Francis Drake Hall

Conveniently situated in the middle of the vibrant University campus, only seconds away from Drake's Kitchen, the Students' Union, library, gym, and lecture theatres.

Francis Drake Hall is ideal for those looking to be in the heart of it all, offering 315 en suite rooms and 15 studios. This hall is suitable for University of Plymouth undergraduates and international students.

Francis Drake Hall will be undergoing planned maintenance during the 2021/2022 Academic year. The interior of the building and services will be unaffected; however, scaffolding will be erected, which may partially obstruct views, and workers will be on-site Monday to Friday, so some disruption including noise can be expected.

We are pleased to offer 10% discount on the rents shown below for Francis Drake Hall for the weeks affected. The discount will be applied to your rent account once the duration of works is confirmed.

Room types and prices

 Standard en suite 

• Cost: £158 per week – Total annual rent £6,478 (41-week licence), £6,636 total annual rent (42-week licence) 
• Floor size: approximately 12m².
• Bed size: single bed (can be 6’9” to 6’10” long) with under bed storage.
• Facilities: shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair and notice board, en suite bathroom with shower (wet room).

En suite within a three bedroom flat

• Cost: £159 per week – total annual rent £6,519 (41-week licence), £6,678 total annual rent (42-week licence) 
• Floor size: approximately 12m².
• Bed size: single bed (can be 6’9” to 6’10” long) with under bed storage.
• Facilities: shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair and notice board, en suite bathroom with shower (wet room).

Studio apartment 

• Cost: £183 per week – Total annual rent £7,503 (41-week licence), £7,686 total annual rent (42-week licence) 
• Floor size: approximately 22m².
• Bed size: double bed.
• Facilities: shelving, wardrobe, desk, chair and notice board, Combi oven, hob, fridge and en suite bathroom with shower (wet room).

Location

Francis Drake Hall is located over three blocks and is conveniently situated in the middle of the vibrant University campus. The hall is only five minutes away from the city centre and seconds away from the Students’ Union, library and lecture theatres. It also benefits from having the popular campus restaurant Drake’s Café right opposite, so if you fancy a break from cooking it is the ideal place. There are also other cafés close by, including the Reservoir Café with its lovely view and garden area.

Address: Francis Drake Hall of Residence, James Street, Plymouth, Devon PL4 6AP.

Number of flatmates

Between three to ten students.

Benefits and facilities

• Located in the heart of campus
• Lift access to all floors
• Laundry facilities on site
• WiFi
• 24-hour campus security
• Residence Life events supported by Student Hall Ambassadors  
• Halls Duty Team on site from 11am–11pm daily
• Utility bills included (water, gas, and electricity)*
• Bike and water sports storage facilities available.
• Kitchens include an oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, and ironing board. Double facilities are provided in the flats of more than six people (two fridges and two ovens). 

*TV license not included 

Once you've confirmed your booking, you'll be able to connect with your future Francis Drake Hall flatmates by joining an exclusive Facebook group.