Living in Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton is an exciting and affordable urban study destination that’s only 19 minutes on the train away from the UK’s second-largest city of Birmingham, and under 90 minutes from Manchester and Liverpool.

5th cheapest UK city

for student accommodation by StudentCrowd (February 2024)

More than 4,500

international students from over 130 countries

Ranked as the UK’s most entrepreneurial city

Superscript, December 2022

A vibrant city

As a student at Wolverhampton, you will have the benefit of living in a safe vibrant campus community, but be able to access the opportunities of being close to Manchester and Liverpool.

Make the most of your time with us by discovering the jewels of the city and the rural surroundings highlighted below. Whether you crave entertainment, sports and the outdoors, or wonderful places to eat and shop, Wolverhampton and the Black Country has it all.

Hear from Roshni as she shares what life in Wolverhampton is really like for an international student:

Discover Wolverhampton

West Park

A 15-minute walk from City Campus, West Park offers green spaces, a boating lake, outdoor gym, tennis courts, football pitches, cycling paths, and a café.

Cannock Chase

Spanning over 1,300 hectares, this area offers diverse activities such as Go Ape (tree top ropes courses), mountain-biking trails, wildlife walks, and peaceful picnic spots.

Wightwick Manor and Gardens

This National Trust property is an impressive Victorian manor house, with work by William Morris and the Pre-Raphaelites on display, as well as a stunning garden, featuring apple orchards and floral displays.

Pendeford Mill Nature Reserve

A serene escape from city life, encompassing ancient meadows, woodland, pools, a river, offering opportunities to observe rare birds.

Arena Theatre

Part of the University of Wolverhampton, this intimate theatre provides a diverse theatre programme, featuring professional and amateur productions from both local and national theatre and dance companies.

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

A vibrant hub for arts and culture, offering a variety of exhibitions and installations.

The Grand Theatre

Opened in 1894, offers a variety of touring plays, musicals, and shows.

Life in Wolverhampton

Transport

Affordable living

Modern facilities

Transport

Public and private transport in Wolverhampton is ideal for taking you out and about, with buses, trains, trams, cycle hire available across the city and region.

Affordable living

You can enjoy student discounts at many of restaurants, cinemas, and theatres in Wolverhampton. Some museums and galleries are free, and Wolverhampton offers markets, green spaces, and affordable food.

World-class facilities

Wolverhampton offers state-of-the-art campus facilities, including modern gyms, sports centres, and inspiring study spaces. The city is home to excellent cultural and entertainment venues such as The Halls Wolverhampton and the Grand Theatre, ensuring you have access to top-quality resources for both your academic learning and leisure.

Wolverhampton City Campus

Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY

Telford Campus

Shifnal Road, Priorslee, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 9NN

Walsall Campus

Gorway Road, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 3EZ

Show Places

Wolverhampton City Campus

Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY

Telford Campus

Shifnal Road, Priorslee, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 9NN

Walsall Campus

Gorway Road, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 3EZ

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Find out more about Wolverhampton

Markets

Discover Wolverhampton markets: the City of Wolverhampton Market, Bilston Market and Wolverhampton Speciality Market.

Art

Explore Wolverhampton's vibrant art scene: Wolverhampton Art Gallery, Bantock House Museum, Bilston Craft Gallery and the Arena Theatre.

Outdoors

Escape the city at Himley Hall and Park or Pendeford Mill Nature Reserve, or explore nearby country parks such as Baggeridge Country Park and Chasewater Country Park.