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from University of Derby - Derby Campus, One Friar Gate Square
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Feels very safe and relationships connected to the city centre, fast at maintence/fixing issues if you have them and a lot of services/benefits eg pool table, darts, yoga. The cleaners are very thorough and the staff are so friendly and helpful
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University of Derby Hall Rankings
| Darley Bank | #1 |
| Peak Court | #2 |
| Nunnery Court | #3 |
| Agard Court | #4 |
| The Croft | #5 |
| Northgate House | #6 |
| Flamsteed Court | #7 |
| St Christopher's Court | #8 |
| Princess Alice Court | #9 |
| Roman House | #10 |
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Most helpful review
Feels very safe and relationships connected to the city centre, fast at maintence/fixing issues if you have them and a lot of services/benefits eg pool table, darts, yoga. The cleaners are very thorough and the staff are so friendly and helpful
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
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Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Peak Court Information
| Telephone | 07771 838993 |
| Postcode | DE1 3GZ |
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Room Types
Single Rooms - Ensuite Adapted Ensuite
Amenities
This property offers an exciting Residence Life programme of mostly-free events & activities, wellbeing & pastoral support, 24 hour mobile contact number, weekly cleaning service, superfast Wifi, night time security staff, CCTV & intercom entry system, prompt maintenance service, free room contents insurance & free bike storage. Discover more!
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- Wheelchair Access
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- Communal Kitchen
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- WiFi
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- Communal Events
- Entertainment Room
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Travel Times
Peak Court is a 4-minute walk from One Friar Gate Square, 11-minute walk from Derby city centre, 12-minute walk from Britannia Mill, 16-minute walk from Markeaton Street & 22-minute walk from Kedleston Road.
University of Derby
Derby Campus, One Friar Gate Square14 mins5 mins5 mins1.1 mi
Peak Court Biography
This award-winning* hall of residence provides newly refurbished en suite accommodation for around 250 students. Every room has a small double bed, ample storage space, a large desk and chair and its own en suite facilities. Adapted rooms are also available at this hall.
* GSLI awards 2022
Ideally situated just a few minutes’ walk from One Friar Gate Square, Markeaton Street and Britannia Mill and a short bus ride or walk from Kedleston Road, it has a Unibus bus stop, literally on the doorstep.
Peak Court has a pleasant courtyard with trees, a car park and bike sheds and offers communal facilities including a laundry and common room with pool table, table tennis and Playstation 4. Most flats have five or six rooms and a shared kitchen.
The residence is newly refurbished and boasts modern finishings. The en-suite rooms have a homey feel and come fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable stay. All rooms have shared communal kitchens that are designed with students in mind and come equipped with a breakfast bar or table and chairs, cooker, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster and microwave.
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Q&A
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Are the hobs induction?
By member13115580 On 21st September 24
Reply from Peak Court
On 16th October 24
Hi there, at the moment we have induction hobs at Peak Court and Princess Alice Court only. The best way to check is to go to our what to bring page - It'll tell you what things to bring with you when you move into halls including any special pans for hobs. In addition if you have any other questions cehckout our FAQ web page or give us a ring on 01332 594111, we'll be happy to help!
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Colour wise, are all the rooms a grey carpet or are some blue. As there’s bother types in the photos. How much floor space is there mat wise? Would it need to be a runner size, I.E a slim mat but long? Thanks
By member798277 On 26th January 24
Reply from Peak Court
On 1st February 24
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Do you need to bring your own waste bin for bedroom and bathroom bin. Thanks
By member798277 On 26th January 24
Reply from Peak Court
On 29th January 24
Hi there, all rooms have a waste paper basket but there are no bins in the en suites or bathrooms except sani-bins which are collected regularly.
I take it sani-bins are only in the communal toilets though, not every en-suite? Thanks
By member1097910 On 29th January 24
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Can anyone confirm the depth of the small double beds please? The sheets I’m looking at have 3 different depth options. Thank you
By member1097910 On 23rd January 24
Reply from Peak Court
On 25th January 24
If you mean mattress depth, they do vary as we have changed supplier recently, but if you're wanting to know so you can buy fitted sheets the maximum depth of our mattresses is between 7 to 8 inches. I hope that helps.
