Terms of Service

Here's the legal stuff - boring but essential.

Welcome to our website. If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern studentbeans.com’s relationship with you in relation to this website.

The term “studentbeans.com” or “us” or “we” refers to the owner of the website whose registered office is Studentbeans Ltd, PO Box 47879, London, NW11 1AW. The term “you” refers to the user or viewer of our website.

The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use:
The content of the pages of this website is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice.

Neither we nor any third parties provide any warranty or guarantee as to the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials found or offered on this website for any particular purpose. You acknowledge that such information and materials may contain inaccuracies or errors and we expressly exclude liability for any such inaccuracies or errors to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your own responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information available through this website meet your specific requirements.

This website contains material which is owned by or licensed to us. This material includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, look, appearance and graphics. Reproduction is prohibited other than in accordance with the copyright notice, which forms part of these terms and conditions.

All trademarks reproduced in this website, which are not the property of, or licensed to the operator, are acknowledged on the website.

Unauthorised use of this website may give to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offence.

From time to time this website may also include links to other websites. These links are provided for your convenience to provide further information. They do not signify that we endorse the website(s). We have no responsibility for the content of the linked website(s).

Your use of this website and any dispute arising out of such use of the website is subject to the laws of England and Wales.

studentbeans.com content terms

Studentbeans.com is committed to promoting the most up-to-date and unique content possible while maintaining standards consistent with the Internet community and the societies of the world. Studentbeans.com actively audits and approves content that goes live on the Studentbeans.com website, however there may be instances where an individual deems a piece of our content to be offensive or inappropriate. In this case, please immediately email help [at] studentbeans [dot] com to have this content removed. Accordingly, Studentbeans.com will NOT process, digitize, post, upload, store, share or otherwise display on the Studentbeans.com website:

1. Content or material that we believe is pornographic, obscene, or of an adult or sexual nature;
2. Content or material that we believe is grossly offensive to the online community, including but not limited to, blatant expressions of bigotry, prejudice, racism, hatred and profanity;
3. Content or material that exploits children under the age of 18 or posts or discloses any personally identifying information about children under the age of 18;
4. Content or material promoting or providing instructional information about illegal activities, promoting harm or injury to any group, individual or cruelty to animals including, but not limited to: Instructions on how to assemble or use bombs, grenades or other weapons; and Disseminating personal information about another individual for malevolent purposes, including libel, slander, defamation or violation of an individual's right to privacy.
5. Copyrighted content or material that is used without the express permission of the owner; Photographs and other images published in books, magazines, posters, calendars, websites and other media are generally protected by copyright law.
6. Content or material that infringes or encroaches on the rights of others, including, but not limited to, infringement of privacy and publicity rights and harm to reputation; or
7. Any links to the above.

You should be aware that in visiting the studentbeans.com website, you may be exposed to materials you consider to be offensive and you assume responsibility for your exposure. As stated above, if you run across something you deem to be offensive, please email help@studentbeans.com to have this content removed.

Win a Bean Bag Competition - Terms & Conditions

1. To enter the competition, users must complete a new registration on studentbeans.com. The competition is only open to new registrants who register between December 1st 2011 and June 30th 2012, inclusive of those dates. Registrants must be in part- or full-time education in the UK at the time of entry and must provide a valid email address.
2. Competition not open to employees of The Beans Group, their families or agents, or any other agent associated with the competition.
3. Six entrants will be chosen as winners. Winners will be drawn at random from all registrants who fit the criteria outlined in these terms & conditions.
4. The winners will be notified by July 10th 2012. The prize will be fulfilled by greatbeanbags.com. We will contact you by email to obtain the delivery address and publish a list of winners on studentbeans.com. We reserve the right to offer the prize to an alternative entrant if we do not receive a response to our request for a delivery request within 7 days.
5. Under 18s should receive parental permission before entering.
6. The prize for the competition is chair indoor/outdoor bean bag, in a range of colours, as described here. We reserve the right to provide a bean bag in a different colour if your choice is no longer available.
7. Promoter: studentbeans.com, Bradley House, St Albans Lane, London NW11 7QE
8. We reserve the right to substitute similar valued items for the prize(s) in the event of unforeseen manufacturing or distribution problems.
9. No purchase necessary

