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Why Book Student Accommodation in Canterbury?
Canterbury is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Kent. The city’s main attractions include Westgate Towers, Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury Roman Museum, St Augustine's Abbey’s ruins, and Marlowe Theatre. These attractions can be great weekend destinations for international students interested in arts and history. They should be on every student’s list of Canterbury things to do.
Universities in Canterbury
All our student rooms are within a short ride by public transport to the university.
Many transport links surround the campus for easy access as well as cafes and bakeries.
Make sure you stop by the intriguing Kent Museum of Freemasonry just a few minutes away from the university.
A short walk from our accommodation options will take you to this university.
There are several cafes, a bookshop, and many transport options surrounding the campus.
The iconic Canterbury Cathedral is just a 10-minute walk away from campus.
Our rooms are within walking distance from this university.
You’ll find several fast-food restaurants near campus as well as many bus stops for easy access.
Don’t forget to explore Canterbury Roman Museum which is right next to the campus.
All our accommodation options are either a short walk or a short ride away by public transport.
The university is surrounded by transport links, shops, restaurants and cafes.
The beautiful Greyfriars Chapel is just a 20-minute walk away.
A short ride by public transport will take you from our accommodation options straight to the college.
A couple of bus stops are nearby to give you easy access to the college.
Don’t miss out on the gorgeous Westgate Gardens just a 25-minute walk away.
Student Life
1. Is Canterbury good for students?
Not only does the city have 3 major universities and colleges to make it ideal for students, but it also offers a rich culture, great festivals, live music, and interesting shops.
2. Where do students live in Canterbury?
The top student areas in Canterbury are Spring Lane, Hales Place, Whitstable Road, Wincheap, and St Dunstan's, Westgate.
Transportation In Canterbury
To get the most out of the weekend, you travel by High-Speed trains from Canterbury to London St Pancras International in 56 minutes. Across the city itself, Canterbury has two railway stations: Canterbury West and Canterbury East. Stagecoach in East Kent bus company runs local routes in the city and provides long-distance services. The company runs “Unibus” services from the city centre to the University of Kent, which makes it easier for students to travel to the university from the heart of the city centre.
What are Some Must-Visit Places in Canterbury?
Historical Places
It’s the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion (3rd largest Christian communion after the Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church). Canterbury Cathedral reflects the city’s culture throughout different centuries and different ruling realms.
An abbey is a monastery place where religious activities are practised under an abbot (male) governance or abbess (female). St Augustine's Abbey is one of the most famous English heritage sites in Canterbury, but unfortunately, it now sits in ruins right outside the city borders.
After centuries of being a royal castle for William the Conqueror, the castle became a prison, was abandoned for a while and it’s now closed till 2021.
A glimpse of Britain's Roman past can be found in this place where you can see a 2000-year old mosaic, a horde of silver and an interactive timeline that tracks the journey back in time from the original Roman settlement to the present-day Canterbury.
It was constructed in 1380 to be a defence line for the city’s key access points. The museum inside is now the main attraction as it showcases the site’s history during different times.
Parks - Gardens - Entertainment
Stour Boat Trip
A boat trip is an aesthetically pleasing way to see Canterbury’s Medieval monuments along the riversides.
The Canterbury Tales is a book by the infamous poet Geoffrey Chaucer who chose the city to be the subject of his artwork. The place consists of animatronic tableaux with light and sound systems where the book’s stories and tales come to life in an enjoyable experience.
Exhibiting numerous masterpieces, including some of Van Dyck’s works, this is a must-visit for students. The theatre also offers children's educational programs and workshops.
Other Student Accommodation In UK
Besides having facilities for student accommodation in Canterbury, Casita offers student accommodation in these UK cities:
London, Southampton, Leicester, Coventry, Nottingham, and Birmingham.
