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Great place to stay however the common room was more just a glorified storage room that was never really used to its full potential and expensive hall subs should have been used in more events that made it better value for money. A Great kitchen and more social flats utilised the space well but my flat was rather unsocial so it was underutilised.
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Loughborough University Hall Rankings
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Most helpful review
Great place to stay however the common room was more just a glorified storage room that was never really used to its full potential and expensive hall subs should have been used in more events that made it better value for money. A Great kitchen and more social flats utilised the space well but my flat was rather unsocial so it was underutilised.
Value for money
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Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Robert Bakewell Information
| Telephone | +44 (0)1509 222254 |
| Postcode | LE11 3UR |
| Top tip | The hall is named after Robert Bakewell who was an eighteenth-century agriculturalist from nearby Dishley Grange. Visit the website to learn more! |
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This property offers a free on-campus bus, games room, common room, bike shed, launderette, wired & wireless internet, hall committee, warden service, all utilities included & Endsleigh insurance policy cover. Discover more!
Features
- Communal Kitchen
Internet Access
- Broadband
- WiFi
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- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
Recreational Facilities
- Entertainment Room
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- Cleaning Service
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
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- Bike Storage
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Robert Bakewell is located in the village 5 minutes from the library & EHB bar & a 10-minute walk from the Studnets' Unio.
Loughborough University
Loughborough Campus9 mins2 mins9 mins0.4 mi
Robert Bakewell Biography
Robert Bakewell is perfectly situated in the Student Village, with everything on your doorstep. The University Library, the Edward Herbert Building is a mere five-minute walk away and the Students’ Union is a ten-minute walk. The residents boast a homey and modern environment, making it a great choice for students.
In order to get around campus with ease there is a on-campus bus that students can make use of. Get to know your neighbours and make use of the common room and games room. All students' needs are met with the wired and wireless internet, launderette and bike shed. Stay stress-free with on-site hall committee, warden service, all utilities included rent and Endsleigh insurance policy cover.
At Robert Bakewell, you can enjoy your own space as all bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, with a shared kitchen area. All rooms are equipped with everything you need making it a comfortable stay.
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Shorter let lengths in this accommodation are available for exchange students and ONCampus students.
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When are you able to apply for September 2023
By member871773 On 24th September 22
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On 12th January 24
Hi there, thanks for your question.
The process of applying for accommodation follows a similar timeline each year, and varies slightly depending on different factors of your application, for example, whether you have a conditional or unconditional offer. For all information on the application process please head to our helpful step-by-step guide on the Loughborough Student Accommodation website.
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Very good hall, big social areas and a nice room. The weekly cleaning is good as well
Good location, only a 10 minute walk to lectures and 3 to the library. However shopping is a 30 minute walk there and 30 minutes back (unless you take the bus for £2 each way). The rooms are nice however the heating could be on more for the price paid, the rooms are not well insulated. Lovely staff!
location is further out from most of the uni buildings except for the engineering departments but is located in the student village so goos sense o community
Top 3 accommodations on Campus. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you are enjoying your time in Robert Bakewell! - Harry
Had an amazing time in robert bakewell ! the community feel was great and its was the ideal location being in the student village- i was close enough to pretty much everything i needed!
Great place to stay however the common room was more just a glorified storage room that was never really used to its full potential and expensive hall subs should have been used in more events that made it better value for money. A Great kitchen and more social flats utilised the space well but my flat was rather unsocial so it was underutilised.
Main issues were with wifi, but this is usually resolved within an hour.
So good with large kitchens that make it so easy to socialize. The location is near to the library and in the middle of lectures and Holywell which is very useful. Being in the student village makes seeing friends really easy also.
