Here at Escape Campus, we understand that university life as Lancaster students can get hectic. Between lectures, assignments, part-time jobs and social plans, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. That is why taking time out, even for something as simple … Read More
Spring Cleaning Tips for Lancaster Students!
The nights are getting lighter and hopefully the rain is starting to ease as we move closer to spring in Lancaster. Whether you are preparing for exams, spending time with friends, or simply trying to get your Lancaster student home … Read More
Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness: A Guide for Lancaster Students!
University life can get busy fast. Between deadlines, exams, part-time jobs and trying to maintain a social life, it is easy to get caught up in the rush. Random Acts of Kindness Day is a great reminder to slow things … Read More
Budgeting Tips for Lancaster Students After the Christmas Break!
The Christmas break is always a welcome reset, but January can be a bit of a shock to the system. Between festive spending, travel costs and social plans, many Lancaster students find themselves feeling the pinch once uni life starts … Read More
Dealing with Being Homesick at University: Tips for Lancaster Students!
Moving away from home for university is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel daunting. For many students, homesickness can come as a surprise, especially during the first few months and throughout the winter. If you’re studying in Lancaster … Read More
How To Stay Motivated During Winter Term!
As winter settles in, the dark days and cold weather can make it harder to stay on top of everything. Between uni deadlines, busy social plans and the temptation to stay wrapped up in bed, your motivation can dip fast. … Read More
How to Survive (and enjoy) Lancaster’s weather!
If you’re not from Lancaster or the North, it might take some time to adjust to our lovely weather. Yes, Lancaster is known for being rainy, blustery and unpredictable, but that doesn’t take away from how great this city is. … Read More
What to Look for in Off-Campus Student Housing: A guide for Lancaster Students!
Moving off-campus and into Lancaster city centre can feel like a big step, but it’s also an exciting one. Whether you’re going into your second year, third year or completing a master’s, finding the right student home can make your … Read More
Visit Morecambe: A Seaside Gem for Lancaster Students!
Whilst the weather is still lovely, why not take a well-deserved break from revising for your exams and head down to Morecambe? It’s a famous and well-loved seaside town, and one of the most underrated spots in the North West. … Read More
Easy Meal Ideas for Exam Season!
We know that with exam season just around the corner, it can be a pretty stressful time for all of our Lancaster students! When you’re in the midst of completing your exams and revising morning, noon and night, we appreciate … Read More
Look after the planet this Earth Day!
Earth Day this year falls on April 22nd, and the theme is ‘our power, our planet’. Earth Day promotes becoming climate aware and protecting your planet and has been celebrated every year for over 50 years. Every single person can … Read More
Learning Important Life Skills!
By now, most of you will be living in off-campus student accommodation in Lancaster centre, meaning you’re already independently taking care of yourselves. However, when a lot of students move out of their family homes, or student halls, they find … Read More
Creating a good sleep schedule at Uni!
As Lancaster students, making sure you have a good sleep schedule is key to succeeding, not just with your academics but also in life. Lack of sleep can have a huge impact on your mental and physical well-being. We know … Read More
Making time for exercise as a busy student!
As Lancaster students, especially those of you in your third year, life can get busy very quickly. Between keeping up with university work, socialising, self-care, and perhaps juggling part-time jobs, it’s easy to let exercise fall to the bottom of … Read More
Getting to know your new housemates!
We know that a lot of our Lancaster students have probably moved into their new student home with a group of their closest friends. However, some of you may be living with strangers, friends of friends or just some people … Read More
A Students guide on where to live in Lancaster!
We know that Lancaster may not be the biggest city, but considering it is home to two Universities, there are definitely parts of central Lancaster that are seen as ‘student areas’. When you’re moving into off-campus student accommodation, picking which … Read More
Go for a Picnic in Lancaster
June 18th is International Picnic Day, and luckily for all our Lancaster students, there are so many spots in and around the city centre that are perfect for just such an occasion! As the weather improves, heading out with your … Read More
Best walks in Lancaster!
The weather is starting to improve, and we are finally starting to see a little more sun, which gives you the perfect excuse to get out of your student home, and out into the fresh air! And Lancaster has some … Read More
The Best Spots in Lancaster to Study and Revise
For all our University Students, we know that it’s essential for you to find a space that helps you study for both exams and assignments. Now you’re living in off-campus student accommodation closer to Lancaster city centre, you may not … Read More
Celebrating Hot Chocolate Day in Lancaster
National hot chocolate day falls on the 31st of January this year and whilst it may not be the most well-known event, it’s certainly not one to miss out on! If you’re a hot chocolate lover and love to warm … Read More
Preparing for the Winter Break
As the first academic term of university is coming to an end and Christmas is getting closer, plenty of Lancaster students will either be starting to head back home for the winter break or will be staying here in Lancaster … Read More
Cooking Christmas dinner for your house!
The thought of cooking a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings can sometimes be an intimidating experience. But celebrating the festive period with your housemates doesn’t have to be stressful or break the bank. Whether you’re leaving Lancaster and heading … Read More
Getting Settled into your Student Accommodation
Moving out of halls and into your first off-campus student house can be daunting for a lot of students, but it can also give you the freedom a lot of young adults are looking for! We know that some of … Read More
Choosing the Right People to Live With
When moving into off-campus accommodation in Lancaster, you finally get to choose who you live with. Whilst this can be an exciting time for many, it is vital that you pick the right people to live with to ensure a … Read More
Moving out of your Student Accommodation
As we near the end of the academic year, one thing is bound to be on every student’s mind- The summer holidays! At Escape Campus, we want to make sure that your final moments in your Lancaster student accommodation are … Read More
Places to visit in Lancaster before you head home!
By this time of the year, you should be finishing up your exams and thinking about getting ready to leave Lancaster and head home! And whilst some of you may be back for the next academic year, our final-year students … Read More
Managing Exam Season
By this point in the year, most university students will either be starting or in the middle of their exams. That can mean non-stop exam prep, revision, and studying! At Escape Campus, we’ve put together some tips and tricks on … Read More
Tips for tidying and decluttering your Lancaster student accommodation
The time for ‘new year, new me’ has passed, but one of your new year’s resolutions may be to keep your spaces clean and clutter-free. We understand that, as students, your bedrooms are your sanctuary and with the arrival of … Read More
Living Away from Home
If you have never lived away from home, it can be a daunting time moving into student accommodation in Lancaster on your own – often with complete strangers! You have probably spent your life up until now, not worrying about … Read More