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Duresme Court, Durham

Newcastle Road, Durham, United Kingdom · Map and commute

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Duresme Court at a glance

Last listed prices; availability can change

Duresme Court is student accommodation in Durham, 0.8 miles from Durham University. It is fully booked right now; rooms were last listed from £275 a week.

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Last listed from
£275/week
Bills
Included
in the rent
Nearest university
0.8 miles
Durham University

Room types

  • Studio£275/wk

Nearby universities

Highlights

  • Gym
  • Study Room
  • Cinema Room
  • Up To 100Mbps* Internet
  • Courtyard
  • Parking

Rooms and prices at Duresme Court

Offers, savings and services at Duresme Court

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Ways to save

  • All bills included

    Energy, water and Wi-Fi are in the rent, so the weekly price is what you pay.

Admistay rewards

  • Up to £500 cashback

    When you book an eligible room through Admistay. Paid after your booking is confirmed by the property.

  • £50 for each friend you refer

    When a friend you refer books through Admistay.

  • £10 cashback for reviewing your stay

    Lived in a room you booked through Admistay? Write an honest review, good or bad. Once it's published, the cashback is credited 60 to 90 days after check-in.

  • £100 when you rebook with us

    For students booking their next year's room through Admistay again.

Help with your move to Durham

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  • Student bank account

  • Airport pickup

  • Health cover

  • Room essentials

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Where is Duresme Court? Location and commute

Newcastle Road, Durham, United Kingdom

Directions

Universities

Getting around

  • Durham · Station1.1 mi21 min
  • St. Margarets School · Bus0.3 mi7 min
  • Fishburn · Airport11 mi

Everyday essentials

  • Sainsbury's Local · Supermarket0.3 mi6 min
  • Boots · Pharmacy1.0 mi19 min
  • North End House · Hospital1.2 mi23 min
  • Collected Books · Books0.8 mi16 min

Amenities at Duresme Court

16 amenities · 7 categories

  • Gym
  • Up To 100Mbps* Internet
  • Study Room
  • Cinema Room
  • Courtyard
  • Parking

Bills & utilities7

  • Up To 100Mbps* Internet
  • Electric Car Charging
  • Water
  • Heating
  • Electricity
  • Content Insurance
+1 more
  • Wi-Fi

Kitchen & dining1

  • Private Dining Room

Study & social spaces4

  • Cinema Room
  • Communal Lounge
  • Study Room
  • Pool Table

Health & fitness1

  • Gym

Services & convenience1

  • Parking

Outdoor spaces1

  • Courtyard

More features1

  • Table Football

About Duresme Court

Duresme Court is student accommodation at Newcastle Road, Durham, United Kingdom. The nearest universities are Durham University (0.8 miles, about 16 min on foot), New College Durham (1.6 miles, about 33 min on foot) and University of Sunderland, City Campus (12.2 miles). Durham station is about 21 min on foot and Sainsbury's Local is 7 min away for groceries. The building has a gym, study space, a cinema room, a common room, outdoor space and parking.

Distances from Duresme Court

More about the property

Known for offering comfortable, stylish, and well-connected housing, Duresme Court has become a preferred choice for students searching for premium student accommodation in Durham.

Duresme Court provides a range of fully furnished studio apartments that are designed to meet the needs of modern university students. Each studio offers a private and comfortable living space where students can study, relax, and enjoy independence throughout their academic journey. The interiors are modern and functional, featuring comfortable sleeping areas, dedicated study desks, ample storage solutions, and contemporary kitchen facilities. These well-designed spaces ensure that residents enjoy both productivity and comfort while living away from home.

Students studying at the prestigious Durham University benefit from convenient access to the university’s campuses, allowing them to attend lectures, seminars, and academic activities without the stress of long daily commutes. Durham University is globally recognised for its academic excellence and is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK.

Another nearby educational institution is New College Durham, which offers a wide range of vocational courses, higher education programmes, and professional training opportunities. Students attending this college can easily commute from Duresme Court, making the property a highly convenient living option for both university and college students.

The strategic location of Duresme Court makes it particularly attractive for students who wish to reduce travel time and focus more on their studies and extracurricular activities. Living close to university campuses allows students to participate in academic events, join societies, attend workshops, and fully engage with campus life.

The city’s unique blend of medieval architecture, academic prestige, and vibrant student culture creates an inspiring environment for students from around the world. Residents of Duresme Court Durham have the opportunity to experience the charm of a historic city while enjoying the conveniences of modern student accommodation.

What facilities does Duresme Court have?