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Do they have loo roll holders on the wall
By member690608 On 31st August 23
Reply from Peak Court
On 4th September 23
Hi there yes they do have a toilet roll holder on the wall near the wash basin . I hope that helps
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Peak Court is an amazing place to live! Very nice rooms and kitchens, with even better social areas! Very good sense of community and so many friendly people - students and staff - around to help or chat to! I would 100% recommend to any students!
Thanks for the glowing report on Peak Court. Staff and students are very friendly at this hall and there is a lovely vibe there that's for sure. Also with the recently refurbished bedrooms, kitchens and common room make it an ideal base for your University experinece.
I’ve had a great experience living at Peak Court! The location is really convenient; easy access to campus, town, and everything I need nearby, including a bus stop for the U1 & 2 right outside the gate. The rooms are comfortable and spacious, as well as the kitchen, and the common room is awesome, with a pool table, table tennis, and other games. Any problems are addressed promptly, and the management, maintenance and cleaning team are great. Overall, I would highly recommend Peak Court to any student seeking a comfortable and supportive living experience
Wow! Thanks for the resounding recommendation of Peak Court It is a very popular halls and the staff go out of their way to make students feel at home. They’ll be really chuffed to get this review.
Feels very safe and relationships connected to the city centre, fast at maintence/fixing issues if you have them and a lot of services/benefits eg pool table, darts, yoga. The cleaners are very thorough and the staff are so friendly and helpful
Thanks for this top score for Peak Court. We’re pleased you’re enjoying the pool and darts and the free events we put on for residents as part of our Residence Life programme. The staff will also appreciate the shout out you gave them. It’s nice to know you’re happy in your new home.
No complaints, really enjoyable friendly halls.
Thanks for the feedback about Flamsteed Court. It's great to know that you're having an enjoyable experience there.
A good accommodation that is close to the city centre and not too far from main campus. Has one of the best common rooms out of all accoms and big bedrooms.
Thanks for your great feedback about Peak Court . We’re chuffed that you like the newly refurbished common room and the size of the rooms.
Amazing halls, great location, spacious kitchens, only down side is that the WiFi works on and off throughout the day :(
Thanks for your positive feedback about Peak Court. If you are experiencing Wifi problems please contact Glide, our interenet provider directly and they should be able to assist with that. Ask your Hall Manager for Glide's contact details if you don't already have them
Overall, Peak Court is a great place to live. The staff, including the cleaners and halls manager, are always helpful and kind. It's only a 10 minute walk into town and there's a bus stop to uni right outside.
We're delighted that you're enjoying your stay at Peak Court and that the staff are all so helpful. As well as being close to town, Peak Court is close to Britannia Mill, Markeaton Street and One Friar Gate Square so it's often just a short walk to lectures. In addition there is a small Asda supermarket a few minutes away which is really handy when you just need to buy a couple of things.
Everything is amazing apart from the wifi, sometimes.
We're glad you think it's amazing at Peak Court . If you are experiencing problems with the WiFi, you should contact Glide our internet provider on their helpline which is 03333 123 0115
Lived here for all 3 years at Uni and has been great all around
Wow, you must like Peak Court to have lived there for three years in a row. It is a very popular hall for all sorts of reasons: It's close to Uni and the city centre; the staff are super helpful and the rooms are really spacios and light plus they put some great events on there.
Peak court is a great place to live. The bus stops to the main university campus and city centre are extremely close. The halls team are friendly and very helpful. The common room/lounge is a good place to hang out, play pool or table tennis in when waiting for your laundry to finish its cycle.
Thanks for that great score for Peak Court . We’re glad you're enjoying living there. Anyone wanting to see Peak Court for themselves can see it at the next University Open Day on 22 June 2024.
Good sized rooms with en suite bathrooms. There's loads of desk space and clothes storage. Kirk is the amazing hall manager.
Thanks for your lovely feedback about Peak Court and the Hall Manager, Kirk. He's a popular chap - always friendly and supportive.
Really enjoyed my time in Peak Court so far, everyone who works there is great to be around and really look after you however they can. I look forward to hopefully staying there next year also.
We're so glad you're enjoying your time at Peak Court. It's good to know the staff are helpful and friendly and don't forget they are contactable on the 24 hour mobile if necessary.
I’ve had such a great experience living at Peak Court this year, if I’ve ever had an issue management have managed to give me a solution in order to solve my problem. I have always felt welcomed and comfortable living here and all the staff are very friendly and are always up to have a conversation if you feel like you need one.
