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• Visiting Cambridge Colleges in 2024 – Latest Information

Most visitors to Cambridge would like to take a look inside a College or two. There’s over 800years of history to explore and many of them are free to enter.

We have created an exclusive and helpful table showing Colleges, weblinks, opening information and charges. See here… https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OlNqtNpEPFtrLmnF4n6VCbJWccBZEgP59_tpjdX3WmE/edit?usp=sharing

It should be noted that Colleges are private institutions that have the ability to close at a moment’s notice if a special guest has been invited to look round or something like that. There is no guarantee that a College will be open on the day you might have decided to visit.

If there is a concert or a recording taking place this might also be a reason for a College to close so it’s best to check their websites before you go. Many Colleges keep their social media up to date with any opening restrictions.

We hope some of your questions might be answered below:-

Which are the best Colleges in central Cambridge that are free to look round?

These would be:-

• Christ’s College where Charles Darwin studied (Only open Tuesdays and Thursday)
• Downing College has the Heong Gallery
• Pembroke College with it’s Chapel by Sir Christopher Wren
• Gonville & Caius College with it’s different courts and medical history
• Jesus College with it’s garden sculptures
• Magdelene College right on the river with the Pepys Library
• Peterhouse being the oldest of all the Colleges in Cambridge
• Sidney Sussex where Oliver Cromwell’s head is buried
• St. Catherine’s College in a small intimate College in the heart of Cambridge
• Trinity Hall has an amazing history and a beautiful garden on the river

Which are the Colleges that charge visitors to enter?

These would be:

• Clare College
• Corpus Christi College
• St John’s College
• King’s College
• Queens’ College
• Trinity College

Which are the most famous or popular Colleges to look round?

Trinity college.

Trinity is by far the wealthiest and the largest of all the Colleges in Cambridge. They only charge £3 for an adult to enter the College but access is restricted to the Great Court and the Chapel. To gain admission enter via the Great Gate on Trinity Street.

It is also possible to see the Great Court free of charge by entering through the Queen Elizabeth Gate on Trinity Lane but do not cross the barrier marked PRIVATE! If you do the porters wearing bowler hats will be after you.

Trinity Great Gate seen from the Great Court

KING’S COLLEGE

King’s College is probably the most visited College in Cambridge as the chapel is the finest example of late gothic architecture anywhere in the world. It has the finest example of renaissance stained glass anywhere in the world and the largest fan vaulted ceiling.

To look round the chapel and grounds at King’s you can buy a ticket online here:  https://www.kings.cam.ac.uk/visit/your-visit

It is £1 cheaper online but you can just pop into the Kings Shop on Kings Parade and buy your ticket there. It is £11 for an adult and £8.50 for a child when buying from the shop.

Once you have your ticket you will need to walk round to the north door of the chapel to present your ticket and enter.

Inside King’s College Chapel

After you have seen the chapel and the priceless painting by Rubens you can walk round the College grounds. Many visitors just head off after the chapel but it’s a strong recommendation to enjoy the grounds and walk over the bridge to the west, which has inspired famous Chinese poetry.

It is worth noting that with many guided walking tours entry to the chapel is included. Many people walk around the chapel but have no idea what they are looking at so having a guide is a strong recommendation. These can be arranged through Cambridge Walking Tours http://www.cambridgewalkingtours.co.uk/

It is possible to attend a Choir Services known as Evensong at King’s College chapel free of charge. These take place in term time and you will need to book online as they are restricting the number of people attending due to Covid-19. You can see all the information you need and book online here:- https://www.kings.cam.ac.uk/chapel/attending-chapel-services

Once you’ve booked you need to come to the front of King’s College on King’s Parade at 4:55pm. If you are after 5:05pm you will be at the back of the queue. At 5pm you will be allowed into the College and permitted to queue up at the south door to the chapel (follow the crowd). At 5:15pm you will be allowed into the chapel. At 5:30pm Evensong will start. You will not need to pray or sing. Just stand up when everyone else stands up and sit down when everyone else sits down. The service lasts around 45mins. Dress appropriately for a religious service and do not take photographs. It’s important to be respectful of the College allowing visitors to participate in an ancient and beautiful tradition.

