Need a break from the books and the city buzz? The Lounge is your ultimate off-campus home base. Run by the University with your well-being as our top priority, we're a dedicated safe space for all students.
We're a minute's walk from the town centre and a quick 5-minute stroll from both Augustine House Library and North Holmes Road.
Pop in between lectures for some fun. We have a variety of games to help you de-stress. Challenge a mate to a game of pool, show off your skills at ping-pong and darts, or get competitive on our games consoles. It's all here for you to enjoy!
Weekly events
There's always something happening here! Our weekly student union nights, featuring sports teams and societies, are a great way to feel at home and connect with your community.
Wednesday: Final Whistle
Every Wednesday, come down and celebrate our Christ Church sporting heroes! We cheer on the successes of our teams in the BUCS leagues, so you can be part of the winning atmosphere and show your support.
Tuesday and Thursday: T/T Social
Open format. Equal parts social and event space. Our dedicated mid-week mixes casual hangs and curated events. Running every Tuesday and Thursday evening, the space operates on an open-format model—meaning it dynamically adapts to whatever the night requires.
Friday: The Live Lounge
oin us on Friday nights for incredible live music that won't cost you a thing. We’re showcasing the freshest up-and-coming talent in partnership with Below the Radar, alongside standout artists from our own campus. Entry is completely free—just show up, grab a drink, and catch the vibe. Look on our social media for upcoming shows.
Opening times
Tuesday - Friday
14:00 - 22.00
The Lounge has term time based opening hours, please check our social media channels for opening hours around summer, Christmas and Easter periods.
Socials:
Facebook: @CCCUTheLounge
Instagram: @cccuthelounge
We're proud to be a Best Bar None accredited venue. This award is a partnership between us, Kent Police, Canterbury City Council, and Canterbury BID, all working together to make Canterbury's nightlife safer.