O2 Unlimited Terms and Conditions

1. O2 Unlimited gives you either: Unlimited O2 to O2 Text allowance each month provided you have topped-up between £10 and £14 in the previous month OR; Unlimited O2 to O2 Text allowance and Unlimited O2 to O2 call allowance each month provided you have topped-up over £15 in the previous month. The allowance is for use in the UK only and excludes picture messages, which will be charged at the New Pay & Go Talkalot rates.
2. Excessive Use policy applies: O2 Unlimited provides unlimited texts or unlimited texts and calls (subject to top up requirements) to be used from your mobile phone for private, personal, non-commercial, purposes. You may not use your SIM Card - in, or connected to, any other device; or in a way that adversely impacts the service to other O2 customers. If for any reason O2 reasonably suspects that you are not acting in accordance with this policy, O2 reserves the right to impose further charges, or transfer you to a tariff which does not include unlimited texts or calls, or disconnect your account.
3. If you have a Bolt On which includes a text allowance, your O2 Unlimited free allowance will be used first followed by your Bolt On allowance.
4. Existing customers may switch to the O2 Unlimited free monthly allowance. Please note customers who are currently on the Original or Talkalot tariffs will be moved to the new O2 Unlimited new Talkalot rates if they opt in to O2 Unlimited free allowance. Customers will not be able to switch back to Original or Talkalot if they do this. To switch to O2 Unlimited, send a free text message with the keyword "LINK" to 21300. You will receive a text message within 24 hours to confirm that your current free monthly allowance will be replaced with O2 Unlimted. Text back "STOP LINK" if you want to STOP this tariff switch, otherwise your request will be processed within 48 hours.
5. Customers successfully transferring to O2 Unlimited from a another monthly free allowance will not be activated until their next anniversary date, providing they have met the minimum top-up requirements.
6. By switching to O2 Unlimited customers are agreeing to replace their current free monthly allowance with O2 Unlimited free monthly allowance. Customers can only have one free monthly allowance active at any time.
7. O2 reserves the right to remove, vary or amend any element of the O2 Unlimited terms, If we amend any of these to your disadvantage we will notify you. Notice will be provided by text message. Changes will be effective immediately upon our having notified you. Talklot 08 terms and conditions also apply from 18th Feb 2008.

Win Superfast Fibre Broadband + £2,000 from BT Infinity

Terms & Conditions

1. Competition open to UK residents only
2. To enter the competition, users must complete the Student Accommodation and Housemate Survey from studentbeans.com. Registrants must be in part- or full-time education in the UK at the time of entry and must provide a valid email address.
3. Competition not open to employees of The Beans Group, their families or agents, or any other agent associated with the competition.
4. One entrant will be chosen as the winner. Winner will be drawn at random from all complete surveys.
5. The winner will be notified by 31st March 2012. The prize will be fulfilled by BT. We will contact you by email to obtain delivery details and the winner will be published on studentbeans.com.
6. Promoter: studentbeans.com, Bradley House, St Albans Lane, London NW11 7QE
7. We reserve the right to substitute similar valued items for the prize(s) in the event of unforeseen manufacturing or distribution problems.
8. No purchase necessary

Prize terms (BT)

1. The prize bundle includes 12 months of BT Total Broadband (Option 3) worth £321.60, or if available, BT Infinity, plus a BT Vision + box, as well as £2,000.
2. The broadband charge is applied by way of a bill credit up front. £2,000 to be paid to winner by cheque.
3. BT Total Broadband is subject to availability and you’ll need a BT line or similar.
4. If you don’t live in a BT Total Broadband/BT Infinity are or you do not have a BT line/similar, you may nominate a family member or friend to receive the 12 month subscription to BT Total Broadband/BT Infinity, provided you inform BT within 28 days of being notified that you are a winner.
5. The winner of the broadband service or someone nominated by the winner will be bound by the standard BT Total Broadband/BT Infinity terms and conditions.

Alton Towers Resort

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card.
2. The person whose name is on the ticket will be required to show valid ID to gain entry to Alton Towers Resort. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the Alton Towers Resort Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
3. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to Alton Towers Resort, no refund will be provided.
4. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
5. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
6. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
7. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
8. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
9. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

Madame Tussauds

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the Madame Tussauds Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
2. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to Madame Tussauds, no refund will be provided.
3. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
4. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
5. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
6. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED
7. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
8. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket

SEA LIFE - various locations (National Birmingham, Brighton, London Aquarium)

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card.
2. The person whose name is on the ticket will be required to show valid ID to gain entry to SEA LIFE. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the SEA LIFE Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
3. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to SEA LIFE no refund will be provided.
4. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
5. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
6. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
7. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
8. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
9. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

Thorpe Park

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card.
2. The person whose name is on the ticket will be required to show valid ID to gain entry to Thorpe Park. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the Thorpe Park Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
3. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to Thorpe Park, no refund will be provided.
4. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
5. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
6. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
7. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
8. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
9. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED
10. Remember, you need a access to a printer to print of the e-ticket we send you to allow entry to the park
11. If you have any enquiries, please contact us on 0208 2019803 Monday - Friday between 0900 - 1730

The Dungeons - various locations (London,York, Edinburgh)

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card.
2. The person whose name is on the ticket will be required to show valid ID to gain entry to The London/York/Edinburgh Dungeons. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the The London/York/Edinburgh Dungeon Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
3. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to The London/York/Edinburgh Dungeons, no refund will be provided.
4. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
5. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
6. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
7. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
8. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
9. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

Hampton Court Palace

1. This offer is limited to one per person, per visit. Booking required, subject to availability.
2. The meeting point is London Waterloo at 9.15am.
3. The operator reserves the right to amend the itinerary in adverse weather conditions. Optional upgrade for boat trip back available dependent on time and tide - please enquire on the day.
4. You must be 5ft tall and aged 18 or over to enjoy the cycle ride.
5. Please print your voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the Hampton Court Palace Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk.
6. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to Hampton Court Palace, and no refund will be provided.
7. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit given above.
8. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket

