WELCOME TO LINSTEAD

On duty today

Duty number:

07590250565

or extension 50565 from a College landline.

The duty warden can be reached between 18:00 - 08:00 on weekdays and all day during the weekend.

See the Duty Calendar to find out who is on duty today.

Arrivals

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Parking on the day

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Other information

For any other information regarding your arrival, please refer to your eInduction.

The team


The Wardens

The Wardens play a big part in hall life by supporting you if you have any personal problems, dealing with emergencies and disciplinary matters (see hall rules), and ensuring that the hall runs smoothly.

Dan Balint

Warden

Welcome to Imperial! My name is Dan Balint. I am the warden of Linstead Hall and a Professor in Solid Mechanics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. I live in the warden's flat on level 5 with my wife Lucy, daughter Cecily (Cece) and son Jesse.

I am from the States; grew up near Detroit, Michigan, attended Michigan State University for my undergraduate studies in Engineering Mechanics, then moved east to Cambridge, Massachusetts for a master's degree in Applied Mathematics and PhD in Engineering Sciences at Harvard, then further east to the original Cambridge for a post-doc in the same field followed by a brief interlude in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as a consultant and finally to Imperial where I have been for the last 18 years!

Apart from research, teaching and wardening, all of which I enjoy very much, I like photography, anything to do wtih Arsenal, going to art museums, travelling, reading books, listening to music, cooking, baking bread and the pursuit of a good night of sleep. I am here for you, so don't hesitate to get in touch. I wish you a very happy and successful year!

Tianxiao Wang

Subwarden

Greetings Linsteadians! A warm welcome to all of you. My name is Tianxiao (He/Him), and my friends would call me T (or Ti, both pronounced as tea). I am your subwarden on the M floor (room M24). I am a Design Engineering PhD student. University work, especially at Imperial, can be very stressful at times but you will get the support from the College and from us. I love both classical and jazz music, and enjoy cooking too. Food is for sharing - that's my motto. And sharing is about caring. I like science fiction and movies, and playing video games. At night, I would prefer peacefulness because that's very important for our mental health - but if you like parties and music gatherings, feel free to organise them as long as you make your neighbours happy too!

Sara Belazregue

Subwarden

Hi! My name is Sara and I am a 3rd year PhD student in the Department of Chemistry over at White City studying small molecule activation by transition metal complexes. I am a proud born and bred South Londoner; I attended King's College London for my undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Imperial for my MRes degree in Catalysis. In my free time, I love to paint (both acrylic and oil), read, visit art exhibitions - Renaissance art in particular (Leonardo Da Vinci and Caravaggio are my two all-time favourites), and go on very long walks in and around London. I'm always up for a chat so feel free to say hi whenever you see me about, I'm excited to meet/get to know all of you in the coming weeks!

Fernando Guntoro

Subwarden

Hey there, welcome to Imperial College! My name is Fernando, and I am originally from Indonesia. I’ve lived in the UK for 10 years now and have spent the better half of it in London! I’m currently doing a PhD in Epidemiology, investigating the various factors that influence COVID-19 severity and Long COVID. Outside of studies, I enjoy socializing through playing badminton and board games. I also enjoy going to the cinemas and theatres, which is always inevitably followed with stuffing my face with a lot of sushi. Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you ever need help or advice, or simply to chat. I look forward to meeting you all!


The Hall Seniors

Hall Seniors are students who have already lived in Imperial halls, chosen by the wardening team to carry out various roles to keep the hall going. Linstead Hall has 6 Hall Seniors this year. You can knock on their doors for anything and they will be more than happy to help.

