The University of Worcester has four main sites around the city: St John’s, City, Severn and nearby Lakeside campuses. This guide explains what you’ll find at each, how to plan a campus visit and what to know about parking and local connections.
- Four main sites: St John’s, City, Severn and Lakeside campuses.
- From Boutique By Browns: about a 22-minute walk or 7-minute drive to the University.
- Campus tours: prospective visitors can book a tour led by a current student or recent graduate.
- Getting between campuses: St John’s and City campuses are a 20-minute walk apart, with Severn between them.
University campuses and visitor destinations
The University of Worcester’s four main sites serve different purposes, so check which campus your visit is connected to before setting off. St John’s is the largest campus; City Campus is home to The Hive library, and Severn Campus is home to the University Arena. Lakeside is nearby and is also one of the University’s main sites.
St John’s and City campuses are a 20-minute walk from each other, with Severn Campus between them. That layout can help when you’re planning a visit that involves more than one site, but make sure you know the specific building or appointment location.
The listed addresses are St John’s Campus, Henwick Grove, Worcester, WR2 6AJ; City Campus, Castle Street, Worcester, WR1 3AS; and Severn Campus, Hylton Road, Worcester, WR2 5JN. The University provides campus-specific directions for all four sites, as well as building accessibility details through AccessAble guides.
Finding your campus or appointment
Use the University’s campus-specific directions to confirm the right entrance and building for your appointment. The addresses can help distinguish St John’s, City and Severn campuses, while Lakeside has its own campus information.
The University also provides walking route maps for St John’s to City Campus, City to St John’s Campus, and St John’s Campus to The Hive. If your plans include a meeting at one campus and a visit to The Hive, that route map can help you organise the walk.
For accessibility planning, building information is available through AccessAble guides. Check the guide for the specific building you’ll visit so you can plan around its access details.
Campus tours and visitor parking
Prospective visitors can book a University of Worcester campus tour by completing the University’s booking form. Tours are led by a current student or recent graduate, and you can bring guests. Speaking with an academic team member or viewing accommodation may be possible during a visit, but depends on availability and is not guaranteed.
Parking arrangements depend on the campus and the reason for your visit. For a staff appointment, ask your host to request a reserved space at Jenny Lind car park or the visitors’ car park, Car Park B, at St John’s. Other guests need to buy a valid Pay & Display ticket.
At St John’s, Car Park A is the short-stay car park near Main Reception. Car Park G has dedicated disabled parking, including spaces available by special arrangement. Blue Badge holders can park free on campus, but must register and display a University of Worcester parking permit.
Severn Campus uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition. Your vehicle registration is recognised at entry, and you pay at a Pay & Display machine before the exit barrier opens. Parking rules and charges can change, so check the official University of Worcester site before you go.
Travelling between the hotel and campus
The University is about a 22-minute walk from Boutique By Browns, or about 7 minutes by car. The walking option gives you a straightforward way to reach a campus visit from the hotel; if you’re driving, check the parking arrangements for your destination campus first.
Worcester Foregate Street station is a 5-minute walk from City Campus. From there, St John’s Campus is a 25–30-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride. Bus number 31A connects St John’s Campus with Worcester Bus Station in the city centre.
City Campus is in the heart of Worcester, with the city’s bus and train stations a few minutes’ walk away. The University also identifies nearby council car parks. For a closer look at the Arena and its approach, see the University of Worcester Arena visitor guide. For wider connections, read about Worcester stations and local transport.
FAQs
How many campuses does the University of Worcester have?
The University identifies four main sites: St John’s, City, Severn and nearby Lakeside campuses.
Can you book a University of Worcester campus tour?
Yes. Prospective visitors can book through the University’s campus-tour booking form. Tours are led by a current student or recent graduate, and guests may come along.
Where can visitors park at St John’s Campus?
Car Park A is the short-stay option near Main Reception, while Car Park G has dedicated disabled parking. Staff appointment visitors can ask their host about a reserved space.
How do you get from Foregate Street station to St John’s Campus?
St John’s Campus is a 25–30-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride from Worcester Foregate Street station.