Everything You Need To Know About Student Living In Dunstable

Moving to Dunstable?

If you’re moving to the Dunstable area for university there are a couple of things you should know before you pack up your belonging and head for the nearest London self storage facility.

The market town based in Bedfordshire has had residents dating back to the roman times. The town is known for its chalk downs, which are most noticeable when approaching the town from the north.

The peaceful little town is 30 miles north of London and has easy travel links into the city. This is the reason a lot of Dunstable residents commute into the capital to work or study there.

Student’s living in Dunstable, this article will give you some tips and tricks about life in the town, what there is to do and what there is to see.

Nightlife

The Grove Theatre is a popular tourist attraction in Dunstable which stages local and professional productions. The town has many bars and restaurants which can be enjoyed most nights throughout the week.

Sport and Leisure

Along with many parks and open areas tended to by the local council, there is Dunstable Leisure Centre. It features a 25-metre swimming pool, squash courts and workout spaces for dancers and gymnastic athletes. There is a gym, indoor bowls green and a multi-use sporting area, which is all included in the membership price.

Shopping and Other Activities

Dunstable is home to 2 shopping centres, which are extensive and well-populated most days. The outside areas around the hills is a popular site for kite flying and other outside activities.

Students, because of the travel links into London and Luton, this is the perfect area for you. A small flat could be perfect for you and a housemate. If you have too many possessions, don’t panic – there is also facilities for self-storage in Dunstable and Luton. Both are branches of City Store, a popular London self storage company which offers students a cheaper, competitive price.

 

If you have recently moved to Dunstable to work or study share you favourite things about the area with us in our comments.