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Royal Cornwall Hospital (RCH) – Pendeen & Penlee House
Limited on-site accommodation is provided in Pendeen House (TR1 3UD) and Penlee House (TR1 3UT), located on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site in Truro.
- 70 standard single rooms, arranged in mixed sex flats of 3 or 4 bedrooms with a shared kitchenette, dining room, lounge, bathroom and toilet, at a cost of £20 per night for RCHT Employees and £25 per night for all Agency Personnel.
- This is short-term accommodation only, with routine agreements of up to 3 months available. The maximum length of stay at Penlee and Pendeen House is 6 months.
- A typical room consists of a bed complete with bed linen and towel, wardrobe, lamp, desk and chair
- All flats are equipped with a communal iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner. The kitchenette is basic and has a cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery
- Residents are advised to bring a spare set of bed linen/towels as only one set is provided.
- There is no lift access to the upper floors of the building. If you have any special requirements, please ensure that you advise us at the time of booking, and we will accommodate your request if possible.
Plymouth University Residences
Plymouth University Residences accommodation which is located on the Royal Cornwall Hospital Site, a short walk from the hospital’s main buildings. Several rooms are available for RCHT employees:
Standard rooms
- 4-bedroom flats
- Fully furnished bedrooms (including double bed, wardrobe, study desk, bookshelf, desk chair and soft seating).
- Shared bathroom facilities (2 Shower rooms and toilets per flat).
- Fully furnished communal kitchen/living area (including oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave oven, toaster, kettle, iron, ironing board, vacuum cleaner, table, chairs and sofa).
- For a six-month, non-negotiable licence, short-term licence £177.00 per week which could be extended further.
- Rates applicable for period from 01 August 2025 – 31 July 2026
Ensuite room
- 4-bedroom flats
- Fully furnished bedrooms (including double bed, wardrobe, study desk, bookshelf, desk chair and soft seating).
- En-suite bathroom facilities.
- Fully furnished communal kitchen/living area (including oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave oven, toaster, kettle, iron, ironing board, vacuum cleaner, table, chairs and sofa).
- For a six-month, non-negotiable licence, short-term licence £218.00 per week which could be extended further..
- Rates applicable for period from 01 August 2025 – 31 July 2026.
All nominations for these rooms are managed by Kernow Accommodation Hub, please do not contact Plymouth University Residence directly.
For general queries please contact Kernow Accommodation Hub:
We are in Knowledge Spa and our office is open between the hours of 08:00-16:00, Monday to Friday, contact 01872 255 169 or email rch-tr.accommodation@nhs.net
West Cornwall Hospital (WCH)
Limited on-site accommodation is provided at West Cornwall Hospital (TR18 2PF).
- 23 single rooms in mixed sex accommodation floors, sharing with up to 15 people in level A and 8 people in level B both with a shared kitchenette, laundry, dining room, lounge, bathroom and toilet at a cost of £20.00 per night for RCHT Employees/Students on Short Term Placements and £25.00 per night for all Agency personnel.
- This is short-term accommodation only, with routine agreements of up to 3 months available. The maximum length of stay at WCH is 6 months.
- A typical room consists of a bed complete with bed linen and towel, wardrobe, lamp, desk and chair.
- All flats are equipped with a communal iron, ironing board and vacuum cleaner. The kitchenette is basic and has a cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery.
- There is no lift access to the upper floors of the building. If you have any special requirements, please ensure that you advise us at the time of booking, and we will try to accommodate your request if possible.
For general queries, Kernow Accommodation Hub office is open 08:00-16:00, Monday to Friday, contact 01872 255 169 or email rch-tr.accommodation@nhs.net.
Application Form
If you would like to be considered for accommodation, please complete the application form in the link below:
Are there other initiatives in place to support staff in finding accommodation?
Yes, the trust has developed a dedicated accommodation department in partnership with Cornwall foundation Trust known as Kernow Accommodation Hub who support the staff of both trusts in finding accommodation. Kernow Accommodation Hub is managing a dedicated staff accommodation Facebook page to enhance your accommodation search. If you are employed, or in the process of being employed by either Trust, you can use the Kernow accommodation Hub’s service and request to join their Facebook page by accessing the following link:
Kernow Accommodation Finder | Facebook
You must answer all the questions (some have 2 parts) in order to be accepted onto the group. There may be a slight delay in accepting you if the team are required to seek confirmation from a recruiting manager of your impending employment with the Trust.
If you are a member of the public or a letting agent and would like to advertise your property located anywhere in Cornwall to NHS staff in this private group; please complete the form in the link below:
Housing Association Homes in Cornwall
Housing Associations in Cornwall provide a range of housing opportunities including affordable homes for rent and shared ownership homes. Find out more about these housing options.
Useful documents
If you would like to receive a copy of the documents listed below, please contact the Accommodation Team.
- NHS Step-by-Step Rental Guide
- NHS Recruitment Local Area Guide – Truro
- NHS Recruitment Local Area Guide – Hayle
- NHS Recruitment Local Area Guide – Penzance
Page last reviewed: 16 September 2025