Royal Exchange Kingston offers students the perfect blend of study spaces, convenient shopping, and a best-in-class gym. Whether you’re a local Kingston University student or visiting the area, these three spaces at Royal Exchange offer everything you need for a productive and enjoyable day out.
Starbucks: your study haven and social hub
Starbucks at Royal Exchange has become the ultimate student destination, offering spacious seating with individual tables for solo study and larger communal areas perfect for group projects. Free Wi-Fi keeps you connected to online resources. Whether you’re meeting friends between classes, tackling assignments, or preparing for exams, the relaxed atmosphere accommodates everything from intimate catch-ups to collaborative work sessions. Their seasonal menu of coffee, tea, pastries, and sandwiches provides the fuel needed to power through academic schedules without breaking your budget.
Starbucks has rolled out its autumn menu, featuring the new Pumpkin Spice Caramel Macchiato, which you can get hot or iced depending on the weather. They’ve also brought back the classics like the Pumpkin Spice Latte alongside other pumpkin-flavoured drinks, plus some proper autumn treats including the Toffee Apple Muffin and Pumpkin Marble Loaf Cake.
Starbucks offers student discounts via the UNiDAYS app, including a £2 Tall handcrafted beverage every Tuesday and 20% off selected food and drink. To claim, register for a UNiDAYS account, verify your student status, and show your UNiDAYS ID and the relevant barcode at checkout. The offers are valid in-store at participating locations only and cannot be combined with other discounts.
UBX: Boxing Gym and Fitness Hub
Once you’re fuelled up at Starbucks, it’s time to clear your mind and release any academic stress at UBX. Whether it’s a boxing workout or a high-intensity session, UBX offers the perfect physical outlet to complement your mental effort. The gym provides students with opportunities to learn boxing techniques, improve coordination, and boost confidence through workouts that release endorphins and relieve stress. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, the social fitness environment fosters natural connections with like-minded individuals, building friendships and encouraging each other in training goals beyond the gym.
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Grewal’s: Essential Student Shopping
Before you head home, swing by Grewal’s for any last-minute essentials- whether it’s groceries for the week or a quick snack to power through a late-night study session. Grewal’s serves as a crucial resource for students, stocking everything from basic groceries and snacks to personal care items at competitive prices that fit tight student budgets.
Whether you’re living in nearby accommodation, need quick essentials between classes, or facing last-minute emergencies like running out of coffee before an all-night study session, the store provides convenient access to affordable quick meals, study snacks, and household necessities without requiring longer trips to larger supermarkets or disrupting your academic schedule. Take a look at what’s in store here.
Making the Most of Your Royal Exchange Experience
These three locations work perfectly together for a balanced day – end with groceries for your week, enjoy a productive study session at Starbucks, then release stress with a boxing workout at UBX. Combining visits allows for better budget management, picking up affordable groceries, enjoying quality coffee while studying, and investing in your physical health through boxing training.
Royal Exchange Kingston provides the perfect environment for balancing physical fitness, social interactions, and academic responsibilities, offering flexible spaces that adapt to different requirements throughout your academic journey and support your educational goals, physical health, and overall well-being.
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