Has been overall a really fun year in the hall. Loved all the amenities and the space I have in my room, however did think the common room could’ve been improved when compared to similar halls like Rigg Rutt
Really good halls of residence but the price is getting too high to stay there now so I’m moving to a housing property instead next year
Accommodation was perfect for my first year, nice spacious rooms with wet rooms that gave me everything I needed. Kitchen was large but wasn't provided with enough chairs to house the amount of people in the flat. Cooking space worked but at times was a little crowded. Cleaning was included with the cost and when done was very good, but at times they didn't clean when they had cleaned in dirtier conditions which was confusing. They did help with any problems that we did have and when anything was broke it was quickly fixed
Regular cleaning, decent wifi, lovely kitchen and en-suite! Rooms are spacious and cleaning is regular and a good job. Really not much to complain about.
While my experience was overall good, I don't think it was worth around £8,000, especially since it's non-catered. The location is one of the best for an Engineering student and anyone who likes to use the library. My room didn't require any maintenance as everything worked as it should and when it didn't, it was usually fixed within a day or 2. I do think the flats should have a deeper clean between leases as the kitchen always smells funky and it's sink drain always smelt like morning breath. The kitchen and room cleaning was incredibly convenient. I'm not sure the kitchen would've looked like if it was up to students. Social spaces are standard. There's nothing wrong with them but nothing better than the standard. The hall wardens are GOATed and have multiple gatherings each month. The Internet is great when it works but often requires you to disconnect then reconnect OR recalibrate your device entirely. The phone wifi is so bad that I just use mobile data.
Great halls located near the library, engineering buildings and Holywell Gym. Close to middle of campus. Only slight downside is the common room.
Really enjoyed my time in Robert Bakewell Hall. Recommend if coming to Loughborough uni.
It is pretty actually always fine.
Very good hall, very good atmosphere and good location on campus. Nice rooms and en-suite.
Good size room, bathroom, and kitchen. Me and my flatmates hang out a lot in the kitchen and I like having my own en-suite bathroom
Amazing accommodation, lovely and clean. Maintenance kept on top of everything! On campus, near to the gym and spar for a quick shop. Good laundry centre, barely ever 100% in use.
A good accommodation for a first year. Enjoyed it thoroughly
Cleaning could be better to be honest. Maintenance was good came soon as possible. It’s a good location near other accommodation and near the library etc
Had a great time here. Warden are always around and approachable.
Absolutely excellent service and regular checks for those with disabilities - super inclusive hall!
Good place to live. But too expensive, especially as the price is going up next year. Signal not always amazing. Social aspect can be poor but i know they are ser to improve that next year.
Good place to live with good location and people, signal not the best and social aspect can be poor
Lovely hall which I am have enjoyed staying in. Great facilities
Large halls,good kitchen facilities,having an en-suite is a definite plus.Only few mins from Library and is ideal spot for Business and engineer students. Would recommend,however the price is a bit overpriced.
Very good overall however the WiFi drops out sometimes and the common room is below average
The experience was fantastic.would recommend to anyone joining loughborough
They're good at maintenance (e.g. fixing heating/ a light bulb) same day. Good student atmosphere and lovely housekeeping staff! Close to the library, spar shop and lecture hall so quite convenient. One thing I'd say is that the heating should be better - you can't control when it's on and it gets cold frequently.
Really good location, with lovely rooms, bathrooms and kitchens. Feels very safe and secure. Love my flat!
I think Bakewell is good value for money as the kitchens have great facilities and are very modern and big which allows for good social spaces. However, I would recommend bakewell more for those on the west side of campus doing science based subjects as it’s a bit of a walk from the east side. I would also say it’s not the most social hall on campus but the rooms make up for this.
Modern accommodation with nice sized rooms, kitchens well cleaned weekly!
Fairly expensive but good comparatively and it really is a great hall with a great community feel so close to the library and quite central for all students no matter the degree.
It was a very pleasant experience, room is relatively spacious and the fact that everyone has an ensuite really elevated the experience of it all. The kitchen is quite nice and spacious, and the location is especially great if you're studying architecture/engineering/physics because its a mere 5 minutes walk away.
