Visiting academics
Esther Parkin residence
Academic guests visiting the University can take advantage of the purpose built Esther Parkin residence situated on campus.
The residence offers visiting academics and their families a cheaper and more convenient alternative to seeking short-term housing in Bath's private sector.
History
- In 1983 the late Professor David Parkin raised the idea of having residences specifically for visiting academics from overseas.
- In 1987, as a bequest of his mother Esther, he founded the Esther Parkin Trust and began planning the Esther Parkin residence.
- April 1989 saw the start of construction work
- On 19th August 1990 the Esther Parkin residence was officially opened, welcoming its first resident on 3rd September.
Rates
The residence comprises five self-contained residences to accommodate visiting academics, plus two further rooms that can be hired out by members of the University for meetings or social events.
Flats - £230 per week
The central part of the building is split into two self-contained flats, each with one double bedroom, one single bedroom, lounge/dining room, small kitchen and bathroom with shower over the bath.
Cottages – £285 per week
There are two cottages situated at each end of the building, these can cater for larger families as they have three bedrooms and a study/extra bedroom. The cottages also have a large kitchen with washing machine, large lounge/dining room, bathroom with shower over the bath (upstairs) and separate WC with washbasin (downstairs off the entrance hall). Cottage inventory
Studio – £175 per week
The fifth residence is a studio located at the back of the building. This consists of a study bedroom with en-suite shower room and a kitchenette, to suit one occupant.
Further considerations
- VAT will need to be added where applicable.
- The residence rates include Council Tax, TV Licence, data connection, utility bills (except for telephone) and core possessions insurance.
- There are limited car-parking spaces available for Esther Parkin residents.
- Bed linen and a telephone are included; towels and stereo systems are not.
- Other families are likely to be staying in the Esther Parkin residence. There is an unenclosed area for children to play; younger children would need to be supervised.