Thanks for that insight into life at Peak Court . It's lovely to hear that you feel at home and staff are around to have a chat or support you when you need it. We like to nurture a friendly, happy and welcoming atmosphere to ensure that your time in halls is a positive experience.
Peak Court is amazing! This is my second year here and I have already chosen to live here next year. The rooms are so big and have plenty of desk space, and the en-suite toilet means that you can keep your own area as tidy as you like. The beds are so comfortable and there is room for storage underneath. The kitchens have everything you need to make an amazing meal and plenty of space, as well as having a dining table! There are poster boards for you to put up photos or notes as well as regular cleaners who come in a weekly basis to clean communal areas. I cannot think of any reason why you would want to go anywhere else! There is a smoking shelter, car park and bike shed which are all checked daily, and the presence of security or a member of staff almost 24 hours a day really makes you feel safe. Being a 10 minute walk away from the city centre and a 15 minute walk away from Lidl, it is situated perfectly with both bus routes coming past, and all campuses within walking distance.
Wow - a 5 out of 5 score. We're chuffed you rate Peak Court so highly. In fact you are not the only student who will be returning for their third year in our halls. Lots of students love our halls so much they come back year after year and of course returners benefit from special offers and incentives. This year, for people who return next year there's a price freeze and £130 worth of Amazon vouchers. Find out more about living in halls for your second and third years of study.
I’ve only been here a few months but I rate peak court so highly. I love the space in my room, the bed is great, the large desk space is so handy and there’s plenty of storage space. The en-suite bathrooms are so handy and easy to clean and also have good storage space. The kitchens are so well spaced and there is always enough for two cupboards per student, really happy at the fact that the kitchens come with kettles and a microwave as well. Cleaners come once a week and do a great job tidying up the space and they are all so lovely to chat too. The common room is a great space to meet other people in the accommodation and just kick back and hang out in, it’s available for renting out for private parties too. All the onsite staff are so lovely and always happy to help with any issues that you have. If you have any issues with your flat appliances maintenance will be sure to quickly get it sorted for you. The WiFi here is great and city centre is a 10 minute walk away.
Wow! Thanks for that top score for Peak Court. We’re glad you're having such a good time living there. Our focus at Student Living is to provide a friendly supportive environment for students so that they can come to us whenever they need guidance and support.
This accommodation is brilliant. Really helpful staff and a comfortable, supportive place to stay
We’re delighted that you're having a good time at Peak Court and you've found the staff so friendly and helpful.
Best halls ever, halls manager is very friendly
Wow - thanks for the great score. We're so glad you're enjoying your time at Peak Court. Remember applications are open for next year so why not return to halls and benefit from a price freeze?
Great living here, staff are super friendly and always helpful if anything is needed.
Thanks for the high score and positive review about Peak Court. The good news is there are also some very special offers for existing students who return to halls in their second and third years, so if you want to return to this hall next year, you'll be glad to know that applications have just opened.
Spending all 3 years here, haven’t had a complaint once
Lovely to hear that you've had such a great time at Peak Court that you've come back every year, dispelling the myth that halls are just for first year students. In fact they are a hassle-free accommodation option for students at all stages of their course.
Overall the past two years I have been at peak court I have completely enjoyed my stay, not only are the staff so lovely and kind to you but there’s secure places to park, good washing system, the rooms are fairly large and I love the kitchen space.
Thanks for the great review of Peak Court. The team will be chuffed to bits. Also thanks for pointing out that students in their second and third years can live in our halls as not everyone knows that . These 'returners' live in 'returners blocks' of their own, so they are not put in flats with Freshers. One advantage for returners is that they can apply early, so are very likely to get the room type they want and also people can apply as a group to live in a flat together. About 25-30% of our halls population are second and third year students. They seem to like the convenience of halls with no extra bills to pay and like you, many people also cite the friendly staff as a reason for staying . Every year we offer an incentive for people to return to halls and in fact we're about to launch some new financial incentives for existing students, so watch this space!
Kirk is a legend and he should stay a peak forever
Everyone seems to love Kirk , the Hall Manager at Peak Court. He has quite a few fans - probably because he's always so positive, helpful and understanding and he organises some great events at his hall too!
