Location
The University is based in Kingston upon Thames, a busy riverside town on the borders of London and Surrey.
About Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames has something for everyone, including:
a wide selection of shops, bars, restaurants and pubs;- easy access to beautiful countryside, such as Richmond Park and Hampton Court; and
- a rich history dating back to Anglo-Saxon times.
Take a tour of the town in our photo gallery.
Find out more from the Kingston Tourist Information Centre.
Our campuses
The University has four campuses:
- Penrhyn Road – the hub of student activity in Kingston;
- Kingston Hill – a modern hillside campus set in landscaped gardens;
- Knights Park – a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in a riverside setting; and
- Roehampton Vale – a modern building close to Richmond Park.
These are linked by our free intersite bus service. View our Virtual Tour to see what life is like on campus.
How to find us
Central London is just 25 minutes away by train. There is also:
- quick road access to the south and west of England; and
- easy access to Heathrow and Gatwick airports for international travel.
Take a look at our directions to the University or download our maps.
- Click and drag the map to move around.
- Use the zoom tool on the left hand side to zoom in and out.
- Click on a marker to view more information about it
- Toggle between map and satellite pictures using the buttons on the top-right
Halls of residence
Campus
Other University building 
Train station 
Bus station
Useful links
See our video tour of Kingston upon Thames, taking in the bustling town centre and riverside.