Located at 5 Bulk Rd, Caton Court, Lancaster LA1 1DN, lies a premium Caton Court student accommodation known for its exceptional living spaces. With a range of room options, including en-suite rooms, non-ensuite rooms, and studios, Caton Court caters to different budgets and lifestyles. Its excellent location places students close to institutions, including the University of Cumbria (15 min walk) & Lancaster University (15 min drive)
Lancaster is home to a wide student population and is recognised for its academic excellence, rich heritage, & welcoming atmosphere. The average cost of living in Lancaster ranges from £900 to £1,300 per month (including rent), making it more affordable than many larger UK student cities. Lancaster has a safety index of around 70/100 (Numbeo Crime Index), making it one of the safer student cities in the UK. Known for its historic landmarks, green spaces, & cultural scene, Lancaster offers students the perfect balance between academics and leisure. Situated in the heart of the city, Caton Court Lancaster gives residents easy access to universities, shopping areas, entertainment venues, and transport links, creating a well-rounded student experience.
Caton Court student accommodation offers fully furnished room types designed to suit different student preferences. It has Copper ensuite rooms, Silver ensuite rooms, Bronze ensuite rooms, Superior Silver studio, Premium penthouse, Gold studio, Twin ensuite, and many more. Every room is thoughtfully has ultra modern student setup designed to provide comfort & convenience. Residents benefit from a comfy double bed, storage and study space, wardrobe, and their own private bathroom in en-suite and studio options. Selected room types also feature a fully equipped private kitchen and dining area, allowing students to enjoy greater independence during their stay.
Students at this accommodation near the University of Cumbria have access to a range of communal amenities that support both study & social life. Dedicated study rooms & quiet study spaces provide the perfect environment for coursework and revision, while the impressive sky lounge offers a relaxing setting to unwind & socialise with friends. The property also features an on-site cinema room, creating a great space for movie nights & entertainment without leaving the building.
For students who enjoy an active lifestyle, a fully equipped gym is available on-site. Secure bike storage is provided for cyclists, while regular social events help residents build friendships and become part of the student community. To make budgeting easier, utility bills including water, electricity, and high-speed Wi-Fi are included in the rent. With modern facilities, excellent communal spaces, and a central location, Caton Court Lancaster reviews frequently highlight these features among the best aspects of this sought-after student accommodation in Lancaster.
For students looking to experience the best of Lancaster, Caton Court Lancaster accommodation offers a prime location close to universities & local attractions. The University of Cumbria and Lancaster University are both easily accessible, making Caton Court a convenient choice for students who want to stay close to campus while enjoying everything the city has to offer.
For everyday essentials, Sainsbury's Local and Lidl are located nearby for grocery shopping and household needs. Food lovers will discover a variety of places to eat nearby, including The Little Greek Kitchen and authentic Thai food at Araya Thai Restaurant. Students can also enjoy takeaway favourites from Half Moon Bay Chinese Takeaway. For coffee breaks & study sessions, visit one of the best cafes in Lancaster, Café Dolce & The Cornerstone, an ideal place to catch up with friends or unwind after lectures.
For evenings out, students can explore Lancaster's lively social scene in The Yorkshire House and The Bobbin, popular pub venues located close to this student accommodation in Lancaster. The city has a lot to offer beyond nightlife. There are attractions like Lancaster Castle, Lancaster City Museum, and The Dukes Theatre. Nature lovers can spend time at Ryelands Park or enjoy scenic walks along Williamson Park. With a blend of academic convenience, entertainment, dining, and historic attractions, Caton Court Lancaster provides an excellent student living experience in one of the UK's most charming university cities.
Travelling around Lancaster is simple and convenient from Caton Court Lancaster. Lancaster is a bus-oriented city. Several bus stops, including St Leonards Gate and Skerton Bridge, are located within a short walk of the property, providing regular services across the city & surrounding areas. For longer journeys, Lancaster Train Station is 1.1 miles away from the property, offering excellent regional and national rail connections. Its central location and excellent transport links make travelling across Lancaster quick, convenient, and hassle-free for students.
