By Preeya Abidi-Fallows
Sometimes studying in the library can become repetitive and people want a change of scenery. Fortunately there are plenty of places to go in Chester to study or do work that aren’t your typical academic environment. These are specifically cafes that are friendly towards students logging onto the wifi and grabbing a coffee.
Storyhouse-
Opening Times- 8am to 11pm (Monday- Saturday)
– 9.30am to 11pm (Sunday)
Location- Hunter Street, Chester, CH1 2AR.
Storyhouse is a community building based in the heart of Chester. It runs as a charity and is home to the city’s main library. It hosts 2 theatres, a cinema and a restaurant, all while being a student friendly environment with large benches for people to socialise and work in the restaurant. However there is also an upstairs which is a little quieter and reserved for working and studying.
Bean and Cole-
Opening Times- 9am to 5pm (Monday- Saturday)
-9am to 4pm (Sunday)
Location- 41 Frodsham St, Chester CH1 3JJ
Bean and Cole is an independent Chester coffee shop located on Frodsham street. It is a small friendly environment, with small and a couple of large tables. Bean and Cole is a great alternative if you want a vibrant modern space to work in. This small coffee shop is the perfect place to go if you want a bit of background noise while you work. It also happens to have some of the best food and coffee in Chester to help you while working.
200 Degrees-
Opening Times- 8am to 6pm (Monday- Saturday)
9am to 5pm (Sunday)
Location- 31 Bridge St, Chester CH1 1NG
200 degrees is a trendy, comfortable location within the Chester walls. It also serves as a barrista training centre. It has a large number of tables, perfect for studying with friends. There are great deals that mean eating and having a couple of cups of coffee isn’t breaking the bank account. It serves as a social hub, with people working, relaxing and studying.
By Preeya Abidi-Fallows