This is my second year going into Peak Court and mainly because of the sense of community that’s created by staff and students. The location of Peak Court is central to everything and the heart of the city, it’s ten minutes away from the centre which means getting back on a night out isn’t strenuous, it’s 20 minutes away from the main Kedleston road campus and sports centre, which means it’s ideal walking distance. Peak court is one of the smaller accommodations which I personally think is perfect. The only downside I’d say to Peak Court is the washing facilities because there’s not as many machines so at peak times it can be hard to get your washing done - but, having said that if you find a time it’s not busy then they get the job done
Another person who's come back to live at Peak Court because they love it so much! We're glad you've found your student home where you can thrive at Universitty and be happy. We're sorry to hear that you sometimes have to wait for a washing machine at the laundry but the new wash station app now lets you know when a machine is free so at least you don't have to hang around waiting anymore.
Very good service, people are lovely and peak Court is very homely! I can always count on the team if I have any problems, and they are dealt with quickly.
We’re delighted you feel at home and supported at Peak Court and that and you find the staff so friendly and helpful. We like to think all our halls foster a friendly supportive environment for all our students and that we are there to support them with whatever they need.
Fab! Staff are lovely and complaints are felt with quickly and effectively! Nothing is ever too much for halls staff, location is perfect for uni living, very safe and fun place to live
Wow a five out of five. What can we say? We're glad you've settled in so well
Peak court is such an amazing accommodation. the halls staff are so friendly and accommodating. i stayed here in my first year, and loved it so much i came back for my second. i’ve met some of the best people here and it’s such a great environment.
We're delighted to hear you're enjoying your time at Peak Court. The staff go out out of their way to make you feel at home and the events that take place in the common room ensure you get to meet new people from the wider halls community. Enjoy :)
In my first year, I really liked it at peak court. The staff are really friendly and welcoming. If there is a problem, they try to resolve it as quickly as possible. The place feels secure and has cctv cameras. The buildings are built in the shape of a semi-circle (If you visit, then you'll know what I mean), its better because it helps you feel safe, since strangers on the street can't get access to rooms. Also, if you're planning on getting an En-suite be aware that the showers are slightly cramped. En-suite rooms have around 4 rooms, andI think shared bathrooms have 5 rooms? The freezers are a bit small too, so make sure you don't buy too much freezer stuff or else you'll have nowhere else to put them. A bit of friendly advice; if you drive, you might have to buy a parking ticket at a car park outside the accommodation, since the parking spaces available may be taken by other car users. Also, if you're planning on staying here make sure to book quickly because spaces run out quick!
We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Peak Court and that you found the staff friendly and welcoming.
So much fun in halls. Meet some great people with regular hall activities being put on. Weekly cleaning and daily security feel safe while able to have my own space. Everyone and everything like clubs and shops are a walk away
So glad to hear you had a great experience at Peak Court and that you enjoyed our Residence Life events
The halls themselves are generally good and by far the best way to start a first year at uni. The opportunities to make friends are fantastic. The social spaces are good and the common room has things to do such as play pool, get hammered and beat your mates at Fifa on the PS4. The halls are becoming expensive though and this is not good for new students especially given that these halls are nothing special for the price. The Internet is a bit annoying and perhaps they should move away from ASK4 (the provider). I only had one problem whilst staying here and that was damage to my car. I contacted the halls manager and they told me to contact the police, which I did. Nothing was done about this even though they advertise that they have security cameras and a secure car park. I would recommend that if you do have a car, don't stay here. It will be damaged by some jealous idiot! And you have to pay £300 per year for the privilege on top of the already expensive fees to stay there!
We agree that halls are the best place to stay in your first year. You join a massive halls community of 6 undergraduate halls and have access to loads of free events and activities on our Residence Life programme. It's the best way to make friends. In regard to the WiFi, you'll be glad to hear that we've upgraded our internet and we've gone with a new supplier called Glide Gigabit who provide really fast internet for up to 25 devices (WE know!!! Who has 25 devices?). We're really sorry your car got scratched and that the police weren't able to find the culprit. As for the parkin , we're sorry you thought it was expensive. The current price for a car is £330 for 42 weeks.(motorbikes are £170) For a car that works out at £1.12 a day which we don't think is too bad really but that's a choice you make if you bring acar. Thanks for your feedback, we do value it.
