Riverside , canterbury

Riverside Canterbury Student Accommodation

Riverside Canterbury gives students a straightforward place to live close to the city's universities, shops and transport links. With en-suite rooms and private studios, the accommodation caters to students who want either shared living or more independence during the academic year.

Set within Riverside Student Quarter on Sturry Road, Riverside keeps much of Canterbury within easy reach. Residents have access to a gym, cinema room, games room and rooftop terrace, while electricity, gas and water are included in the rent. Its location also puts supermarkets, restaurants, libraries, parks and rail connections close to the accommodation, making everyday student life easier to manage.

About Riverside

University life extends well beyond lectures and deadlines. Your accommodation becomes part of that routine, from the kitchen where you prepare meals to the shared areas where you meet other residents. Riverside Canterbury brings these parts of student life together, with accommodation that gives students their own space while keeping communal areas close by.

Students can choose between en-suite rooms in shared apartments and private studios. En-suite options give residents a private bathroom alongside shared kitchen and living areas, while studios offer more independence with their own kitchen and bathroom.

The shared spaces also make it easier to meet people outside your flat. Residents can spend time in the games room, watch a film in the cinema room or head up to the rooftop terrace. For quieter periods, the accommodation also has spaces where students can settle down with coursework.

Practical facilities are covered too. The on-site gym, laundry and bike storage mean students can handle several everyday needs without travelling far from the building. With Riverside student accommodation located close to Canterbury's universities, shops and transport links, daily life can remain fairly simple throughout the academic year.

Riverside Canterbury Address & Location

Riverside Canterbury
Riverside Student Quarter
Sturry Road
Canterbury
CT1 1JX
United Kingdom

The property sits on Sturry Road, close to Canterbury city centre and within straightforward reach of the city's main university campuses. Supermarkets, retail parks, restaurants and public transport are also nearby, giving residents plenty of options for everyday errands and getting around Canterbury.

Life at Riverside Canterbury

Living at Riverside puts many of the places students use regularly within a short journey. Groceries, meals, study spaces and transport can all be worked into the day without having to travel across Canterbury.

For weekly shopping, ALDI, Asda Canterbury Superstore and Sainsbury's are nearby. Stour Retail Park, Canterbury Retail Park and Marshwood Retail Park also give students places to shop for clothing, electronics, household items and other essentials.

Food is easy to find around the residence. FIREAWAY CANTERBURY, The Korean Cowgirl and Thai Orchid Canterbury are all located within The Riverside complex, while Starbucks Coffee Company provides a familiar option for coffee. Students heading into the city can also visit Café St Pierre or Chapters Coffee and Books.

There are several green spaces close to the property when you want some time away from your room. Sturry Road Community Park and Sturry Park provide places for a walk, some fresh air or a short break between study sessions.

Students can also use Sturry Library, Canterbury Library and the Templeman Library at the University of Kent when they want to work somewhere different. With Sturry Station nearby and Canterbury West and Canterbury East also serving the area, travelling around Canterbury and further afield is manageable by rail.

Why Choose Riverside Student Accommodation?

Riverside student accommodation gives students a mix of private living spaces, shared facilities and a location that keeps the main parts of Canterbury within reach.

Some of the reasons students choose Riverside include:

• En-suite rooms in shared apartments and private studio options.

• Electricity, gas and water included within the rent.

• Rooftop terrace with views across Canterbury.

• Cinema room and games room for downtime.

• Fully equipped on-site gym.

• On-site laundry facilities.

• Secure bike storage.

• Nearby supermarkets, retail parks, restaurants and cafés.

• Rail and bus connections close to the residence.

• Easy access to Canterbury's main universities and colleges.

Room Types & Prices at Riverside

Riverside Canterbury offers both shared and self-contained accommodation, so students can choose between living with flatmates or having a private studio. En-suite rooms come with a private bathroom and shared kitchen and living areas, while the studio options include their own kitchen and bathroom.

Room Type	Weekly Rent
7 Bed Standard En Suite	From £175
8 Bed Standard En Suite	From £175
6 Bed Standard En Suite	From £188
Twodio	From £205
Premium Studio	From £275
Deluxe Studio	From £299

All prices are per person, per week and may vary according to tenancy length and current availability. Rooms are furnished, with studio residents having their own kitchen and bathroom. Students booking an en-suite room share the kitchen and living space with their flatmates.

What's Included at Riverside?

Riverside keeps several household costs within the weekly rent, which makes it easier to plan your accommodation budget before moving to Canterbury.

Your rent includes:

• Electricity

• Gas

• Water

With these essential utilities covered, students have fewer separate household expenses to keep track of during the academic year.

Facilities at Riverside

Riverside student accommodation has a selection of shared facilities covering study breaks, socialising, fitness and a few practical aspects of daily life. The communal areas also give residents places to spend time outside their rooms.

Social Spaces

Students can use the shared areas when they want to relax, meet friends or spend time with other residents.

