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I have had an exceptional experience living at Rushford Court during my time as a student. The accommodations are top-notch, with modern facilities and a comfortable living environment that truly feels like a home away from home. The location is convenient, with easy access to university campuses and local amenities, which has made my daily routine seamless and stress-free. One of the standout aspects of my stay has been the incredible support from Catelin, a member of the staff at Rushford Court. From the moment I moved in, Catelin has been incredibly helpful in every aspect. She has always been supportive and proactive, going above and beyond to ensure that I had everything I needed for a smooth transition into my new home. Her assistance with house moving was invaluable, making what could have been a stressful experience completely hassle-free. Catelin's dedication to helping students settle in and feel comfortable is truly commendable. She is always available to answer questions,
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I have had an exceptional experience living at Rushford Court during my time as a student. The accommodations are top-notch, with modern facilities and a comfortable living environment that truly feels like a home away from home. The location is convenient, with easy access to university campuses and local amenities, which has made my daily routine seamless and stress-free. One of the standout aspects of my stay has been the incredible support from Catelin, a member of the staff at Rushford Court. From the moment I moved in, Catelin has been incredibly helpful in every aspect. She has always been supportive and proactive, going above and beyond to ensure that I had everything I needed for a smooth transition into my new home. Her assistance with house moving was invaluable, making what could have been a stressful experience completely hassle-free. Catelin's dedication to helping students settle in and feel comfortable is truly commendable. She is always available to answer questions,
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Rushford Court Information
| Telephone | 0300 303 8642 |
| Postcode | DH1 4RY |
| Top tip | A restored Victorian building paired with modern accommodation facilities. Visit the website to find out more. |
Room Types
Single Studios Classic Studio
Amenities
This property offers a common room, cinema room, outdoor social space, study room, music room & gym. Discover more!
Popular
- Cinema
- Gym
- Library or Study Area
Features
- Communal Kitchen
- Vending Machines
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
- Onsite Manager
Recreational Facilities
- Cinema
- Entertainment Room
- Gym
- Outdoor Area
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
- Secure Building Entry
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Library or Study Area
Transport
- Bike Storage
Travel Times
Rushford Court is a 5-minute walk from Durham train and bus stations & is a 15 minute walk from shops, bars, restaurants & culture of Durham city centre.
Durham University
Durham Campus24 mins5 mins15 mins1.5 mi
Rushford Court Biography
Staying at Rushford Court means you can make use of the low-cost bus which will take you to all of Durham University campuses. Durham train station and bus station are a five-minute walk away making commuting as easy as can be. If you are looking to get out and about, Durham city centre is a fifteen-minute walk away and is jam-packed with restaurants, shops, and bars. Alternatively, you can wander to Flass Vale nature reserve nearby.
You have a choice of common areas to choose from such as the cinema room, games area, and outdoor social space. There is a free on-site gym and music room as well as secure storage for bikes. The communal study area is ideal when needing to focus on your work.
Rushford Court offers a range of light, contemporary rooms. You can choose to stay in a studio or an en-suite room with a shared kitchen and lounge. All of the rooms have under-bed storage as well as a study desk and chair, so all you need to do is unpack.
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Q&A
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Hello, how big are the beds in rushford court when charged for a bigger bed within the room?
By member9115391 On 19th September 24
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On 20th September 24
Hello, its all depends on the room type we offer 3/4 or double
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How do I book?
By member13114757 On 13th September 24
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On 20th September 24
Hello, Rushford court is not on sale, we do have Elvet studios and Houghall Court within durham
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What tenancy length do I need?
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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.
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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.
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Read Rushford Court Reviews
I stayed here last year and our block lost WiFi for two weeks with no communication or compensation.
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Accommodation was in a great place and I really loved the rooms very modern and well organised. The staff sometimes didn’t sort issues very quickly and it was on the pricier side.
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Staff are friendly and helpful. Construction is still ongoing so there aren't a lot of social spaces, but the student council makes sure to have enough activities to still build a sense of community
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very approachable staff, tracy, Wilma, Irma, rebecca, matthew, and lee of the night staff couldn’t be more welcoming and happy to help
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Best accommodation in Durham! Staff is very friendly and helpful e.g. needed to urgently print some stuff on Wed the 3rd at 3am and Dave B with Lee dropped everything they did and helped!