Value for money isn’t great but it’s a nice place to stay for when you’re wanting to stay somewhere quiet close to both university and town with 15 min walk either way
Most of our halls are in a pretty convenient location, just a short walk from lectures and the city centre
I feel some flatmates need to be kicked out for bad mannerisms
Any issues with flatmates should be raised with your Hall Manager immediately. Usually they can nip any problems in the bud, or if necessary swap people round so please always tell staff if you are having difficulties.
Pretty good all around besides the faulty pool table. Also more events need scheduling at Peak on the calender. We hardly get any here
We're glad it's 'pretty good' and sorry to hear the pool table was faulty. This has since been rectified. As for events at Peak Court, there are now positively loads of events there from our regular and very popular Creative Arts session, to our weekly beginners yoga as well as one off events like open mic nights organised by the halls team there. Find out more about our free events programme.
Overpriced but had a good sense of community.
So sorry to hear you thought it was overpriced at Peak Court. We do have other cheaper options for rooms which are really lovely too. Take a look at Nunnery Court and St Christopher's Court for a significantly cheaper room type. On the plus side we're glad there was a good sense of community at Peak Court. All our staff try to be friendly and supportive and the Residence Life Programme does help to create a friendly vibe.
Lovely halls but you paid for what you got
We think Peak Court is a lovely hall too. If you thought it was expensive, there are cheaper en suite rooms at Darley Bank and if you are on a tighter budget our Standard premium rooms at Nunnery Court and St Christopher's Court offer reasonably priced accommodation without sacrifcing quality and comfort.
We were told that we would be given the flat for a certain price then they purposely held the contract until the new year so they could increase the price. We now pay £128 per week when we were promised £118. When arriving we were told that the cleaning cupboard would be in our flat, something they didn’t inform us about. They emptied it after we attempted to renegotiate the price because of this so they emptied it so we now just have a large cupboard in our flat which is empty, taking up space and redundant. The rooms could be described as coffins but are okay and are nice, bright and clean although the radiators only stay on for 20 minutes, the shower only has two extreme temperatures which after going to the manager about numerous times has still not been rectified. Other issues however have been rectified sharply and in all fairness the halls manager is very nice and laid back and happy for us to change stuff we don’t like. The WiFi speed is atrocious with speeds of 0.5MB/s
We're sorry your experience wasn't altogether satisfactory though we're galsd you got on so well with your Hall Manager. . Just to give an update: * We upgraded our Wifi a few years ago and we're now with Glide Gigabit. They provide really fast internet for up to 25 devices (We know!!! Who has 25 devices?) and the feedback from students has been overwhelmingly positive. * The bedrooms and kitchens at Peak Court have recently been refurbished and look really light, bright and contemporary. Take a look on the website
The rooms are cosy, and kitchens spacious. There is plenty of storage and space through out. The decor is modern yet comfortable. It feels like a home from home.
Thanks for that great score and review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
Think a lot of the bad reviews on here must be from people with a problem. I found my time pretty good here. Yes the wifi was crap but that's not really the halls fault - ASK4 are useless and halls should get rid of them. Staff were great with all the problems I had and sorted then quickly. My advice would be if you have a problem go talk to the hall manager who can help. Staff can only help if you tell them bout things that have gone wrong. Would defo return!
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Since you wrote it we have changed Wifi providers and I'm glad to say we have very fast and efficient Wifi now provided by Glide Gigabit. Since you wrote this review we've also had all bedrooms and kitchens refurbished too. But we know it's not just about bricks and mortar. We'd like to think our staff are helpful and friendly and on hand to deal with any issues residents may have and that's true for all our halls and as you say, we can only help residents if they let us know about a problem so we encourage students to talk to staff about any issues they may have .
Terrible. Would never go back there again. Mentioned an Internet issue and it was never sorted for the whole time that I was there. We were charged for a cleaning service but we're required to make sure that the kitchen was clean before the cleaner came therfore making the service pointless. There was never any security around and the hall wasn't secure as you could get in without a fob through the car entrance. Noise complaints were not managed efficiently. Would not live there again.
