🚲 A safer way to keep your bike safe in halls

Do you have a high-value bike? Worried about leaving it on the outside bike shed? Store it in our brand new lockable bike shed!

This year, we are offering the opportunity to store your bike in our brand new lockable bike shed in Christina Miller. BUT space is limited so book your space soon! 

🛡️ Key Features

• Lockable Shed: Combination padlock access (code updated regularly).
• Access Controlled: Only registered residents approved by ResLife and partners.
• CCTV Surveillance: Storage area is monitored for added safety.
• Limited Availability: Spaces are limited for effective management.

📋 How to Apply

• Who can apply? Current residents of HWU halls only.
• Allocation: 25% reserved for pre-arrival applications, and 75% is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Where to apply: Apply via Reslife

⚠️ Terms & Conditions

Residents using the lockable bike shed must agree to the following:

✅ General Use

• One bike per resident is permitted in the bike shed.

• Bike details (brand, colour, frame number, etc.) will be recorded in the ResLife system to identify ownership.

• A photo of your bike may be taken during registration for identification and security purposes.

• Bikes must be secured with an appropriate personal lock (e.g., D-lock or heavy-duty chain). ResLife is not responsible for theft due to inadequate locking.

🚫 Rules of Conduct

• No sharing of padlock codes or allocated spaces.
• Residents must not allow others to store bikes under their name or access.
• Random spot checks will be conducted to ensure compliance.

🔖 Security Measures

• All bikes must be tagged by the University Safeguarding Team as part of registration.
• The storage area is under CCTV surveillance to deter theft and ensure proper use.
• Photos may be used by ResLife for verification and lost bike claims, in accordance with the university’s data protection policy.

📜 Liability & Waiver

• While the facility is secure and monitored, students are advised to take precautions, such as using a personal lock inside the shed.
  
• University is not liable for any damage or loss of items stored in the CM lockable bike shed

💰 Insurance Requirements

• Bikes valued at over £1,000 must be individually insured by the resident.
• We recommend all users confirm their insurance coverage through personal or student policies

Have Questions? Reach out to the ResLife team or your Hall Coordinator for more details.