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Halls Of Residence At The University Of Leeds |
| Date: |
14/09/09 (149 review reads) |
| Rating: |
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Advantages: Great standard of living
Disadvantages: Price
I have just completed my first year studying International History and Politics at the University of Leeds. It was my first time living away from home and the parents so it was imperative to me to get the right accomodation. Fortunately, i chose James Baillie Park, and, could not recommend it more highly to anyone.
General
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The general lay out of the flats in James Baillie are 6 bedrooms in a cluster area (meaning there is a main door separating your 6 rooms from the next flat), and then one large kitchen and living area.
There is also a large common room area at the end of the car park which houses everything you need to live really, including a laundrette, sky tv and the office; for if you run into any difficulties.
Bedrooms
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The bedrooms at JBP are very well equipped and come fully furnished with a desk, bed, draws, a wardrobe and your very own en-suite. This was personally the best factor for me, i did not like the idea of sharing shower facilities with other people. The bathroom is also very well equipped, housing a shower, sink, toilet and a mirror! What else could you want!!!
Generally you also get a good view looking out onto Headingley, which is quite picturesque for when trying to kill some of the time on facebook that you will inevitably spend at University.
Kitchen/Lounge
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While you are in the flat, this is where you will spend the majority of your time. The kitchen is well-equipped with an oven, microwave, sink, kettle, toaster and a massive breakfast bar for preparing food. I think you also need a toastie-maker! So i would defiantely take one along, for those late night cheese toasties after a night out.
The living room is fairly basic, with 6 seats neatly laid out, but there is plenty of room and a tv aerial plug socket if you want to bring one up. Personally i would recommend it.
Price
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The one downside of JBP is the price. At £4050 per year it is the most expensive place you can stay at Leeds University. This is largely due to the site being owned by Unite, who rent the property to the University. This means the bills go up a touch, but it should definately not put you off. The most basic student loan entitles you to £3550 so you only need to find £450 throughout the year, which, in reality, is not a lot of money. If it is to you, then get a job.
Summary
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The only other problem JBP has are that the walls are literally paper thin, meaning that if you ever do want to get an early night, you may be struggling. However, don't let this put you off too much, you will want to be involved in everything, so you won't care about sleeping.
I lived very happily in flat 54E for one year, and was sad to move out and into my new house this year!
Summary: My personal choice out of all Leeds has to offer
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