Benedicts Gate
Benedict's Gate is a unique student accommodation in Norwich, offering a range of spacious and stylish rooms. The city of Norwich itself is a vibrant and cosmopolitan place with a rich cultural scene, shopping options, and dining choices. It offers excellent accessibility to the city centre and top universities in Norwich. This student housing in Norwich enjoys convenient connections to public transport, with the nearest Charles Square Bus Stop just a 2-minute walk away, and the Norwich Train Station are reachable in only a 10-minute drive.
Location:
Benedict's Gate student accommodation is located on Barn Road in Norwich, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, and bars. Situated close to Norwich University of the Arts and a short bus journey from the University of East Anglia, it provides a convenient location for students. It offers easy access to the city centre and is within walking distance of the Norwich University of the Arts. The property is also well-connected to public transport, with the nearest bus stop just 2 minutes away and the Norwich Train Station a short 10-minute drive. Norwich itself is well-connected to the rest of the UK via rail, with regular services to London, Cambridge, and other major cities.
Features:
Benedict's Gate boasts a range of amenities that align with students’ requirements. The property offers spacious and well-equipped rooms featuring comfortable double beds, study desks, wardrobes, and ample storage space. The ensuite shower rooms are modern and include all necessary amenities. The property also features a study room, fully-equipped gym, games room, courtyard, and a comfortable lounge area. Free Wi-Fi, bike storage, vending machines, and laundry services are available.
Rooms:
The property offers a variety of accommodation options, including spacious ensuite rooms and stylish studios. The ensuite rooms are fully furnished and well-lit, with a cosy double bed, study desk, wardrobe, and full-length mirror. The studios come with a fully-furnished mini-kitchen, allowing students to cook their favourite meals. Both room types offer a comfortable and convenient living space for students.
Key Locations:
| Universities | Miles | Transportation | Miles | Places Of Interest | Miles |
| University of East Anglia - Main Campus | 2.7 | Norwich Train Station | 1.2 | Norwich Cathedral | 0.5 |
| Norwich University of the Arts - St. George's Building | 0.6 | Norwich Bus Station | 0.7 | Norwich Castle | 0.6 |
| City College Norwich - Ipswich Road Campus | 2.1 | Norwich Park & Ride | 3.2 | Elm Hill | 0.7 |
| University of Suffolk - Waterfront Campus, Ipswich | 40 | Norwich Taxi Rank | 0.3 | The Forum | 0.8 |
| University of Cambridge - Main Campus | 75 | Norwich Cycle Hire | 0.5 | Norwich Lanes | 0.8 |
Benedicts Gate is managed by FSL
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Distance from City Centre
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24x7 Personal Assistance
Room Options
Entire Place
Study desk and chair
Underbed Storage
Wardrobe
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71 St Benedict's Street Norwich NR2 4ABNyeem
Dec 9, 2020
Good location. lot of nearby places to shop. Rooms are clean and good. Friendly staff
Elizabeth Corkery
Dec 9, 2020
Within walking distance to university. Saves a lot of time in travelling.
Payment Details
Booking Deposit:
£150 to confirm your booking(Adjustable in rent).
Security Deposit:
£150 to be paid as security deposit(Refundable at the end of your tenancy)
Instalment Plan:
1. Payment in full.
2. Payment in instalments.
Please note: The first instalment/full payment is due on the 1st August 2025. The subsequent instalments are due as detailed in the Tenancy Agreement.
Guarantor:
1. All applicants are required to nominate a responsible person to act as a guarantor. The guarantor must be over 18 years of age and cannot be someone living with the applicant (other than parents or guardians) or in other accommodation managed by them.
2. A guarantor is required to meet all the obligations as set out in the Tenancy Agreement including guaranteeing the payment of rent if not paid by the tenant and any costs arising from breaches of the tenancy. They will also contact the guarantor if the tenant has been involved with serious incidents of antisocial behaviour. If the tenant fall into arrears or breach any obligations of the Tenancy Agreement, the guarantor will be contacted to ensure the breach is rectified.
Mode of Payment:
Pay using a Credit Card, Debit Card or Bank Transfer.
House Policies
Cooling Off Period:-
- If the booking is cancelled by the applicant prior to it being countersigned, the Advance Rent payment will be returned.
Once the booking is countersigned, Property manager offer a 72 hour “cooling off” period so if circumstances change, the tenant can
cancel the booking subject to having not moved into the property.
- From the 1st August 2025 the “cooling off” period is reduced from 72 to 24 hours after the booking is countersigned.
- To cancel the booking during the cooling off period, please email the Residents’ Team within 72 / 24 hours of being sent
the ‘Lease Agreement Executed’ email. The tenant will then be refunded the advance rent payment. NB. This may take
up to 10 working days to reach your account.
Replacement Tenant:-
1. Once your cooling off period expires, you lose the right to cancel your tenancy. You are liable for the full rent until you find someone to take up a new tenancy with the Landlord for remaining term you no longer wish to have your tenancy for.
2. If you find a replacement, the property will need to do some basic checks to confirm their eligibility to enter into the contract.
3. Only when a suitable replacement has been found and they have completed their tenancy and paid any rent due, you will be released from the tenancy agreement.
Note: There will be certain charges incurred in this case.
No Visa No Pay:-
If an applicant fails to get a visa to enter into the UK, they can cancel their tenancy by providing evidence of their failed
visa application. Once Property manager receive this, Property manager will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance
Rent.
No Place No Pay:-
Once the “Cooling Off” period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking prior to the tenancy start date if:
• You have not acquired the grades to be offered a place at the chosen university.
• You have failed to achieve the grades to continue your study at university.
In these circumstances, please provide evidence (UCAS notification) to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being
notified. Once Property manager receive this, Property manager will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance Rent.
Should you not receive notification of these criteria until after the tenancy start date, you will be responsible for all rent
payments up to the date you provide us with confirmation documentation from UCAS and Property manager reply to confirm the release date with you.
There are no other circumstances under which Property manager will accept a request for a cancellation either before or during the
tenancy.
If travel restrictions related to Covid-19 prevent you from travelling to the UK or Ireland for the start of the 2021/22 academic year, and therefore unable to take up your study place at University, you may cancel your accommodation without penalty. Written evidence from the University must be sent by email to the Residents’ Team no later than 10th September 2021 confirming that you are no longer registered as a student with the institution. If you wish to delay your arrival until travel restrictions are lifted, we will amend your Tenancy Start Date in line with your new arrival date. Requests must be made by email to the Residents’ Team of the accommodation booked. We will apply a credit to your account for the period between your original Tenancy Start Date and your new one. All tenancies will start on a Saturday. This offer does not apply if you have taken up an online course with your University.
If travel restrictions related to Covid-19 prevent you from travelling to the UK or Ireland for the start of the 21/22 academic year, and you therefore decide to not take up your study place at University, you may cancel your accommodation without penalty. Written evidence from the University must be sent by email to the Residents’ Team no later than 10th September 2021 confirming that you are no longer registered as a student with the institution.
Benedicts Gate FAQs
A few weeks before arrival, you will be invited to book a move-in slot by your Accommodation Team. This can be booked via our student portal once we've let you know check-in slots are available.
Book online until the end of 31st July, without seeing the accommodation first, and we run a 72-hour 'Cooling-Off' period, allowing you to cancel your booking within 72 hours of completing the booking. Bookings made from 1st August for the forthcoming academic year have a 24-hour 'Cooling-Off' period. To cancel, write to or email the Accommodation Manager at your chosen location.
Absolutely! Floors, flats and room numbers are available to select during the online booking process.