• Rooftop terrace

• Games room

• Cinema room

Health & Wellbeing

The on-site gym gives residents a place to exercise without having to travel elsewhere in Canterbury.

• Fully equipped gym

Everyday Facilities

A couple of practical facilities are available within the property for regular household needs.

• On-site laundry

• Secure bike storage

Universities Near Riverside Canterbury

Riverside's Sturry Road location puts several Canterbury universities and colleges within a relatively short distance. This can make the daily journey to campus easier, particularly for students who prefer walking, cycling or using local transport.

University	Distance
Canterbury Christ Church University	0.89 Miles
University for the Creative Arts – Canterbury Campus	1.09 Miles
Canterbury College	1.52 Miles
University of Kent – Canterbury Campus	1.77 Miles

Riverside Canterbury Clearing

Students who receive a university place through Clearing often have to arrange accommodation soon afterwards. Riverside can be considered alongside other Canterbury residences, particularly by students looking for either an en-suite room in a shared apartment or a private studio.

Room availability can change during the Clearing period, so students should check the current options as soon as their university place is confirmed. This also gives you time to compare the available room types, tenancy terms and prices before making a booking.

Transport Options Near Riverside Canterbury

Riverside Canterbury is well placed for local travel, with rail and bus services available nearby. Sturry Station is the closest railway station, while Canterbury West and Canterbury East provide further connections for journeys around Kent and towards London.

Several bus stops along and around Sturry Road also serve the area, making local trips to the city centre and university campuses easier.

Transport	Details
Railway Station	Sturry Station
Railway Station	Canterbury West
Railway Station	Canterbury East
Bus Stop	Reed Avenue
Bus Stop	South Street
Bus Stop	Sturry Road Asda

Canterbury's compact layout also means walking and cycling are practical alternatives for many journeys, particularly when travelling to nearby shops, university buildings and city-centre attractions.

Stay Active Nearby

Riverside Canterbury has its own gym, and students also have several fitness centres nearby if they prefer to work out elsewhere.

• PureGym Canterbury Sturry Road

• Everlast Gyms

• DW Fitness First Canterbury

Shops, Essentials & Weekend Shopping

Students have several supermarkets and retail parks close to Riverside, making it easy to pick up groceries, household items or other essentials. The nearby retail parks also give you places to shop when you have more time at the weekend.

Shopping Centres

• Stour Retail Park

• Canterbury Retail Park

• Marshwood Retail Park

Supermarkets

• ALDI

• Asda Canterbury Superstore

• Sainsbury's

Healthcare Nearby

Several healthcare facilities are located within reach of Riverside, giving students access to medical services when needed.

• Kent and Canterbury Hospital

• Chaucer Hospital

• St Martin's Hospital

Cafés & Restaurants

Students have plenty of places nearby for coffee, quick meals and dinners with friends. Several options are also located within The Riverside complex itself.

Cafés

• Starbucks Coffee Company

• Café St Pierre

• Chapters Coffee and Books

Restaurants

• FIREAWAY CANTERBURY

• The Korean Cowgirl

• Thai Orchid Canterbury

Libraries & Study Spaces

When studying in your room becomes repetitive, nearby libraries offer alternative places for reading, research and revision.

• Sturry Library

• Canterbury Library

• Templeman Library, University of Kent

Green Spaces

Students can take a break from coursework at nearby parks, whether they want somewhere for a short walk, some exercise or a quieter afternoon outdoors.

• Sturry Road Community Park

• Sturry Park

Pubs & Social Spots

Riverside's location also puts students within reach of several pubs and social venues, giving you options for evenings out with friends.

• The Penny Theatre

• Lady Luck

• The Three Tuns

Is Riverside Right for You?

Riverside Canterbury is suited to students who want accommodation close to Canterbury's universities while still having plenty of shared spaces for socialising. The choice between en-suite rooms in shared apartments and private studios means students can decide how much privacy and independence they want during the academic year.

The residence also has useful facilities for life outside lectures. The rooftop terrace, games room and cinema provide places to spend time with other residents, while the on-site gym, laundry and bike storage cover some of the practical needs of everyday living. Electricity, gas and water are included in the rent, which also makes it easier to keep track of regular accommodation costs.

For students searching for Riverside student accommodation, the location is another major consideration. Canterbury Christ Church University, the University for the Creative Arts and the University of Kent are all within reach, while supermarkets, retail parks, restaurants, libraries and transport links are close to the residence.

Conclusion

Riverside Canterbury gives students a choice of shared en-suite accommodation and private studios in a location close to Canterbury's main universities. Its communal spaces, gym, cinema room and rooftop terrace add places to study breaks and socialise, while laundry facilities and bike storage take care of some everyday needs.

With electricity, gas and water included in the rent, and supermarkets, restaurants, libraries, parks and transport links nearby, Riverside student accommodation in Canterbury offers a practical base for students studying in Canterbury.