Don Gratton House
Accommodation
Don Gratton House opened in September 2004 and is one of our newest residences. It is conveniently located near to Aldgate
East underground station and there are bus links for easy reach of the University of Arts London campuses.
For the safety and security of residents Don Gratton House has an entry card system, 24-hour reception desk and CCTV
cameras in and around the building.
Facilities include a common room with TV and vending machines. For added convenience there is and on-site launderette and
bike storage facilities.
Since 1st July 2007 all of our residences operate a No Smoking policy throughout the buildings in line with the new UK Government legistlation.
Shared Facilities
Rooms are arranged in cluster flats of between six and seven bedrooms. Each flat is self-contained and only the residents
sharing the flat have an entry key.
Within the flat is a shared kitchen and dining area which is fully fitted with cooker, fridge, sink, a microwave oven and
a freezer. Ample storage space is provided and each resident has their own lockable food storage cupboard. The kitchen and
communal corridor are cleaned on a weekly basis. A vacuum cleaner is provided so residents can clean their own rooms.
Rooms
The rooms are study bedrooms, each with its own en-suite shower, toilet and basin.
A bed, desk, chair, bookcase, wardrobe and drawers are provided and there are electrical sockets for residents to use their own computer,
reading lamp, radio etc. There is an internet point for a broadband internet service.
Residents have an individual key to their room. Bed linen is not supplied but is available for purchase at the residence
office or from the nearby market and shops.
The rooms vary slightly in size and shape but are generally around 4 metres by 3 metres. The windows are approximately
104cm by 133cm. The bed and mattress provided are a standard single size of 2metres by 90 centimeters.
Location
Don Gratton House is located near to the East London mosque which is the religous and cultural centre for many of the
local community. There is a vibrant atmosphere in this part of East London with some of the most renowned restaurants and
bars in nearby Brick Lane. Brick Lane also plays host to a large street market on Sundays which draws crowds of
bargain-hunters from all over London. Definitely worth a visit!
The nearest underground station to Don Gratton House is Aldgate East, which is serviced by the District and Hammersmith lines.
Facts
2011/2012 Prices
| Room Type |
Room Size |
No of Rooms |
Rate |
| Single En-Suite |
2.5m x 4m approx |
244 |
£157.01 per week
£6,594.42 total for 42 weeks
|
Address:
Don Gratton House
82 Old Montague Street
London
E1 5NN
England
Phone: +44 (0)207 655 6960
Fax: +44 (0)207 655 6961
Email: dongrattonhouse@sanctuary-housing.co.uk
| Office Opening Hours:
|
Monday to Friday 8am to 10pm |
| Security:
|
24 hour residence and security staff in the building. Access to the residence is by entry card. |
| Number of rooms:
|
244 single en-suite rooms |
| Arrangement:
|
6 or 7 rooms sharing kitchen and living area in a cluster flat |
| Room Type:
|
Single en-suite rooms are study bedrooms with attached shower, toilet and wash basin. |
| Room Size:
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2.5 metre by 4 metre approximately |
| In the room:
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Bed, Mattress, Wardrobe, Desk with drawers, chair, bookshelves. |
| Electricity:
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UK 3-pin 240 volt mains sockets for electrical goods |
| Phone:
|
Telephones are not provided in student bedrooms. Students may bring their own internet phone and use in conjunction with our broadband service provider, Keycom. For more information visit the keycom website. Or alternatively use Skype. |
| Internet Access:
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A broadband internet service is available by Keycom. Click here for more details. |
| Television:
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An aerial socket is provided for your own television. (UK law requires that each resident with a tv must buy a television licence.) |
| In the shared kitchens:
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cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave, sink, cupboards, table and chairs |
| Mail:
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Residents have a key to the letter mailbox for their flat. Parcels are signed for by residence staff. |
| Heating:
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There are electrical heaters in each study bedroom and storage heating in communal areas. Heating is included in the rent. |
| Hot water:
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A central boiler provides hot water throughout the building. This is included in the rent. |
| Laundry:
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A communal self-service laundry is provided with washing machines and dryers. |
| Things to bring with you:
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Bedding(duvet, sheets, pillows),television, kettle, kitchen equipment (pots, pans, plates, cutlery) computer, towels. |
| Insurance:
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A block halls insurance cover is provided by Cover4Students.com. This is included in the rent price. Additional cover is also available for a separate fee. |
| Parking:
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There are no parking facilities on-site but on move in and move out days you will have 30 minutes to unload and load your belongings. If you wish to bring a car to London you will need to apply for a residents' parking permit through Tower Hamlets borough council. More information is available on the Tower Hamlets website. |
| Bikes:
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If residents wish to store their bikes onsite, they must adhere to our registration scheme otherwise it may result in the removal & disposal of unregistered bikes. Please see your welcome booklet for further details. |
