
7 Places to Eat in Lancaster on a Student Budget
Peckish? Looking for a good spot to meet friends? Here at Bailrigg Student Living, we have got you covered. Of course, you can use your communal kitchen to make an awesome meal to share with your Lancaster Uni flatmates, but when you don’t fancy cooking, endlessly scrolling to try and find the perfect spot to eat can feel exhausting.

Should you commute to University or find student accommodation?
Choosing where to live during your time at Lancaster University is a significant decision, and many students grapple with the choice between staying at home and commuting or moving into halls or other student accommodation. Before you make up your mind, let's explore the pros and cons of both options!

How to Choose Your Second-Year Uni Accommodation - A Guide from Bailrigg Student Living
At Bailrigg Student Accommodation, we're here to guide you through the next steps that will help you to make the right choice for your second year. Whether you're searching for Lancaster student accommodation or private student rooms in Lancaster for your second year, here's what you need to know.

Enjoy a Spooktacular Halloween in Your Lancaster Student Accommodation
Read this blog for a treasure trove of money-saving tips, wickedly good treats, tricks, and costume ideas that will ensure you make the most of the spookiest holiday without haunting your bank account.

Navigating University Life: Embracing the Journey of Student Accommodation
The prospect of newfound independence and fresh experiences awaits, and one of the pivotal decisions you'll make is where you'll reside during these transformative years. Student accommodation, whether it's in a student living apartment, halls or a shared house, offers a fantastic opportunity to fully immerse yourself in university life. Let's delve into the insights and advice shared by a student who has experienced it firsthand.

The Ultimate University Essentials Checklist
We have spoken to Lancaster University Students past and present and have pulled together the ultimate university essentials checklist. Keep reading to find out the ultimate pre-university packing guide; covering everything from kitchen utensils and food basics to bedroom essentials, bathroom basics, and stationary/laptops required for lectures.

Exploring Clearing 2023: A Pathway to Lancaster University
Are you considering applying to Lancaster University but wondering about the Clearing process? Let us guide you through the ins and outs of Clearing and how it can be beneficial to you, regardless of your circumstances.

Taking a Gap Year: Deferring Your Place at Lancaster University
Embarking on a gap year before starting your studies at Lancaster University can be a great way to gain new experiences, find adventure, develop important skills and mature as a person.

How to Prepare for Exams as a Lancaster University Student
As a Lancaster University student, you know that preparing for exams can be challenging, especially if you're a first-year student who hasn’t had to take University style exams before.

How to Find an Internship Over the Easter Holidays: Tips for Students
How to Find an Internship Over the Easter Holidays: Tips for Students

Lancaster’s top five alfresco dining spots
As summer approaches, the search for the best outdoor dining near your student accommodation in Lancaster is on! Fortunately, we've got you covered with our top five picks for alfresco dining in the city.
All of the venues on our list offer unique menus and stunning outdoor spaces that are perfect for a casual bite, a brunch with friends, or even a slightly boozy afternoon.

Choosing the right housemates for the second year of university
As a student at Lancaster University, one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing the right flatmates to share your home with in your student accommodation. Whether you are looking for a flat share or a room in student halls, the people you live with can greatly impact your university experience. In this blog, we will discuss some key factors to consider when choosing your Lancaster flatmates and provide tips for finding the perfect match.

Put your mental health first this January
The “University Student Mental Health Survey 2020” showed that one in 5 students suffer from mental health problems throughout their university career - you are not alone.
Take time to learn about mental health issues and disorders and how to approach conversations. Being able to approach mental health in a more educated and informed manner, will help you become a better support to those around you in your lancaster student halls.

Living with friends: the benefits of sharing a flat at Bailrigg Student Living
At Bailrigg Student Living, everyone in your flat will have their own en suite bathroom, so the queues are history too. Plus, if something breaks or goes wrong, we’ve got a maintenance team on hand to fix the problem fast.

The top 5 events in Lancaster this November
November in Lancaster always feels festive and cosy. In the run up to the Christmas holidays we know it can be hard to juggle deadlines with your social life as there is a lot of studying to do! However, if you have some downtime or just want to explore the city, November is packed with events that everyone will enjoy. This year we have picked 5 very different events that will be fun to attend with your flatmates from your Lancaster University halls.

The top 5 things about going back to Uni after the summer break.
The summer holidays can feel long, especially if you are a fresher starting your university life in Lancaster for the first time. If you have spent the summer travelling abroad, interning at your dream company or even working a horrible summer job, whatever year you are in, the 22/23 academic year has a lot of fun in store for you!

University open days: How to make the most of your visit
As you enter your final year of college or sixth form, it’s a good idea to visit the Universities that you are thinking of applying to attend next year as early in the academic year as possible.
When it comes to accommodation options, you could move into a shared house in the town or even move into our accommodation here at Bailrigg Student Living. Our accommodation is within walking distance of the Health and Innovation Campus at Lancaster University.

How to prepare for University
Coming to university is an exciting part of life and is very different from what you might be used to at home, and we want to help to ease the transition.

What is clearing and how can it benefit you?
What is clearing and how can you use it to your advantage? We explain how clearing works and how it can work for you.

Lancaster Student Living in the Summertime.
Summer is the best time of year - deadlines drawing to a close and time to spend with friends doing what you want to do. Lancaster has so much to offer over the summer season.