Discover all about student life in Burnley

Explore everything Burnley has to offer. Here, at the heart of Pennine Lancashire, our thriving student town has something for everyone. Whether you’re a night owl socialiser or an early bird exerciser, a coffee shop lounger or savvy shopper. It’s a place full of life, bursting with things to do and places to go.

Our students are a friendly and inclusive bunch, and they’re ready to welcome you. Check out our video guide to life here and discover your Burnley.

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Thinking about commuting to classes?

Many of our students live at home and commute to campus for their studies. If you're a thinking about doing the same, visit our commuter students page for all the information you need to help you decide.

Find out more about commuting

What's in Burnley?

Green spaces

Take a moment to relax. Visit one of our six beautiful Green Flag parks, and many other green spaces.

History

Discover local history. Explore Towneley Hall, a magnificent historic house, art gallery and museum.

Entertainment

Take time out. Go to the cinema, bowling alley, art gallery, sports centre or theatre.

Outdoors

Get some invigorating country air. Hike up the stunning Pendle Hill or explore the Forest of Bowland.

Whatever you’re into, you’ll find a range of fabulous live music venues featuring every musical genre. And if good conversation and great food with friends is more your thing, there’s also a wide range of restaurants for a foodie get-together.

Mad for football? Burnley people are. One of the 12 founder members of the Football League, Burnley FC are affectionately known to their super-passionate fans as the ‘Clarets’. Currently in the Championship, Turf Moor is the second-longest continuously used ground in English professional football. That’s quite a history. Maybe it’s why, relative to Burnley’s population, the Clarets are one of the UK’s best supported clubs.

When you’re ready to venture further afield you’ll discover some of the North West’s biggest attractions within easy reach of the campus. Check out our main campus in Preston or head for the bright lights of Manchester - both are just 25 miles away and easily reached by direct train or bus. The M65 (junction 10) links us to the motorway network, so if you’re driving, Blackpool, the Lake District, Leeds, Liverpool, the Yorkshire Dales and more are all just an hour away.