Parham Road Student Village

I lived in the “urban student life” buildings as I applied for residence really late. I found that the rooms and the actual buildings were lovely - spacious enough & with a double bed (although it wasn’t particularly comfortable, as I prefer softer beds than what was included). The room had enough shelf space to keep all my belongings & the ensuite included a shower with great water pressure and easily adjustable temperature controls. The only downside I found was that it wasn’t particularly social, as everyone’s room was very separate (similar to hotel rooms) with only a shared kitchen. It meant I never really saw my housemates so never got the chance to bond with them the same way students in other halls did. The location is also a slight down side, as parham road is about a 20 minute walk to CCCU, and even more of a trek to get to the library. It is, however, situated right next to a 24 hour Asda superstore which is perfect for shopping on a student budget!

Loved being a walk away from the university, gave some separation between where you live and where you work. Being in the centre of town all the time would be too much, and it felt cosier being in a village rather than the fourth floor of a flat. There are good transport links and conveniently located near ADSA and a retail park, leisure centre and parks. Great if you wish to park or ride a bike.

Parham Student Village is a weird and wacky place where you meet all kinds of people. The staff were very helpful to move us in. I thoroughly enjoyed that part of the experience. My room was not good. To be fair, I picked the cheapest I could and coming from clearing I was last of the pickings I believe. However, the size of the room never bothered me. There are communal areas at the back of Parham Terrace that was renowned for parties and get togethers. I met all my friends there when I was invited to their side of the Village. Freshers Week was made by that area. No one was left out and mostly everyone had a fantastic time. Parham is great socially, and my friends all had lovely rooms, so I would definitely suggest looking into it. Asda is right next by as is subway, Greggs and Aldi. What more could you want? I fondly look back at the 4am Asda trips to buy cake. Yes.... cake. Nothing else. My biggest downfall was that if you don’t have a car, it’s sort of far from everything else. I’m quite unfit, but I know many people hated going to uni or the library as there was a minimum 20 minute walk to get to uni. Town was about 30 mins. Great for the legs though! I had a great time there, my room was tiny but like I said, clearing out me in that last bunch scenario and I couldn’t afford elsewhere. There are so many options available in Canterbury, Parham being one if you are looking to meet some great people

The accomadation is a 10/15 minute walk from the uni campus, and a 20/25 minute walk from the city centre. It’s located a two minute walk from an Asda superstore which was super helpful! The accommodation itself is fairly clean, having a washing machine within the flat was also great. The accommodation staff was also very friendly and helpful.

Absolutely amazing, really enjoying my time here, made loads of new friends that will stay with me for life!

Parham Road is in a reasonable location in regards to the university and right next to the large asda which is great but it's not in an ideal location for students who enjoy going on a night out. The rooms are small and it depends on what part of Parham you are placed to how social it is.

Parham Road is in a reasonable location in regards to the university and right next to the large asda which is great but it's not in an ideal location for students who enjoy going on a night out. The rooms are small and it depends on what part of Parham you are placed to how social it is.

The location of Parham is a distance from town and the Uni Library (and Club Chem!) but it is close to Asda and Ither shops. The rooms in Sargeants Parade are very basic and the wet rooms are not ideal but useable. The social aspect all depends on your flatmates! Some flats have a great group and enjoy pres together, others not so much! Overall I’d recommend Student Accommodation but if I could change and start again I’d choose St George’s as it’s right in the middle of everything!

The worst accommdation on offer, night noise all the time, drunk people on the street. Room is very plain and doesnt have any space. Sercuity is poor. Kitchen is spacece but doesnt have many factilies.

Halls are nice. Room mate is a bit shitty. But facilities are good. Internet can be slow sometimes which means I normally have to use my 4G. But i get a washing machinr and everything is v modern

Walls thin as paper, love hearing my roommate wank over anime whilst wearing a VR system, but if you're into that I would rate 5... For this reason, I rated 4, to improve, insert a window so I can see him instead of just listening. Allahu Akbar.

When first moved in the flat was filthy even though it said it had been cleaned. However the security was excellent on site was excellent throughout

Absolutely love my time in Parham, the kitchen is rubbish for 7 people and the room are slightly lacking in comfort so for the price you're paying its not amazing but all of that is outweighed by the shear joy of hanging and partying with my housemates! So much shenanigans and good feeling, best time of my life!

I loved having my own bathroom and my room was a good size with a massive window. It was nice being part of a small student community