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to leave us a review - our night team are always on hand to help out
I have had an exceptional experience living at Rushford Court during my time as a student. The accommodations are top-notch, with modern facilities and a comfortable living environment that truly feels like a home away from home. The location is convenient, with easy access to university campuses and local amenities, which has made my daily routine seamless and stress-free. One of the standout aspects of my stay has been the incredible support from Catelin, a member of the staff at Rushford Court. From the moment I moved in, Catelin has been incredibly helpful in every aspect. She has always been supportive and proactive, going above and beyond to ensure that I had everything I needed for a smooth transition into my new home. Her assistance with house moving was invaluable, making what could have been a stressful experience completely hassle-free. Catelin's dedication to helping students settle in and feel comfortable is truly commendable. She is always available to answer questions,
Thank you for leavng such a lovely review - we do pride our selves on offering a home from home experience
Very patient and helpful customer service!
Thank you for leaving us a review :)
Mathew was very helpful and friendly
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Night shift staff are really kind and friendly!
Thank you for your review, and mentioning our night team
My key card was missing, and when I came to the front desk at 11 PM seeking help, Lee kindly assisted me! Thank you, Lee!
Thank you for leaving a review, pleased you managed to get your key card
I’ve had a wonderful experience living here. The thing that has made my overall experience better has to be the staff. A special mention I would like to make it’s for the night manager Dave. He has been a big help when needed. Very friendly, helpful and polite.
Thank you for your review, so pleased to hear you have had a wonderful experience living with us
Very nice place to stay and the staff are very friendly and helpful especially Lee. Couldn’t expect any more
Thank you for your review we are so hapy to hear you like living with us
I liked living here Rebecca was so nice and helpful with everything.
Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate it
It's a good place to live, the location is convenient and the staff is friendly especially Rebekah I'll keep living here if it's not rented to Durham.
Thank you for your review, much apppreciated Rushford is in a good location for both shopping and the Uni
really good accommodation Rebecca who works on site is always lovely in reception and happy to help
Thank you for your review, i will pass your comments over to the lovely Rebekha she is always ready to help anytime
Everybody who works at this accommodation makes it feel so homely. Shout out to Rebecca especially, she’s been wonderful!
Thenk you for your review, So please Rushford court makes you feel homely we do make it a home from home space you can enjoy :)
Rebecca is really nice. near to the train station
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The rent and inflation is too high
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Lovely place to stay and such kind staff especially Rebekah who has been so helpful!
Thank you for your kind words will make sure to pass on to Rebekah
Amazing location and staff, decent value for money. Main issue is the construction which is noisy and blocks our paths.
thank you for your review, Rushford is in a really good location
everything is good except for the fire alarm
Thank you for leaving a review, sometimes Fire alarm activations cant be helped. if you are ,meaning the weekly fire alarm test this does need to be tested for your safety
Yah it’s great. I do recommend to my frds
Thank you for taking your time to leave us a review, we always appreciate a recommendation
It’s a nice location 5 ish minutes from the bus stop and on north road which is literally the centre of the bus stop. The staff are very friendly and always have an activity coming up. Laundry is a bit expensive though
Thanks for your review, keep checking for new events coming up soon
The staff are the highlight, so lovely and really make the experience good! I feel looked after and happy. The value for money is not good though, as I feel like I am paying an extortionate amount!
Thank you for your review i will be sure to pass your comments over
Rly nice Chinese new year celebration with amazing food.
Thank you for your review lovely to hear feedback from our students, wished i had been their to try the amazing food on offer :)
WiFi went down for ten days in our block and we have very little communication about whether it would be resolved or not, and took ages to resolve. We have still not received compensation despite paying for a service we don't have access to.
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So glad I stayed at Rushford! Beautiful accommodation and the events put on for students are amazing, I am so grateful for all the facilities on site and think it's great value for money!
