Everything you need to know about living in Carpenter House
Located in the lively Bath city centre, Carpenter House offers comfortable accommodation with shared flats for seven to ten students. Its prime location means you're just a few minutes' walk from the railway and bus stations, as well as the main shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes. Our student hub, Green Park House, is also just a six-minute walk away. With a nearby bus stop, getting to campus is super quick and easy.
Carpenter House ensures a secure living environment with swipe card access to buildings and flats, supported by a dedicated operations team, making you feel safe and at home.
The size of your bed will depend on the type of room you're allocated. This will be on your room offer email.
You will have been offered either:
standard WHB
large studio
studio
If you get allocated a standard room or a studio you will have: Standard single bed (190cm x 90cm)
Large studio flats have: King size bed (200cm x 150cm)
Rooms 5.1.7 - 4.1.7 - 3.1.7 and 2.1.7 have 7 foot beds (213cm x 90cm)
Will there be bedding?
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:
Duvet and pillow
Duvet cover, pillow case and sheet
Top tip - check your bed size before making any purchases.
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 Team you can make use of the Linen Exchange scheme - swapping your linen each week for a fresh set.
What storage will I have in my room?
Wardrobe
Desk drawers
Shelves
Under sink storage
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.
What will I find in my kitchen?
Kettle
Toaster
Microwave
Fridge
Freezer
Sink
Cooker
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 itemsfrom our online storebefore you arrive.
Top tip - Need help using your kitchen appliances? Ask your ResLife Ops Team for help or a copy of the instruction manual.
Are there laundrette facilities at Carpenter House?
Wash and dry with ease! Residents have access to washing machines and tumble dryers located in the building to the right of Carpenter House near your Building Reception.
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 toobtain your own TV license, which you can do online. You can easily get one online before you move in.
It's a 30 minute cycle to campus, and there is secure bike storage available at Carpenter House. Please complete the bike registration form to be provided access.
The bike store is located behind the main building to
access residents need their library card and a code to get the
padlock.
How do I recycle my waste?
Doing your part for the environment is simple at Carpenter House. 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 behind the main building. Paper, cardboard, glass, cans, tins and plastic bottles can all be recycled.
Read more about recycling and waste management in your accommodation.
How do I get my mail and parcels?
You can collect your mail from a passcode-protected mailbox. Your mailbox will be allocated by kitchen group. You receive your passcode with your arrival instruction.
If you have a parcel to locate, we'll email your University email account to let you know we have it. You can collect your parcel fromGreen Park House. You will need to bring the email with you when you collect your item. You can either print it out or show it to us on your phone. You also need to bring photographic ID, preferably your University library card.
Addressing your mail or parcels: All mail and parcels for Carpenter House will be sent to Green Park House.
It is important that you include your name, accommodation building and room number.
For example if you live in CH3.1.9 and your name is Joe Bloggs you would write the address as:
Amazon Lockers also offer a convenient way to pick up your Amazon orders.
Your closest Amazon Locker is located in Green Park House, called "MIMSI". On Campus? Use Amazon Locker "BOSON", located just outside the exit of the Fresh supermarket.
There are several bus stops located on the adjacent roads to Carpenter House. To get to campus you will need to get the U1 bus from Dorchester Street stop which is a 2 minute walk away from Carpenter House.