Molly Machin

Hi everyone! I’m Molly, I’m living in 507 on the 5th floor this year and can’t wait to meet you all this year as one of your hall seniors! I’m doing my MSc in Computing after three great years here at Imperial. I’ve been living in London for those three years, but I’m originally from sunny Cornwall :) When I’m not being a computer nerd I love figure skating (maybe a bit too much - last year I was somehow convinced to do the splits in the air during our group performance!) and salsa and bachata dancing round London with friends.   I also love going on (slow!!) runs, and since Hyde Park is so close, I’d love to go on some runs together if anyone’s up for it. You’ll probably find me smiling and chatting most of the time so it shouldn’t be too hard to approach me, and please do with any problems and successes - I’m here to listen and celebrate them all with you. I am always eager and happy to have a chat so please don’t hesitate to say hi when you see me around halls! I'm looking forward to meeting and getting to know all of you!

Luke Broadley

Hi everyone, I’m Luke, and I’ll be living on the 2nd floor this year (room 215). I’m a 4th year Geophysics student, so I have a good bit of experience living in London now if you have any questions about food shopping places and transport. I lived in Linstead Hall in my first year at Imperial and it’s a really great place to live being so close to campus and with great connections to the rest of the city, so I hope you’ll all settle right in! I was born and raised in West Yorkshire. I know the move to London, whether that’s from across the country or from around the world, is daunting so I hope I can help with any worries of questions you may have. I love theatre, movies, baking and the outdoors. I’m also really passionate about playing music, and I’m sure if you pass my room you’ll often hear the tapping of piano keys! Please don’t hesitate to come and talk if you see me in the corridor or when I’m in the kitchen cooking dinner, whether that’s about any questions or concerns you have, or just for a chat! I’m looking forwards to meeting you all at the start of the year.

Yizhou Wang

Greetings everyone! My name is Yizhou Wang (You can call me Benjamin). I am delighted to be the level 4 hall senior at Linstead. (I live in 405) I'm currently a Year 2 student studying Materials science and Engineering. This is my second year at Linstead Hall so I am quite familiar with all the facilities. As an international student, I know exactly how it feels to travel far away from home and reside in a completely new country. Don’t worry, I’m always there to help and do whatever I can to fix the issue. Outside my studies, I enjoy playing piano and guitar in my own time. Looking forward to meeting you all!

Sonia Chew

Hi everyone! I’m Sonia, I’ll be your hall senior for Floor 3 this year (I live in 307). I’m a 2nd year Biological Sciences student, and I’m from Malaysia. This is my second year in Linstead, and I’m really excited to meet all of you! My hobbies include dancing and baking. I find cooking therapeutic too, and that’s how I like spending my free time here so you’ll probably catch me in the kitchen meal prepping! Feel free to reach out to me if you need any assistance or just want someone to talk to, I’d be happy to help!

Yichang Sun

Hi everyone! Welcome to Linstead Hall! I’m Yichang Sun (you can call me Nini – childhood nickname that now everyone calls me by) and I live on floor 1 (room 119) – the room that I lived in in my first year. I’m currently in my second year studying medical biosciences as an international student. I’m excited to welcome you to Linstead – your official new home away from home!  I am from China and lived there until I was 7, then I moved to Belgrade, Serbia (a small country home to some of the best athletes, i.e Novak Djokovic and Nikola Jokic). No, not Siberia! I don’t come with a snowplow or live with polar bears – I wish :). I have three younger siblings (two sisters and a brother) that I absolutely adore (I cried too much when I came to uni) and I enjoy playing football. I am a part of the Imperial Women’s Football Club (ICWFC) so if you’re interested in football, I can help you get involved and show you around. It’s an amazing way to make new friends and feel more connected to campus life.  As your Hall Senior, I’m here to assure you that I’m here to help you settle in, to hear you out, and to ensure that your transition to university life is as smooth as possible. I remember exactly how it felt to be in your shoes, my first time ever leaving my family and settling in all by myself – especially being so attached to my parents and my younger siblings, it was daunting and it is normal to feel afraid or alone, but I want to assure you that you have a whole support system behind you whenever you need it. Whether you need some advice on balancing studies and social life, or some assistance around campus and navigating, or simply need some company and a chat, I’m here for you.  I’m looking forward to getting to know all of you! Let’s make this a great year together. Don’t hesitate to ask if you need anything – we are all here to support you and help make Linstead feel like home. See you soon :)

Tomás Freitas

Hello! I am Tomás and I'm going to be one of your hall seniors this year! I live in M26 and I am here to help solve any problems you might encounter in halls. I am a 2nd year Aeronautical engineering student, born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal. I've been practicing Judo ever since I was a kid and some of my hobbies include going to the gym, watching movies, playing card or board games, going for an occasional walk in Hyde Park and spending Friday nights at the union!  Moving into halls can be scary at first, but my goal is to make that transition as smooth as possible and make sure you make the most out of your first year! I'm looking forward to meeting all of you!