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This twin ensuite will give you a spacious room shared with just one other person. You'll each get a 3/4 double bed and plenty of storage and study space. Price is per person. The kitchen is shared with residents in adjoining flats.
Our shared houses are a hassle-free way of sharing a house with friends, a space designed to cater for all student’s needs.
The Bronze ensuite rooms come complete with storage and study space, and your own private bathroom.
These rooms are located in the Tower block and provide more floor space than the Bronze ensuites.
For our largest ensuite rooms within shared apartments, go for Gold.
For their largest ensuite rooms within shared apartments, choose Platinum. Benefit from dual aspect windows and a more floor space.
Our penthouse offers a superior, luxury living experience spread across two floors. The penthouse offers a private ensuite room with ample study space and a large kitchen and living room for entertaining.
These private Bronze High Studio rooms will feature a kitchenette, dining area, ensuite bathroom and all you need from your student room, with a comfy double bed, desk and ample storage. Located on the ground, 1st and or 2nd floor.
These private Bronze middle studio rooms will feature a kitchenette, dining area, ensuite bathroom and all you need from your student room, with a comfy double bed, desk and ample storage. Located on the 3rd, 4th and or 5th floor.
These private Bronze High Studio rooms will feature a kitchenette, dining area, ensuite bathroom and all you need from your student room, with a comfy double bed, desk and ample storage. Located on the 6th, 7th and 8th floors.
For the biggest studios in the building, go for Gold with a view of Lancaster city.
For the biggest studios in the building, go for Gold with a view of Lancaster city.
If you want fancy more space on the top floor with panoramic views of the local area and floor to ceiling windows, then the studios Superior Silver Studio are the right choice for you.
Payments can be made using a credit card or debit card.
A guarantor is required only if the student wishes to pay rent in installments. UK and international guarantors are accepted for students choosing to pay rent in installments. Students without a guarantor must pay the full rent amount in July. Completion of guarantor requirements forms part of a completed booking where applicable.
For 26 - 27 AY: Rent can be paid in 4 installments throughout the year. Instalment dates align with university terms for students receiving loans or scholarships. A guarantor is required to access the installment plan. Students without a guarantor must pay rent in full in July. For 25 - 26 AY STL: Full payment is required upfront before arrival.
For 26 - 27 AY: £99 advance rent required to secure booking. Treated as advance rent payment. For 25 - 26 AY STL: No deposit is required for summer stays. Full payment must be made before arrival. The booking is not secured until payment has been received.
£200 non-refundable tenancy takeover fee applies when a replacement tenant is used for tenancy transfer.
Yes, you must be a student, enrolled in a college/university and be 17 years or older to check-in at Caton Court.
Yes, but only if you have requested to pay in instalments. Without a guarantor, you’ll be required to pay your rent for Caton Court in full in July.
If there are rooms available, you should be able to extend your stay after you have moved in. Please speak to Caton Court team while in the building to arrange an extension.
If you have any maintenance issues at Caton Court, you can simply log into the portal and select the "maintenance" option at the top. Once you've done that, then log in your issue and give as much detail as possible.
Their friendly team at Caton Court are always happy to lend an ear. Before talking to them, they’d advise you contact your university support team first, since they may be able to offer you advice. If you would like to speak with the Accommodation Manager, you’re welcome to book an appointment and they’ll be happy to meet with you.
Absolutely, you’ll have your own post box in reception and will be given a key to check your post at any time of the day/night. Parcels can be delivered to reception for Caton Court to look after, just bring your ID when coming to collect them. However, please be aware of their postal policy when using this service.
There’s no parking on site at Caton Court. Please contact the local council regarding local permits and restrictions.
There is! You’ll find plenty of secure bike storage available for you at Caton Court to use throughout your time.
All their non studio accommodation with the exception of twin rooms are only for single occupancy. Caton Court team are happy to accept Dual occupancy requests for selected studios
That’s down to you – you can bring your rubbish/recycling to the bin store, and all collections are included in your rent for Caton Court.
The property team will take care of that, but please respect these living areas, as they’re proud of what they’ve done with them.
Their buildings and grounds are strictly non-smoking but you’re welcome to smoke outside of the building at least 5 metres away from doors and windows.
