# University of Kent, Canterbury Campus, Kent Campus accommodation in Canterbury for leisure, events and conferences, sleeping 5000 with excellent facilities and catering options ## At a Glance - Sleeps 15 - 400 - 400 bedrooms - Dining for 200 ## Images - Total images stored: 24 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-42-55.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-44-53.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-41-56.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-25-00.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-46-14.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-40-42.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-47-47.jpg - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-48-16.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-25-38.jpg - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-23-25.jpg - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-26-17.jpg - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-26-57.jpg - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-48-47.jpg - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-45-37.jpg - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-46-02.jpg - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-17-07-44-47.jpg - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-12-59-55.jpg - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-03-16.jpg - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-05-07.jpg - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-09-33.jpg - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-10-01.jpg - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-10-35.jpg - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-12-20.jpg - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent-2025-06-20-13-12-53.jpg ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property Our Canterbury campus is nestled in the heart of the Kent countryside just a few minutes drive from the ancient city of Canterbury. Set on 300 acres of beautiful parkland, our campus is well connected with buses and National Express stopping hourly throughout the day on campus. We're only a short walk from 2 train stations and a bus station, meaning you can be in London in under an hour. Throughout the year we welcome a variety of groups to our Canterbury campus, from religious and special interest groups to summer language schools and leisure visitors. Our Conferences and Events team has over 30 years' experience delivering exceptional conferences, events and group accommodation for our clients and can help you plan your trip.   With over 4,000 rooms, we offer both B&B and self-catered accommodation to groups throughout the year. Our campus accommodation is graded 4-5* by VisitEngland, ensuring you have all you need during your stay. We have a wide range of catering outlets and can provide tailored catering services. Whether it's a complimentary breakfast as a B&B guest, lunch or dinner options or simple refreshments, we can cater for all events and requirements. Our campus has extensive facilities which our guests can use during their stay - sports and leisure facilities include a gym, indoor tennis and events arena, dance studio and sports pitches. Also a library, 2 Co-ops, catering outlets, cinema and theatre on campus. Canterbury is famous for stunning medieval architecture, literary connections and religious significance - a vibrant destination offering a blend of culture, heritage and scenic beauty. Visit the historic Cathedral, one of the UNESCO's World Heritage Sites and the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, and discover the role of the city in English history as a centre of Christian pilgrimage. Enjoy the River Stour by joining one of the punting river tours. The city is home to a wide range of independent and high-street retail shops with lots of options for food and drink too - tour The Foundry's brewery or visit a traditional pub or tea room. Local seaside towns include Whitstable and Folkestone, or take a trip to London with ease. ## Facilities - **Accessibility:** We have step-free and lift access within our event spaces and accommodation buildings. Accessible accommodation is also available to book. - **WiFi:** Free guest and eduroam WiFi is available across our whole campus. - **Tennis Court:** Our Kent Indoor Tennis and Events Arena is one of the many sports facilities we have on site. Public sessions and court hire is available. - **Parking:** Free car and coach parking is available on our Canterbury campus. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£159** for a 3-night weekend - From **£106** for a 2-night weekend - From **£53** per midweek night ### Additional rates | Period | Dates | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 Summer Rates | 29/06/2026 – 23/09/2026 | - | £198 | £140 | £58 | Prices shown in GBP. ## Booking Information - If you are looking to book accommodation for your group, please enquire and our team will be able to help you with your booking. - - No deposit required. Balance due within 21 days of the final invoice. - - Agreed numbers must be advised to the University at the time of verbal confirmation and will be identified on the contract.  Final details, menus and special requests must be confirmed to the University at least 14 days prior to arrival. Amendments to guest numbers and/or arrangements must be confirmed to the University in writing. - - In the unfortunate circumstances that you are forced to cancel the booking prior to the event, the following cancellation charges will apply: - - 52-26 weeks prior to event – 10%of total booking value  charged - 26-12 weeks prior to event – 50% charged - 11-5 weeks prior to event – 80% charged - Less than 4 weeks prior to event – 100% charged - - The University reserves the right to approve any externally arranged entertainment, services or activities that you have arranged and cannot accept liability for any resultant cost. - - The costs of repairing any damage caused to the property, contents or grounds by any of your guests must be reimbursed to the University by the Client. - - No wines, spirits or foods brought into the University may be consumed unless specific alternative arrangements have been made. - - Insurance can be arranged to protect you and your event against cancellation or abandonment with a minimum sum insured based on the anticipated income to the University. Insurance can also cover non-appearance of speakers or delegates, property damage at or to the venue or its contents, third party bodily injury and third party damage. The University does not accept liability for these. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/university-of-kent-canterbury-campus-kent#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South East England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-east-england) > [Kent](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/kent) > [Canterbury](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/canterbury) ### Address Address: University of Kent, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, GB Latitude: 51.2985071 Longitude: 1.0710053 ### About The Area Located in the heart of Kent in Southeast England moments from Canterbury, a vibrant destination offering a blend of culture, heritage and scenic beauty. Plenty of independent and high-street retail shops perfect for some retail therapy and if you are looking for the perfect memento for your trip. Canterbury also has lots of options for food and drink. By staying in Canterbury, you can also visit local seaside towns like Whitstable and Folkestone, explore Kent, or take a trip to London in less than an hour with ease.  Take all the time you need to explore Canterbury and Kent at your leisure and stay with us at the University of Kent. ### What's Nearby? - **Building:** There's lot of seaside towns and villages nearby for you to visit i.e. Whitstable is a 19 min drive away. - **Food and Drink:** We have a variety of cafés, pubs and outlets on our campus. Canterbury is also a busy city centre, with lots of places to eat and drink. - **Airport:** The nearest airport to our Canterbury campus is Gatwick, just under an hour and half away by car. - **Shop:** We have two Co-ops on our campus. If you are wanting to do a bigger shop, there is a Sainsburys 8 minutes drive away. - **Train:** Canterbury West Station, 8 min drive or 25 min walk from campus. With high-speed services to London St Pancras, getting you into London in under an hour. - **Bus:** National Express and Stagecoach bus stop every hour on our campus. Canterbury bus station is also located a short drive or walk away. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Rachel Walmesley - Phone: +44 (0)1227 828 000 - Email: conferences@kent.ac.uk - Website: https://www.kent.ac.uk/conferences-and-events/