The Hall Supervisors

Your Hall Supervisors are your first point of contact for any maintenance or housekeeping and for any day-to-day issues on weekdays between 08.00 - 18.00, and you can call them on 020 7594 1153 or 020 7594 5354. You can also find them in their office at the Gabor Hall entrance.

Duty calendar

This is the calendar for the warden duty rota. A warden is on duty and available on 07590250565 between 18:00 and 08:00 on weekdays, and during the weekend (18:00 Friday - 08:00 Monday).

Support

Your wardens are your first point of contact for any issues you have, to reach them you can call the duty phone (07590250565) between 18:00 and 08:00 on a weekday and all day during the weekend. You can also reach them via eHalls or email.

Between 08:00 and 18:00 during the week, you can go to the Hall Supervisors any issues regarding the hall. You can also call them on 45921 on a College landline.

Other useful contacts


  • Security: 4444 (internal)
  • Health Centre
    • 49375/6 (internal)
    • 020 759 49375/6 or 020 758 46301
    • imperialcollege.hc@nhs.net
  • Counselling service
    • 49637 (internal)
    • 020 759 49637
    • counselling@imperial.ac.uk
  • NHS advice: 111
  • Samaritans (21:00-18:00): 020 7734 2800
  • Nightline (18:00-20:00): 020 7631 0101

  • In case of emergency

    1. During normal office hours (08:00 to 18:00 Mon-Fri): please call the Hall Supervisor on 45921.
    2. During the evening (after 18:00) or weekends: please call the duty warden on 07590250565
    3. If you are unable to contact either, please call Security on 020 7595 1000 or 4444 (internal).

    Life in halls

    Events

    Throughout the year the team will be organising a variety of events for you. These events range from fancy dinners to going paintballing. These events are funded through the Hall Amenities fund which all residents contribute £2.50 to from their weekly rent (this is already included in your rent). Event information will be posted on our social media channels.

    eHalls

    All day-to-day administration is processed thorugh our online system, eHalls. On eHalls, you can report any defects to your room or communal spaces, fill out your room inventory, raise an issue with the team and much more. Be sure to make yourself familiar with the interface, and ask someone from the team if something is not clear!

    Report a problem

    If you ahve any issues that you would like to report and you could do it either through eHalls, as mentioned above, or you could go to the Student Hub, who will try your best to help you.

    Security & Emergency

    What do I have to do in case of fire alarm?

    When the fire alarm sounds you must vacate the building and assemble in Princes Gardens, on the grass, away from the front door of Linstead to allow fire marshals access the building. Students who do not vacate the hall will be fined.

    How secure is the hall?

    Only residents have a swipe card activated for entering the building. If you see someone whom you do not recognise entering the hall, please ask politely if he/she is a resident. However, if for any reason you are uncomfortable about doing this or suspect something amiss, please ring the duty warden. You are fully responsible for any guests you bring into the hall and they should not wander around unaccompanied. Please ask them to ring you at the door.

    Does the hall provide insurance cover for personal belongings?

    Imperial College arranges basic insurance cover for students living in its halls of residence. We should recommend that any students with particularly valuable items (computer equipment, bikes, etc) should make their own insurance arrangements.

    DO NOT KEEP LARGE QUANTITIES OF MONEY IN YOUR ROOM!

    What can I do in case of emergency?

