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The heart of Britain...

Growth and opportunity make Coventry a great place for students. Located in the heart of the country, the city boasts two universities – Coventry University and the University of Warwick – both of which are easy to reach from our Coventry student accommodation.

Properties in Coventry

4 reasons why our students love Coventry

Coombe Country Park

Coombe Country Park

The 500 acres of parkland at Coombe Country Park includes gardens, woodlands and a lake, perfect for a picnic.
Coventry a trip on the Public Art Trail along the Coventry Canal

The Public Art Trail

With more than 39 pieces by 34 artists, including sculptures, murals and more, the Public Art Trail along Coventry Canal has become one of Britain’s longest waterside art galleries.
Coventry’s Cathedrals

The cathedral

The new St Michael’s was rebuilt after the war and is one of the city’s most striking pieces of architecture.
Coventry unusual sporting excitement

Sport

Take in an Ice Hockey match at Planet Ice Coventry – the Coventry Blaze Ice Hockey club are one of the most successful in the UK.

Local area

Transport

There's plenty of affordable ways to get around Coventry using public transport. Various bus companies operate around the city and, if you're travelling further afield, the main Coventry train station makes connecting with cities like London, Manchester and Glasgow simple. It's easy to travel abroad from Coventry too, with Birmingham Airport around 15 minutes away by train.

Sport

Aside from facilities on campus, you can expect to find plenty of gyms in and around Coventry, with the University Gym located a short distance from your accommodation. If you like watching live sport, then a visit to the Skydome, home to the Coventry Blaze ice hockey team, is an absolute must.

Shopping

For the very best shopping selection, head to the Lower Precinct Shopping Centre, where you'll find high street names like H&M and New Look. Or, for something more unusual, head to the Coventry Market, where you can stock up on delicious, fresh and local produce. There's plenty of choice when it comes to food shopping too, with a Sainsbury's supermarket located close to your accommodation.