Every feature within the property is carefully designed to meet the evolving needs of modern students, ensuring residents can focus on their

Every feature within the property is carefully designed to meet the evolving needs of modern students, ensuring residents can focus on their studies while enjoying the best aspects of university living.

The accommodation provides a diverse selection of studio room options tailored to suit a variety of student preferences and budgets. Residents can choose from several well-appointed layouts, including the Superior Studio, Premium Accessible Studio, Classic Studio, Duresme Studio, and the spacious Penthouse Studio. These studio apartments are designed to offer privacy, independence, and comfort, allowing students to enjoy their own personal space while remaining part of a vibrant residential community.

Each studio at Duresme Court Durham is carefully furnished to provide an ideal balance between relaxation and productivity. A comfortable three-quarter sized bed ensures that students enjoy restful sleep after busy days of lectures, assignments, and social activities. The generous sleeping space provides more comfort than standard single beds typically found in student housing, allowing residents to relax and recharge fully.

Storage solutions are another key feature of these studios. With ample storage space available throughout each room, students can easily organise their belongings, clothing, books, and study materials. Well-designed storage areas help maintain a tidy living environment, which is essential for maintaining focus and productivity during the academic year.

What is near Duresme Court?

Duresme Court Durham student accommodation enjoys an enviable location in Nevilles Cross on Newcastle Road, placing residents within conveni

Duresme Court Durham student accommodation enjoys an enviable location in Nevilles Cross on Newcastle Road, placing residents within convenient reach of Durham’s leading academic institutions and essential student hotspots. For students searching for well-connected and comfortable student accommodation in Durham, Duresme Court provides the perfect balance between peaceful residential surroundings and easy access to the city’s vibrant academic environment. Living here allows students to stay close to campus facilities while also enjoying the cultural heritage, green landscapes, and lively social scene that Durham is famous for.

Residents of Duresme Court benefit from the ability to reach the university campus quickly and conveniently, making daily commutes to lectures, libraries, and seminars simple and efficient.

Durham University is located approximately 3 minutes by private transport from Duresme Court, making it one of the closest accommodation options available for students attending the institution. Those who prefer a more active routine can enjoy a 21-minute walk through Durham’s charming streets, while public transport connections allow students to reach the campus in around 18 minutes. This accessibility allows residents to participate fully in university life without worrying about long travel times.

How do you get around from Duresme Court?

Duresme Court Durham student accommodation offers exceptional connectivity, making daily travel simple and convenient for residents. Perfect

Duresme Court Durham student accommodation offers exceptional connectivity, making daily travel simple and convenient for residents. Perfectly positioned in the Nevilles Cross area, this property provides students with quick access to Durham’s reliable public transport network. With well-connected bus routes, a nearby railway station, and pedestrian-friendly streets, residents can travel effortlessly while enjoying the charm of one of the UK’s most historic university cities.

Whether travelling to lectures, visiting libraries, exploring the city centre, or commuting to nearby academic buildings, residents of Duresme Court benefit from excellent connectivity that saves time and simplifies everyday travel. Students living here rarely need to worry about complicated journeys, as many important locations are easily accessible through a combination of walking routes and public transport options.

Durham’s bus system is reliable and well-organised, offering frequent services throughout the city and surrounding regions. Students often prefer buses for daily commuting because they are affordable, convenient, and widely available.

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Booking policies at Duresme Court

Set by the property · check your contract before signing

  • No Visa No PayRefund if your visa is refused
  • No Place No PayRefund if you don't get your university place
  • Cooling-off periodChange your mind after booking
  • Deposit requiredSee payment terms
  • Instalments availableSee payment terms

Cancellation

Cooling Off PeriodThis property offers cooling-off period.

1. You can cancel your booking up to 7 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit (the Initial Cancellation Period), providing you have not already moved in to the property and the will refund your security deposit in full.

2. If you cancel your booking after the 7 day, you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until the property is able to re-let the room. If they are able to re-let the room they will release you from the agreement upon payment of a £250 release fee which they will recover by retaining your deposit (which will not, therefore, be returned). If you have paid a lower deposit amount, that’s the amount that will be retained.

No Visa No PayThis property allows cancellation due to visa rejection.

If the Student’s place at the University is withdrawn as a result of the student’s visa being denied they may be eligible to be released from this booking provided the tenant supplies the property with the following evidence:

  1. A copy of the letter from the Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration service or other official visa issuing body as well as a letter from the university, sponsor or institution where they were supposed to be studying. It must clearly show the student’s full name, address and date of issue.