King’s College taken from Queen’s Road

QUEENS’ COLLEGE

Queens’ College is special because of the wooden bridge over the cam often incorrectly referred to as the Mathematical Bridge. It also has a historic sun dial and some of the oldest courts in Cambridge.

It is only £5 to look around this College and much of it is open to the public.

Access is gained via Queens’ Lane.

St. JOHN’S COLLEGE

St. John’s College is very famous as William Wordsworth studied here and it’s one of the most beautiful. It is also the only College to have two bridges over the river one being the famous Bridge of Sighs.

The movie about Steven Hawking’s life called The Theory of Everything was filmed here although Mr. Hawking went to Trinity Hall.

Entry to this College is £11 for an adult and they charge for children over 12yrs. This is the most expensive of all the Colleges to visit.

With the entry to the College you can wonder around most of the buildings. It’s possible to go into the chapel but often this is restricted just to the entrance and not the stalls.

Make the most of your time at St. John’s College and make sure you walk over the Bridge of Sighs and into New Court and the gardens.

New Court at St. John’s College

What Colleges are off the beaten track but worth a visit?

Selwyn College is a short walk to the west and has some pretty buildings.

Churchill College is a bit of a trek but it has a lot of grounds and some amazing sculptures.

When is the worst time of year to visit the Colleges?

That would be April and May whilst the exams are taking place. Colleges are often closed around this time to allow students to study and prepare for exams.

When is the best time of year to visit?

July and August are good because Colleges are open and there are no student’s around but King’s College Chapel Evensong is not on as it is out of term time.

June can be a great time with Evensong on, students still around and the crowds have not arrived.

If you want to see some nervous new students and get a feel for life as a student October can be fun.

Our favourite time in September when things are quietening down but the evenings are still long and mild.

Here are some other bits of information about visiting Colleges that you might wish to know

Cambridge Alumni can gain entrance to Colleges with their CamCard. It allows them to bring one guest with them into St. John’s or Queens’ or up to three guests in other Colleges. It even allows access with two guests into King’s College Chapel.

Cambridge residents can apply for a resident’s card at Kings Shop to gain access to Colleges for free.

Social distancing is still important to reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19. There are various measures in place within Colleges that must be adhered to. There is a new booking system for the chapel at Kings for example to keep numbers in confined spaces to a minimum.

Colleges are centres for academic study and life within them are for students, staff and fellows. It is a privilege to be allowed in as a visitor so be mindful of people trying to work.

Many people see their College as their home and identify strongly with them. Alumni and staff can choose to get married in their College chapel as example and so often a College might close for the day to allow that to happen.

If you are interested in women-only Colleges there are now only Murry Edwards and Newnham after Lucy Cavendish started to admit men in 2021.

Once you have looked round a College take the time to enjoy their gardens. Make the most of your visit. College gardens are arguably more exclusive and more enjoyable to look round than the buildings.

Fellow’s gardens are closed to the public but each summer they hold plays as a part of the Shakespeare festival. It is a chance to look inside a garden that’s rarely available to the public’s eye. Get to a performance well before the start and enjoy the garden before the play begins. Don’t forget to bring your picnic! For more information visit https://cambridgeshakespeare.com/

When walking around Colleges it’s easy to forget that the cobbles under your feet are hundreds of years old and may not be perfectly flat so do mind your step.

Fellows are often trying to educate young minds just the other side of a window as you walk around a College so do be mindful not to shout. Many areas are marked PRIVATE for good reason.

Be aware of emergency procedures in the event of an alarm. This information is usually quite clear but might be worth noting as you go in.

We hope this article has proved interesting and useful.

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Open Days Programme 2024: College sessions

All 29 undergraduate Cambridge Colleges will be participating in the Open Day on 13 September 2024.

Details of each College's tours and sessions can be found below. You don't need to book for any specific College sessions, unless otherwise stated in the programme.

If you're not sure where to start with the Colleges you can find out more about choosing a College and watch the Warm-up Webinar from July.