Cleaners once a week to clean the communal area, every 2 weeks for your room. Maintenance issues usually comes after a few hours after report if not emergency
I've really enjoyed Robert Bakewell, it feels really modern + clean so has made it really easy to settle in
Lovely modern hall, new kitchens and lovely cleaning staff - would recommend!
Good room, brilliant communal space, lovely flatmates, good committee members
Really great community and social aspect , nice location and really safe
Bakewell is a nice accommodation but not the closest to my lectures - there aren’t many social spaces to interact with other flats either
The hall is rather new and better than many others but it’s quite far from most central locations on campus. The internet is not really great here. Plus it would be wonderful if cleaning could happen more often.
Robert Bakewell hall is a hall in Loughborough University. It has an en suite bathroom and spacious kitchens, with weekly cleaners. Very nice and spacious beds
Incredibly social hall! Best on campus! Great sized rooms and kitchens, lots of social spaces, and weekly cleaning!
Really good for engineering but a little walk from town and union. The walk is max 10 mins and you don’t really notice the distance. Good size rooms kitchens and en-suites. Good cleaners 2 times a week and a nice big common room and laundry room.
I love this accommodation, really spacious, modern and clean.
A great community feel about the place, would recommend to anyone wanting to come.
Dreamy. Best location at Loughborough, don’t win hall of the year for nothing
The kitchen is nice and the accommodation is nice but the social experience hasn't been the best which is surprising considering it is one of the larger halls.
Was really good, enjoyed every second of it!!
Big hall one of the nicest accoms on campus. Central location in student villlage and to library, engineering and Holywell gym. Great socials and many opportunities to meet new people.
great place to live but i would say it is far from town and i didn't have a car
I love Bakewell! I am so lucky that I had the best freshers and second year experience here, with both my flats being 10/10! It’s so close to everything you would need on campus and is always lively on nights out! The committee put on amazing events all year round and make it worth the money!
All Loughborough halls provide a great student experience and you get to know everyone around the hall
Excellent. Whilst it is looking slightly tired in areas (2021), Robert Bakewell provided me with two years of enjoyable experiences. Social life is excellent with hall committees organising regular events from welfare weeks to punch parties, summer and winter balls and huge carnival like days called hall days. Lots of tradition, lots of fun and with an excellent sub warden support network.
Great Hall. The bedrooms and kitchen are nicely finished and the committee make it a really fun place to be!
Overall, Robert Bakewell Halls are very good. Cleaners are very friendly, rooms are sufficient and the on suite is good. Theres a reason why its rated so highly. However, the walls are very thin and the beds are terrible. Expect to be awakened by beds squeaking from people shagging and students screaming after a night out. Overall, very good.
Robert Bakewell is the best hall on campus! 3/5 stars for location as in first year it is great to be on campus but when you affiliate (live out of halls) in second year its a bit of a drag from town to it, but social life is great, modern spacious rooms and kitchens!
Hello, Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to hear that you had such a positive time in Bakewell you continued to affiliate with it in 2nd year! Why not share your experiences even further by completing our accommodation case study form. - Emily
Although it is a more expensive hall, I think it is value for money because you receive a double bed, en suite and you're self-catered, which were all desirable for me. The room is spacious and the kitchen areas are nice and big (although they are lime green..). Good hall culture, I was really able to get involved in freshers fully every night through Bakewell as it is led well by a student committee. Pretty decent location, in the village with lots of other halls, 2 mins walk from the Library and 5 mins walk from Holywell Gym, a takeaway and shop also nearby. The only thing that is on the other side of campus is the Union, but you walk in groups so its no hassle and is really not that far. All in all, a good experience.
Avoid plenty better halls in hindsight
Hey member641434 We're sorry to hear that you had a bad experience in halls. We'd love to hear more about your time in halls so we can try and make improvements for future students. If you've got time to share some feedback with us, please email us at emailus@lboro.ac.uk Thanks Tendo
Great hall with a great experience, only shame is the walk across campus!
