Open House
Saturday 16 August 2025 I 10am-2pm I West Park Teaching Hub
Visit us to discover what it’s like to live and study at Loughborough University.
Join us on campus to explore our award-winning student experience, world-class teaching and research, and strong industry connections that set us apart.
Please note, this event is for those joining us in 2025 only. If you are hoping to join us in 2026 we would love to see you at one of our upcoming open days.
What can I look forward to?
Academic and Support Services exhibition
Throughout the event you can visit our academic exhibition to meet staff from your chosen department and learn more about studying here at the University. You’ll also be able to speak to staff from our award-winning student support services and chat to the Students’ Union about getting involved in the amazing opportunities they have to offer. Student Ambassadors will also be on hand to talk to about what it’s like to be student here!
Welcome to Loughborough presentation
From our first-class teaching and support services to our award-winning student experience and outstanding graduate employability, this is a chance to find out what makes Loughborough so special.
Accommodation presentation
Find out more about your accommodation options at Loughborough University and what you need to do next. Staff from the Student Accommodation Centre will also be on hand throughout the event in the main exhibition area to answer any questions you might have.
Campus tours
Don’t forget to join us for a campus tour, leaving from the James France Building every 30 minutes between 11:00 and 13:00. Our student ambassadors will introduce you to our wonderful campus and show you around some of our world-class sports facilities (tours last approximately 60 minutes).
Making the most of your day
Getting to Loughborough
By car
If you are travelling via car, the best postcode to use to get to campus is LE11 3QF which will take you to our West Entrance. From there, you will be directed to park in Car Park 1, which is just a short walk away from the West Park Teaching Hub. Look out for our ‘Team Loughborough’ ambassador to help you find your way.
By train
If you are travelling to us by train, you can jump on the Kinchbus Sprint Service (look out for the iconic blue and yellow buses!) which will take you from the train station to directly outside the West Park Teaching Hub. During University holidays, the bus runs approximately every 20 minutes. There are also local taxi services available outside the train station.
Once you arrive on our campus, head for the West Park Teaching Hub.
Bus/coach
Coach and bus services to and from other parts of Leicestershire and the UK have stops in Loughborough town centre and outside campus.
You can travel by National Express, Megabus or regional bus services to and from Loughborough.
Regular services operate between Loughborough and other main line towns, including daily trains to and from London St Pancras International in as little as 1 hour 16 minutes.
You may be able to buy a combined train and bus ticket which incorporates the bus journey to and from the railway station. Just select Loughborough University Bus (XLO) when booking on websites such as The Trainline and East Midlands Railway.
Taxis are also usually available at the station.
East Midlands Airport is only 7 miles away and offers both domestic and international flights.
Skylink offers fast 24-hour bus travel to and from East Midlands Airport.
Taxis are also usually available at the airport.
Parking on campus
Parking is free of charge for the Open House event. However, you must register your car with us. You can register your vehicle before your visit or register once you arrive – please speak to an ambassador or an events staff member to help you. To redeem your free parking, use the code OPEN16.
Getting around campus
The best way to explore our stunning campus is on foot. There will also be a free bus service running throughout the day which can hop on and off as often as you need to. All the buses have a drop-floor and are accessible.