Halls Events and Social Life

Our Residence Life programme in halls

Activities to help you settle into university life

Our Residence Life events and activities programme is organised to help students settle into their new environment, make friends and try new things. This is especially important at the start of the year, when you may be feeling a bit homesick or nervous about meeting new people.

Most halls events are free to attend and you can turn up without booking. It’s a ready-made social life on your doorstep, where the emphasis is on having fun and welcoming new people. You'll become part of a big, friendly community and be able to attend events and socialise with a wide variety of students, from your own hall and other halls nearby.

Ongoing activities

Our regular weekly and fortnightly events are a great way to meet like-minded people and connect with your community. Whether you're into wellness, creativity, or just having fun, there's something for everyone. Choose from weekly yoga and cookery classes, fortnightly creative arts sessions, or join us for board game and film nights.

For fans of fantasy and storytelling, our vibrant Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) community hosts regular meetups across several halls. Whether you're a seasoned player or curious to try it out, you're welcome to join in.

To get involved, share ideas, or give feedback, email us at socialreps@derby.ac.uk.

International students

The Meeting Place at St Alkmund's Church on Kedleston Road hosts regular Monday evening events for International students to meet each other. Find out more by following them on Instagram.

April 2026 hall events

Date	Event	Venue	Time	Get involved
Sunday 12 April	Board Games Night	Darley Bank	6pm	No need to book - just turn up.
Tuesday 14 April	Cookery class	Princess Alice Court	6pm	No need to book - just turn up. All ingredients provided.
Wednesday 15 April	Creative Arts session	Peak Court	6pm-7.30pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Have fun being creative with Marie. All materials provided.
Thursday 16 April	Beginner's Yoga	Peak Court	5pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Yoga mats provided.
Friday 17 April	Anime Night	St Christopher's Court	7pm	Free to attend - just turn up.
Sunday 19 April	Film Night	Princess Alice Court	6pm	Free to attend - just turn up.
Monday 20 April	1625 Drop-in	St Christopher's Court	5pm - 7pm	Confidential drug and alcohol advice. Free to attend - just turn up.
Monday 20 April	Sexual Violence Liaison Officer Drop-in	Peak Court	5pm - 7pm	Confidential guidance and support. No need to book.
Tuesday 21 April	Cookery Class	Princess Alice Court	6pm	No need to book - just turn up. All ingredients provided.
Thursday 23 April	Create & Connect	St Christopher's Court	5.30pm - 7.30pm	No need to book - just turn up. Lino printing and marvellous mocktails
Thursday 23 April	Beginner's Yoga	Peak Court	5pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Yoga mats provided.
Friday 24 April	Peak Court's Got Talent	Peak Court	6.30pm for 7pm start	Free to attend and participate - just turn up. Refreshments provided
Friday 24 April	Quiz with pizza	Darley Bank	7pm-9pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Refreshments and prizes
Sunday 26 April	Board Games Night	Darley Bank	6pm	Free to attend - just turn up.
Monday 27 April	1625 Drop-in	Nunnery Court	5-7pm	Confidential drugs and alcohol advice. Free to attend - just turn up.
Tuesday 28 April	Cookery Class	Princess Alice Court	6pm	No need to book - just turn up. All ingredients provided.
Wednesday 29 April	Creative Arts session	Peak Court	6pm - 7.30pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Have fun being creative with Marie. All materials provided.
Thursday 30 April	Beginner's Yoga	Peak Court	5pm	Free to attend - just turn up. Yoga mats provided.

A place called home

Staff are always on-site so feel free to pop into the office for a friendly chat or, if you are experiencing any problems, talk to your Hall Manager. The Residential Assistants and cleaners do weekly flat visits so you’ll soon get to know your whole halls team. Another bonus is the on-site common room which includes a free pool table, Playstation four, large TV and board games. Students can also book the room for free for a private gathering with friends. Just speak to your Hall Manager and they’ll be happy to help you arrange it.

Watch as students Harry, Tan, Charley and Jack, let you into their day-to-day lives, talking about their own experiences and what they love about halls. From exploring Derby or cooking in halls, to being a part of halls events or meeting up with society friends, this will give you a true flavour of life in halls.

Students talking about their day-to-day lives living in halls.