Kings Cross

Scape Kings Cross is perfectly placed for those looking for the buzz of London, but in a more tranquil setting. Being in a quiet, suburban area yet so central is a very unique opportunity, with plenty of things to do close by.

It is incredibly easy to visit some of the capital’s most iconic tourist destinations; the famous shopping destination, Oxford Street, is just a short walk away where you’ll find a mix of designer and high-street stores. You’re also in walking distance to some of the city’s hottest night spots, Soho. With renowned restaurants, bars and cafes, you will be able to soak up the culture with your bed just a short distance away. 

Oxford Street, just ten minutes away. Need we say more?

One of the most famous shopping streets in the entire world, if you’re looking for retail therapy, it’s the place to go.

Whether you want to grab some bargains in the flagship Primark, get some new bits from Zara or top up your cosmetics with huge high street names, there are a range of options for you. Don’t forget to carry your student ID with you at all times, just in case you can grab a deal!  

There are so many places on your doorstep. Whether you are visiting the cafés, restaurants and bars such as Caravan or Dishoom, in Granary Square, just around the corner, or venturing a bit more central into town, you will have a whole host of options to feed your cravings.

For options all year round, head there or to Coal Drops Yard, just off the square where there are more than 50 restaurants there, alone. There are plenty of other options, too, as London has some of the most amazing restaurants, take a walk into Soho and experience the bustling nightlife, visit the world-famous Covent Garden or head down to Southbank, where you can watch the world go by with a coffee, or something a bit stronger if you fancied.

Not to mention, you also have all of these at your fingertips to be delivered to your door via Deliveroo, or Uber Eats. 

From world-famous galleries and museums to historical landmarks. There are a million and one things to experience in London.

Whether it’s catching a show on the West End (15-minute walk away), enjoying live music at a range of venues, or watching the stars turn up to a film Premiere at Leicester Square, the city is a hub of culture. Want to learn more about British history, art and culture? The British Museum is just around the corner from Scape Kings Cross.

The city has plenty of other free-to-enter museums and galleries. Have a wander, explore, and immerse yourself in the city.  

Whether you're looking for nature, culture, outdoor activities, or simply a place to relax and enjoy the fresh air, outdoor spaces in London are plentiful and beautiful, all year round.  

There’s something for everyone in London’s parks and public spaces, whether you are exploring the famous parks, such as Hyde Park, Regent’s Park or Battersea Park, in summer exploring Christmas markets on Southbank in winter, or wandering the streets and watching the leaves change colour in autumn, there’s plenty to do.  

Grab a coffee and enjoy the fresh air, watching the world go by, in one of the many fantastic outdoor spaces the capital has to offer.  

Located in the heart of London, Scape Kings Cross offers fantastic access to some of the city's most prestigious universities.

Whether you're heading to UCL (10 minutes by foot), Birkbeck (just 10 minutes by bus or tube) or other top institutions, you'll enjoy fast and convenient routes to campus. 

Living in the heart of Zone 1 means travel is super convenient, there are plenty of transport options to get around. Access anywhere in the capital quickly, Kings Cross tube station is one of the best-connected underground stations in the capital with six tube lines (Northern Line, Metropolitan, Hammersmith and Circle Lines, Victoria Line and Piccadilly Line).

The area is a transport hub as the stations also offer fast train connections to Cambridge, Leeds, Newcastle, Scotland and beyond. It's the perfect location to live to be able to easily explore the rest of the country too. The Thameslink also provides a quick service to Brighton if you want to visit the seaside resort for the weekend.