Central London location

Our two halls of residence are located in a quiet and leafy garden square in the centre of London’s university district in Bloomsbury.

Postgraduate accommodation with a private garden

Nestled in one of London’s loveliest and most prestigious locations in the centre of London’s university district, Goodenough College is just moments away from many of the city’s top universities and colleges and a wide range of cafés, restaurants and entertainments.

Our impressive, light and airy halls of residence – London House and William Goodenough House – are located on opposite sides of Mecklenburgh Square Gardens, an area steeped in history and famous for it’s original Georgian architecture.

Goodenough Members get access to the private Mecklenburgh Square garden. These two-acres of beautiful, landscaped gardens contain a tennis court, four permanent BBQ pits and a secure children’s play area. The garden is an ideal place for outdoor study or relaxing with friends.

Close to universities

Goodenough College is a short walk, bus or tube ride away from London's top universities, colleges and institutes.

Within walking distance to major transport links

Goodenough College is close to London’s major international transport links:
12-minute walk to King’s Cross St Pancras station, including the Eurostar which connects the UK to mainland Europe
7-minute walk to Russell Square station that links directly to Heathrow Airport
15-minute walk to Chancery Lane station
20-minute walk to Farringdon Elizabeth line

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Attractions in and around Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury is home to some of the capital’s most famous landmarks, as well as a range of academic institutions, restaurants, cafes and entertainments.

The British Library, one of the world’s finest and largest libraries, and The British Museum – a popular tourist destination for students from across the globe – are within easy walking distance.

Bloomsbury is one of London’s greenest areas. Besides Mecklenburgh Square Gardens, the College is a few minutes away from Coram’s Fields, a seven-acre playground and park for children and young people. It includes a Youth Centre, Children’s Centre, Community Nursery, Sports Programme, city farm and a café.

Just a 30-minute walk from Bloomsbury, you’ll find the West End – home to many of London’s theatres, showing world-class plays, musicals, comedies, and dance shows. Round the corner from the West End is Chinatown, famous for authentic Chinese cuisine and markets. To experience London’s nightlife Soho is in easy reach (with the iconic Carnaby Street and Ronnie Scott’s jazz club), as is trendy Shoreditch, known for its fashionable bars, and alternative atmosphere. Even closer to home, near King’s Cross station, is Coal Drop’s Yard, London’s newest boutique shopping and foodie hotspot.