Address:  Christ's College, St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU

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Address : Churchill College, Storey’s Way, Cambridge, CB3 0DS

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Address: Clare College, Trinity Lane, Cambridge CB2 1TL

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Address: Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RH

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Address: Downing College, Regent Street, Cambridge, CB2 1DQ

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Address: St Andrew's Street, Cambridge CB2 3AP

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Address: Girton College, Huntingdon Road, Cambridge, CB3 0JG

Girton College will be running a shuttle bus from the centre of the city to the College. The shuttle bus will depart from Corpus Clock, 58 Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH.

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Address: Gonville & Caius College, Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1TA

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Address: Homerton College, Hills Road, Cambridge CB2 8PH

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This College is for mature students aged 21 or over only.

Please note Hughes Hall is closed to visitors between 12:30pm and 1:30pm.

Address: Hughes Hall, Wollaston Road, Cambridge CB1 2EW

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Address: Jesus College, Jesus Lane, Cambridge CB5 8BL

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Address: King's College, King's Parade, Cambridge CB2 1ST

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Note: Prospective students are restricted to 2 guests while visiting King's College due to the high volume of visitors.

Address: Lucy Cavendish College, Lady Margaret Road, Cambridge CB3 0BU

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Address: Magdalene College, Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG

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This College is for female students only. 

Address: Murray Edwards College, Huntingdon Road, Cambridge CB3 0DF

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• Free hourly shuttle bus from Cambridge Train Station - Stop 5, via West Road Sidgwick Site
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Address: Newnham College, Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge CB3 9DF

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Address: Pembroke College, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RF

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Address: Peterhouse, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RD

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Address: Queens' College, Silver Street, Cambridge, CB3 9ET

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Address: Robinson College, Grange Road, Cambridge, CB3 9AN

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Address: Selwyn College, Grange Road, Cambridge CB3 9DQ,

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Address: Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HU

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Address: St Catharine's College, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RL

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Address: St Edmund's College, Mount Pleasant, Cambridge, CB3 0BN

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Address: St John's Street, Cambridge, CB2 1TP

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Address: Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1TQ

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Address: Trinity Lane, Cambridge CB2 1TJ

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Address: Barton Road, Cambridge, CB3 9BB

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CHALLENGE YOURSELF AT CAMBRIDGE’S THIRD-OLDEST COLLEGE

Founded in 1347, Pembroke College at the University of Cambridge combines historic teaching methods with cutting-edge research. Tap experts in your discipline and go deep into a subject you’re passionate about, with as few as one or two other students in a classic supervision group. It’s a format that creates amazing academic freedom.

Great academics are just the start. Meet friends—and make new ones—over foosball at Pembroke’s Junior Common Room, a.k.a. JCR. Or chill out by the River Cam, which runs through the heart of Cambridge.

Your program also includes IFSA excursions and activities that give you deeper cultural insights (included, no extra fees). Possibilities include a West End theater performance, a cooking contest in the tent made famous by the Great British Bake Off , and a visit to Darcy’s Pemberley—really Chatsworth House—from the Pride and Prejudice film production.

Applications are due April 1 for upcoming fall, academic year, and spring terms. Apply early for this competitive program.

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There are no traditional classes at Cambridge University. Rather, Cambridge has the supervision system, which is a weekly one-on-one, or in a small group, with your supervisor, in which you discuss your work and the topics that you are studying, ask questions, and receive feedback. Students typically take two courses, called ‘papers’ at Cambridge per semester. Each paper typically consists of eight hour-long supervisions. A course of lectures also supplements your supervisions for each paper, and your supervisor will advise you about which lectures you should attend.

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Students applying for Pembroke College may study in one of the following departments:

• Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic Studies
• Archaeology
• Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
• History of Art
• Linguistics
• Mathematics
• Modern and Medieval Languages
• Human, Social, and Political Science (Political Science, International Affairs, Anthropology)
• Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion

If you are accepted to study at Pembroke College, you will be sent further information about how to make your paper choices and asked to submit five choices in order of preference. You will submit your preferences shortly after admission, but the two papers per semester that you have been assigned can usually only be confirmed around one month before the start of the program. Explore the  course overview booklet  for more information.

