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Northumberland House Contents Pages 3-5 Introduction Welcome from your Warden Northumberland House Travel information Pages 6-8 When you arrive and depart What do you need to bring? Catering on campus Kitchens at Northumberland House Breakfast on campus Pages 9-11 Northumberland House rules and regulations Social programme Local area information Things to do in London Sightseeing Food in London Theatre and museums Film in London Connectivity Page 12 Staying safe on and around campus Thank You!
3 Introduction LSE welcomes you to the largest Summer School of its kind in Europe now celebrating its 28th year. We also want to welcome you to your new hall of residence and wish you a happy and productive stay. LSE halls are designed to help you make friends and be part of a first-class student community during your studies. We do our best to make sure that your stay with us is rewarding, both socially and academically. The following pages will inform you of what to expect from your hall and the local area around it. We look forward to your arrival at your hall over the Summer. Welcome from your Warden Welcome to Northumberland House in
Manager and Reception Team, who
the heart of London. It doesn’t get more
ensure that the building remains safe and
central than this. Situated between
sound. As Warden I am responsible for
Trafalgar Square and the River Thames
ensuring that Northumberland provides
the hall is ideally located to make the
you with a safe and pleasant environment
most of everything which London offers.
in which to both live and study. I am assisted in this by three subwardens who
Northumberland House is a beautiful
will often be your first point of contact in
Grade II listed building which is located
cases of student discipline or welfare. We
just one block from Trafalgar Square. The
are all very approachable so don’t
National Gallery is only a few minutes
hesitate to contact us to discuss any
away, as are Soho and Covent Garden
issues you may have.
with their many cinemas, clubs, theatres, pubs and restaurants. St James’ Park with
I hope that you enjoy your time with us at
its beautiful gardens and lake is located
Northumberland House.
within five minutes’ walk of the hall and is the perfect place to relax with friends. Northumberland House is run on a dayto-day basis by the Front of House
Ms Sarah Lee (Warden) Northumberland-House@lse.ac.uk
4 Northumberland House Situated right next to Trafalgar square
Northumberland House has an excellent
and reflective of the surrounding area,
location next to Trafalgar Square, with
Northumberland is an attractive building
brilliant night life in the surrounding area
originally used as a hotel and a ministry of
and a short walk to the Thames.
defence building before being converted for use by LSE. The facilities available are excellent and include a computer suite with a number of workstations and a printer. Also available is an inexpensive, coin-operated laundry and a common room, with comfy seats, bookshelves and a television.
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Travel Information To Northumberland House:
quick option is the Heathrow Express. It
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runs from Heathrow to Paddington
Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N
Station every 15 minutes. National
5BY. To view on a map, visit:
Express also runs a coach service to
Northumberland House Closest tube stations: Charing Cross, Embankment. You can take public transport from all major stations. Visit: TFL
Victoria. For more information, visit the following websites: Heathrow Express National Express Taxis: If you are carrying heavy luggage, you may want to consider taking a taxi to
To Campus: Northumberland House is a
Northumberland House. The safest and
15 minute walk to campus.
easiest way to book a taxi is using the TFL
To view directions on a map, visit: Northumberland House to LSE It is also possible to take public transport to campus. Visit: TFL
Cabwise service. You can access the Cabwise telephone number or download their iPhone or Android app by visiting: Cabwise Only licensed taxis (black cabs) can pick
From Heathrow: The best way to travel
up passengers on the street. It is
from Heathrow airport to central London
important to be wary of unlicensed
is the London Underground Piccadilly Line
minicabs.
if you are carrying light luggage. Another
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When you arrive and depart On arrival at your hall, you’ll need to
stay (dates/times will be advertised in
check-in and pick up your key from the
your hall). You’ll be able to find them in
reception desk.
Reception or the Common Area and
This can be done from 3pm onwards. If you arrive before 3pm, you will not be
they’ll be easy to spot in Summer School T-Shirts.
able to gain access to your room, but we
They’ll be able to help with any questions
do provide luggage storage space, so you
you might have about the hall, the local
can drop your bags off at the hall before
area or the support available to you
checking in at 3pm.
during your stay.
On the day of departure, you’ll need to vacate your room by 10.30am. Summer School Welcome Helpers will be present at each hall on the afternoon/evening of Arrival Sunday. There will be cupcakes and juice available to refresh you after your journey. The Welcome Helpers will also be available at certain times throughout your
What do you need to bring? Northumberland House has a number of
should also make sure that your electrical
facilities for you to access including an
equipment is compatible with UK
inexpensive laundry room. You are also
standards. To learn more about our
provided with fresh towels and bed linen
electricity supply, visit: Electricity supply.
throughout.
Remember to check your flight’s luggage
If you are travelling from abroad, you are
allowance before travelling and make
advised to bring a UK power adaptor with
sure you know what items can and can’t
you. You will be unable to use any
be taken on a flight. Visit: Hand Luggage
electrical goods unless you have one. You
restrictions UK
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Catering options on campus 4th Floor Restaurant Old Building, Houghton Street 8am - 3pm This is the largest catering outlet and offers traditional dishes, international specialities, vegetarian alternatives and a street food and salad bar. There is even a roof terrace for sunny days! LSE Garrick Corner of Houghton Street/Aldwych 8am – 6pm Downstairs serves premium cooked breakfasts and lunches, while the ground-floor coffee bar provides a great range of barista hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, sushi and cakes. Plaza Café Opposite LSE Library 10am – 6pm Located right outside the library, grab a quick bite to eat and drink in this boutique coffee shop. Café 54 Ground Floor, New Academic Building 8.30am – 4.30pm Ideal place for ‘grab and go’; selection of sandwiches, sushi, ramen noodle pots and hot soups.
