Your visit to Lime Grove
Last updated:
13 October 2026
Open Day at a glance
Date: Saturday 14 November 2026
Time: 10am - 5pm
- Morning (10am - 1pm)
- Session 1: 10am
- Session 2: 11.30am
- Afternoon (2pm - 5pm)
- Session 3: 2pm
- Session 4: 3pm
Location: UAL School of Pre-degree Studies, 40 Lime Grove, London W12 8EA (View School of Pre-degree Studies on a map)
Who is this event for? Prospective Pre-degree students, parents, carers and supporters interested in exploring our courses, facilities and student experience
What's on
Spend the day getting a feel for life at UAL. Hear about the course, see work by current students, explore the campus and get answers to your questions from the people who know best.
Course and portfolio presentation, student panel
What happens? Learn about the course structure, entry requirements, and how this course prepares you for higher education in creative fields. Gain expert advice on building a strong portfolio and the application process.
Hear directly from Pre-degree alumni students during a live interactive panel and ask questions about student life, the application process, course experiences, and progression opportunities.
Duration:
One hour
Meeting point: Lecture Hall B204
Booking required? No additional booking is required. Simply attend the presentation scheduled for your during your session.
- Session 1: Presentation at 10.30am
- Session 2: Presentation at 12.00pm
- Session 3: Presentation at 2.30pm
- Session 4: Presentation at 4.00pm
Student work exhibition
What happens?
Explore inspiring projects created by current students and see the diverse range of work produced on the course.
Duration:
Drop-in activity, this will be running all day.
Meeting point:
Various locations across the school.
Booking required?
No, this is a drop-in activity.
Campus tour
What happens?
Explore our studios, workshops, learning spaces and student facilities on a guided or self-guided tour. Student ambassadors will be on hand to show you around, or you are welcome to explore at your own pace.
Duration:
Drop-in activity – this will be running all day.
Meeting point:
If you would like a student ambassador to show you around, meet at the Student Lounge, B007. If you would prefer to explore the campus at your own pace, you are welcome to head off whenever you like.
Booking required?
No, this is a drop-in activity.
Advice hub
What happens?
Speak to our friendly team and get answers to any questions about studying at UAL. Staff from Accommodation, Disability Services, and Admissions will be available.
Duration:
Drop-in activity – this will be running all day.
Location:
Canteen C201
Booking required?
No
Accommodation tour
What happens? Learn more about accommodation options and view available facilities at The Costume Store located in North Acton.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meeting point: The Costume Store, 160 Victoria Rd, North Acton, London W3 6EE.
(view The Costume Store on a map)
The Costume Store is located in North Acton and is not on the Lime Grove campus. Visitors will need to make their own way to the accommodation.
Booking required?
Yes. Book your Costume Store visit.
Nearest travel routes
- Tube: North Action station (Central Line) - 1 minute walk.
- Bus: 218, 260 and 266
Directions from Lime Grove via Tube:
- Walk to Shepherd’s Bush Central line station. It is about 10–12 minutes' walk from Lime Grove.
- Take the Central line westbound towards Ealing Broadway.
- Get off at North Acton.
- The Costume Store is directly opposite North Acton station, at 160 Victoria Road.
Directons from Lime Grove via bus:
- Walk to Shepherd's Bush Market Station (Stop Q). It is about 3 minutes' walk from Lime Grove.
- Take the 260 towards Golders Green.
- Get off at Victoria Road North Acton (Stop S), then walk 6 minutes to The Costume Store.
Plan your day
The following presentations take place at fixed times throughout the day:
- 10.30am: Course info and portfolio advice presentation
- 12pm: Course info and portfolio advice presentation
- 2.30pm: Course info and portfolio advice presentation
- 4pm: Course info and portfolio advice presentation
All other activities can be explored on a drop-in basis, allowing you to build your own schedule around the presentations that interest you most.
Costume Store accommodation visits
If you'd like to visit the Costume Store, please ensure you've booked your slot in advance.
Additional information
Getting here
The UAL School of Pre-degree Studies is located at our Lime Grove campus in Shepherd's Bush, West London, with excellent transport links and easy access via public transport.
Address:
UAL School of Pre-degree Studies
40 Lime Grove
London
W12 8EA
(View School of Pre-degree Studies on a map)
By train
- Nearest Stations
- Shepherd's Bush (Central Line, London Overground and National Rail) – approximately 10-minute walk
- Goldhawk Road (Circle and Hammersmith, and City lines) – approximately 8-minute walk
- Hammersmith (District, Piccadilly, Circle and Hammersmith and City lines) – approximately 15-minute walk
By bus
The following bus routes stop nearby:
- 72, 94, 220, 283 and 295
These routes serve the surrounding Shepherd's Bush, Hammersmith and Acton areas and provide convenient access to the School of Pre-degree Studies.
By car
Parking in the local area is limited. We recommend using public transport where possible. Please check local parking restrictions before travelling.
Accessibility and support
We are committed to making our Open Days as accessible and welcoming as possible. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know so we can make the right arrangements for you.
Accessibility
- Step-free access available
- Lifts available where required
- Accessible toilets
- Quiet space available during the event
Managing your booking
To amend or manage your booking, please visit the UAL Portal and log in to amend your booking.
Contact Us
If you have any questions ahead of the event, please get in touch:
Email: smra-predegree@arts.ac.uk
Booking confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email after booking. Show the QR code in the email on your phone when you arrive and a member of staff will check you in.
Choosing a session
Please attend the session you selected when booking. Each session includes a Course and Portfolio Presentation and Student Panel.
Arrival times
We recommend arriving at the start of your booked session to allow time to check in and make the most of the activities available.
Late arrivals
Don't worry. If you arrive after your booked session has started, we'll do our best to accommodate you and, where possible, direct you to a later presentation. Please note that this may not always be possible if sessions are particularly busy.
Bringing a guest
You are welcome to bring one guest with you to the Open Day.
What to bring
There's no need to bring anything specific. You may wish to bring a notebook to jot down notes during the day. Food and refreshments are available to purchase from the on-site canteen.
Event duration
Outside of the presentation scheduled for your session, most activities operate on a drop-in basis, so you're welcome to explore at your own pace.
Visiting accommodation
You can take part in a guided tour of The Costume Store student accommodation in North Acton. Please note that you will need to make your own way there from the School of Pre-degree Studies. Book your Costume Store visit.