Campus updates

This winter, the University will close from 5pm on Tuesday 23 December 2025 and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2025. In addition: 

• Library services will also close during this period. For information on opening hours, check the Library webpage: https://libguides.londonmet.ac.uk/using-the-library/opening-hours  

• Cafes will close on 19 December. The Rocket will reopen on 5 January, other outlets will reopen on 26 January. For more information check the Met Food webpage: https://student.londonmet.ac.uk/life-at-london-met/university-life/met-food-cafes-on-campus/ 

• The Gym at Holloway will close from 20 December 2025 until 11 January 2025. Normal hours will resume on Monday 12 January. 

Student Services will be closed for the festive break between 24 December and 4 January, and will reopen on 5 January. There is a range of external support available if you need it during this period, via the following resources. Please don’t struggle alone. 

Support for physical and mental health: 

• Your GP. Use the NHS’ Find a GP webpage if you need to locate your local GP to register. 

• NHS 111. A resource to help you find and access appropriate mental health support. 

Emergency health support: 

• Please call 999 or attend your nearest A&E for emergency physical or mental health support. 

Mental health crisis support: 

• Samaritans is a 24/7 charity helpline open 24 hours a day. Call free on 116 123. 

• Shout Crisis Text Line for free, confidential mental health support. Text the word 'SHOUT' to 85258 or ‘YM’ if you’re under 19. 

• Papyrus HOPELINE247 provides free confidential support if you are having suicidal thoughts. Call: 0800 068 4141 or Text: 88247