Known mostly for its football clubs, Manchester is the second most visited city in the UK. But there’s so much more than just football fans visiting the city. There are two major universities that make up for most of the city’s student crowd - the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. Since there are plenty of international and domestic students that come to Manchester, more often than not there is a dearth of on-campus student accommodation. This is why students will find that there are various options close to the university campuses, one of which is iQ Lambert and Fairfield.
Situated right next to Manchester Piccadilly Train Station, this student accommodation places you in a convenient location in the city close to all the happening spots in Northern Quay. With so many facilities like study and social spaces, including a cinema, gym, a two-lane bowling alley, karaoke room and gaming area, it’s no wonder students spend most of their time onsite.
iQ Lambert and Fairfield is ideally located for students who attend Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Manchester. Since the university campuses are less than a 20-minutes’ walk away, students benefit in terms of saving time and money on travel. When you want to travel to the nearby cities, take the train from Manchester Piccadilly station which is a 2-minutes’ walk away from the property.
Places of interest
Apart from being well-connected to the entire city, the accommodation also offers plenty of places nearby where students can spend time. Here is a list of places that are a must-visit if you are new to the city and want to make the most of your time.
1. Alan Turing Memorial
Unveiled in 2001, Alan Turing Memorial is situated in Sackville Park in Manchester and is in memory of Alan Turing, a pioneer of modern computing. The figure which is sitting on a bench is made of bronze and etched on the bench is a cipher meant to resemble the output of the infamous Enigma Machine which Turing helped crack.
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2. Palace Theatre Manchester
Having been an important part of Manchester’s vibrant cultural scene since 1891, Palace Theatre Manchester is a delight for those who love the performing arts. With a wide range of drama, musicals, and concerts, the theatre is one of the city’s premier venues for top-quality productions from around the world.
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3. O2 Ritz
Refurbished in the year 2011, O2 Ritz has been at the heart of the city’s social scene attracting some of the all-time greatest performers. From the like of Artic Monkeys to Kendrick Lamar, the venue is a must-visit for all the music lovers who want to spend the night dancing away. That’s not all, 02 Ritz has also staged professional wrestling events and hosted regular club nights.
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4. Piccadilly Gardens
Situated in the heart of Manchester, between Market Street and the edge of the Northern Quarter, Piccadilly Gardens is a great place to spend your day off. The open green space is surrounded by a mix of modern as well as historical architecture. It also makes for the perfect location for a range of music and cultural events held throughout the year.
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With so many things to do around Manchester, iQ Lambert and Fairfield is one of the best student accommodation that provides you easy access to everything around the city.