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Campus, East Durham College Houghall, Durham DH1 3SG, United Kingdom

✅ Key Facts

✅Undergraduates / Postgraduates

✅En-Suite

✅Shared bathroom facilities

✅Laundry facilities available

✅Parking

✅Wi-Fi

✅Common Area


+44 300 303 8642


Student Accommodation

Find more about Houghall Court


Houghall Court is a student accommodation located at East Durham College’s Houghall campus, offering housing for 222 students. It is one of the modern student accommodations in Durham that offers students a wide range of studios and en-suite rooms that are completely equipped with first-class features. .


Getting to Lumley Castle Hotel

It is conveniently situated less than a mile from Durham city center and close to Durham University's Graham Sports Centre. This makes it ideal for students who want easy access to both academic facilities and recreational activities.


Building Security

Like other accommodations, this accommodation typically has security measures in place to ensure the safety of its residents. This may include key card access, on-site staff, and security personnel.


Accessibility

For information regarding the accessibility features and provisions available, please contact the dedicated accommodation. They will be more than happy to address any concerns or provide the necessary assistance.



✅ What Students Love

  • Friendly and supportive community, making it easy to settle in.
  • Good balance of calm during the week and lively weekends.
  • Clean and well-organized living spaces.
  • Convenient location close to Durham city center and recreational facilities.
  • Positive atmosphere with plenty of opportunities to socialize.

⚠️ Things to Note

  • Overall ratings are modest, indicating some room for improvement.
  • Facilities and WiFi ratings suggest potential issues that could be addressed.
  • Some students mentioned a desire for better room quality.
  • Limited information on accessibility features may be a concern for some.

🎯 Best For

Students who appreciate a friendly community and a balanced lifestyle between study and social activities.

💡 Things to Know

  • Houghall Court is located less than a mile from Durham city center.
  • The accommodation offers both en-suite and shared bathroom options.
  • Laundry facilities and Wi-Fi are available for residents.
  • There are security measures in place for resident safety.

❓ Common Questions

Is Houghall Court good value for money?

With a value rating of 4.5/10, many students feel they get a decent experience for their money, though some aspects could improve.

How is the location?

Located at East Durham College’s Houghall campus, it's conveniently close to Durham city center and academic facilities.

What are the rooms like?

Rooms have a rating of 4.4/10, with students noting a good layout and space, though some desire higher quality.

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Felt like a mini community of good people.
By Anonymous Student on Mar 19th 2026
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Such a chilled atmosphere, exactly what I needed during uni.
By Anonymous Student on Mar 14th 2026
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Absolutely ideal for student living.
By Anonymous Student on Mar 10th 2026
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Every day felt light and easygoing.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 28th 2026
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Calm vibe during the week, lively at the weekend.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 26th 2026
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Good standard overall — would choose again.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 25th 2026
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Everyone got along well, great atmosphere.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 24th 2026
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Everything about it made uni better.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 23rd 2026
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Absolutely ideal for student living.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 22nd 2026
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Easy to settle into student life here.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 21st 2026
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Would definitely stay here again next time.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 20th 2026
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Good quality and a nice environment.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 19th 2026
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Calm vibe during the week, lively at the weekend.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 18th 2026
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Plenty of space and a nice layout.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 17th 2026
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A very easygoing place to live.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 16th 2026
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Ideal for both studying and social life.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 15th 2026
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Overall a really positive place to stay.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 14th 2026
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Good communication whenever needed.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 13th 2026
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Always felt comfortable and supported.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 9th 2026
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Really friendly vibe from day one, made settling in super easy.
By Anonymous Student on Feb 3rd 2026
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Always clean, always friendly — perfect.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 28th 2026
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Clean, organised and super friendly.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 23rd 2026
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Good social life, no pressure — just fun.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 20th 2026
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Loved how close it was to everything I needed day to day.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 15th 2026
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Perfect spot to meet fun people and chill.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 13th 2026
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A genuinely good experience from start to end.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 4th 2026
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Loved the feeling of independence and comfort.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 4th 2026
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Loved the energy, everyone was super friendly.
By Anonymous Student on Jan 2nd 2026
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A very easygoing place to live.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 28th 2025
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A place that genuinely cares about students.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 24th 2025
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Loved the social atmosphere here.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 20th 2025
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Never any issues, just easy and reliable.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 17th 2025
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Handy place to stay, would recommend
By Anonymous Student on Dec 13th 2025
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Made some great memories here.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 8th 2025
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Always friendly, always reliable.
By Anonymous Student on Dec 4th 2025
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Loved the feeling of independence and comfort.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 30th 2025
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Never any major issues, just smooth living.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 25th 2025
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Perfect spot to meet fun people and chill.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 21st 2025
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Felt clean, safe and well organised.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 15th 2025
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Very student-friendly and welcoming.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 9th 2025
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Perfect location and really good vibe.
By Anonymous Student on Nov 2nd 2025
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Really felt like home after a few weeks. ❤️
By Anonymous Student on Oct 27th 2025
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Felt super safe here, even late at night.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 24th 2025
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Loved my time here, would choose again.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 21st 2025
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Good location for nights out but still quiet at night.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 18th 2025
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The staff were super friendly and always helped out quickly
By Anonymous Student on Oct 16th 2025
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Solid option for students, no complaints at all.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 13th 2025
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Fun place to live, always something happening.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 10th 2025
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Fun place to live, always something happening.
By Anonymous Student on Oct 5th 2025
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Never had any issues, really smooth experience
By Anonymous Student on Sep 30th 2025
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Close to campus and shops, very handy
By Anonymous Student on Sep 25th 2025
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Rooms were decent size and comfy.
By Anonymous Student on Sep 19th 2025
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Safe, reliable, and good value for money.
By Anonymous Student on Sep 15th 2025