The start of an incredible journey, somewhere that made everyone feel involved, made some true friends for life, through some incredible events and memories. Will always be the best hall on campus , we’re bakewell till we die!
Such a close knit community and such fun
Hall is located in a fantastic part of the student village, being an approximately 5-10 minute walk from both the Holywell Gym and LSU. Hall Committee ensure that all students get a great experience whilst in Bakewell.
Great room, terrible stuck up people
I've had a great experience living in Robert Bakewell. Both kitchen and rooms are in great condition and really spacious. Really close to the purple onion and to the library for last minute deadlines. Also really close to engineering department which has been great for me. It is further to the union but that hasn't been a problem. The social side has been really good too, lot's of stuff to get involved in and regular events.
Certain to make you comfortable in a large living space. Everything you could need.
Such a great place, great people and great fun!
Great room size and bathroom facilities. Kitchen space is great with a table and sofa. The wifi isn't great and needs updating.
Best hall in the UK and definitely best in Loughborough
Internet is a shocker but that's a campus wide issue. Got the nicest cleaner in the world, friendly maintenance guys & very helpful/approachable hall management team. Common room has table tennis/pool/tv/xbox/darts. Probably the best common room in the Uni. Plus we have the best socials.
I believe that Robert Bakewell hall is the best choice for Loughborough University
Really good hall, great people.
Felt uncomfortable in this hall, with nobody there to help. Last year I stayed there and the committee did nothing to accommodate the freshers and just cared about themselves. Had the worst year of my life there.
Lovely hall, very lively and always social! Can be a bit cliquey at times but once you find your pals your set for life lovely place to live!
Really good facilities and a good aptmosohere
Met some amazing people during fresher's events with the hall. Bakewell is very friendly and gets you involved with various activities. Rooms are a great size and the en-suite is a lovely bonus. Kitchen's are also spacious with room for are few people cooking at once without getting in each other's way too much. Overall Bakewell is a great hall. The price tag is a little painful but it's certainly worth it for what you get.
Loved the room and who I was living with, but wifi cut out very often
Good Hall, quite expensive but worth the extra money for a bigger room and ensuite
Internet is terrible. If you like to watch youtube, live elsewhere.
Great experience have loved the facilities especially the double bed and the en-suite. Everyone is part of the Bakewell family and makes you feel at home with great punch parties where everyone in Bakewell comes together.
Bakewell is defiantly the best hall at Loughborough, it has the best wardens team! I will forever be a Bakewell baller!
Good location for Holywell, Engineering and library but would have to say that the social side felt a bit like a "committee-fest" at times
Lived in Bakewell since September as an Engineering Student. Location is perfect as it's next to both the library and the Engineering building. Social life is also amazing due to the committee efforts but this is the same as with most halls in Loughborough. Cleaners and maintenance guys a cracking, always polite and easy to talk to, never rude. More expensive than other halls, but with maintenance loans covering most of the rent bill anyway, it won't make a difference to your bank balance. You'll be poor wherever you live.
Great rooms with good kitchens and probably the best quality of room available, however is expensive and social spaces were average until now .
Fantaistic hall with great facilities and friendly staff. The Hall is well positioned on campus, very close to the library. At the heart of the student village it is alway livily with something going on. The hall is very friendly with people always about to talk to and hang out with. The hall also is one of the best in Loughborough winning many awards and doing extremely well in others. The committee are all fun loving and approachable as well is the Warden and Warden Team.
Best hall in the uni wicked people nice people sick parties some proper funny nights out solid banter
En suite is the best part of this hall, but is that really a priority when at uni? Kitchens are comparable to the ones of many other self-catered halls. Socially can be quite good if you get the right people in your flat, but doesn't have that 'hall community' feel that others do (eg. Falk Egg, Telford). Good hall overall, but I don't find its worth the extra money payed.
Not that great for money, committee aren't the best.
The rooms are big and everyone is friendly. Also, the wardens get involved in events. It is also convenient to contact the wardens when they are needed.