City Siteseeing - various locations (London, Oxford, Edinburgh)

1. Please print your e-ticket for City Sightseeing, take it with you and hand it to the City Sightseeing tour bus driver who will give you your hop on and off ticket.
2. Please see www.city-sightseeing.com for full details and information regarding this tour.
3. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit given above.
4. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
5. Confirmed and pre-paid by: City Sightseeing Ltd, Unit 4 Pathlow Farm, Featherbed Lane, Wilmcote, Stratford upon Avon, Warks, CV37 0ER, UK.
6. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card
7. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
8. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
9. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
10. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

Warwick Castle

1. Offer only valid on production of this voucher and valid student card.
2. The person whose name is on the ticket will be required to show valid ID to gain entry to Warwick Castle. Please print the voucher and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at Warwick Castle Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
3. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to Warwick Castle, no refund will be provided.
4. This e-ticket is only valid on the Date of Visit stated
5. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
6. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
7. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
8. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
9. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

F1K 50 Lap Race

1. Please print your e-ticket for F1K 50 Lap Race and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the F1K 50 Lap Race Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk.
2. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to F1K 50 Lap Race, and no refund will be provided.
3. You must present a valid student card alongside this voucher - THE NAME ON YOUR STUDENT CARD MUST MATCH THE NAME ON YOUR VOUCHER.
4. This voucher can be used Sunday to Friday (excluding bank holidays and half term periods) until 6th July 2012.
5. Bookings once made are non-transferrable
6. Customers must arrive 30 minutes prior to the start time
7. This e-ticket is only valid on the date you have booked with F1K.
8. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket
9. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
10. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
11. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
12. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

EDF Energy London Eye

1. Please print your e-ticket for EDF Energy London Eye and present it along with the credit/debit card used to make the booking at the EDF Energy London Eye Advance Ticket Sales/Group Reception Desk
2. If you fail to present the debit/credit card used to book this e-ticket, you may be refused entry to EDF Energy London Eye, and no refund will be provided.
3. Offer only valid on production of this voucher
4. You do not need to specify a date you would like to use this ticket for.
5. EXCEPTION: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO USE YOUR TICKET DURING THE OLYMPIC PERIOD (24TH JULY-17TH AUGUST), YOU MUST BOOK A DATE. CALL THE HOTLINE NUMBER 0871 282 5149 UP TO 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE TO BOOK A DATE AND TIME
6. No refunds can be given if these tickets are not used
7. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
8. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
9. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
10. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED

UK Bungee Club

1. Offer only valid on production of the UK Bungee Club voucher and valid student card
2. Please go to www.ukbungee.com and quote the unique booking reference number below to book in and confirm a specific date and venue.
3. All bookings are subject to availability.
4. This e-voucher is valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
5. Minimum age at centres is 14 years old. 14/15 year olds need parental consent on the day. Over 50 and a doctors cetificate is required.
6. If in doubt - don't jump
7. If you have the following conditions you should seek medical advice before jumping: High blood pressure, heart condition, suffer from dizziness or epilepsy, damage to: neck, back, spinal column, legs or eyes, asthma, pregnancy, alcohol - if you appear intoxicated you cannot jump, medication. Please inform us if you are taking any form of medication
8. If you suffer from any of the above but have been given a doctors certificate, you will be requested to sign a non standard waver.
9. Glasses and hard contact lenses cannot be worn. Boots must be removed.
10. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer
11. Only one voucher may be redeemed per visit per group
12. No substitutions or exceptions are permitted for what the voucher specifies
13. To simplify preparation of the bill, PLEASE NOTIFY STAFF WHEN BOOKING AND ORDERING THAT YOU HAVE A VOUCHER. VOUCHERS PRESENTED AT A LATER TIME MAY BE REFUSED.
14. If you are not in good health you should NOT participate
15. You will be requested to sign a non standard waiver.
16. We do not give a refund if you do not use your ticket

Fitness First

To activate this offer you must complete your studentbeans.com registration, including your mobile number and selecting your nearest Fitness First club. You’ll receive a 5-day guest membership. We’re good to you, aren’t we?

Your guest membership is valid at all Fitness First blue and platinum clubs. Our Black Label clubs are exempt from this offer but you can still pop in for a tour and to discuss your personal fitness goals. During your guest membership you’re welcome to use the sunbeds, beauty rooms and crèche for an additional charge. To check your local club’s facilities visit fitnessfirst.co.uk

And now for the legal bits:

1. You must be 16 or over; the offer is subject to availability
2. your 5 days at the club must be consecutive
3. this voucher has no cash value
4. classes vary from club to club
5. classes subject to availability
6. zumba session only valid at clubs that have zumba classes
7. one voucher per person
8. your voucher can be used at one club only and not multiple locations
9. is not for re-sale and can only be redeemed by the email addressee
10. the offer is valid from 1st May to 31st July 2012
11. the voucher must be used by 5th August 2012

And most importantly... you’re gonna love it