Whitworth Park
In the heart of the University's academic campus, it's close to sports facilities, libraries, shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and the Students' Union.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
Whitworth Park has eight low-rise houses containing one to three-storey flats for groups of seven, eight or nine students. Whitworth Park is one of our largest halls and has around 1000 beds.
Bedrooms are spacious and more affordable, with either a single or small double bed. Rooms also include a wardrobe, shelves, desk and office chair.
You'll share a kitchen, lounge and bathroom in each flat.
Bedroom features include
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Bed, mattress and cover
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Wardrobe
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Drawers
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Desk
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Desk light
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Operator chair
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Bookshelf
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WiFi access
Shared bathrooms include
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Shower with curtain or door
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Hand basin
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Toilet
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Mirror
Why choose Whitworth Park?
Whitworth Park flats include a kitchen with everything you need to prepare your meals. There is also a dining area with a large dining table for socialising with your flatmates.
Whitworth Park has a launderette, bar, gym and large hall on-site. Located right on campus, you'll be next to the academic campus, the Students' Union and the popular concert venue, The Academy. Whitworth Park is also be near the Sugden Gym and Aquatics Centre, which has an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
You're also only a short bus journey from the city centre and its shops, cafes and restaurants.
The prices quoted are for 24/25.
Standard features include
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Bills included
Utility bills, internet and contents insurance are included.
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Bike shed
Most halls have bike shelters and storage racks against which you can lock your bike.
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Insurance
Personal possessions insurance is included for your property in halls. View insurance certificate.
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Laundry facilities
All halls have access to washing machines and dryers (online payment via Circuit Laundry).
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High-speed internet
You'll have access to high-speed WiFi in all hall areas.
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Security
The University has a dedicated, first-aid trained security team available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Shared spaces
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Oven and hob
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Fridge/freezer
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Storage (above and below counter)
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Kettle (for hot water)
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Microwave
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Dining table and chairs
Cleaning and domestic equipment
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Mop and bucket
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Dustpan and brush
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Vacuum cleaner
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Iron and ironing board
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Waste and recycling facilities
Where is Whitworth Park?
Whitworth Park 316 Oxford Road Manchester M13 9WJ
Tel: +44 (0)161 275 4950
Email: accommodation@manchester.ac.uk
Travelling to campus
This hall is approximately 0.4 miles from the centre of campus, University Place.
- 9-minute walk via Oxford Road.
- 3-minute cycle: Oxford Road offers protected cycle routes.
- 8-minute bus journey
Unique support on hand
At Manchester, you’ll be supported from day one by our dedicated team of ResLife Advisors.
- From 6pm to 8am every day, including bank holidays and University closure periods, your ResLife Advisor is there to help you make the most of your time in halls.
- Advisors are students and staff who live in halls with you and can help with anything from academic worries to settling in.
- There's also the Counselling and Mental Health Service, the SafeZone app and Report and Support available.
Life in and around Whitworth Park
Halls are thriving communities where many students make friends for life.
- Your ResLife Team run social events throughout the year, from plant giveaways and yoga to film nights and BBQs.
- Set in the heart of our academic campus, with lectures, libraries and the Students' Union on your doorstep.
- You'll be close to the city centre and its famous culture, arts and media scene.
Meet the ResLife team
ResLife offers 24/7 support to students living in halls.
ResLife Rep, Eden, introduces the Team, what they do and how they can help.
Moving into halls
Georgia talks about living in halls and her first-year moving tips.
