sometimes really grumpy. If somthing is broken in your flat they take a while to come and fix it. Social area is also very small, only a couple places to sit and study.

Good location and nice rooms. Thin walls. Sometimes anti social. Far from uni but close to station and Asda.

Location is sick. Layout is sick. Uni is sick. Yeah huh!!!! Go bu you can shag so many birds it's easier. That's why I need these free condoms