Residential Services
Housing Services will close on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and re-open on Monday 05 January 2026.
The Residential Life team have organised a variety of fully staffed, in person events after the end of term and throughout the festive period. For more information about what is on offer, visit the Residential Life events page.
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Wednesday 17 December 2025
End of Term Celebration
QM Social
3-5pm
The end of term is here and it’s time to celebrate! We’ve got a vision board station, games and laid-back fun as we look towards the New Year and everything, we hope it will bring.
Wednesday 24 December – Wednesday 31 December 2025
A Week of Treats
- Residences Reception
- Aspire Point Reception
- Sherren House Reception
- Blithehale Court Reception
It’s the season of giving, and at ResLife the giving never ends! That’s why we’re handing out a week’s worth of delicious treats completely free.
Simply go to your building’s reception between 9am – 5pm (or the Residences Reception on the Mile End Campus!) to collect your daily treat, from the 24th till the 31st.
While stock lasts!
Further details about this event are available on the events page of the Residential Life events page.
Sunday 28 December 2025
Ice Skating
Meet at Residences Reception, 1:30pm
“If you’re skating on thin ice, you might as well dance.”
— Anita Shreve
Nothing captures winter magic like gliding around an ice rink, so why not spend your Sunday becoming your most graceful self? Whether you’re Bolero-ready or just starting out, grab a free ticket courtesy of ResLife on this chill ice-skating trip!
Find out more on how to get your ticket on the Residential Life website.
Monday 29 December 2025
Genesis Ticket Giveaway
Sherren House (Reception) – 3-4pm
Blithehale Court (Common Area) – 4:30-5:30pm
Floyer House (Foyer) - 6-7pm
Mile End (Residences Reception) – 5-6pm
Aspire Point (Reception) – 6:30-7:30pm
Dawson Hall (Foyer) - 5-6pm
Lights, camera, action! Grab your free ticket, which you have a whole week to redeem!
Check out the Residential Life website for full details.
Tuesday 30 December
Crafternoon
Sherren House Reception, 12-1pm
Blithehale Court Reception, 1:30-2:30pm
Aspire Point Reception, 3:30-4:30pm
Wind down 2025 with some art, craft and relaxation. Our RAs will be in your halls with free craft kits for you to enjoy, whether you're looking for a sweet activity to enjoy with friends or prefer to unwind solo! Don't forget to bring your Rewards Card to claim.
International Students House host a special Christmas Day event to provide a welcoming community for students who are away from home. It includes drinks and canapés on arrival, a three-course lunch followed by the King's Christmas message and a Christmas film marathon. Buy your ticket - the deadline for booking is Monday 15 December 2025.
There is no public transport on Christmas Day, but we are pleased to confirm that Queen Mary will arrange a return taxi to and from the Mile End Campus for those who have bought a ticket and request a place by Tuesday 16 December. More details to follow.
International students, enjoy a traditional British celebration with kind and welcoming hosts, delicious food, fun and games. Apply for your Christmas or New Year break on www.hostuk.org.