Thank you for your review. We really value student feedback and use it to improve the service we offer. Obviously this review was written a while ago but I hope this addresses some of the issues you raised. * Sorry you found the Wifi bad but since you wrote this review we've upgraded our internet provision and we're now with Glide Gigabit. Glide Gigabit provide really fast internet for up to 25 devices. * Our cleaners clean all the kitchen surfaces but are not responsible for clearing pots and pans and doing the washing up. For that reason we ask students to clear the surfaces so the cleaners can clean. It’s also residents’ responsibility to take the rubbish out. We recommend you organise a rota for this. * We do have night time security staff working through the night and these can be contacted at anytime using the 24 hour mobile number. * We're really sorry that you experienced a few issues with noise during your stay. Since then we've improved our policy on noise. We advise residents to report the issue to a member of staff when the noise is actually happening. That way staff can deal with the culprits. We do take noise complaints very seriously in halls and have a proper procedure to deal with repeat offenders so it's always best to let us know about the problem.
Good halls, great location both for town and for uni. Great social experience, easy to make friends. En suite is great but very small for the cost compared to other halls
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay We recommend that people try to visit halls at an open day to see the different rooms and en suites so they can make an informed decision before booking a room.
Moving to a different place next year and nothing could convince me to stay. Always noisy and the wifi is terrible and after many complaints it still isn't working right and I have to connect using an Ethernet cable and have had to do so since the end of September. The rooms aren't warm enough . The showers go cold. We pay for a cleaner as part of our rent but are required to make sure that the bins are took out and that the kitchen is clean before they come. People are let in to our rooms without our permission also. I wouldn't recommend living here.
* We're really sorry that you experienced a few issues with noise during your stay. Since you wrote this review, we've improved our policy on noise. We advise residents to report the issue to a member of staff when the noise is actually happening. That way staff can deal with the culprits. We do take noise complaints very seriously in halls and have a proper procedure to deal with repeat offenders so it's always best to let us know about the problem. * Any problems with the showers should be reported as a maintenance issue. * Our cleaners clean all the kitchen surfaces but are not responsible for clearing pots and pans and doing the washing up. For that reason we ask students to clear the surfaces so the cleaners can clean. It’s also residents’ responsibility to take the rubbish out. We recommend you organise a rota for this. * We do have strict protocols about entering rooms and do try to let students know in advance if we need to enter their room. Maintenance people and outside contractors are signed up to a code of conduct so that we respect your privacy as much as we can. When staff have visited your flat they usually leave a calling card outlining why they visited and what, if anything they did. Thank you for your review. We really value student feedback and use it to improve the service we offer. Obviously this review was written a while ago but I hope this addresses some of the issues you raised.
Its alright but could be better
Thanks for your score. We would have liked to have had more detail about what you liked/disliked about halls as we really value student feedback.
Great halls to live in, really sociable and in a great location
Thanks for that great score for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
Gorgeous newly renovated site! I've been so happy to visit friends here.
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Funnily enough we've just completed another refurbishment for Peak Court for 2023 intake and the flats have all new kitchens and newly painted bedrooms. They look great
Lovely rooms and a great atmosphere
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
Good facilities that are cleaned regularly. Staff are lovely and easy to talk to however the building's windows need addressing as a lot of noise can be heard through them and also the blind does not cover the whole window so light comes in at night.
Thanks for your comments about Peak Court . All the rooms and kitchens at this hall have recently been refurbished and look great. I think this will have addressed some of the issues you have raised.
Really good, really friendly. Only annoying thing is the smokers
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. We now have a smiking shelter outside for smokers and smoking is prohited in the building
Amazing quality, all brand new rooms and the people are nice.
Thanks for that great score for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
Rooms are a good size, airy and clean, bright walls & nice sized kitchen and social spaces
Thanks for that great score for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Actually we've recently refurbished the bedrooms and installed completely new kitchens. They look fab
really enjoying my time at peak court, paying the extra money was worth it as it's the nicest halls in derby! People are friendly, good location the only down side is my room is above the smoking area and they are very loud all day and night and I sometimes find it quite intimidating walking past it!
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay at Peak Court but we're really sorry that you experienced a few issues with noise during your stay. Since you wrote this review, we've improved our policy on noise. We advise residents to report the issue to a member of staff when the noise is actually happening. That way staff can deal with the culprits. We do take noise complaints very seriously in halls and have a proper procedure to deal with repeat offenders so it's always best to let us know about the problem.I would suggest that a chat with your Hall Manager about how you feel intimidated might also be useful .