Yep, they want you to be as comfortable as possible when you’re with property. Just let them know you wish to live on the same floor when making your booking. If you don’t know anyone else moving to the residence, don’t worry – most students come on their own and soon make friends once they’re here.
Yes, you’ll be able to let them know your preference at the time of booking.
Please refer to local COVID-19 advice. Generally your guests are welcome to come and see you throughout your studies. You can have one guest stay in your room with you 3 nights a week, but you must be present the entire time and sign them in on arrival.
You are responsible for your guest. They must be signed in/out and follow all property regulations while on the property.
As Summer stays are limited to 10 weeks, you will need to make a full payment up front, before you arrive at the residence. Your booking is not complete until payment is made and until payment is made the room is not secured. Summer stays do not require a deposit payment.
You can check into the room at 16:00 on the day of your check-in. On the day of your check-out you will have to vacate the room by 10:00. If you do arrive early for your check in, you may be able to get your keys early if the room is ready, if not you can relax in one of our communal areas until it is clean.
Their receptions are staffed 24 hours a day. However, if you are planning to arrive at the weekend or out of office hours 9AM – 5PM. It is best to either phone ahead or email first. If the reception is closed when you arrive it is most likely as the team member is helping another resident. In this case you should press the buzzer and call the security number for assistance.
Yes, you are free to leave when you like, however you will not be liable for a refund unless another student takes over your booking. Please let their team’s know when you are planning on checking out.
You will need to be a student in full time education. If you have finished University and are completing an internship of work programme you can stay in our residence if you have not yet graduated from your course.
Their rooms are not like a traditional hotel, and do not come with bedding, towels, bathroom supplies or cooking equipment, so we advise you to either bring your own or purchase in advance.
They’d love to show you around! Please book a viewing slot on their website.
Usually about 30 minutes.
No problem, just give them a call and let them know.
Indeed, it will. With their standard package, you will get free high-speed WiFi connection throughout the property, including bedrooms that have a wired connection. You can connect up to 3 devices, so it's perfect for browsing Instagram, watching your favourite Netflix series and studying of course!.
The Internet is provided, they give you the option to upgrade your package for a small fee if you need extra speed for those gaming nights.
Please speak to your residence team for further information.
Yep, you’ll find a TV in all their rooms as well as in the communal lounge, but you’ll be responsible for paying the TV Licence before you binge on that new BBC series.
The laundry service is super easy to use! Download the Circuit Laundry app and head down to the Laundry Room. All the instructions you need will be there to fully utilise the service.
Absolutely! they want you to be as comfortable as possible, so turn your room into a space you love to live in. Just make sure its returned to them the way you found it upon checkout. If not, damage charges will apply.
They prefer to receive rent in four instalments throughout the year. Their instalment dates are aligned with the University term if you are receiving student loan support or a scholarship.
Please contact property to check availability.
Their tenancy/licence dates are set and can’t be changed once they’re in place.
Caton Court Lancaster is located at 5 Bulk Rd, Lancaster, LA1 1DN, United Kingdom.
The property is near the University of Cumbria, Lancaster University, Lancaster & Morecambe College, and the University of Central Lancashire.
Students can choose from Non Ensuite rooms, Ensuite rooms (Copper, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Penthouse), and Studio apartments (Bronze, Silver, Superior Silver, Gold).
Amenities include an 11th floor Sky Lounge, cinema space, secure bike storage, quiet study spaces, modern on-site gym, CCTV, and regular social events.
Rent includes utilities such as water, electricity, WiFi, and contents insurance.
Students can pay via booking deposit and flexible instalment plans, using easy transaction methods.
Cancellation policies include a cooling-off period, No Visa No Pay, No Place No Pay, replacement tenant accepted, and general cancellation policies.
Yes, rebooking is commissionable for 25-26 AY and 26-27 AY, with percentages depending on tenancy duration and student residency.
Yes, Caton Court is exclusively for students.
Yes, a guarantor may be required depending on your residency status.
Yes, extensions are possible subject to availability.
Students can contact Caton Court staff directly for maintenance issues.
Yes, the Caton Court team is available to assist with personal concerns.
Caton Court, Lancaster