Ambleside accommodation
About Ambleside
The university has invested £4.5m into the campus accommodation in Ambleside, set in the heart of the Lake District, Ambleside is the perfect backdrop for university life and your student experience. If you're thinking of studying here our campus accommodation offers high-quality facilities and en-suite bathroom options that tie in with the unique natural Lake District environment.
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Fell Court
Close to campus
Fell Court Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Fell Court
Close to campus
Fell Court Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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71 Ensuite bedrooms, split in 7 Townhouses still offering open plan kitchen dining and lounge. Shared between 8-11.
These consist of: Fellbarrow, Yewbarrow, Stybarrow, Eagle Crag, Castle Crag, Rosthwaite and Seathwaite
These bespoke student halls were created for the Ambleside Campus and opened in September 2016. The £4.5m development provides high-quality ensuite rooms and facilities designed to tie in with the unique natural Lake District environment.
2025/26 Prices
Ensuite: £146 Pw
- 71 en-suite bedrooms, 71 en-suite beds
- Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
- Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
- Open plan kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
- Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
- Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
- On-site laundry facilities
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Fairfield Halls
Close to campus
Fairfield Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Fairfield Halls
Close to campus
Fairfield Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Located adjacent to Fell court, offering 40 ensuite bedrooms on floor of 10 per flat, communal kitchen spaces per floor, with social lounge/common room on the ground floor.
2025/26 Prices
Ensuite: £139 PW
- 40 fully equipped en-suite bedrooms, 40 en-suite beds
- Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
- Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
- Open plan kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge
- Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
- Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
- On-site laundry facilities
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Helvellyn Halls
Close to campus
Helvellyn Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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Helvellyn Halls
Close to campus
Helvellyn Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BB
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20 rooms mix of Standard and Large single, spread across 3 floors, offering plenty of space for our students. Though only a short walk from the Ambleside campus, the bus stop located right outside offers access to further afield for those who love to explore.
2025/26 Prices
Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW
- 20 Fully furnished single bedrooms, Twin rooms are available if required. 12 large single beds, 8 standard single beds
- Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
- Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
- Shared kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
- Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
- Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
- On-site laundry facilities
- Shared bathrooms per flat
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Wansfell Hall
Close to campus
Wansfell Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9B
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Wansfell Hall
Close to campus
Wansfell Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9B
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This beautiful stone building features 11 rooms, located just a short walk from our Ambleside campus. Features fully equipped bedrooms, communal kitchens and dining areas also with access to the social Lounge based in Fairfield hall.
2025/26 Prices
Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW
- 11 Fully furnished bedrooms, Twin rooms are available if required. 8 large single beds, 3 standard single beds
- Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
- Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
- Shared kitchen and dining area with a communal lounge.
- Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
- Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
- On-site laundry facilities
- Shared bathrooms per flat
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The Cottages
On-campus
The Cottages Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Nook Lane, Ambleside, LA22 9BL
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The Cottages
On-campus
The Cottages Halls of Residence, University of Cumbria, Nook Lane, Ambleside, LA22 9BL
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The Cottages house between 4-5 students. Marketed predominantly to our returning students, located onsite, these self-catered single rooms offer easy access to the rest of campus and provide both a front garden and a rear yard that are perfect for sitting in and enjoying the view of Ambleside.
2025/26 Prices
Standard Single: £103 PW
Large Single: £116 PW
- 5 Fully furnished bedrooms. 13 large single beds, 10 standard single beds, 2 small single beds
- Broadband WiFi access throughout all halls of residence
- Residence Life Assistant arranging events for students on and off campus
- Shared kitchen and communal lounge.
- Adapted rooms for students with mobility or hearing impairments
- Bike store on-site with contents insurance included
- On-site laundry facilities
- Front garden and rear yard
Private Sector Accommodation
We also advertise houses in the local area owned by private landlords through Cumbria StudentPad.
