Welcome to The Old Fire Station
Find out more about your new home and what you need to know ahead of check-in day.
Reception opening times: Monday to Friday from 10am - 6pm
Your new home
The Old Fire Station, 256-262 King Street, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB24 5BU
Perfectly placed for the University of Aberdeen and North East Scotland College, the Old Fire Station is minutes from Aberdeen city centre. Studying at Rober ...
Information for check-in day
Where do I collect my key?
You will be met at reception where you will receive your key card on arrival. You can use this to access your room and communal areas.
Where can I ...
Find out more about The Old Fire Station
Common room
The Old Fire Station has a big, bright common room with widescreen TVs, pool table, table football, projectors, sofas for chilling out and a study area located next to the reception area.
Study space
There is study space available to use 24/7. Our study space is located next to the common area.
Laundry facilities
The laundry room is located by reception. Machines are operated through the MyUnite app.
Outside space
We have a small outside space with a picnic table.
Parking
Parking is available at The Old Fire Station. You can book a space with the team at reception at the time of booking or after you arrive. Parking is paid termly at £15 per week and spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Bike storage
Bike storage is available at The Old Fire Station. It is located down the steps outside reception towards the basement. If you are planning on bringing your bike, please remember to bring your own bike lock.
Recycling
General waste, food waste and mixed recycling can all be disposed of in The Old Fire Station bin store located near the car park. There are also British Heart Foundation and food bank donation points in the common room.
Fire test time and meeting point
Fire alarms are fitted throughout the property. Your fire alarm test day is Monday between 11 - 11.30am. Your fire assembly point is located next to the bin area across the car park.
Bike storage
Common area
Laundry
Vending machine
Car parking on site (extra charge)
Heating
Water
Gas
Wi-Fi (communal areas)
Recycling
CCTV
24/7 assistance
Onsite service team
Fire system
Contents insurance
MyUnite app
Outdoor social space
Communal study space
11. Parking at other properties (extra charge)
Secure access
Maintenance support
Printing
Wi-Fi (in your flat)
Electric