June 18th 2019
Everyone gets lonely, but we don’t always feel comfortable to admit or talk about it. Humans are social by nature, so it’s understandable that even the most introverted person needs company now and then. This week, it’s Loneliness Awareness Week, a campaign started by Marmalade Trust in 2017 to raise awareness of loneliness amongst people in the UK. And because LHA is a home away from home for many residents
June 6th 2019
In honour of Volunteers’ Week, a national celebration of the fantastic work of volunteers across the country, we thought we would take the opportunity to say thank you to our own volunteers here at LHA. With our Volunteer Program, we give young people in London the chance to live and eat with us free of charge, in exchange for as little as 20 hours of work a week. Our volunteers’
May 20th 2019
Outdoor cinema in London has become increasingly popular over the years. With summer 2019 just around the corner, everyone in London is gearing up for another season of outdoor film screenings. We don’t want you missing out on the best outdoor cinema in London, so here are some venues you NEED to visit in the city this summer… Southbank Centre This summer at Southbank Centre (only a 15 minute walk
May 13th 2019
Room sharing can be an interesting experience, especially if you aren’t used to it. But sharing a room doesn’t need to be awkward, and here at LHA London, a lot of roommates end up being friends for life! But even when living with friends, conflict can still happen sometimes. Check out our top 5 tips on how to have a smooth room share experience during your stay in London. Set
April 29th 2019
Interning is a great way to gain work experience and get a foot in the door in the industry you want a career in. And London in particular has been attributed as the best city in the world for work, beating other popular cities such as New York, Berlin and Barcelona. But when it comes to interning in London, knowing where to start can be difficult. Where do you look
April 5th 2019
Want to move to London but don’t know where to start? Maybe you don’t know where to live, where has the best amenities or where is safest? Or perhaps you’re just worried about finding cheap accommodation in London? Moving to a new place can be daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Here at LHA, we are all about providing students and young professionals affordable accommodation in London so that
March 15th 2019
There are many benefits to living at home: you don’t have to cook, worry about London rent prices or do your own laundry. Even if you do contribute to bills and food, your living costs are dramatically reduced, which means you can save a good chunk of your salary each month. Not to mention that your mum can no longer complain about why you don’t call her more often; you’re
December 31st 2018
New year, new you? No, we’re just kidding! But the start of a new year is a great time to make some positive changes to your life. So, with a renewed mindset on January 1st, most people set themselves some new year’s resolutions. It’s important to ensure these changes fit in with your current lifestyle and are achievable, otherwise sticking to them will be difficult! Here’s a few we think
November 26th 2018
Christmas is fast approaching, and if you want to get into the Christmas spirit (why wouldn’t you?!) then there are plenty of things in London to help you. London is buzzing with festive fun at this time of year, from Christmas lights to ice skating, to cinematic experiences and quaint markets. So, make the most of the lead up to Christmas and tick off some of these must see and
October 22nd 2018
If you want some top tips on things to see and do around London, then our Hostel Managers are the ones to ask. So, we’ve done the hard work for you, and compiled all their favourite spots and top tips into one handy guide. Read on to find out their personal recommendations, all conveniently located near our 13 Central London properties. 1) Queensway and Westbourne Grove – Leinster House Take