The Bean Counter Basement, 32 Lincoln’s Inn Fields 10am – 3.30pm Speciality hot and cold barista drinks, cakes, sandwiches and hot snacks. Seating provided.
George IV Corner of Portugal/Portsmouth Street 12noon – 11pm The LSE’s very own traditional 19th Century pub. Serving ‘real’ ales and bar snacks.
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LSESU have some ideas of their own.
on campus and a guide (with map) to all LSE
Visit: Fine Dining
restaurants around campus, visit: Food and Drink
Kitchens at Northumberland House Northumberland House includes some
You can get a good look at the kitchens
excellent self-catering facilities allowing
using the 360° virtual tour of
you to cook your favorite meals.
Northumberland House. Visit:
Crockery is provided and kitchens are
Northumberland House
shared by around 8-10 rooms on average. The kitchens are well-equipped with fridge/freezers, microwaves, ovens, hobs, kettles and toasters.
Breakfast on Campus Northumberland House is a self-catered residence, however, a complimentary breakfast is provided Monday-Friday. Please note that breakfast will be served between 8 and 10 am at the 4th floor restaurant on Campus and not at the residence.
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Northumberland House rules and regulations Most halls have similar rules and
safety information can be found on our
regulations. For detailed terms and
information for current residents:
conditions relating specifically to your Summer School accommodation, visit:
Information for current residents
Terms and conditions
Remember that some of this information
Prior to arrival, please familiarise yourself
relates only to term time students.
with the LSE Summer School Residences Regulations [PDF]. It is against the law to smoke anywhere in
If you are unsure about any information relating to your hall, you should check with the reception desk.
the building. Other general rules and
Social Programme Once you’re settled into life at
quality social programme to look forward
Northumberland House, you can begin
to, supported by your hall and by the
enjoying yourself at LSE. You have a high
Summer School itself.
Local area information To help you navigate the local area,
There are also some great places to eat
Northumberland House has compiled a
on and around campus. For a guide (with
list of recommended places for you. Visit:
map) to all LSE restaurants around
Life around Northumberland House
campus, visit: Food and Drink
You’ll find a list of the closest supermarkets, parks, restaurants, nightlife and other basic amenities.
Things to do in London London is a diverse city and has
daily breakdown of the best events,
attractions for every taste. For a great
theatre, film, music and food going in the
way to find what is going on in the city
capital. Visit: Timeout
check out Timeout London. It gives you a
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Sightseeing London is home to some of the world’s most famous landmarks, such as the Palace of Westminster, and the Tower of London. If you’re new to London, why not pay a visit to some of our best. Visit: London landmarks. Special discounted tickets (10% off) for an open top Bus Tour of London attractions are available to buy at the Reception Desk.
More information on the tours can be found here: City Sightseeing Hop on and off tours.
Food in London London is one of the most diverse cities in
For light bites and cooking, a range of
the world and this is reflected in the
produce and street food can be found in
range of cuisines available. Good food is
London’s many markets.
never far away no matter what your tastes, culture or budget. Have a browse in Timeout for the most popular restaurants open today. Visit: Timeout - restaurants and cafés
Borough market is a great central example. Visit: London Markets
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Theatre and museums LSE campus is situated near Covent
Close by to Holborn station is the British
Garden, Leicester Square and London’s
Museum. Other leading museums and
theatre land. Across the river at Waterloo
galleries are in close travelling distance by
is the National Theatre and Shakespeare’s
foot or public transport.
Globe, both famous for their quality. To find any kind of play or musical in
To find a recommended list, visit: Museums and galleries
London, visit: Theatre and musicals
Film in London London has been a dominant force in
Nearby Leicester Square is home to many
British cinema for over a century and its
of the country’s cinema chains and is also
impact can be felt throughout the city.
home to the Prince Charles Cinema,
Whatever your taste in film there’s always
famous for beer and pizza nights and all-
something to keep you entertained.
night marathons.
The British Film Institute (BFI) offers an
For more information, visit: Prince Charles
excellent range of cinema at venues close
Cinema
to campus. For more information, visit: BFI
Connectivity Mobile Phones You may want to think about getting a new phone deal. For more information, visit: Mobile phones Activating your IT account
are approximately 1,000 networked Windows PCs available and there is access to printing facilities in the public computer rooms. You’ll also have access to the Internet from your Hall. To learn more about
All Summer School students will be given
activating your internet connection, visit:
LSE IT accounts, including an LSE email
Halls internet activation
address, to use IT facilities at LSE. There
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Staying safe on and around the campus No matter what you expect to gain from
Be vigilant and make use of our security
your time in London, principally, you’re
measures.
coming to learn and enjoy yourself.
Be careful not to have valuables on show.
It’s important to take the proper
Avoid walking alone at night and try to
precautions to keep yourself safe while
stay in groups with your friends.
you study.
A much more detailed guide is available here: Campus safety tips
Thank you! We wish you a pleasant stay at Northumberland House. If you have any questions regarding the hall, please contact the Reception team. For any Summer School queries during your time with us, remember to visit the Summer School web pages for key information and contact details. Visit: LSE Summer School
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