    See our emergency numbers in the Contact Section below.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    So, you are at Linstead and you have a few questions. Not sure of what to do. Here are a few of the most commonly asked questions and their answers:

    Swipe Cards

    Can I lend my swipe card to someone else?

    It is very important that you do not lend your card to anyone else. Keep in mind that the card serves as both your college and student identity card as well as granting you access to college facilities such as the Library and the Sports Centre, your department and your room. Keep it with you at all times.

    What can I do if I lose my swipe card?

    If you lose your card, replacements can be obtained during the day from the security office in the Sherfield building; replacements will cost £10 each. If you loose your card and are unable to replace it, the security office in Weeks Hall, and the duty wardens will be able to help you get into your room.

    Note: all new ID cards have to be programmed by Gabor office in order for you to have access to your room. So please take your new ID card to Gabor office for reprogramming once issued with a new one!

    What can I do if the swipe card doesn’t work?

    If at any time you have problems with your swipe card please contact duty warden at duty hours or contact Gabor office out of duty hours.

    Kitchens and Bedrooms

    What do the kitchens come equipped with?

    Every kitchen is equipped with cookers, ovens, refrigerators and freezers. You will have your own lockable cupboard, the keys to which will be provided.

    Are the rooms and kitchens cleaned?

    Your rooms will be cleaned by the cleaning staff. Kitchens will be cleaned regularly.

    Will cleaners clean our dishes?

    The cleaners will not do your washing-up. Any dirty crockery or cutlery will be placed in the green bins located within each kitchen. The Hall Manager will dispose of anything still in the green bins after a week.

    What do the rooms come equipped with?

    A typical en-suite room will include the followings: a bed, study desk, chair, wardrobe, shelving, desk lamp and curtains. There is a bathroom in every room, but the kitchen is shared with other students.

    Can I put a poster up my wall?

    Do not attach any tape or Blue-Tac to your walls under any circumstance, marked walls will incur a charge.

    Is there an area where smoking is allowed?

    The college no-smoking policy is in effect and smoking is strictly forbidden in and in the vicinity of the hall.

    How can I report broken and damaged items?

    Any defects must be reported on eHalls. Here any small problems like a leaking sink/shower, broken desk or you require a new light bulb etc. should be reported. Imperial College Residences aim to respond to all non-emergency defects within 5 working days using a team of maintenance contractors who visit each hall on a weekly basis to deal with any non-urgent defects. Except in emergencies we will not enter your room without permission or prior arrangement. This permission will be given when you report the defect. When a contractor enters your room they will leave a ‘maintenance calling card’ which will inform you of the time of arrival/departure, description of the defect, whether the defect has been resolved or a return visit is required, and the name of the operative.

    Telephone, Internet, Post

    How can I connect to the internet?

    The network sockets in your room are active and can be used with your computer. You need to register your computer before you will have access to the network. You can register for the Student Halls Network service as follows:

    1. Connect your computer to the network socket in your room.
    2. Switch on the computer, and open a web browser.
    3. Browse to any page (e.g. http://www.imperial.ac.uk). You will be automatically redirected to the registration pages.

    You will need the following information to register:

    • Your College CID
    • A personal / College email address
    • A telephone contact number
    • Your Hall / Room no. Once registered, your Internet connection will be activated. If you require assistance or more information, dial 45500 from the telephone in your room.

    How fast is the internet?

    The internet connection in your room is part of the College network and so is very quick. It is more than sufficient for any work requirements you may have. Please do not use Bittorrent and similar programs. Even if you are downloading files legally, the enormous number of connections opened by Bittorrent software will overload the hall’s network server and cause connection errors to other internet users in the hall.

    Where can I collect my post?

    Your post will be found in the mailboxes in the foyer of the residence. Any packages or letters requiring a signature will be delivered to the security lodge in Weeks hall. Security officers will leave a note for you alerting of the presence of that letter or package.

    Laundry

    Where can I wash my clothes?

    The laundry is situated in the basement level and contains washing machines and tumble dryers. The machines are operated by Circuit Laundry and you will need to download their app to use them.