Withdrawal from this program after acceptance of an admissions offer is a very bad idea, as the cancellation policy is very strict. No exceptions are granted, even for illness or other unforeseen circumstances.

Lab & Field Trip Fees Please review syllabi and course materials when registering for direct-enroll classes. Certain classes may have a one-off lab or field trip fee disclosed in the syllabus or during the first meeting of the class. These fees are not included in your IFSA program fee. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.

Because of the highly individualized nature of the Cambridge supervision system, it takes time for your supervisions to be arranged. This is not just a matter of signing up for a class, so when you submit your paper choices these will be taken as final. It is not usually possible to make subsequent changes to your choices. You will be sent confirmation of which papers you have been assigned around one month before the start of the program.

Students can apply for more than one subject at Pembroke if you have a justification for doing so (eg. if you are a double major, or have a particularly interdisciplinary major).

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Here’s what to expect at the University of Cambridge, Pembroke College:

• More emphasis on independent The university recommends completing ten hours of independent study for each academic credit you seek.
• More advanced instruction and work than you’d find in a class at the same level in the United States. Because most English university degrees are three-year programs, students gain specialized knowledge faster here.
• Less personal access to professors. Instead, it’s common to connect with more junior faculty members.
• Grades are often based on a single final exam or final paper, or on just a few assignments.
• Choose classes from one department to avoid scheduling conflicts. Local students usually specialize in one department for classes, which means different departments don’t schedule classes with other departments in mind.
• Full access to the university’s robust academic support system and resources, including an assigned advisor for academic support. IFSA local staff are also available for individual help.

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• You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university.
• You must have completed at least two (2) full-time years of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term.
• Eligibility requirements can vary among host institutions. Please ask your IFSA Enrollment Counselor for specific information.

Recommendation Letters Your application to this program will require two (2) academic letters of recommendation on home institution letterhead.

TRANSCRIPT Upon completion of your program, IFSA will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your IFSA Student Portal. The transcript reflects classes taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost . See our  Transcripts  page for more information.

Activities and excursions are designed to pull you into the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. There’s no extra fee to participate in these optional outings—everything is included in your program fee.

Below are a selection of activities and excursions from previous terms; options may vary for your program. Due to the seasonal nature of many of program activities, we cannot guarantee a specific activity or excursion will be available in a given term or program.

• Varsity Sports: Cambridge has a rich sporting culture (and it’s not just rowing!). IFSA will cover the cost (what Cambridge calls “subs”) for students playing for university teams.
• Magdingley Hall and Afternoon Tea Experience:  Madingley Hall has been described as a 20th century restoration of an 18th century adaptation of a 16th century Tudor manor house. It is also a story of wealth, power, decline, and enthusiastic restoration. Today it is the home of Cambridge University’s Institute of Continuing Education, and the tour guides are proud to be associated with the hall and to be allowed, by special arrangement, to take you around. A tour of the hall wouldn’t be complete without experiencing English Afternoon Tea, full of tradition, celebration, and a tremendous amount of cake.
• Women’s History in Cambridge Tour: This tour covers the key role Cambridge played in education for women and women’s suffrage, as well as considering some of the tremendous women who have been associated with the city. Some key highlights areas include Millie Fawcett’s house, Newnham College, Senate House, and Market Square. You will find out how things have changed since women were first admitted to the University of Cambridge 150 years ago.
• West End Theatre Performance: No time in the UK would be complete without a trip to the West End, London’s famous theatre district. Shows are chosen that provide context or different perspectives on London/the UK/Europe. Recent examples include Operation Mincemeat and Cabaret .
• University of Oxford Visit: See how they do it at “the other place!” The rivalry between Cambridge and Oxford is centuries old. On this trip, tour an Oxford college, visit the renowned Ashmolean Museum, and delve into the history of the oldest university in the English-speaking world, and the complex relationship between “town” and “gown.” You may even get to meet some IFSA Oxford students to compare notes!
• Stonehenge and Bath Visit: Stonehenge has stood on Salisbury Plain for around 5,000 years and it’s still unknown how the prehistoric monument came to rest there! Make up your own mind during this visit and discover the fascinating theories behind these rocks. You’ll learn about Stonehenge from the fascinating exhibits and be able to enjoy a virtual sunrise as it rises over the prehistoric stones! Afterward, travel to the Roman city of Bath for a walking tour of this World Heritage city once home to Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Gainsborough, Lord Nelson, and Beau Nash. Then prepare to travel back 2,000 years to the Roman era with a visit to the Roman Baths.
• Piers and Queers Brighton Trip: Since the 18th century, Brighton has become a cosmopolitan place of recreation, escape, and freedom. A destination for people who didn’t conform. With an LGBTQ+ population now estimated at 15%, Brighton celebrated England’s first civil partnerships, and hosts the UK’s largest Pride event as well as Europe’s first Trans Pride, rightly earning its title as the LGBTQ+ Capital of Britain. Peers and Queers is a tour of Brighton from LGBTQ+ perspective. This colorful 90-minute walk along the beach and historic city center takes in more than 200 years of history including Regency Dandies, 1950s lesbian and gay life, and political activism. Afterward, there’s time for a walk on the pier and fish and chips, just watch out for seagulls!
• Big Welsh Weekend: Delve into the rich history of Wales and explore its unique culture and its complex relationship with the rest of the UK on a weekend that takes in the famous Tintern Abbey, the historic Raglan Castle, the Blaenavon coal mines, and St Fagan’s, a museum that has preserved buildings and cultural practices from Welsh history. Spend the night in Cardiff, the Welsh capital, and discover the Cardiff Bay area, home of the Welsh Parliament.
• Yorkshire Adventure: Explore the vibrant and historic county of Yorkshire on a weekend trip where you’ll discover how this English region has contributed to the UK’s cultural landscape. Highlights may include the Bronte Parsonage in Haworth, the Piece Hall in Halifax, the Victorian model village of Saltaire, or the imposing Harewood House in Leeds.

