Hey Taffy1 & Finetime,
I too am due to start in Sept. I'm in the same dilemma as you both with regards to housing. If I had a choice I think I would prefer to rent than B&B it.
I live in the Midlands so it's going to be a fair trek for me. Really wanted a confirmed date before I commit to deciding where I'm going to be holding up.
Let me know if you both hear of any new news or if you both decide anything.
Regards, V801