It's a nice place structural but don't expect to get any sleep on any of the student nights, i don't recommend if you're a third year (like me) ad have lots of work to do and in need of sleep. The walls may as well be made of cling film i can hear every word of the freshers signing drinking songs out of tune and wrong if you're gonna keep me up sing it right. The hall staff and cleaners are great, cant fault the staff just the structure
We generally put Freshers in blocks with other Freshers so we can avoid this type of thing and so second and third year's are less disturbed. Since you wrote this review, we've improved our policy on noise. We advise residents to report the issue to a member of staff when the noise is actually happening. That way staff can deal with the culprits. We do take noise complaints very seriously in halls and have a proper procedure to deal with repeat offenders so it's always best to let us know about the problem.
I thought that quite time was at 11pm and I have to be up at 7:30 sometimes for lessons. One night when my flatmate had to be up for 7 there was a party Upstairs and in the common room went on until 4am and she ended up missing her lecture because she was so exhausted. It has happened for 2 weeks now and I've let it slide a bit with it being freshers but there's no respect.
We're really sorry that you experienced a few issues with noise during your stay. Since you wrote this review, we've improved our policy on noise. We advise residents to report the issue to a member of staff when the noise is actually happening. That way staff can deal with the culprits. We do take noise complaints very seriously in halls and have a proper procedure to deal with repeat offenders so it's always best to let us know about the problem.
So far I couldn't have asked for a better place to live!
Thanks for that great score for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Peak Court is an all en suite hall with parking, close to lectures and a supermarket and with a fantastic staff team :)
The only problem that i have is the fact that you can only have 2 devices connected to the wifi without having to pay for more
Hi there, since you wrote this review we've upgraded our internet provision and we're now with Glide Gigabit. Glide Gigabit provide really fast internet for up to 25 devices (We know!!! Who has 25 devices?).
room is located near the chairs/smoking area which can become very loud at night time, and become not enjoyable due to the loud noise. However, overall experience in halls so far is good.
We're glad the overall experience is a good one but suggest that you raise the smoking issue with your Hall Manager, so they talk to the people responsible and ask them to be more considerate
Management is really well done here, the halls manager and night staff know what to do exactly, even when there's water leaks in flats at the early hours of the morning setting the fire alarm off. They're very calm and coordinated.
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court. It's always nice to get positive feedback about our staff and how they handle situations. We’re very student focused and we like to feel that any students can come and talk to us about any issues they are having. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay
super accommodation, close to city centre and right outside bus stop for unibus to main campus, city centre and train station
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you had a good time living there. It's also a great place to join in our Residence Life activities.
Generally fine, but nowhere near worth the money they ask, and i got £700 discount. Going by the new price of £5500 (for 2015/16) it is no where NEAR worth it.
Thank you for your review. We really value student feedback and use it to improve the service we offer. We're sorry you thought the price was too high. As there are six undergraduate halls at the University, there are rooms with various price points to suit all budgets, so it might be worth checking out some of the cheaper rooms in future. The cheapest en suite rooms can be found at Darley Bank , then we have standard premium rooms at Nunnery Court and St Christopher's Court which are cheaper than en suites and then finally, we have single standard rooms at Princess Alice Court, so there is quite a lot of choice.
Peak Court is pretty quiet compared to Peter Hilton. The rooms are nicer but there is no social atmosphere there really.
If you're wanting a social space in your flat Darley Bank has massive kitchens with sofas - great for socialising. Also the kitchens at Agard Court have TVs and sofas. For social spaces outside of your flat, all our undergraduate halls have a common room with a pool table, table tennis, a wide screen TV and in some there is even PS4.
Loved living here this year! Lovely management and cleaners and everyone is very social :) Scrapyard LITERALLY 1 metre from my bedroom wall but suprisingly after about a week you dont notice it :)
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
Halls are great to live in, you get to meet new people, but also the rooms have ensuites so you still get privacy. The grass area means there is somewhere to sit outside when the weather is nice
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court . We’re glad you enjoyed your stay
its a probably the best accomodation, but there's not a great social life here
Thanks for that great review for Peak Court. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. As for social life our Residence Life programme ensures that students do have a good social life and a chance to try new things and make new friends without breaking the bank. The events and activities orgainised by the Residence Life Team are mostly free to attend, plus they are a great way of meeting people from other halls. We also recommend that people join a society as this is another great way of getting a new circle of friends