Thank you for taking your time to write this review, pleases you are enjoying livig with us, if you have any ideas for new events please drops these at reception :)
It’s an excellent experience for Chinese new year celebrations, the food is very native and delicious. All Staffs are friendly.
Thank you for taking your time to leave us a review, pleased you enjoyed the Chinese new year celebrations
I am very satisfied with the learning environment at Durham University. Here, I can make friends from many countries, which makes my life interesting
Thank you for your review, so pleased you are making lots of new friends
I've spent the summer stay at Rushford Court and overall, it's been a pleasant experience. The rooms are clean, modern, and come with all the necessary amenities for student living. One standout feature of this accommodation is the wonderful staff, particularly Irma. Always friendly, and ready to help with any questions or concerns, Irma makes the living experience here that much better.
It’s a nice place. Really good for its price. The room layouts can be better though. Some rooms have an odd layout.
Beautiful place, excellent staff, really nice people, very convenient to school and railway station
thank you for leaving a review we are located in a really good location
Live here for 2years, best student accommodation in Durham
2 years wow, thank you for taking your time to leave us a review
Good location and staffs are so kind and friendly!
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Amazing experience! Beautiful setting and staff are super lovely. Feels homely and safe and great location :)
thank you we do offer a 24/7 security/service
Overall, this is my fourth great year at Rushford Court. The quality of living here has been upgraded every year. This year is the best so far. I’m very pleased with the warm staff and my life here.
4th year living with us, thank you for staying with us
Staffs are always very nice!!! :)
thank you :)
Great student accommodation, love it
pleased you are living it here with us
I WOULD RECOMMEND MY FRIENDS TO LIVE IN RUSHFORD COURT BECAUSE IT IS REALLY GOOD. IT HAS VERH GOOD STAFFS,THEY ARE ALL FRIENDLY
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Fantastic place, Irma and Jackie has been the most helpful and kind
Thank you for leaving us a review much appreciated
Perfect place to live in！Best staffs, best roommates and best environment for me to have a best year. I’m so grateful to have a great relationship with everyone here.
Wow im pleased you are having your BEST time living with us
Excellent friendly staff who are always happy to help and who go above and beyond to improve student experience by holding free food and social events regularly.
Thank you for leaving us a review, its a Bonus for the FREE food, hope you will be joining us on 23RD January for our Chinese New year Buffet
Great place! Clean and beautiful. Staff are very nice 😊
thank you for taking your time to drop us a review, we really appreciate it
Good, receptionists are very friendly, all my roommates are extremely nice and warm.
thank you for your review, we always make everyone feel welcome
Outstanding staff - exceptionally friendly and helpful.
thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your expiernce with us :)
Rockford Court is really a good place to live with good location in the city of Durham, it only takes me 5 minutes to walk from apartment to the train station and 10 minutes train to Newcastle city center.
thank you for your review, we are very close to the city centre which makes life as a student even better hhttps://www.unitestudents.com/durham/rushford-courtttps:
perfect location, It would have been nice to have a bigger gym, receptions are really nice, the festive décor was very nice and the complimentary fruits and small snacks were sweet
Thank you for the lovely review, the fruit fridays have been a big sucess, pop to reception next tuesday for a Free grab and go breakfast
really nice staff and nice rooms great location many different activities
Thanks for your review, we have a few fun events planned so hope you can make them :)
I live with 6 other flatmates in Rushford court. It’s really beautiful, the rooms are very big and have long windows. Mine has a lovely view of some trees which I like. The kitchens are amazing, super modern and very cozy. And I love the staff so much, they make it feel like a home from home.
we really appreciate your review, its such a pleasure to read that you are happy with our staff and Rushford Court. Thank you so much :)
My experience at Rushford Court, Unite Students has been simply amazing. The staff are nothing short of brilliant and they are always on hand to help with anything. Especially reception! They are so kind and generous and always brighten up my day. The accommodation and facilities are state of the art, I cannot recommend this place enough. Whether you be an extrovert or introvert there is something for everyone here.
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it means so much to us that we have made a positive difference to your time with us :)
Amazing and friendly staff that truly care and make living here a joy
Thank you for your lovely review, we are always happy to help!