The tenant must send the documents to the property via email within 7 days from the date the relevant visa rejection correspondence is received.

No Place No PayThis property allows cancellation if admission is not secured.

If the tenant is a prospective first year undergraduate student and the student’s offer of a place at the University is withdrawn by the university as a result of the student not having achieved the required entry grades, the tenant may be eligible to be released from the agreement provided the tenant supplies the property with the following evidence:

  1. Evidence can be a written rejection letter from the University/College/UCAS, or a screenshot of the customer’s UCAS status along with the results etc.

These document(s) must be received by the property via email within 3 days from the date your results are published.

Replacement Tenant AcceptedThis property allows cancellation upon finding replacement tenant.

1. Once your cooling off period expires, you lose the right to cancel your tenancy. You are liable for the full rent unless a suitable replacement is found to take over your tenancy agreement.

2. Only when a suitable replacement has been found and they have completed their tenancy and paid any rent due, will you be released from your tenancy agreement, and the property will refund your deposit.

Note: There is a £50 variation of contract fee which the property will recover by retaining part or all of your deposit.

Payment

Security DepositThis property requires security deposit.

1. When you accept your room offer, you’ll be asked to pay a deposit to secure your room. The deposit will depend on the room type you select. The deposit might change due to availability, please get in touch with your admistay agent to know more.

2. The deposit will vary from property and your deposit is placed into a deposit protection scheme, and will be returned to you at the end of your contract subject to the contract terms.

3. The amount returned to you will depend on any outstanding charges and any damage found in your room or the communal areas of your apartment..

Pay In InstalmentThis property offers 1, 3 flexible instalment plans.

1. If you have a UK guarantor you can pay rent in three installments, and they ask for the initial payment 3 weeks before checking in.

2. If you do not have a UK guarantor you will be required to pay your rent in full, 6 weeks before the date your tenancy commences.

Please note: You must have paid the rent due by the time you arrive to check in.

Mode Of PaymentPayment via easy transaction modes.

Credit/Debit card & Bank transfer.

Please note: The property does not take cash payments.

Guarantor RequirementGuarantor requirements and policy.

A. The property requires you to have a valid UK Guarantor if you wish to pay in installments.

B. If you are unable to provide your own UK Guarantor, the property recommends the service of Housing Hand.

C. The property does not accept international guarantors.

Please Note:

Your UK guarantor must: -

1. Be a resident in the UK for a minimum of 1 year.

2. Be over 21 years of age

3. Be a homeowner or in full time employment

4. Provide a copy of photographic identification, such as a passport, driving licence or ID badge

5. Provide a copy of proof of your UK address which must be less than 3 months old, such as a utility bill (e.g. electricity, water, gas, telephone), a bank statement or a Council Tax bill.

Additional FeesAdditional fees applicable.

Dual occupancy is available on most rooms over 23sqm. Both occupants would need to apply and mention in their application that they are applying for dual occupancy so that the price can be amended. The price would be the total rent plus an additional £50 and then divided by two for each occupant’s weekly cost unless otherwise stated.

Policies come from the property and can change. Ask the Admistay team if anything is unclear before you book.

Duresme Court: questions students ask

14 answers from this property's details

How much does Duresme Court cost?

Duresme Court is fully booked at the moment; rooms were last listed from £275 a week. Ask Admistay to join the waitlist or see similar places in Durham.

Are bills included at Duresme Court?

Yes. Rent at Duresme Court includes bills; check each room's details for exactly what is covered.

Is there a deposit at Duresme Court?

When you accept your room offer, you’ll be asked to pay a deposit to secure your room. The deposit will depend on the room type you select.

Can I pay the rent at Duresme Court in instalments?

Yes. You can pay in one or three instalments.

Are there rooms available at Duresme Court right now?

Duresme Court is fully booked at the moment. Join the waitlist and the Admistay team will tell you when a room opens up, or compare other student accommodation in Durham.

What happens if my visa is refused?

Under No Visa No Pay, you can cancel if your visa application is refused. Send the refusal to the property within 7 days of receiving it.

Can I cancel my booking at Duresme Court?

You can cancel your booking up to 7 days after you accept your offer or pay your deposit (the Initial Cancellation Period), providing you have not already moved in to the property and the will refund your security deposit in full. If you cancel your booking after the 7 day, you will remain liable for the weekly rent (for each and every week or part week) until the property is able to re-let the room.

What if I need to move out of Duresme Court early?

Once your cooling off period expires, you lose the right to cancel your tenancy. You are liable for the full rent unless a suitable replacement is found to take over your tenancy agreement.
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