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All the staff are polite and welcoming when I first came here. The location is perfect, everything is within walking distance. The price, I would say is a little expensive but I think the location and everything else makes it worth it. Although the oven and hob is has no readings so you can't tell if its on or not that's the only downside.
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All the staff are polite and welcoming when I first came here. The location is perfect, everything is within walking distance. The price, I would say is a little expensive but I think the location and everything else makes it worth it. Although the oven and hob is has no readings so you can't tell if its on or not that's the only downside.
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Blenheim Court Information
| Telephone | 0300 303 8642 |
| Postcode | BS1 3NW |
| Top tip | Close to the city centre and home to 231 students, Blenheim Court is ideally located for students. Visit the website to find out more! |
Room Types
3 Single Rooms - Premium Range 1 Ensuite (UWE)
Single Studios Premium Range 1 Studio (UWE)
Single Studios Classic Studio (UWE)
Amenities
This property offers vending machines (snack food) & common room. Discover more!
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- Common Room
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Storage Units
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (24-hour on call)
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
Special Policies
- No Smoking
TV
- TV in Room
Transport
- Bike Storage
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Blenheim Court is just a few minutes away from the city centre, Bristol's shopping quarter, Stokes Croft, cafes, live music & graffiti.
UWE Bristol
City Campus57 mins13 mins30 mins3.2 mi
Blenheim Court Biography
At Blenheim Court getting to class couldn’t be easier as the University of Bristol is a short 10-minute walk away and UWE is easily accessible via the bus. Being so close to the city centre means you get to enjoy the city’s shopping quarter, which includes a Harvey Nichols department store, Primark and Nando’s restaurant.
Stokes Croft is also nearby and is where you can find independent cafes, live music and graffiti. There are vending machines available to make use of when wanting to grab a midnight snack. If you are in a sociable mood, you can hang out in the common room fitted with comfy couches, a TV and a pool table. For added convenience, there is also a Tesco Express located on the ground floor.
You have a selection of en-suite and studio rooms to choose from. No matter which room type you choose, you can be sure that you will have your very own private bathroom. If you stay in an en-suite room, you will share a kitchen with flatmates, but if you opt for a studio you will have your own kitchen inside your room.
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All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation
What tenancy length do I need?
Some students choose to stay during the academic year, whilst others – particularly international students – require a tenancy that covers the entire year. You can also find student accommodation that is available for one or two terms, classified as a “short stay” on our search filters.
Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
This is totally up to you! Catered accommodation means you will be served meals at set times in a dining hall, and you’ll likely have access to fewer kitchen facilities than if you were to stay in self-catered accommodation.
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
A guarantor is a person who signs a contract to agree to pay your rent if you are unable to. Most university accommodation requires a guarantor, and this applies to both domestic and international students.
Will I need to pay a deposit on student accommodation?
Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.
What bills will my rent include?
If you are staying in university-run accommodation or private halls, your rent should include any utilities such as electricity, gas, water, and internet. Students are not required to pay council tax, however you may need to fill in an exemption form so make sure you check with your local council.
What is purpose-built student accommodation?
Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed for students. They are often located close to campus, boast modern facilities, include all bills, and often have staff on site to assist residents.
Will my student accommodation be furnished?
Student accommodation is typically fully furnished. Your room should include at least a bed, clothes storage, desk and chair. You’ll likely need to bring things such as bedding and kitchen utensils, but we have a full list here of everything you’ll need.
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I’ve had a relatively good experience at Blenheim, we have had problems few and far apart however in my opinion most white goods in the building are outdated and are in need of replacement. Some examples of this for you are the extractor fan, fridge and hob. Throughout the year the WiFi has been very good and all staff have been accommodating at all times.
Blenheim court is overall very satisfactory. I’m happy with the price I pay. I feel like it is fair and suitable in regards to the flat. Maintenance are always helpful and quick to solve an issues. Receptionists and all staff members are lovely and always offering help where needed. In all honesty, the pool table and cues could do with some work, but other than that, I have nothing bad to say about Blenheim.
Had a good experience, management has been good and the location is great
the staff are lovely and it’s super central just wish there was more social space
Great place to stay, I really enjoy my time here. Highly recommend
All the staff are polite and welcoming when I first came here. The location is perfect, everything is within walking distance. The price, I would say is a little expensive but I think the location and everything else makes it worth it. Although the oven and hob is has no readings so you can't tell if its on or not that's the only downside.
Blenheim Court is a decent place to live as a student, mainly because of its great location. It’s super convenient being close to the university, city center, and bus station, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. The staff are really friendly and always try to help, and the little events they organize are a nice touch to bring people together. That said, maintenance can be a bit slow and unreliable, and some appliances, like the kitchen equipment, can feel dated or prone to breaking. The beds aren’t the most comfortable either, which isn’t ideal when you’re already dealing with student life stress. Overall, it’s a nice place with some flaws, but the convenience and atmosphere make up for a lot of it.
Mostly fine. A few issues with maintenance (lifts, showers) and evidence of a pest infestation (flies from the walls, rats). Rooms are clean and spacious, and the kitchens have all amenities needed.
Good location with access to many ammenities though wheb issues come up it takes time to fix
Calm environment, great location
I have good time here ! Staffs are very nice
All the staff are lovely, have had an issues of maintenance not coming/fixing our freezer properly. It’s a nice layout, could definitely have a larger/more central social area. And more washing machines!!!
lovely location, had a few issues with water but was easily solved, staff are lovely and sure helpful
Really great location. Could do with better social area and more washing machines.
Such a brilliant place to pick for accommodation!
The facilities and staff are great and it’s a very good central location. The area is generally clean, just washing is quite expensive.
