Kenilworth

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About the area

This is information suggested by students, or from published guides and maps, the purpose of this guide is to be indicative of what is available in the area. We do not advocate for or against visiting one location over another and we would recommend checking the suitability of any venues or locations before visiting.

Kenilworth

Kenilworth offers a charming, small-town atmosphere with a rich history, making it a great place for students seeking a quieter yet culturally vibrant place to live with plenty of cosy student homes. While there are fewer purpose built student accommodations in Kenilworth than in larger towns, its peaceful environment appeals to students looking for a relaxing area to live in.

Standout attractions include the historic Kenilworth Castle and the numerous independent cafes, restaurants, bars, and shops in the town centre. With lots of green spaces and scenic views, Kenilworth is a beautiful location to consider for students who want to live close to campus.

Map of local areas to reside in surrounding 果冻传媒 campus, with Kenilworth outlined in green and campus outlined in yellow

Rental Prices

As of 24/11/2025 the average rent prices (from , based on 1,460 rooms) per person was:

	*Average (incl. utilities)**	Average (excl. utilities)	Min	Max
Per Week	拢141.93	拢99.23	拢99.23	拢184.62
Per Month	拢650	拢430	拢430	拢800

*includes utilities are contracts that include in the price of rent and utilities such as gas, water and electricity.

Important to note, this is just indicative of what is being shared on Studentpad and may change depending on area and type of accommodation. For example, purpose built student accommodation and other options may be cheaper/more expensive. Please do your own research of what is available and suitable for your needs.

Your guide to living in Kenilworth

There are endless things to do and explore in Kenilworth. We've compiled a few things to help you get started, check them out below.

Think there's something missing? Let us know!

Transport links:

Trains

Kenilworth Railway Station is the main train transport link for Kenilworth. It runs frequent trains to:

Coventry (10 minutes)
Leamington Spa (7 minutes)
Nuneaton (30-35 minutes)

To learn more about bus, train, cycling and other transport links around the Kenilworth area in more detail, visit the University's Mode of Travel page.

Buses

National Express and Stagecoach regularly run buses to get you around Kenilworth.

11 National Express.
- 10-20 minutes to campus from Kenilworth.
X17 Stagecoach.
- For bus transport links around Kenilworth towards campus and Leamington Spa.

To learn more about bus, train, cycling and other transport links around the Kenilworth area in more detail, visit the University's Mode of Travel page.

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Libraries 果冻传媒 spaces Printing

The university campus has multiple areas with printing facilities. These include the Library, alternate study spaces on campus, and the . While some spaces and departments often would help with free printing, most printing facilities would require .

You could also use a few of the following places to get your printing done:

Stationary Shops like

The also provides guidance on public printing services.

Shopping:

UK grocery shops

Kenilworth is served by a central high street, where you can find supermarkets such as and Sainsbury's. Don't forget to try some of the !

You can use the app to find great deals on food and groceries. You can often purchase delicious surplus items from local restaurants and stores at a discounted price, or even sometimes for free.

Cultural shops Shopping centres and malls

Health & Wellbeing:

Pharmacy and health

Please make sure to take into account your health needs when looking for your next place to stay. Registering with a GP and finding your nearest Pharmacy is incredibly important. For more guidance, you can also check out our health and wellbeing pages!

for a list of local pharmacies that can be found when off campus.

to find local GPs should you wish to register at a local practice.

Don't forget that you can always look into using the on-campus options as well:

You may find it more convenient to use the housed within the Student Union.

Sports and exercise

There are a lot of opportunities to get involved with sports and exercise, the offers a gym, sports hall and group exercise studios. And don't forget to check out the !

If you're looking to get more involved in outdoor sports have a look at the . Don't forget to check out other group activities, such as park runs!

Alternatively, there are the central to get involved with however, a lot of students opt for the University's own Sports and Wellness hub, as the University is so close.

There's also the spaces our students have sent in as recommendations:

Local community hubs

Things to do in Kenilworth:

Faith provision Local attractions

Kenilworth is well known for its picturesque ! Or why not have a look at the central

Other places you might like to visit are:

featuring the
with the remains of St Mary's Abbey located within
(further out)
(a bit further out)

Kenilworth Food Festival (see the town events calendar below)

There's lots going on, and you can always check out the for more!

If you're looking for something really unique and are willing to travel, there's the, that offers 2-hour walks with the friendly mammals!

Remember to check if you can use your student discount when visiting

What's on locally

Kenilworth has a lively calendar of events, from historic parades and carnivals to markets and live performances. You can:

Stay updated on what鈥檚 happening through the
Check the latest community listings from the

If you鈥檇 like to make a difference in the community, there are plenty of volunteering opportunities available, whether you鈥檙e interested in supporting local groups, events, or

Recreational activities

Whilst Kenilworth is known as a market town, there are still many things to get involved in:

(a little further out)

There is a lot to do in Kenilworth, but its' beauty and many green spaces lend itself naturally to some beautiful scenes and walks:

Nightlife and live music Volunteering opportunities

Explore a wide range of volunteering roles through the or discover new opportunities at the Volunteering Marketplace.

Examples of past volunteering include, but are not limited to:

Digital Cafe ran out of ()
Listening Exchanges co-facilitator
Pop up cafe Assistant ()

There are loads of volunteer opportunities through 果冻传媒 Volunteers, you can filter by location on to see what's available!

Eat and drink

Other local area guides:

Safety in Kenilworth

When moving to a new area, it is important to remember to keep yourself and others safe. This could include planning your route home then telling a friend, sticking to well-lit streets and trusting your 鈥榞ut feeling鈥�. Stay alert in your local area by staying aware especially when wearing headphones, know where safe places are and keep an eye on the news. For more tips on how to stay safe, see our Off-Campus Safety Advice Pages.