[randomcarbloke]

I don't think you're really supposed to go into the communal area without being a resident :) hence the quietness.

[djtango]

There are plenty of public spaces which are also really nice and calm considering you're pretty much in the thick of it. You can sometimes even hear the Guildhall students practising which is a lovely treat

[randomcarbloke]

it is amazing there, I agree, it's surprising how organic it can feel when you're surrounded by brown stone and slabs.