The Tannery is located close to Leicester city centre, offering a convenient setting for students who want easy access to university, shopping and leisure. De Montfort University is around a 7-minute walk away, while the University of Leicester can be reached in approximately 33 minutes on foot. A bus stop is around 6 minutes away, and the surrounding area includes Asian supermarkets, Tesco, Leicester Castle, Leicester Market and Haymarket Shopping Centre, making daily shopping, commuting to class and city-centre activities easy to manage.
The accommodation opened in 2021 and can house around 400 students across eight floors. The Tannery offers both En-suite and Studio room types, giving students flexibility depending on their preferred lifestyle. En-suite rooms are suitable for students who want to live with friends or flatmates while sharing communal living spaces, while Studio rooms are better suited to those who prefer independent living and a more private setup. Some rooms also offer canal views, adding a more distinctive touch to the overall living experience.
Residents benefit from a wide range of modern facilities designed for study, fitness, entertainment and social life. The property includes a TV and games area, large landscaped courtyard, multimedia room, virtual gym, cinema room, study rooms and group study lounges, giving students plenty of spaces to work, relax and meet others. The building also provides Wi-Fi, secure door entry, on-site security, 24-hour CCTV, property management, cleaning services, a maintenance team, lifts, bike storage, laundry facilities and free social events. Overall, The Tannery is well suited to Leicester students who want to live close to De Montfort University while enjoying modern facilities and a lively city-centre atmosphere.