Shore Station offers premium Edinburgh student living within the vibrant and cosmopolitan district of Leith, the ’Shoreditch of Edinburgh’. It will provide an elevated lifestyle offering by the sea and connections into Edinburgh city centre in just 10 minutes via the newly extended tram line.
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Shore Station will comprise 632 student bed spaces, made up of 342 clusters (54%) and 262 studios (42%), alongside six 1-bed, two 2-bed and six 3-bed apartments (4%).
Shore Station offers expansive and carefully designed internal and external amenity spaces, distributed throughout the campus-style development. Amenities include study rooms and booths, collaboration spaces, resident lounge, relaxation room, courtyards, cinema, herb garden, gym and over 650 safe cycle storage spaces, equating to 8.3sqm of amenity space per bed.
Carefully designed by Michael Laird Architects, Shore Station will exhibit a combination of new-build and refurbishment of listed buildings to create a highly attractive PBSA scheme, finished to a high-end specification and built around a landscaped central square and courtyard gardens.
Shore Station is set in the heart of Leith, Edinburgh's most vibrant district. Leith offers a superior student lifestyle with its array of amenities, thriving cultural scene and connectivity. Students living in Leith can enjoy an abundance of local culture, including diverse dining options, lively bars and clubs, charming cafés, art galleries, theatres, and breweries.
And with its strategic location near Edinburgh city centre
and universities, students have easy access to educational institutions and bustling city life.
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Leith boasts a thriving art scene, with numerous galleries and theatres to explore. The Scottish Gallery of Modern Art showcases contemporary artworks by both local and international artists, while the revived Leith Theatre hosts cutting-edge performances, adding to the neighbourhood's cultural appeal.
Leith's nightlife scene is vibrant and exciting, with a range of bars and clubs dotted along The Shore, Constitution Street, Commercial Street, Bernard Street and Duke Street – all adjacent to Shore Station. Leith is home to the iconic Brass Monkey, offering an extensive selection of craft beers and spirits, while The Biscuit Factory guarantees an electric atmosphere for a memorable night out.
Leith's rich brewing and distilling traditions are worth exploring. The popular Pilot Beer brewery is renowned for its award-winning craft beers. Campervan and Newbarns similarly offer unique taprooms and fruit beers.
Leith is renowned for its diverse and thriving restaurant scene. Culinary experiences cater to various tastes, with notable establishments such as The Kitchin, a Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for its modern British cuisine, and BABA, a Middle Eastern gem serving vibrant mezze platters and innovative cocktails. Polentoni, a proper Italian deli, serves fresh and colourful Italian food and is extremely popular.
Leith is home to cozy cafés perfect for studying or socialising. Notable establishments include Twelve Triangles, known for its artisanal coffee and freshly baked pastries, and Mimi's Bakehouse, celebrated for its delectable cakes and traditional afternoon teas. Laila, a beautiful pink flower-bedecked café, was totally revamped in November 2022. Foodstory and Écosse Éclair are further examples of sustainable, vegan cafés located on Easter Road.
Renowned food market Leith Farmers' Market showcases a wide range of local and artisanal products, including fresh produce, baked goods, cheeses, meats, seafood, confectionery, and more. It offers a unique opportunity to support local producers and discover high-quality, handcrafted food items.
As far as iconic waterside areas go, they don’t come more legendary than Leith. This historic port on the north shore of Edinburgh has served as the gateway to the city for centuries. The area’s original harbour dates back to the 14th century and in the 18th century it was Scotland’s main trading port. Now it's a vibrant waterside destination lined with cafes, restaurants and wine bars. The scenic waterfront walkway is ideal for leisurely strolls or cycling, while boat trips along the river allow residents and visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings.
Edinburgh is considered one of the most prestigious and desirable student destinations in Europe. The city is home to four main universities including Edinburgh Napier University, Heriot Watt University, Queen Margaret University and the renowned Russell Group University of Edinburgh. It also offers strong employment prospects, owing to an increasing population and thriving financial, technology, hospitality and tourism sectors, evident in it's 51% student retention rate.
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