Arriving

If you will be arriving very late at night or in the early hours you should book a local hotel or guest house accommodation and move in the following day (see the 'Hotels/guest houses' tab).

For any unexpected or very late arrivals, the University security service, Campus Watch, is available 24 hours a day on +44 (0)1227 823300 to assist. You will need to show your room agreement and some personal identification to Campus Watch officers before you will be allowed into your accommodation.

Arriving at other times during the year

If you are arriving at another time of the year you will be notified of your arrival date and time.

Parking

If arriving by car, please park in the car park closest to your accommodation for unloading. Your car should then be moved to the visitors’ car park to prevent traffic congestion. Details about car parks and how to get to the campus by public transport can be found on the Canterbury maps and directions page.

If you are arriving at any other time after the arrivals weekend, please contact the Estates Department on +44 (0)1227 823609 or parking@kent.ac.uk.

Student parking on campus at all other times

Parking is severely restricted at the Canterbury campus at all other times. The University of Kent promotes itself as a Green University and encourages everyone to travel sustainably where possible.

Please visit our transport pages for more information about the local transport, including discounts available to students for buses and bicycles.

Exclusion zones

Students residing on the University campus or within the exclusion zone are not entitled to park a car on campus. There are special arrangements for people who require a vehicle for accessible parking, medical reasons or have an exceptional circumstance. Further information.

Students resident in the following postcode areas are unable to apply for a permit: CT1 1; CT1 2; CT1 3; CT2 7; CT2 8.

Parking permit

Registered students, residing outside the exclusion zone can apply for a permit to park. Complete the application online to apply for a permit. There is a charge for the permit.

Disabled drivers

Accessible parking bays are available but you must display the appropriate University of Kent permit as well as your Blue Badge. You can apply online for your permit.

Hotel and guest house accommodation

We regret there is no on-campus accommodation for family and friends. If you require off-campus accommodation during the arrival period, you are advised to book hotel or guest house accommodation well in advance. Information on local guest houses and hotels close to the campus can be found using the links below:

Canterbury Tourist information Office

T: +44 (0)1227 378100
E: canterburyinformation@canterbury.gov.uk
W: www.canterbury.co.uk

Bed and breakfast, cheap hotel and guest house accommodation directory

www.BedandBreakfast.co.uk

Living off-campus

If you will not be living in University accommodation, you should arrive at the appropriate campus in time to take part in the Welcome Week activities during the week before term starts. If you need further information or assistance with finding private sector accommodation, you can contact the University’s Accommodation Office (T: +44 (0)1227 766660 or E: accomm@kent.ac.uk).