    Why do washing machines get broken?

    Please do not overload the machines. They are not designed to wash blankets, sleeping bags or training shoes. If you overload them, they break down and it can take several weeks before they are fixed.

    Entertainment

    What entertainment facilities are available in the hall?

    There is a common room in the hall with a PS4 (with Netflix!) and table football. In addition, we have a large social space which we share with Southside and Eastside.

    Is the hall organising any sport or social events?

    We have a football team who takes part in the inter-hall tournament. Please contact a senior if you would like to join it. We will also consider having other sports teams, like a basketball team, depending on the interest shown by the students. If you are interested in running, one of us will organise some runs in Hyde Park to stretch the legs. The hall organises events such as film nights, quizes, dinners, etc. The hall also runs activities outside hall such as trips to the cinema, paintballing, concerts and art galleries. There will be lots of events organised, especially during Freshers’ fortnight. The hall promotes these excursions by subsidising entry fees. Additionally, there are several formal events each year. Formal dress is encouraged for these events; these are the most significant events of the year, with the majority of the hall attending. They have food, prizegiving, music and dancing. If you have any suggestions for social events, please talk to the wardening team or join the hall committee.

    Where are the nearest cash points?

    The nearest cash point is located just outside Essentials shop, on the ground floor of Wilkinson Hall. It is accessible 24/7 with your college swipe card, and is free of charge.

    Where is the nearest Sports centre?

    One minute walk away from the hall you will find the new Ethos Sports centre with a gym and swimming pool which are free to use for Imperial College students. There is also a sports hall at the centre where you can play football, table tennis, basketball and badminton for a small fee.

    Where is the nearest Medical centre?

    You should register with the Imperial College Health Centre when you arrive, located beneath Southside, just two minutes from Linstead. Please note that international students are required to bring their passport upon registration. There is also a dentist available. The Health Centre is closed on Tuesday afternoons.

    Guests

    Guest Policy

    You are allowed to have friends round to stay but it is imperative that you register them on eHalls if anyone is staying overnight with you as for security reasons and fire regulations we must have an accurate list of those in the hall. You must register your guests by contacting a member of the wardening team.

    Please register your guests on eHalls if they are staying overnight. If you are in a double room, you must inform your roommate in advance as well.

    Please read section 9 of Linstead Rules and section 10 of Accommodation Contract Terms and Conditions for further information.

    Hall Rules

    For reference, here is a digital copy of the rules you agreed to when arriving at Linstead

    These rules complement and are additional to the University Ordinances that set out acceptable behaviour of students. Breach of these rules constitutes a breach of the Ordinances, and of your Accommodation Licence, and shall be dealt with through the College Disciplinary Procedures.

