Foundry Court
Foundry Court is a stylish and modern student accommodation in Preston, Lancashire. It offers a variety of luxurious en-suite rooms and is conveniently situated near some of the best colleges in the region. The University of Central Lancashire is just a 2-minute walk away, while Preston College can be reached in an 8-minute drive. Preston is a fantastic city for students with its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and numerous events and festivals.
Location:
Foundry Court student accommodation is on Brook Street, providing easy access to the city's top universities. The University of Central Lancashire is a short 2-minute walk away, ensuring that students never have to miss a class. Preston College is also within easy reach, just an 8-minute drive from the accommodation. Additionally, being near the city centre allows residents to enjoy various bars, pubs, restaurants, and attractions such as the Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Avenham and Miller Parks, and the Deepdale Stadium.
Features:
Foundry Court offers stylish and modern rooms that cater to students' comfort. The en-suite rooms feature double beds, desk areas, wardrobes, and private bathrooms. The shared kitchen has modern appliances like a cooker, fridge, and microwave, allowing residents to cook delicious recipes and have fun with their flatmates. The accommodation also provides a range of amenities, including a lounge area, communal TV, game room with table football, study area, parking (additional charges), recycling facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, bike storage, and laundry facilities. Onsite maintenance and CCTV ensure the safety and security of residents.
Rooms:
The rooms at this student housing in Preston are well-furnished and designed to meet the needs of modern students. Each en-suite room offers privacy and a conducive environment for studying. The accommodation also provides onsite laundry facilities, bike storage, and an outdoor relaxing courtyard. High-speed Wi-Fi is available for streaming and learning, and residents can share recipes and socialise in the shared kitchen.
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Transportation | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) - Preston Campus | 0.2 | Preston Train Station | 0.3 | Preston Guild Hall | 0.3 |
| University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) - Foster Building | 0.4 | Preston Bus Station | 0.5 | Avenham and Miller Parks | 0.4 |
| University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) - Media Factory | 0.3 | Fishergate Shopping Centre Bus Stop | 0.2 | Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library | 0.4 |
| University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) - Greenbank Building | 0.5 | Preston Park & Ride Bus Stop | 0.7 | St. Walburge's Church | 0.9 |
| University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) - Harrington Building | 0.4 | Manchester Airport | 42.4 | Ribble Steam Railway and Museum | 1.5 |
Foundry Court is managed by HFS
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Utility Bills Included
Microwave
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Electric StoveSpecial Offers
Distance from City Centre
12 m
11 m
5 mPrice Match Guarantee
24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Bedding Pack
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
Study desk and chairUnderbed StorageWardrobe
3/4 Double BedFacilities in Foundry Court
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Trash SystemCommunity
Parking Space
Laundry Room
Vending Machine
Lounge Area
Gameroom
CCTV
Bike Storage
Communal Relaxing & Study AreaExplore Beyond Foundry Court
Corporation Street (Stand CS2)Corporation Street (Stand CS1)Moor Park Gates
Preston DrylinersWathamNearby Locations
- Bar: The Adelphi, The Ferret
- Entertainment: Preston Guild Hall, Vue Cinema
- Restaurant: The Silk Route, Turtle Bay
- Shopping Centre: Fishergate Shopping Centre, St George's Shopping Centre
- Supermarket: Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local
Location & Maps
Brook St, Preston, PR1 7EAPayments
Booking Deposit:-
A deposit is required to secure your room with the property, and the amount depends on the room type you choose.
This deposit will be refunded at the end of your tenancy, minus any applicable deductions and outstanding charges.
Installment Plan:-
- With a UK guarantor, you can pay your rent in three or Ten instalments, with the first payment due 3 weeks before check-in.
- Without a UK guarantor, full rent payment is required 6 weeks prior to the start of your tenancy.
Please note: Rent must be paid in full before your check-in date.
Guarantor:
If you prefer to pay your rent in instalments, a UK guarantor will be required.
A. A valid UK guarantor is required if you wish to pay your rent in installments.
B. International guarantors are not accepted by the property.
C. If you cannot provide a UK guarantor, the property recommends using Housing Hand's services.
Please note:
The guarantor must:
Be a UK resident for at least 1 year.
Be over 21 years old.
Be a homeowner or employed full-time.
Provide a copy of photographic ID (e.g., passport, driver’s license, or ID badge).
Provide proof of a UK address (dated within the last 3 months), such as a utility bill (electricity, water, gas, telephone), a bank statement, or a Council Tax bill.
Additional Fees:
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.
Mode of Payment:-
Credit/Debit Card or online payment.
House Policies
Cancellation Policy
Cooling off period:-
Property's full termination policy is within your online account.
You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 7 days after the date of your booking (the Initial Cancellation Period). We will refund the full security deposit.
Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover any international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
Replacement tenant found:-
If you wish to cancel your tenancy agreement after the initial cancellation period or after your tenancy has started, you will be responsible for paying the rent and any applicable fees for the full tenancy period. However, if you find a replacement tenant who is approved by the landlord and has paid both the deposit and rent, your liability will be limited to the time until the replacement tenant takes over payment. The tenancy termination will only be confirmed once the replacement tenant has completed these payments.
If a replacement tenant is found, there will be a £50 fee for updating the contract, which you’ll need to pay within 14 days or it will be taken from your deposit. Once the new tenancy begins, the landlord will release you from your tenancy agreement.
No Visa No Pay:-
INTERNATIONAL VISA APPLICANTS ONLY
Before your tenancy period has commenced:
Should you fail to be granted your Visa before the tenancy agreement has commenced, you must:
send an email from the email account you booked with to your property email address if already in residence confirming that you have failed to obtain the required Visa and that you wish to cancel the tenancy agreement, stating your full name, details of the property booked; and
send the official notification of Visa failure that you have received from UK Visas & Immigration.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date you receive this notification, and MUST be received before 20th September for academic year bookings.
If this confirmation is not received by this date and your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let. Providing property receive the correct documentation in the stated time period, you will be released from the tenancy agreement and your deposit will be refunded.
After your tenancy period has commenced:
If your Visa is revoked after collecting the keys you must notify the property team immediately (within 48 hours of receiving official notification) by emailing to your property email address if in residence.
You will be required to provide written or email confirmation that the Visa has been revoked by providing official documentation from UK Visas & Immigration, and a letter from the University confirming your release.
You will be unable to remain at the property however will be held rent liable until a suitable replacement tenant is found, or until the end of any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation.
No Place No Pay:-
1ST YEAR APPLICANTS AND 1ST YEAR POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY
If you are a prospective first year Undergraduate or Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institution because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from
this agreement.
You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 calendar days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner). We will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different university because you have exceeded your expected grades.
To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you must:
send an email from the email account you booked with to your property email address if already in
residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked;
send the written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) from the date your results are published.
On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
If you fail to provide the information within 3 days, you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)
What is platform fees?
Is it Refundable?
Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?
Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?
Can I book if I'm under 18?
Yes, we accept bookings for those turning 18 in the first semester, with an adult co-signatory on the tenancy agreement. Policies for under-18s vary by property.
Are pets allowed at properties?
No, pets of any kind are not permitted at properties, except registered assistance dogs.
What items can I bring to properties?
Most belongings are allowed, but non-UK-compliant electricals, like rice cookers, may pose fire risks.
