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Residential halls

Enjoy a comfortable stay in our halls of residence. We have more than 400 single en-suite rooms, and 160 bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities.

All are situated on the main campus and guests are never more than a short walk away from the onsite facilities such as the dining halls, cafes, study and sports facilities.

Each floor/ block in your hall of residence will have drinks-making facilities for coffee, tea, herbal/fruit teas etc.

Guest suites

The upper west wing of the Main Building, the family home of our benefactor, Thomas Harper Adams, is given over to five charming guest suites, each with its own individual character. These suites have superb views across the university's gardens and fields. All the bedrooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities.

Towels, toiletries and linen are provided. Rooms and bathrooms are serviced on a daily basis. All bedrooms are non-smoking.

Arrival

You can collect your key and useful information pack from the Short Courses and Conferences Office. Out of normal office hours keys can be collected from Security in the Porters Lodge opposite the Aspire Centre.

Vacating my room

Unless alternative arrangements have been made guests must vacate their rooms by 9.00am. If your key is not returned by 9.00am you may be charged an extra night's stay. Unless specific arrangements have been made with your organiser, please take your key to either the Short Course and Conferences Office in the Aspire Centre Reception, Security Office or Queen Mother Hall Foyer, where a key return box will be situated.

Replacement or damaged keys are £30.00 with replacement swipe cards or key fobs at £10.00.

How do I find the access code for my room?

If the room you have been assigned has an access code, you will be provided with the number at the start of your visit.

Who do I tell about damages/repairs?

Please report all damages, repairs and non-daily cleaning to your course or conference organiser or a member of the Short Course and Conferences team. We may charge for any repairs / cleaning not be considered to be general wear and tear.

How often will my room be cleaned?

Your room and bathrooms are serviced every day and towels are changed every third day.

Off-campus accommodation

You'll find a wide choice of B&B and hotel accommodation in Shropshire.

Is Wi-Fi access included?

Free access to our wireless network is included for all guests and delegates, 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, including all conference facilities and halls of residence.

If you're staying overnight you'll find the Wi-Fi log-in on your accommodation key pack. Otherwise, your conference/short course organiser will let you know the details.

If you are having trouble connecting you can contact the Short Course and Conferences Office or IT Helpdesk in the library (01952 815050).

EduRoam

If you have already joined EduRoam through another institution you will also be able to access Wi-Fi through that service at Harper Adams.

Are refreshments available?

Each floor/ block in your hall of residence will have drinks-making facilities for coffee, tea, herbal/fruit teas etc.

Food and drink can be bought on the main campus from the Kaldi coffee shop in the library, and Graze café, in the Faccenda student centre. Costa in the AgriEpi Centre is located on the South side on the campus.

Is there a convenience store?

The Feed Store shop, on the ground floor of the Faccenda centre, stocks snacks, newspapers, toiletries and a selection of general groceries.

Can you cater for my dietary needs?

If you have any special dietary requirements please inform the Short Course and Conferences Office or your course/conference organiser who will let the catering department know.

What if I need first aid or emergency medical help?

If you require First Aid treatment please call 01952 815599. This will go through to Reception/Security who will find out your location and send a first aider to assist you. Once the first aider has treated you they will complete an accident form by taking your details. 

In the event of a fire or accident requiring Emergency Services (Fire brigade or Ambulance) please call 999. If you are using an internal phone please dial 9 for an outside line i.e. 9-999. Any call to emergency services should be reported to Reception/Security by calling 01952 815599 (or 5599 on an internal phone) so they are aware of the incident and can assist accordingly. 

Outside of office hours:

• Contact Campus Security on 07980 061128.
• An out-of-hours doctors/advisory service is available on 111 for non-emergencies.
• For emergency medical treatment call 999.

What if there's a fire or emergency?

The fire alarm is a very loud distinctive siren. If you hear this, please leave the building by the nearest safe fire exit and make your way to the assembly point. Assembly points are located in car parks adjacent to the building you are evacuating. Please do not return to the building to collect personal belongings. When it is safe, you will be instructed that you may re-enter the building.

Refuge areas are located by stairwells. Should you be unable to evacuate using the staircase please wait in these areas. A phone or call point in the refuge area should be pressed and this will alert the security team to your location. There are trained Fire Marshalls on-site so please follow any instructions they may issue. 

The fire alarm is tested weekly on Wednesday and the alarm will sound for 10-20 seconds. This is a test - do not evacuate. In the event of a fire, please sound the alarm by pressing the break glass point (red box) in the corridor or room and evacuate the building using the nearest fire exit. Make your way to the fire assembly point. 

What if I have an accident or near-miss?

All accidents and near misses must be reported to your course or conference organiser or a member of the Conference and Short Course team.

What if I have COVID symptoms?

If you have symptoms of a respiratory infection, such as flu or COVID, then you should not visit the campus until you are well again. Please inform your host and they will make some new arrangements for you to visit another time. 

Whilst on campus please ensure you regularly wash your hands and use the hand sanitiser available. Face coverings will be available should you wish to use one. 

Are there facilities for people with disabilities?

Car Parking for disabled people is available on QMH, Bamford Library, Foulkes Crowther Building, Weston, Agricultural Engineering Innovation Centre car park and limited spaces at rear of the Main Building. Please refer to the campus map for locations.

Disabled toilets are located in the Main Building, Bamford Library, Queen Mother Hall, Foulkes Crowther, Faccenda, Weston and Agricultural Engineering Innovation Centre.

Lifts are available in most buildings.

Can I use the library?

Visitors are welcome to use our library facilities, including browsing books and journals in the library and online, and advice from the library team.

PCs are available for visitors to use with a guest log-in, available from the IT Service Desk on the first floor. You can also print and photocopying documents in the library. Stationary is available to buy from the Welcome Hub. You will not, however, be able to take books out on loan.

Can I use the sports facilities?

We have lots of great sports facilities such as a bowling green and tennis/basketball/squash courts that you may use. The Short Course and Conferences Office holds a limited amount of sports equipment that is available for guests to borrow. Talk to your course/ conference organiser or a member of the Conference and Short Course team to arrange this.

Farm and Animal Areas 

Access and visits to the HAU Farm are strictly by arrangement only. Bio-security is of major importance to us. We ask that you please follow all instructions posted on campus. 

Please be aware that many large vehicles are moving across the campus as we have a working farm. Keep to footpaths. 

Please observe the following safety measures when working on, or visiting, the farm and livestock areas, and act on notices posted:

• Do not touch, pet or feed the animals
• Do not touch the fencing or perimeter of where the animals are kept or enter animal enclosures 
• Avoid startling the animals 
• Remain with your host at all times 
• Wear suitable footwear as the ground can be uneven and slippery 
• Wear suitable clothing appropriate for outdoors and inclement weather
• Ensure you use the disinfected foot dips/mats when present 
• Adhere to any instructions or signage as may be appropriate 
• ALWAYS wash your hands thoroughly after visiting the Farm. Please do not eat, drink or smoke until after you have washed your hands. 

Your host should kindly inform farm staff of any planned (group) visits so that they may be accommodated. Please note, that if you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant, do not visit the Beef and Sheep areas during March and April. 

Parking at the farm is for farm staff only. Visitors should use the other available car parks across campus and walk to the farm using the main road. Please keep to the pedestrian side of the road or use the footpaths where available.