    Fire Safety
    • If the fire alarm goes off, you must leave the building immediately using the closest fire exit (follow the green fire exit signs). The lift is inoperable during a fire alarm.
    • Do not tamper with fire-fighting equipment, or attempt to disable your fire detector in any way – this is also a criminal offence
    • Do not prop open doors fire doors. This includes the door to your room.
    • Smoking is strictly forbidden in the Hall or immediately outside the Hall - the nearest place you can smoke is on the road outside the front of the Hall (not in the entrance way, or on the steps - smoke filters up into bedrooms on the front of the hall).
    • Turn off all hobs, ovens and lights when not in use
    • You must not attempt to open any fire exit other than in an emergency.
    • No cooking in rooms
    • No deep fat frying anywhere in the Hall
    • No naked flames anywhere in the Hall (including birthday candles)
    • No high current devices are allowed in bedrooms (e.g. kettles, heaters, freezers). Those used in kitchens must be PAT certified and permission must be sought from the hall supervisors
    • No fairy lights allowed in rooms or kitchens
    • Do not congregate in or block access to exit routes, e.g. corridors, lifts, stairwells and foyers
    • In addition to the guest specific rules below, residents must make their guests aware of fire evacuation procedures and have their overnight guests logged.
    Illegal Substances
    • It is a criminal offence to possess, or to permit the possession of any illegal drugs on any college premises. This includes cannabis.
    • The wardens and college staff are bound by law to act if they have reasonable suspicion that any illegal substances are present in the Hall.
    • Anyone suspected of taking or possessing drugs will have their property searched by security or the police.
    • Residents should be aware of recent bans on previously 'legal' highs in the UK are now in effect and these substances are no longer legal (and not allowed in Halls).
    Damage & Mess
    • You may not affix anything to any wall by any means, except onto the designated notice boards·
    • Items such as supermarket trolleys, traffic cones, and road signs are not allowed to be brought onto the premises
    • Do not throw anything out of the windows
    • Tampering with or removing window restrictors is strictly forbidden
    • Pets are strictly forbidden
    • Accidental damage to the Hall or its contents should be reported as soon as possible to a hall supervisor or warden
    • Damage that is intentional, or results from neglect or carelessness on the part of a resident or resident’s guest, may result in punishment - possibly including repair or replacement costs
    • Bicycles are not allowed in the building and must be stored in the bike storage area under Selkirk Hall. A hall supervisor will be able to give you access.
    Community
    • No excessive noise between 11pm and 8am (10pm and 8am during exam periods). Excessive is deemed to be noise that can be heard from outside the room it originates from.
    • Do not give your swipe card to anyone else
    • Respect your fellow residents; this includes dressing appropriately in common areas and cleaning up after yourselves (kitchens, communal spaces, rooms)
    • Personal property must not be left around the hall and should be locked away
    • Theft of food from fridges and freezers, and/or cooking equipment from the kitchens, is strictly forbidden and will not be tolerated
    • Strangers should not, under any circumstances, be allowed to enter the building. Challenge or report persons following you in as soon as possible.
    • You must follow all instructions given by a member of the wardening team when being asked to comply with the rules, or for your or others’ safety
    Guests
    • Guests are welcome (except during Freshers’ Fortnight), but you are responsible for their behaviour and must complete the overnight guest form on eHalls in advance
    • Guests cannot stay over for more than 3 days in any week
    • Residents in a twin room must seek their roommate’s permission before inviting guests
    • Guests are NOT allowed if you are quarantining or self-isolating for COVID-19 or another infectious disease.
    Lockouts
    • Prolific lockout call outs may result in a community service
    • During regular office hours (Mon-Fri, 08:00-18:00) the Eastside hall supervisors located on the ground floor of Gabor Hall will be available to let you in.
    • Outside of the hall supervisors office hours (i.e. Mon-Fri, 18:00-08:00), and at any time over the weekend (18:00 Fri - 08:00 Mon), a member of the security team will let you back into your room. Consult the posters around the hall for the current instructions on contacting a member of the Weeks Building Security team (02075 898720).
    • If all else fails, contact the Security Control Desk on 02075 948910 from your mobile or by using the intercom panel located at the front entrance of the hall.
    eHalls
    • The eHalls system in use by Linstead automates many of the Hall’s administrative tasks. As with any College ICT system, if you attempt to use the service for purposes other than intended (managing your information registered with the hall, completing administrative tasks and managing your event tickets), including but not limited to any attempt to tamper, hack, modify or otherwise use the website in any way that is likely to compromise or corrupt the security or functionality of the service provided by eHalls, you will be subject to College Disciplinary procedures.
    Disciplinary Procedures
    • Under the College Ordinances, Wardens have the ability to fine residents, impose community service and ban or limit access to areas for breach of these rules.
    • Serious offences will be raised to a Residences Tribunal or College Disciplinary panel which may result in removal from Halls or the University.

    Local information

    Travelling

    Where is the bicycle shed?

    You can store your bike at our Southside bike shed (swipe access via side gate next to Selkirk). You will need to get your swipe card activated at the hall office before you can access the shed. Alternatively, you can also use the college bike shed under the Faculty Building. Bringing your bicycle into the hall or your room is strictly forbidden.

