Canley and Tile Hill

About the area

Canley

Canley is an ideal location for students looking for a peaceful place to live close to campus. Just a short walk from the university, this residential area offers students a mix of student homes and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSAs) to live in. Many student homes in Canley are cosy and well-maintained, providing a comfortable living space for students.

One of the standout features of Canley is its quiet, green surroundings, perfect for relaxing walks or outdoor study sessions in local parks. The nearby Cannon Park Shopping Centre (a 5-10 minute walk from campus) offers convenience with major and independent chain stores, making it easy to manage your day-to-day essentials. Canley is perfect for students who would like the independence of living off-campus whilst still staying firmly connected to campus life.

Tile Hill

Tile Hill, a residential area adjacent to Canley, offers students a suburban lifestyle. The area has a mix of student homes, ideal for those seeking a quieter place to live while still being close to campus. With good public transport links, it's easy to commute to the university or into Coventry.

Tile Hill also has parks and green spaces, making it great for walks and outdoor activities. It also offers convenient access to local shops and amenities for everyday needs.

Transport links

Train

Canley Railway Station and Tile Hill Railway Station are the main train transport links in the area. They run frequent trains to:

Canley:

London (1-2 hours)
Coventry (3-5 minutes)
Tile Hill (2 minutes)
Birmingham (25-30 minutes)

Tile Hill:

London (1-2 hours)
Coventry (5-7 minutes)
Canley (2 minutes)
Birmingham (20-25 minutes)

Bus

National Express regularly runs buses to get you around the Canley and Tile Hill area.

11 National Express.
- For bus transport links around Canley to campus and Coventry City Centre as well as Kenilworth and Leamington.
18 or 18A National Express.
- For bus transport links around Canley to Coventry City Centre.
6 or 6A National Express.
- For bus transport links around Tile Hill to Coventry City Centre.
14 National Express.
- For bus transport links around Tile Hill to Coventry City Centre.
2 or 2A National Express
- For bus transport links around Tile Hill Station and Coventry City Centre.

To learn more about bus, train, cycling and other transport links around the Canley and Tile Hill area in more detail, visit the University's Mode of Travel page.

Learn more about transport

Your guide to living in Canley and Tile Hill

There are endless things to do and explore in Canley and Tile Hill. We've compiled a few things to help you get started, check them out below.

This is information suggested by students, or from published guides and maps. The purpose of this guide is to be indicative of what is available in the area. We do not advocate for or against visiting one location over another and we would recommend checking the suitability of any venues or locations before visiting.

Think there's something missing? Let us know!

Study:

Libraries

Canley and Tile Hill are very close to the University, with most students opting to use the campus-based library.

Some students also find it helpful to use other local libraries, such as the University of Coventry Library. You can get access to this through SCONUL, a University library scheme that Warwick is also a part of. To find out more you can check out the library webpage, or head to the SCONUL Access website to sign up.

If you're looking for local libraries there is one located in each of Canley and Tile Hill Libraries, but please be mindful when using these. Or you can opt for something more city-central. All local libraries are free to use, both for resources and space- you may just need to register with them.

Study spaces

Shopping:

UK grocery shops Cultural shops Pharmacies and health

Please make sure to take into account your health needs when looking for your next place to stay. Registering with a GP and finding your nearest Pharmacy is incredibly important. For more guidance, you can also check out our health and wellbeing pages.

You can see a list of local pharmacies that can be found when off campus for Tile Hill and Canley
- A lot of students opt for the Boots inside Cannon Park for their pharmacy

See here to find local GPs should you wish to register at a local practice.

Don't forget that you can always look into using the on-campus options as well:

The University of Warwick Health Centre.
You may find it more convenient to use the local Pharmacy housed within the Students' Union.

Shopping centres and malls Sports and exercise

There are a lot of opportunities to get involved with sports and exercise, the Xcel Leisure Centre offers a gym, fitness classes, swimming, a sports hall, and their own pitches.

Don't forget to check out other group activities, such as park runs.

Alternatively, there are plenty of gyms to get involved with however, a lot of students opt for the University's own Sports and Wellness hub, as the University is so close.

Things to do in Canley and Tile Hill:

Faith provision Local attractions

For those looking for things to do in Canley and Tile Hill, make sure to check out:

For further afield, War Memorial Park is about a half an hour walk away, and you can always check out the other Coventry local attractions.

Recreational activities

A lot of students use campus facilities such as the Student Cinema screenings and Warwick Arts Centre cinema. For those with a musical side, you can try the local Samba band or try and catch the Warwick Music Theater Society performances.

Don't forget to keep an eye out for:

Canley Parade and Big Lunch- get a feel through the wonderful video they made
Canley Open Air Cinema
Canley Pop up Cafés

Nightlife and live music Volunteering opportunities

Examples of past volunteering include, but are not limited to:

Food Hub Taster Session Volunteer
Canley Chit Chat ran out of the Community Centre
Community Crafters linked to the Canley Pop-Up Café
Youth Club Volunteer ran out of the Community Centre

There are loads of volunteer opportunities through Warwick Volunteers, you can filter by location on their portal to see what's available!

Eat and drink

Students have mentioned the handy takeaways by Prior Deram Park, and don't forget the central Cannon Park for their options. Tile Hill also offer a range of eateries.For something in between campus and Canley, students often use the Phantom Coach.

There are speciality restaurants in the city centre for those looking for more specific international cuisine, you can check out some options on our Coventry pages.

Other local area guides:

There are currently no additional student guides to living in Canley. Please check out our Coventry pages for other guides.

Safety in Canley and Tile Hill

For comprehensive information and advice about safety off campus, visit our safety and support off-campus page for further details.