Josephine Butler College, Durham – 42 Verified Student Reviews 🏠
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Josephine Butler College -
Based on 42 user ratings
Sign in to leave a reviewDurham University South Road Durham DH1 3DF UK
✅ Key Facts
✅Postgraduate/Undergraduate
✅En Suite
✅Self-catered
✅Shared bathroom facilities
✅Share Kitchen/Lounge area
✅Wi-Fi
+44 (0) 191 3347260
Student Accommodation
Find more about Josephine Butler College
At Josephine Butler, we offer around 500 single, en-suite study bedrooms. All bedrooms come with their own shower, sink, and toilet. Our college accommodation buildings are conveniently located on-site, just minutes away from other college facilities like the bar, gym, and JCR lounge. The bedrooms are arranged in six-person flats, each with a shared kitchen equipped with essential appliances such as a fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle, microwave, vacuum cleaner, ironing board, and iron.
Getting to Josephine Butler College
Building Security
Each resident gets a key fob and is programmed to be able to swipe to enter the doors of Josephine Butler College. Each room has a set of keys and therefore can be locked and unlocked as required.
Accessibility
For information regarding the accessibility features and provisions available at Josephine Butler College, please contact the dedicated Student Accommodation team. They will be more than happy to address any concerns or provide the necessary assistance.
✅ What Students Love
- Strong sense of community and positive atmosphere.
- Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces.
- Good facilities including shared kitchens and lounges.
- Safe and secure environment, with key fob access.
- Close proximity to campus and local shops.
⚠️ Things to Note
- Very low food/catering rating (0.1/10) indicates limited options.
- Overall rating of 4.0 suggests some areas need improvement.
- Limited accessibility information may be a concern for some students.
- Shared facilities may not suit everyone’s preferences.
- Potential noise during weekends due to social activities.
🎯 Best For
Students who enjoy a vibrant, community-oriented living environment.
💡 Things to Know
- Josephine Butler College offers en-suite rooms with shared kitchen facilities.
- The college is located just minutes from key campus amenities.
- Residents are provided with a key fob for secure access.
- Self-catering is required, as food options are very limited.
- The college has a calm atmosphere during the week, with more activity on weekends.
❓ Common Questions
Is Josephine Butler College good value for money?
With a value rating of 4.4, many students find it affordable and sociable, making it a good option.
How is the location?
Located at Durham University South Road, it is conveniently close to campus and local shops.
What are the rooms like?
Rooms are comfortable and modern, receiving a rating of 4.3 for their en-suite facilities.
Are there communal areas?
Yes, there are shared kitchen and lounge areas that promote social interaction among residents.