    Are we allowed to park our cars at the hall?

    There is no parking space provided near the hall. We advise students not to bring a car, as parking permits in College are only issued to students in cases of disability. Parking on London streets is strictly controlled and very expensive.

    What is the easiest way to travel around London?

    The main two means of public transport in London are buses and the tube. Everyone travelling in London should get an Oyster card, which you can use both on the buses and on the tube. Travelling with Oyster is cheaper and you can get an Oyster card at every tube station. As a student you can also apply for a student Oyster card (you can get the form at the Registry in Sherfield building), which gives you discounts on weekly and monthly passes. To plan your journey you can use Transport for London’s Journey Planner which gives you detailed description of possible routes. For more information on travel in London visit http://www.tfl.gov.uk.

    Where is the nearest tube station?

    The nearest tube station is the South Kensington tube station, which is approximately 5 minutes walk from the halls.

    What are the local bus routes?

    From the bus stations around Imperial College you can catch buses 9, 10, 49, 70, 52 and 360. If you walk to the South Kensington station you can also catch buses 14, 74, 345, 414, 430 and C1. Night routes serving the area are N9, N10, N52, N74, N97, 14 and 345. For more information and maps visit https://tfl.gov.uk/maps/bus.

    Supermarkets

    Essentials is your closest supermarket, it is conveniently less than a minute away on the northern side of the Eastside buildings. If you are in need of more variety, you can find a Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer on Brompton Road and a Tesco Express on Gloucester Road, all only 10 minutes away. There is also a large Sainsbury's store on Cromwell Road which is about 20 minutes away by foot. A full list including a few others:

    • Sainsbury’s, 112/114 Brompton Road
    • Sainsbury’s, 158A Cromwell Road
    • Waitrose, 128 Gloucester Road
    • Tesco, 295/301 Brompton Road
    • Tesco, 50/52 Old Brompton Road
    • Tesco, 87/93 Gloucester Road

    Banks

    The nearest bank is a Santander branch on the pathway between Sherfield building and the Electrical Engineering building. Alternatively, there is a Barclays on the intersection between Gloucester Road and Cromwell Road, which is only a 15 minute walk away.

    Restaurants and cafes

    There are a multitude of great restaurants and cafes in the area. You can either walk down Brompton Road on the east side and head or head south towards South Kensington Station.

    Cinemas

    The closes cinema in the area is the Fulham Road Cineworld, which is about 20-30 minutes walk away. Sometimes the Science Museum will have screenings of highly anticipated science fiction movies on their IMAX screens. Alternatively, you could go to the Imperial Cinema in Beit which have viewings twice a week of recent movies.

    Accessibility

    eHalls is created to be accessible to everyone who wants and needs to use it. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to:

    • Navigate through necessary pages aided by a responsive design
    • Skip to main content links via intuitive navigation bar
    • Clearly read text via favourable colour contrasting
    • Read alternative captions for the very few images on the website

    What to do when content is not accessible

    We work to achieve and maintain WCAG 2.1 AA standards, but it is not always possible for all our content to be accessible.

    Where content is not accessible, we will state a reason, warn users and offer alternatives. However, in the circumstance where you wish to make a request regarding accessibility, please email us at linstead.wardens@gmail.com where you will receive a response within 48 hours.

    Technical information about this website's accessibility

    Imperial College London is committed to making its website accessible in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

    This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the known issues listed below.

    Non compliance with the accessibility regulations

    We are currently in the process of checking and testing our website for compliance with the accessibility regulations. We are currently not aware of any non-compliance.

    Reporting accessibility issues

    If you need information on this website in a different format like accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille or if you find any accessibility issues not listed on this page then please contact Imperial’s Web Accessibility team in ICT. Please email us at linstead.wardens@gmail.com where you will receive a response within 48 hours.

    Enforcement procedure

    The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 (the 'accessibility regulation'). If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).

    Last updated

    This statement was prepared on 6th July 2020. It was last updated on 6th July 2020. The web site was last updated on 27th September 2024.