Good but bit slow to fix stuff like our tap
I just moved in here 10days ego. So far my experience is good. Everyone working here is very friendly and helpful .I have nothing to complain about.
came here and all the staff were very loving and kind and made it easy to move in
Nice place. Nice area and good place to live
amazing place lovely staff. amazing g facilities
lovely place, amazing staff, very convenient location
I’ve had a good experience at Blenheim, although I feel there should be more social spaces.
The staff on the front desk are so friendly and welcoming which makes starting university in a new city feel much less daunting! Blenheim is a really convenient spot being opposite the bus station and near Cabot Circus. Maintenance issues are also resolved quickly.
Had such a lovely experience living here. The staff are all so friendly, especially Hailey! She always makes us feel super welcome and safe and it’s always lovely to see her.
Feel incredible safe and love my room with the perfect size.
I really enjoy living at Blenheim court, it’s a safe and comfortable enviroment and I really am happy here.
Lovely accommodation with a perfect location. The pool table brings people together and the tesco attached to the building is beyond convenient.
I read reviews on Blenheim initially and was a little apprehensive about staying here because some reviews were not so great but I beg to differ! I can’t be happier to be at Blenheim. The staff are quick and efficient and yes it can be dirty at times but the mess is cleaned up very quickly in the common areas and locations! Location is close to Cabot and to the city as well. Easy access to the bus stop to uwe also and Tesco is right downstairs.
The best and the worst accommodation at the same time. I had good flatmates and the location is absolutely the best out of all city accom, however there are so many on going pest issues with rats and silverfish. The staff are also the absolute worst (hopeless) if I'm completely honest - even the cleaner and security team are better. They also started construction work to the exterior of the building 3 months into moving in with no prior warning! This was awful, so loud and disruptive - again the staff/building manager had nothing much to say nor offer any compensation for this.
Didn’t have an oven for 6 months, it took weeks of pestering to get it fixed or any compensation. In addition I had multiple mice and various rodentia living in the kitchen, along with silverfish and worst of all a great deal of black mould. Would not recommend, steer clear.
Our flat only has one fridge between 5 people which is not big enough. Other flats have two. We have asked for another one but the problem has not been fixed and most likely ignored. The ongoing construction work outside wakes me up and there is no privacy screen on my window where construction men walk past everyday. Could this construction not have waited until the summer when everyone has moved out? But idk maybe this wasn’t possible. Lifts are constantly going out of order with long delays to fix. Social area is depressingly small compared to the other uni accommodations and there’s only 3 washing machines to the whole building. Location is the only good thing about this place. But I’d recommend moving into Marketgate or Nelson and Drake.
Could be better but could be worse. A lot of things needed to be fixed
Some of the kitchen panels were Brocken when we got here and we didn’t have bins
Great location and value for money. Maintenance is up to date and never had a problem with wifi. Usually people at the reception to help you if you have any queries.
my experience in Blenheim has been good i’m happy to be in the city centre, staff are helpful but often maintenance takes a very long time, and wi-fi often cuts out, the taps run extremely hots so be careful when washing up, i’ve had mice and it took up to two weeks for maintenance to sort it out but other than that i have enjoyed my stay here, people are nice and their are often socials going on.
best part is the location as right next to bus stop and the centre. bad that they’re doing construction on the building for the rest of the year as it feels invasive and covers the windows.
Great place for first Years very active and well taken care of dorms
Relatively good. However there is a massive mice/pest problem. And a lot of Broken appliances / missing appliances have never been given or replaced.
it does the job, had some issues with the lifts breaking and not being fixed, ongoing construction is a bit disruptive but will conclude in 2024. regular social events are held but don't cater to dietary requirements.
Overall pretty good some room for improvement definitely with making sure the elevators work
Great place to live, very central. Nice layout in the bedrooms, lounge and kitchen.
The location is very good with Tesco location right beside the accommodation. Social places and the washer rooms are decent given the accomodation prices. However, sometimes we notice mouses here and there but the stuff try to solve it as soon as we let them know so it's not a big problem. Overall, decent accommodation quality and worth the money.
nice location, close to cabot circus but minor mouse and rat problem
Great accommodation, perfect location and lovely staff
Blenheim is okay except for the mouse and silverfish infestations. As well as this the fridge in my flat leaks, oven doesn’t shut properly, wifi hardly works and the heating in my flat doesn’t switch on. Other than that it’s 10/10
It's mostly decent. My room gets no natural light thooo.
Constant lifts down, washing machines broken and not fixed (also expensive and not enough for building), pests in kitchen (mice) - you report it and they don’t get anything done about it to extent we’ve had mice in kitchen for the full term and we aren’t only ones in building. Staff friendly enough. There’s building works constantly and loud noise from road, very disruptive.
The service here is like watching someone iron a creased shirt with the iron switched off. Horizontal, haphazard and clearly in need of some serious administration reorganisation. They give you unnecessary parking fines when you go to move in. Even if a person was staying in the car and not obstructing any other vehicle entrance or road. (A personal note) Any interaction with the reception staff is frankly futile as the left hand never knows that the right hand is doing, on top of their blasé attitude to dealing with complaints. However, this is the least I expected from a company called ‘Unite Students’ as they’re clearly united in being inept and inadequate.
Thank you for your review. We’re really sorry to hear you haven’t had a great experience at Blenheim Court. Student feedback is important to us, and we take your review very seriously.To provide clarity, parking fines are only given to students who violate parking regulations. Even when sitting in one's vehicle, it is against regulations to park oustside the loading bayWe are sorry for the negative experience you had with our reception staff and administration. We will feed this back internally and will look into how we can better support residents’ concerns going forward. If you would be open to discussing this further, please contact us at blenheimcourt@unitestudents.com Thanks Shirley
Lovely experience, very social