North East

Student life in Durham

181 places students use in Durham: accommodation, eating out, cafés, pubs and bars, gyms, supermarkets, barbers and banks. Independents first. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Student picks include The Pancake Cafe for coffee, Antico for eating out and Healthlands Ladies Fitness Club for fitness.

Universities: Durham University.

UniMove operate in Durham on Thursdays, every week.

Fig. 1. UniMove student storage

Store your things in Durham over the holidays

UniMove collects your things from your room, stores them safely over the holidays and brings them back when you return. Door to door, packed and labelled, one price paid up front.

UniMove operate in Durham on Thursdays, every week.

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One all-in price covers collection, storage and return. See it before you pay.

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Nearby cities

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Where do students eat, drink and train in Durham?

Everything Student lists 181 businesses across 9 categories in Durham for students at Durham University, independents first. Independent picks include The Pancake Cafe for coffee, Antico for eating out, Healthlands Ladies Fitness Club for fitness. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Can UniMove collect and store my things in Durham?

Yes. UniMove collect from your room in Durham on Thursdays each week, store your things over the holidays and bring them back when you return, door to door. Enter your details in the booking tool for your day and one all-in price before you pay.

What are the best cafes for students in Durham?

Everything Student lists 25 cafes and coffee shops in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include The Pancake Cafe, Bagel Break Deli & Cafe and Biz-R. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best places to eat out for students in Durham?

Everything Student lists 25 restaurants and takeaways in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include Antico, Coarse and Fat Hippo. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What gyms are there for students in Durham?

Everything Student lists 23 gyms and fitness centres in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include Healthlands Ladies Fitness Club, Shape Studios and The Durham Yoga Studio. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What are the best pubs and bars for students in Durham?

Everything Student lists 25 pubs and bars in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include The Victoria, Bar 33 and Bohemia. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best barbers and beauty salons for students in Durham?

Everything Student lists 25 barbers and beauty salons in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include Associates, Hair, Body & Mind, Barber of Neville and Beauty Rising. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which supermarkets are near the university in Durham?

Everything Student lists 25 supermarkets and grocery shops in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include Everyday Oriental Food, The Weigh To Shop and 7 Days Oriental. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which letting agents handle student accommodation in Durham?

Everything Student lists 21 student lettings agents in Durham, independents first. Top independent entries include Harrington Sales and Lettings Ltd, M.C. Lettings & Property Management and Evenmore Properties. Last checked 23 October 2026.

UniMove operate in Durham on Thursdays, every week. They collect from your room, store over the holidays and bring it back. Get a price →