The size of your bed will depend on the type of room you're allocated.

Standard rooms and studio flats have:
Standard Single bed (190cm x 90cm)

All rooms will have a mattress and mattress protector ready for you but you need to decide what you want to do about your bedding. You'll need:

Want to skip the pre-move packing? We offer these items for purchase through our online store before you arrive, so they'll be waiting for you in your room (be sure to check out the terms and conditions).

Need a temporary solution? You can loan bedding (duvet and pillow) when you arrive. If you borrow a set from your ResLife Ops Team you can make use of the laundry exchange scheme - swapping your linen each week for a fresh set. 

• Wardrobe
• Desk drawers 
• Under bed storage box
• Shelves
• Drawers

Want to personalise your space? Feel free to bring extra storage solutions like a shoe rack, packing cubes, and bins to keep your belongings extra organised. 

• Cooker
• Hotplates
• Toaster
• Kettle
• Microwave
• Fridge (1 shelf per student)
• Freezer
• Sink

While you might want to bring all your kitchen gadgets, remember that you'll be sharing the space with your roommates. Talk to them about buying larger items like pots and pans. This saves space for everyone.

Here's a helpful list to get you started:

- Cooking essentials: can opener, frying pan for quick meals, and a saucepan.
- Tableware: plates, bowls, and cutlery for meals.
- Cooking tools: utensils like spatula, wooden spoon, and a sieve to help you cook.
- Food storage: cling film, aluminium foil, and freezer bag to keep your food fresh.
- Containers: tupperware to store your snacks and leftovers.
- Kitchen essentials: oven mitts and dishcloths to protect yourself from heat and keep the kitchen clean.

Traveling light? No problem!

If you can't bring everything, or your trip is long, you can order these items from our online store before you arrive.

Wash and dry with ease! Residents have access to washing machines and tumble dryers located right in Thornbank Gardens. The launderette is located on the ground floor of Cedar House. The launderette is located in Cedar house ground floor (next to the parking).

Plus, learn how to avoid shrinkage and colour disasters - check out our Laundry 101 guide. 

We know how important it is to stay entertained, so all our rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, perfect for streaming. Since there are no traditional aerial points, you'll want to use a smart TV or connect a device to enjoy all the online entertainment options.

Heads up! Don't forget to obtain your own TV license, which you can do online. You can easily get one online before you move in.

Check out our guide to connecting to Wi-Fi on the University webpage. 

It's a 30 minute cycle to campus, and there is bike storage available at Thornbank Gardens. The bike storage is located at the rear of Beach House.

Please complete the bike registration form to be provided access. 

Doing your part for the environment is simple at Thornbank Gardens. Here’s what you need to know:

You have bins that are for your recycling in your kitchens. These can then be taken to the main waste and recycling compound located by the main entrance gates. Paper, cardboard, glass, cans, tins and plastic bottles can all be recycled.