Every year, Chester University sees thousands of domestic and international students enrol in a wide range of graduate and undergraduate courses, and has dedicated campuses dotted about the city. These include Parkgate Road, Riverside, Kingsway and Queens Park.
Within walking distance of all the campuses above is the Lower Canal Basin, which is naturally a popular location for students in need of exemplary accommodation options.
Lower Canal Basin accommodation
The Lower Canal Basin’s main thoroughfares include Whipcord Lane, Gladstone Avenue, Sealand Road, Vernon Road, Charlotte Street and Catherine Street, all featuring a combination of small to large houses and providing plenty of choice.
Whipcord Lane has cosy and traditional houses, and many have period features like original fireplaces. However, more modern and stylish homes are available on Charlotte Street and Sealand Road, and ‘The Cop’ by the river has an urban atmosphere with access to nature for walks.
Amenities available in the Lower Canal Basin
The Lower Canal Basin has outstanding amenities thanks to its proximity to the Greyhound Retail Park, only 10 minutes’ walk away. Students can shop at Aldi, Asda or Tesco to suit their budget, and convenient clothes shopping is available here at Outfit, TK Maxx and Outfit. The local PureGym offers an affordable way to get fit. There are various nightspots in the out are also offering easy access to students.
Location-wise, the Lower Canal Basin is just 10 to 15 minutes’ walk from the Exton Park campus, and 20 minutes from Wheeler. Only 25 to 30 minutes’ walk away is the Queens Park campus, and Kingsway is just a little further at 35 minutes. Students running late for lectures can also hop on a bus to arrive in half the time.
At Bed Student Rentals, we are now the leading independent letting expert in Chester, and provide high-quality accommodation at affordable prices to those studying at the university. You might be a postgraduate or undergraduate student, or a young professional who has completed their courses, but regardless, we will help you find your home-from-home in the Lower Canal Basin. Reach out to us today for accommodation near Chester University.