The Maltings
Haven Road, Colchester, CO2 8FU
Student living minutes from The University of Essex Colchester Campus, in a city with an eclectic mix of ancient and modern
Colchester offers the best of both worlds: a city rich in Roman history with a modern arts, music, shopping, food and nightlife scene. Walk the Roman walls, explore Colchester Castle or wander through the historic centre, then discover independent cafés, bars, shops and green spaces. The Maltings is just minutes away from The University of Essex Colchester campus, one of the most internationally diverse campuses in the world with a beautiful parkland setting. With en-suite rooms, welcoming social spaces, study areas and a gym, there’s everything you need to live and learn in this vibrant city.
Why you'll love it here
4.3/5
- Easy walk or cycle to lectures at the University of Essex
- Close to shops, cafés and entertainment on The South Lanes or Trinity Street
- Fully-equipped gym open 24/7
- Cinema room, separate TV room and a games lounge with pool table and table football
- Landscaped outdoor courtyard to relax and enjoy the sun
- Supermarket in the building for stocking up on essentials
- Room options from private studios to shared flats
- Ultra-fast Wi-Fi
- All-inclusive bills
- Communal study space with large tables and study booths
- Secure bike storage and car park available
- Safe and secure with CCTV and security doors
What life feels like here
Study routines
Quiet time
There’s no one way to do student life.
There’s no one way to do student life. Some days are busy. Some are social. Some are for getting your head down. Some are for doing absolutely nothing. At Student Castle, you can find your own rhythm. Cook with friends. Study somewhere quiet. Meet someone new. Head into the city. Or close your door and have some time to yourself. Live it your way.
Life at Student Castle
Move-in day
Meeting your neighbours & making friends
Events
Study routines
Quiet time
There’s no one way to do student life.
There’s no one way to do student life. Some days are busy. Some are social. Some are for getting your head down. Some are for doing absolutely nothing. At Student Castle, you can find your own rhythm. Cook with friends. Study somewhere quiet. Meet someone new. Head into the city. Or close your door and have some time to yourself. Live it your way.
Life at Student CastleMove-in day
Meeting your neighbours & making friends
Events
Rooms designed around the way students live
Ensuites give you a private bedroom and bathroom within a shared flat - the best of your own space with a social kitchen and living area.
Choose your ensuite
Bronze Ensuite
from £139 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Gold Ensuite
from £168 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Platinum Ensuite
from £179 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Silver Accessible Ensuite
Sold out
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Silver Ensuite
Sold out
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Bronze Ensuite
from £139 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Gold Ensuite
from £168 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Platinum Ensuite
from £179 p/w
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Silver Accessible Ensuite
Sold out
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Silver Ensuite
Sold out
- 3/4 bed
- En-suite shower
- Fitted wardrobe
- Plenty of storage
- Study desk
- Shared kitchen & living area
- 100Mbps broadband & wifi
- Plenty of plug sockets
Life in this neighbourhood
- 1University of Essex
Everything you need. Nothing you don’t.
Thoughtfully designed spaces
TV room, games room & social spaces
Dedicated study spaces
Thoughtfully designed spaces
TV room, games room & social spaces
Dedicated study spaces
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