Staying in Aitken, Chamberlain, Elgar Court, Maple Bank, Mason, Shackleton or Tennis Court? Familiarise yourself with the Vale Village and learn all about your local amenities.
The Vale Village is a very popular place for students to live, so be sure to take a moment to learn about your hall. We want you to feel at home once you get here, so we’ve also compiled some of the local shops, healthcare providers and amenities in the area so you know where to go when you move in!
Aitken
A small comfortable collection of flats in Vale Village.
Chamberlain
Spacious apartments overlooking the beautiful Vale lake.
Elgar Court
Modern accommodation perfect for socialising with friends.
Maple Bank
Accomodation located towards the top of Vale Village.
Mason
Just a short walk from central University campus.
Shackleton
An exclusive living option in the heart of the Vale.
Tennis Court
Located on Edgbaston Park road across from the Vale.
Check out our map with all of the local amenities you may find useful whilst living in the area.
If you're looking to travel around the local area you can there are a number of public transport options. Explore the West Midlands Travel website to plan your bus journey and find your local bus stop. If you'd like to travel by train, visit the Trainline website to explore local and national journey options.
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*Please check opening times before visiting on campus eateries.
To learn more about your accommodation including rooms, shared spaces, virtual tours and available services, visit the University’s website
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Our office on the Vale is open 4-8pm on weekdays during term time. Drop in or contact us to arrange an appointment in advance.
Prefer us to come to you? Use our contact details to ask for a flat visit or to set up a flat meeting.
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