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Housekeeping & Food at Durham

Hi everyone!

I’ve been allocated to Collingwood College, and while I’m really excited, I’m not sporty at all and was wondering what the general vibe is like for someone who isn’t into sports. Is it still a good fit for more laid-back or non-sporty students?

Also, I have a few practical questions:

1. What’s the housekeeping situation like? Do they clean your room weekly or is that up to you entirely?
2. Is there a pantry or shared kitchen space available with basic amenities like an induction hob or hotplate?
3.Lastly, how’s the food at Collingwood? I’m a vegetarian and wanted to know if there are enough decent options on a regular basis.

Thanks!

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by Anonymous
Hi everyone!
I’ve been allocated to Collingwood College, and while I’m really excited, I’m not sporty at all and was wondering what the general vibe is like for someone who isn’t into sports. Is it still a good fit for more laid-back or non-sporty students?
Also, I have a few practical questions:
1. What’s the housekeeping situation like? Do they clean your room weekly or is that up to you entirely?
2. Is there a pantry or shared kitchen space available with basic amenities like an induction hob or hotplate?
3.Lastly, how’s the food at Collingwood? I’m a vegetarian and wanted to know if there are enough decent options on a regular basis.
Thanks!
We used to get bi-weekly room cleans in certain colleges but I believe these have all stopped now. We do have room inspections though (although I’m not sure if this varies by college). Unfortunately I can’t answer your other questions as I’m not a collingwood student but I hope I’ve helped a little!
(edited 8 months ago)

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