Welcome to The Union, Leamington Spa
A warm welcome from The Union Hospitality Team!
We're delighted you've chosen The Union Student Accommodation as your home for the 2026/27 academic year.
Whether you're moving into student accommodation for the very first time or returning for another year of university, we're here to make your arrival as smooth, comfortable, and enjoyable as possible. Our goal is to help you settle in quickly so you can focus on making the most of your student experience.
If you're new to the city or living away from home for the first time, don't worry - we're here to help every step of the way. We'll provide useful information about local transport, nearby shops and amenities, university life, Freshers' Week events, and everything you need to feel at home in your new surroundings.
From the moment you arrive, our friendly team will be on hand to:
Welcome you to your new student home.
Help you settle into your room and the building.
Answer any questions about your check-in and accommodation.
Explain important health and safety information, including emergency procedures.
Provide ongoing support throughout the academic year whenever you need us.
At The Union, we're committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive community where every student can thrive. We hope your time with us is filled with new friendships, great experiences, academic success, and lasting memories.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Union and can't wait to meet you!
Susan and Paul
The Union Hospitality Team
Property Address
The Union,
Althorpe Street, Leamington Spa CV31 2AU
Tel: 01926 898 530
Email: theunion@mansionstudent.co.uk
Book your Check In
Please reserve your check-in date and time through your StuRents account before you travel. This helps us manage arrivals and ensures you can move in as quickly as possible.
Travelling by car
There is limited on-site parking available. Once your check-in appointment has been confirmed, please email The Union directly with your car registration details.
Parking is limited to one hour per car.
The nearest public car park is Court Street Car Park, 4 Court Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 1NH, which is approximately a two-minute walk from The Union.
Hotels near The Union
If you're arriving in Leamington Spa before your tenancy starts, arrive outside reception hours, or have family and friends visiting during move-in, there are several hotels within easy reach of The Union, including:
Premier inn - Leamington Spa Town Centre
We recommend booking early, especially during September, as accommodation fills up quickly.
Hospitality Office
The Hospitality Team can be contacted on 01926 898 530 and are on site from 9.00am - 5.30pm, Monday – Friday, except bank holidays.
Important Numbers
Resident Student Wardens - 07549 822 996. Act as an out of hours point of contact and they can be contacted by calling the out of office hours help desk. The resident student warden will assist with emergency situations from when the office closes and reopens the next working day, such as fire alarm activations, major building repair issues, serious incidents. Should you be locked out, they will assist between 5.30pm and 10pm on Monday to Friday and between 9am and 10pm on Saturday & Sunday. Outside these hours the mobile security guard will be able to assist you by calling the help desk and charges may apply.
Out of office hours help desk - 0113 390 7870. For out of hour’s emergency assistance, this service is supported by mobile security guards and 24hrs helpline.
EMERGENCY SERVICES - FIRE, POLICE & AMBULANCE – 999. If there is an immediate danger to welfare or life, call the emergency services.
Lost Keys and Fobs
If you lock yourself out during office hours, the hospitality team located at reception will be able to open your room.
If you lock yourself out outside normal working hours you will need to call 0113 390 7870 to be let back in by out of hours security. Please note you will be charged £60+ if you require this.
Wi-Fi
Free high-speed Wi-Fi is included in your rent and is provided by Glide Student. Setup instructions and troubleshooting guidance are available in the Documents section of the Mansion Student app.
Premium Wi-Fi packages are also available directly from Glide Student if required at an additional cost.
Contents Insurance
During your stay, contents insurance is included in your tenancy through Gallagher.
Before you move in, we recommend checking your policy to understand what's covered. If you own higher-value items or want cover away from your accommodation, you may wish to upgrade your policy.
Mail and Parcel Post
To make sure you receive all your post, please ensure that you address it to:
- Full Name
- Room number
- Full address
Post is delivered to the main entrance reception area during office working hours.
Letters are placed in the mail boxes. Parcels will be kept at reception. The Hospitality Team will email you if a parcel arrives for you. Please bring ID to collect it. Please make your own arrangement for packages being delivered at the weekends. Remember to correctly address your deliveries with your name, room number, and full address, otherwise the parcel may be rejected.
Laundry Facilities
The laundry room is located on the ground floor by reception and is operated by Circuit.
Download the Circuit app on the app store on your phone to pay for the facilities.
Login to www.circuit.co.uk where you can find more information, including videos on how to use the machines; if you are unsure please pop into reception. If a machine breaks down, call Circuit on 01422 820040 / 0800 0926068. Please ensure you remove all your clothes when the cycle has finished so that other residents can use the machines.
Waste Collection
The bin store is located inside the car park entrance, these are clearly marked.
Please:
Tie rubbish bags securely.
Place waste inside the correct bins.
Recycle glass, cardboard and plastics using the recycling bins provided.
Break down cardboard boxes before recycling.
Never leave rubbish in corridors or around the building.
Keeping shared areas clean helps create a better environment for everyone.
Residents Handbook
Our Resident Handbook contains everything you need to know about living at The Union, including:
Building facilities
Health and safety information
Local amenities
House rules
Helpful tips for student life
You can access it anytime through the Mansion Student app.
Living at The Union
The heating and lighting in your accommodation are included in your rent, however we would ask you to be as energy efficient as possible.
Hot water controls
The hot water will be automatically provided to your bathroom/kitchen.
Each bedroom has its own individually controlled radiator. The radiator can be set to the required temperature using the thermostat.
To report a fault in your room, log in to the Mansion Student App, click My Support, New Ticket and provide the details of your maintenance issue. All requests will be dealt with in order of priority.
What's Nearby?
Mansion Student accommodation in Leamington Spa is ideally located for students studying at the University of Warwick, with easy access to both campus and the town’s main social areas. Whether you’re heading to lectures, meeting friends or travelling further afield, getting around is straightforward.
