Meet your iQ team
Our team is here to help you with everything from getting into your room to getting involved with socials. When we’ve gone home, our security team will be on hand to welcome you to yours.
Welcome to iQ Castings, Aspley House & Little Aspley House
Getting settled at iQ Castings, Aspley House, and Little Aspley House
How to get here
Aspley House, 24 Firth Street, Huddersfield. HD1 3BX
Little Aspley House, 88 Firth St, Aspley, Huddersfield HD1 3BN
It's a 15-minute walk from Huddersfield Station to Little Aspley and 20-minutes to Aspley House. If you're coming via the uni, it's a 2-minute walk to The University of Huddersfield.
Castings, King's Bridge Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3DG
It's a 20-minute walk from Huddersfield Station. If you're coming via the uni, it's a 4-minute walk to The University of Huddersfield.
How to contact your iQ team
Castings Telephone Number: 01484 271 510
Castings Email: castings@iqstudentaccommodation.com
Aspley House Telephone number: 0203 595 3247
Aspley House Email: aspleyhouse@iqstudentaccommodation.com
Little Aspley House Telephone number: 0203 595 3247
Little Aspley House Email: littleaspleyhouse@iqstudentaccommodation.com
Daily living essentials
How to use your room & kitchen appliances
Not sure how to use some of the appliances in your room or kitchen? Check out our how to guides:
Wifi
We know it's important you stay connected. Find out how to connect to your free wifi here.
iQ app
Find everything you need on the iQ app. Connect with your new neighbours before you move in, keep an eye out for building updates and events and get notified when you've got a parcel waiting for you at reception. You can also use the app to book social and study spaces, as well as handy resources like vacuum cleaners, gaming equipment and more.
Fire safety
Your safety is our top priority. Get to know your building's fire alarm tests and meeting points below, and check out our resident handbook and the posters onsite.
- Castings - outside carpark gate on commercial street
- Aspley - outside carpark gate on commercial street
- Little Aspley - across Firth Street on the pavement
- The fire alarm is tested every Wednesday between 2pm & 4pm across all 3 sites
Recycling
We care about the planet and we know residents do to. That’s why we’re proud to use 100% renewable electricity in all our buildings and as part of Think Green, iQ’s sustainable mission to do even more, you can help by recycling your waste the proper way at iQ.
Find out more about recycling here.
Maintenance, cleaning & safety
You deserve a space that works for you. For any maintenance issues, you can reach our onsite maintenance team through the iQ app. Just head to the ‘Fix it’ feature in the ‘Help’ section.
- Our maintenance team will do their best to solve reported issues as soon as possible.
- The Housekeeping team are on site Monday to Friday to keep your social areas clean.
Security is 24/7, with your iQ team available on weekdays and security on site for evenings and weekends.
Laundry
Download AppWash to check which machines are available, reserve a machine and pay for your laundry directly through the app. This is the quickest way to manage your washing and drying in the laundry room.
Bike store
Secure bike storage is available to residents – you might need to ask Reception to grant access to the bike store on your fob or pass.
Contents insurance
Your contents are protected with Howdens insurance. You'll need to register with Howdens here.
Find the full insurance policy here, under 'Living at iQ'.
Resident handbook
You can find most answers to your questions about life at iQ in our resident handbook.
Your health & wellbeing
Your health and wellbeing is important to us and we want to make sure you know what's nearby. Here's a list of your local GP, dentist and pharmacy services.
Pharmacy
Dentist
GP / Doctor's Surgery
iQ Feel Good gives you the right support on hand, whenever you need it, whether that’s guidance or social support from our iQ teams or services from our partners at Shout UK and Student Minds.
Our top picks around Huddersfield
We've pulled together a list of things for you to see and do in Huddersfield. Look out for the red heart for your iQ team’s top recommendations ❤️
Food & shopping
Find your nearest food shops, supermarkets and convenience stores that will help you feel at home. If you think we've missed a hidden gem, be sure to let us know.
Your local shops
- 👉Dorm Express - Convenience store
- 👉Lidl - Local supermarket
- 👉Iceland - Frozen foods
- 👉Asda - Grocery store
- 👉24 Hours Aspley Shop - Convenience store
Local things to do
We want you to feel like a local and make the most of your new city. Here's a list of our favourite hotspots, just a short trip from your new home.
Entertainment and places to see
- 👉Odeon Huddersfield
- 👉Kingsgate Shoping Centre
- 👉Parish ❤️
- 👉KAL Huddersfield Leisure Centre
- 👉LazerZone
- 👉Stuck in the Riddle Escape Room
- 👉Greenhead Park ❤️
- 👉Lawrence Batley Theatre
- 👉The Light Entertainment Centre
Food and drink
Be part of a community with iQ Clubs
iQ BookClub
Enter giveaways each month to win 1 of 100 free books.
iQ GamersClub
Get competitive, link up on Discord and bag giveaway goodies.
iQ SupperClub
Find recipe inspo, join events and try your hand at winning a meal kit.
iQ BirthdayClub
Join for the chance to have a free cake delivered to help you celebrate your birthday.
Tips on life in the UK
If you’re an international student, we’ve written a blog to help with your exciting move to the UK.
iQ Chinese Student Social Club
Connect with thousands of Chinese students for events and a dedicated WeChat group.
iQ exclusives
Make the most of our partner offers and grab more for less.
"The staff are super welcoming and helpful to any and all problems"
- Amber, iQ Castings resident
Stay organised at uni
Our wall planner can help you stay on top of things while at uni, with key dates and holidays mapped out for you.
What’s included at Castings, Aspley House & Little Aspley House
- 👉Bills
- 👉Free, superfast wifi
- 👉24/7 security and CCTV
- 👉Laundry facilities
- 👉Social spaces
- 👉Games room
- 👉Cinema Room
- 👉Gym
