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Marlborough & Solsbury Court, Bath

Excellent value ensuite rooms for the individual or group traveller. Only 1.5 miles from Bath city centre.

Summary

• 21st century buildings
• Public car parking for a charge (nearby)
• Minimum age 18

Facilities

• Internet access for a charge
• Woodland walks
• Luggage storage
• 24 hour security
• Linen included
• Towels included
• Iron/ironing board
• Telephone

Nearby recreations

• Recommended walks
• Pub (walking distance)
• Museums (walking distance)
• Historic houses
• Gardens
• Golf course (a short drive)
• Tennis courts (walking distance)
• Recommended restaurants (a short drive)
• Theatre (a short drive)

The University of Bath is set in 200 acres of grounds at Claverton Down, just a 5-minute drive from Bath centre. The university has a 24-hour front desk and on-site parking (charges apply). The bright bedrooms each have a work desk and telephone, and most have Wi-Fi access (charges apply). We have a variety of room types from en-suite hotel equivalent bedrooms to bedrooms with shared facilities to suit your needs, most of our rooms are available from June to September however we have 30 en-suite rooms that accept year round bookings. All guests have access to a kitchen and dining area. There are also vending machines for drinks and light snacks. University of Bath has a regular bus service, providing easy access to the city centre. Bath Spa Railway Station is just a 10-minute drive/bus journey away.

Marlborough and Solsbury Court was built seven years ago and has 160 single ensuite rooms which are divided into flats of 5,6 or 7 rooms.

Contemporary single bedrooms, situated around central landscaped courtyards, come equipped with ensuite bathroom, communal kitchen (no equipment provided) and social space available for all guests.

There is a regular bus service to and from the city where you will find a fantastic selection of shops, sites, bars and eateries.

The University has received a 3* Campus grading for its Marlborough and Solsbury Court accommodation from Visit Britain.

Food and Drinks

There are a number of eateries and shops on campus.

Fresh Shop - Minimart - This is open 7 days a week.

4W Cafe - The 4W cafe is open Monday to Friday. It serves coffees/teas, cold drinks, pastries, and sandwiches.

Parade Bar Open from 10am - 7pm Monday to Friday.

Situated on the main parade at the University of Bath the Parade Bar has a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere where you can relax and chill out. Our huge outside seating area makes it a must for those warm summer days.
We offer a wide range of bottled and draught beers from around the world, a variety of wine, classic cocktails and a large variety of hot and cold drinks. Our Chefs have perfected our food menu, with a great choice of dishes available.

Sports Cafe open Monday to Friday from 8am - 9pm. Saturday from 9am - 8pm. Sunday 9am - 6pm.

Located in the Sports Training Village. The Sports Café offers a warm and contemporary atmosphere. Televised sports can also be viewed from the plasma screens in the fully licensed bar.

Food is available throughout the day with breakfast, light snacks, baguettes and early evening meals.

Please check individual venues for opening hours.

Other facilities

Car Parking permits are available from reception. £5.50 each, they are valid up to 7 days. The permit can be collected from Woodland Court Reception.

Coin operated launderettes are located in the Woodland Court Complex.

There are a variety of drink and snack vending machines located around the campus.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: University of Bath, 6W Finance Office, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

Address: Marlborough & Solsbury Court, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY

Check In: From 2pm Check Out: By 10am

Keys for Marlborough Court can be collected between 14.00 and 20.00 from Woodland Court Reception.

After 20.00 keys can be collected from our Security Team located in the Library on the main parade. (No. 1 on the map)

By Bus:

Wessex Connect's U18 uniconnect bus service runs every 10 minutes to the University campus from 07:03 - 20:23 Monday to Friday. From 21:05 buses run every 20 minutes until 02:45. A less frequent service operates at weekends. See timetables and tickets for more details (pdf). Uniconnect buses are in a dark blue colour scheme. For more information, please contact 01225 332726 between 08:30 -17:30 Monday to Friday or email bath@uni-connect.co.uk
First Somerset & Avon's Bright Orange buses 8, 18, 418/9 run from 07:21 until 02:36 at a 6 minute daytime frequency during term; less after 18:00 and university holidays.

By Car:

The University campus is situated on Claverton Down, to the east of Bath. The A4 and A36 roads run through the city; the M4 motorway is approximately 16 kilometres (10 miles) distant.

If approaching from the M4, leave the motorway at junction 18 and follow the A46 south 12 kilometres (8 miles) to the Bath exit from the dual carriageway.

Turning right here brings you on to the A4 westbound to Bath. After 2.4 kilometres (1.5 miles) turn left at the traffic lights (signposted "City Centre A36"); after 640 metres (700 yards) turn left at the traffic lights towards Warminster. In approximately 275 metres (300 yards) turn right into North Road (signposted "Claverton Down"). The Quarry Road entrance to the campus is on the left towards the top of the hill (approximately 1.6 kilometres - 1 mile); the Norwood Avenue entrance is 0.8 kilometres (half a mile) further on in Claverton Down Road.

If approaching from the city centre, the A4 or the A36 eastbound follow signs to "Warminster", "Claverton Down", "American Museum" and "Park & Ride (University)".

If approaching from the A36 (northbound) follow signs to " Claverton Down".

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Exterior of Marlborough/Solsbury

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