Many students travel between Leamington Spa and Warwick via frequent bus routes, which run throughout the day and evening, connecting the town centre directly to campus. This makes it easy to enjoy the social life in Leamington while staying connected to your studies.
The town centre, particularly around Parade and Regent Street, is where most student life takes place. Here you’ll find a mix of cafés, restaurants, shops and nightlife, all within walking distance.
Explore Leamington Spa
Whether you're looking for supermarkets, transport links, cafés, restaurants or places to study, Leamington Spa has plenty to offer just a short walk from The Union.
Take some time to explore your local area and discover everything your new city has to offer. We’ve put together some basic contact information about local facilities. Please note: Mansion Student does not endorse these and is not responsible or associated with them.
Banks & Cash Machines:
All major banks and building societies are located in Leamington Spa town centre.
Local cash machines:
ATM (Leamington Spa Railway Station), Old Warwick Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3NS.
Sainsbury’s Bank ATM, 89 Radford Road, Royal Leamington Spa, CV31 1JY.
ATM (Drinks 4 U), 109 Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3EA.
Cinemas / Theatres:
Vue Cinema Leamington Spa, Portland Place East, Leamington Spa CV32 5ET.
ODEON Coventry, SkyDome, Croft Rd, Coventry CV1 3AZ.
Chemist / Pharmacy:
Birk and Nagra Pharmacy - Southborough Terrace, Southborough Terrace,
Brunswick Street, Leamington Spa CV31 2DT.
ASDA Pharmacy, Chesterton Drive, Sydenham, Leamington Spa CV31 1YD.
Regent Pharmacy, 51 Crown Way, Lillington, Leamington Spa CV32 7SH.
Library:
Leamington Spa Library & Information Centre, Leamington Library Royal Pump Rooms
Parade, Leamington Spa CV32 4AA.
Whitnash Library and Information Centre, Whitnash Civic Centre, Acre Close,
Leamington Spa CV31 2ND..
Grocery Stores:
Nisa Local - Khera Supermarkets, 29-33 High Street, Leamington Spa CV31 1LN.
Morrisons, Old Warwick Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3NU.
Gyms:
Fitness Worx Gym, 2 Spencer Street, Leamington Spa CV31 3NF.
Core Gym, 58 Bedford Street, Leamington Spa CV32 5DT.
PureGym, Queensway Trading Estate, Leamington Spa CV31 3RZ
Hospitals:
Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital, The Chase, Old Milverton Lane, Leamington Spa CV32 6RW.
Warwick Hospital, Lakin Road, Warwick CV34 5BW.
Dentists:
Leamington Spa Dental Practice, 1 Radford Road, Leamington Spa CV31 1NG.
Euston Place Dental Practice, 13 Euston Place, Leamington Spa CV32 4LJ.
Doctors Surgeries / Health Centres:
Waterside Medical Centre, Court Street, Leamington Spa CV31 2BB.
Croft Medical Centre, Calder Walk, Sydenham, Royal Leamington Spa, CV31 1SA.
Sexual Health Centre:
Coventry and Warwickshire Sexual Health Hub - Leamington Spa, 32 Bath Street, Leamington Spa CV31 3AE.
Taxis:
A1 Spa Taxis Ltd, 5 Clemens St, Leamington Spa CV31 2DW.
Sapphire Taxis, 4 Lynwood Walk, Sydenham, Leamington Spa CV31 1RF.
Post Office:
Leamington Spa Post Office, 32 Bath Street, Leamington Spa CV31 3AE.
Clarendon Street Post Office, 69 Clarendon Street, Leamington Spa CV32 4PN.
Public Transport:
Leamington Spa Train Station, Old Warwick road, Leamington Spa CV31 3NS.
Stagecoach Leamington Spa, Poseidon Way, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwick CV34 6SW.
Shopping Centres:
Leamington Shopping Park, Tachbrook Park Drive, Royal Leamington Spa, Warwick CV34 6RH.
Royal Priors Shopping Centre, Warwick Street, Leamington Spa CV32 4XT.
Regent Court Shopping Centre, Livery Street, Leamington Spa CV32 4NG.
FAQ's
When can I check-in?
Please reserve your check-in date and time through your StuRents account before you arrive. If your travel plans change, contact the Hospitality Team as soon as possible.
What do I need to bring for check-in?
Please bring a valid photo ID (passport or driving licence). International students should bring their passport and any relevant travel documentation.
Where do I collect my keys?
When you arrive, head to Reception where a member of the Hospitality Team will check you in, provide your key and fob, and answer any questions you may have.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes. High-speed Wi-Fi is included in your rent and is provided by Glide Student. Setup instructions can be found in the Mansion Student App.
What should I do if I lock myself out?
During office hours, the Hospitality Team can let you back into your room. Outside office hours, please contact Security. Please note that an out-of-hours lockout charge of £60+ applies.
How do I report a maintenance issue?
Maintenance issues can be reported quickly and easily through the Mansion Student App by selecting My Support and then New Ticket.
Where do I collect my parcels?
Letters are delivered to your mailbox, while parcels are held securely at Reception. We'll email you when your parcel is ready to collect - just remember to bring photo ID.
Who do I contact if I need help?
Our Hospitality Team is here to support you during office hours. Outside these hours, Security and the Resident Student Wardens are available for urgent assistance.
What should I do in an emergency?
If there is an immediate risk to life or property, call 999 straight away. Once it is safe to do so, notify the Hospitality Team or Security.
Where can I find more information?
Our comprehensive Resident Handbook, available online and through the Mansion Student App, contains everything you need to know about living at The Union, including building facilities, safety information, and useful advice for student life.
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