Student Accommodation Medway

With student accommodation near Canterbury Christ Church University, University Of Greenwich, and the University Of Kent you will always have plenty of options to pick from. Medway is a student’s dream with great schools, fabulous nightlife, and a beautiful countryside vibe. With House Of Student, you get to choose from a range of student room options with amenities that will make university life better. 

Here are your accommodation options:

• Shared rooms: Students share a bathroom, kitchen, and common space
• Private rooms: Offer a personal study space and shared common kitchen and living room
• Studio flats: Birmingham studio student accommodation offers complete privacy with a sleeping area, study space, bathroom, and kitchen
• Entire flat: Offers a bedroom, study space, ensuite bathroom, and wardrobe.

The apartments are equipped with student-friendly facilities such as gym, common room, rooftop terraces, games room and so much more. After a long day at college, you can always come back to relax in the lounges and bond with others over a cup of coffee. Sit down and dive into your books in the private study spaces or unwind at communal spaces like the cinema rooms.

Make the most of your time living in Medway as a student. With rich historical and cultural heritage, an array of fun attractions, and exciting free festivals the city has it all! Enjoy a diverse and stimulating student experience with options to socialise and if you’re a book buff - indulge in the Charles Dickens experience!

Museums and Parks: Head to the wide, grassy greens in parks such asRiverside Country Park, Broomhill Park and Gillingham Park offering some scenic picnic spaces. Indulge in the history and culture of the city at museums such as The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Guildhall Museum and Royal Engineers Museum.
 
Restaurants, Cafes and Bars: Grab a mouthful of the vast delicacies the city has to offer at Ginas Cafe, The Quills and Papadom. The fun doesn’t end even after the sun sets in, for some killer weekend sesh head to bars such as The Dead Pigeon, Price of Ales and The george Vaults.
 
Markets: Look out for some brunchy delights and homespun arts and crafts at the infamous markets like Gillingham Market, Pentagon Farmers Market and Rochester Farmers Market.

Given the presence of several universities in the Medway area (University of Greenwich, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University, and UCA Rochester), the best areas for student accommodation are often in or near the main towns:

Chatham: Close to the UKC and CCCU Medway campuses, offering affordability and student-friendly amenities. Pier Quays student accommodation is located here.

Rochester: Historic charm with good transport links to universities and London, particularly close to UCA Rochester and the University of Greenwich. Rochester Student Village is a popular choice.

Gillingham: Budget-friendly with a strong student community and good public transport links, convenient for all Medway campuses. Pier Quays is also accessible from Gillingham.

Rainham: Peaceful suburban setting suitable for students seeking a quieter environment with good commuting links.

Strood: Affordable with good transport connections to universities and essential amenities.

Purpose-built student accommodations and private rentals are available in these areas.

Medway boasts a rich history and diverse attractions:

Historic Rochester: Explore Rochester Cathedral, Rochester Castle, and sites associated with Charles Dickens (like Eastgate House and Six Poor Travellers House).

The Historic Dockyard Chatham: Discover mighty warships and explore maritime history.

Fort Amherst: A Napoleonic fort offering tunnels, nature trails, and historical insights.

Upnor Castle: A rare Elizabethan artillery fort by the riverside.

Royal Engineers Museum: Learn about the history of military engineering.

Medway Park Sports Centre: A venue for national and international sporting events.

Medway's Towns: Wander through the high streets of Chatham, Gillingham, and Strood, each with its own character.

Riverside Walks: Enjoy scenic walks along the River Medway.

Capstone Farm Country Park: A large park with meadows, woodlands, and ponds.

The Guildhall Museum (Rochester): Explore local history.

Eastgate House (Rochester): A Dickensian building.

Six Poor Travellers House (Rochester): A tiny museum from Dickens' work.

Temple Manor (Strood): A rare surviving 13th-century house.

Copper Rivet Distillery (Chatham): A craft distillery offering tours and tastings.

Sun Pier House CIC (Chatham): A community arts venue and tearoom.

Bus and Train: The city has a convenient public transport system making it easy to navigate. With trains and buses you’ll never have a hard time getting somewhere. 

Biking & walking: You can also easily access the city by foot and bikes. For a budget friendly option and economical option rent a bike and get across the town hassle-free. 
 

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