Housing and Meals

All students live in either Pembroke College on-site accommodation or in the college’s off-site central townhouse residences.

Some accommodations feature modern spaces and extra amenities such as private bathrooms that warrant higher rent. Students who are placed in more expensive housing incur additional charges to cover these costs. 

• On-Campus Rooms. Single rooms with shared bathrooms. Cambridge has many old buildings, which means room size varies. Bed sheets and towels provided. Halls have kitchenettes with microwave, toaster, kettle, and basic utensils. 
• City Centre Townhouse. Pembroke offers traditional residential townhouses in the city center which house a small number of students per house. Located on quiet residential streets, these houses are usually Victorian or Edwardian in style, feature single bedrooms with shared bathrooms, and are an attractive alternative to living within the Pembroke College grounds. Bed sheets and towels provided.
• Meals:  Your program fee includes 10 meals a week at Pembroke College Dining Hall. Beyond that, you can purchase additional meals at the dining hall, or explore other options in town.  
• Commute:  Student housing is on campus, or within easy walking and cycling distance of campus (Cambridge is a bike-friendly city). Local buses are another easy option. 
• Nearby:  The Backs (a pretty greenspace along the River Cam). Market Square. Cambridge University Library. ADC Theatre. 

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Cambridge - Visit to Pembroke College

Save the date, to join the Suffolk Cambridge Society for a visit to Pembroke College Cambridge, which will include a two-course lunch followed by a tour of the college hosted by Sir Roger Tomkys (past master).

Sir Roger will also give a talk titled - ‘Oxford to Cambridge by camel’. Roger was at Oxford, then our ambassador in the Middle East, and finally Master of Pembroke.

10.30am: Meet for tea/coffee in The Old Library at Pembroke

11.15am: Talk by Sir Roger Tomkys ‘From Oxford to Cambridge by camel’

12.30pm: A two course lunch. Please select from the attached menu. After lunch, there will be a guided tour of the College with Sir Roger Tomkys

After lunch, there will be a guided tour of the College with Sir Roger Tomkys.

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If you would like to attend this event please, complete the online booking via the link below. 

We recommend using Cambridge Park and Ride. Parking is free and the return bus fare is £3 (free after 9.30am with a concessionary pass). The walking distance from Drummer Street bus station to The Old Library in Pembroke is about 0.5 mile.

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