As a university student in the beautiful city of Chester, you are spoilt for choice of places to study both on and off campus.
Whether you’re in official University of Chester accommodation or living in nearby student accommodation in Chester, here is a list of useful study spots located around the city and on campus. These are just a few places we have selected where you can focus on studying while enjoying food and drink and free, reliable access to Wi-Fi.
If you fancy straying off campus to get a spot of studying done, have a look at our top picks.
Storyhouse
Storyhouse is a multi-use creative venue in Chester with a library, cinema and theatre, alongside its café/restaurant. Not only does it provide plenty of plugs for laptop charging, but also complimentary tea and coffee if you show your student card! We recommend this spot if you need to study in a quieter, more focused atmosphere.
Garden Social
In the Garden Quarter of Chester, this relaxed café offers a chilled vibe for you to get your studying in while savouring tasty snacks, including vegan and gluten-free options, in addition to a range of hot drinks.
Brown Sugar Internet Café
Brown Sugar is a café in Handbridge, Chester, that has been gaining positive online reviews as somewhere that offers a friendly, relaxing place with access to free Wi-Fi, delicious homemade food, cakes and hot drinks. It additionally offers three computer terminals alongside printing and scanning facilities.
Bean & Cole
Whether you fancy a cup of freshly ground coffee or a pot of tea, Bean & Cole is a peaceful café in the city centre with a cosy, welcoming atmosphere where you can get your work done while staying refreshed. And with plentiful plug sockets, you won’t have to worry about charging your laptop or phone.
Jaunty Goat
There are two Jaunty Goat cafés to choose from, one for vegans and one with dairy and meat options. Both are bright spots to spend time in, full of plants, and the aroma of fresh coffee filling the air. If caffeine isn’t your thing, the friendly staff can whip you up their delicious hot chocolate. Cosy and warm in the winter and airy and relaxed in the summer, you can’t go wrong with the Jaunty Goat as your study spot of choice.
Somewhere Else
If you don’t feel like heading too far from the university campus, check out Somewhere Else, one of our recommended places to study nearby. This spot caters perfectly to students like you, offering very handy student deals to keep you fed and hydrated while you study. Don’t leave without trying their delicious doughnuts – perfect for getting you through some serious study time. A top tip: as there are a limited number of plug sockets here, ensure you’ve charged your laptop or phone beforehand, just in case.
On Campus
On some days you may prefer to study on campus, where there is a range of places to choose from that provide Wi-Fi, food, and drinks to keep you going. From libraries to eateries to dedicated study spaces, you can find all you need to study in comfort. Here are a few of our suggestions.
The Dining Room
All students are welcome at this food market-style restaurant located centrally on campus at Exton Park. Get some study time in while savouring some tasty nibbles from around the world, or bring your own food. There’s also a Starbucks if you’re looking to get your caffeine fix for the day.
Seaborne Library
For some focused study time, the library at Exton Park is the place to go. And when all that studying has built up an appetite, you can pop into the café for a well-deserved break.
Riverside Innovation Centre
Next door to Wheeler is the Riverside Innovation Centre (RIC), which offers a lovely café with Wi-Fi where you can study peacefully.
Brasserie De Gaulle
You can study at this spot in Queen’s Park in Churchill House while enjoying the stunning views of the River Dee and historic Chester. This dining spot doubles up as a great place to study, offering Wi-Fi and tasty, nutritious food if you start feeling peckish.
If you’re on a budget, it is worth remembering plenty of places on campus allow you to bring your own drinks and snacks, including the CSU, Dining Rooms, Binks Touchdown Space, Grosvenor Common Room, and the Seaborne Library Welcome Space.
Contact local letting specialists Bed Student Rentals today to discuss student housing options in Chester – the perfect place to study, wherever you are in the city.