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Cambridge University and Cambridge Colleges
(Cambridge, England)



Cambridge University consists of 31 separate, financially independent Cambridge colleges, located throughout Cambridge. Dating back around 800 years, many of the Cambridge University colleges are historic buildings with wonderful, historic architecture, often featuring a number of impressive chapels. Here are a list of the main Cambridge University colleges.

Cambridge University: Christ's College - St. Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BV, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 334900
Located in central Cambridge, the impressive Christ's College, part of Cambridge University, has many attractions. Highlights at Christ's College include spectacular Tudor buildings, classical Cambridge architecture, detailed carvings, 18th-century facades and a pleasant garden.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free




Cambridge University: Churchill College - Storey's Way, Cambridge, CB3 0DS, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 336000
Churchill College is one of the most recent colleges built in Cambridge and was opened in 1960. Located on the outskirts of central Cambridge, Churchill College concentrates on science and technology. Named after Winston Churchill, this modern Cambridge college is within easy reach of Cambridge city centre,
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Clare College - Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 333200
Founded in 1326, Cambridge's Clare College is actually the second oldest college in Cambridge and has always been an important part of Cambridge University. Attractions at Clare College include detailed architecture, stone carvings, and the Fellow's Garden, which features landscaped gardens, flower borders and seating areas. Clare College is situated in central Cambridge.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: charge, children under 16 years old are free

Cambridge University: Clare Hall College - Herschel Road, Cambridge, CB3 9AL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 332360
Built in 1966, Clare Hall soon became an independent college within Cambridge University and features impressive, modern Swedish architecture. Clare Hall can be found in central Cambridge, close to many Cambridge attractions and facilities.
Cambridge University college open: daily
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Corpus Christi College - Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338000
Corpus Christi College features the oldest university college court in Cambridge and is situated in central Cambridge. This important Cambridge building dates back to the mid-14th century and attractions at Corpus Christi College include the cast Parker Library, passageways, detailed architecture and an interesting, religious college crest.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Darwin College - Silver Street, Cambridge, CB3 9EU, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 335660
Darwin College, part of Cambridge University, is situated in central Cambridge. Named after Charles Darwin, Cambridge's Darwin College is next to the Mill Pond, where Cambridge punting is a popular pastime.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: charge

Cambridge University: Downing College - Regent Street, Cambridge, CB2 1DQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 334800
Downing College, part of the vast Cambridge University complex, is situated in central Cambridge. With glorious Greek-style buildings and architecture, Cambridge's impressive Downing College was built in 1800 and is named after its founded, Sir George Downing. Over the years, Downing College has been sympathetically extended and features large lawns and gardens.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Emmanuel College - St. Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3AP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 334800
Situated in central Cambridge, Emmanuel College is one of the most striking university colleges in Cambridge, and features a yellow stone exterior. Founded in the late-16th century, Cambridge's Emmanuel College stands in the centre of Cambridge city and features a grand chapel designed by Christopher Wren.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Fitzwilliam College - Huntingdon Road, Cambridge, CB3 0DG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 332000
Formerly known as Fitzwilliam House, this Cambridge University building was founded in 1869 for students unable to afford full Cambridge college membership fees. The site was further developed in the 1960s and now includes a number of striking, modern college buildings and a small chapel. Fitzwilliam College is situated on the outskirts of Cambridge.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Girton College - Huntingdon Road, Cambridge, CB3 0JG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338999
Girton College, on the edge of Cambridge, was the first women's college to be built in Cambridge and was completed in 1869. Attractions at Girton College include landscaped gardens, Victorian architecture and outdoor plays during the summer months in Cambridge.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Gonville and Caius College - Trinity Street, Cambridge, CB2 1TA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 332400
Founded in 1348, Gonville and Caius College is the fourth oldest college in the Cambridge University complex. Highlights include a chapel dating back to the 14th century, pretty courtyards and historic, stone gates.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Homerton College - Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 2PH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 307111
Founded more than 200 years ago in London, Cambridge's Homerton College became part of Cambridge University in the late-19th century. Located on the south side of Cambridge, Homerton College is used as a teacher-training college.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Jesus College - Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8BL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 339339
Jesus College, in central Cambridge, was founded in the late-15th century and features some of the most historic and precious medieval university buildings in Cambridge. These Cambridge attractions include a 12th-century chapel, a grand dining hall, detailed architecture, stone carvings and a number of attractive, more modern buildings.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: King's College - King's Parade, Cambridge, CB2 1ST, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 331100
Located in Cambridge city centre, King's College has a number of impressive Cambridge buildings, some of which date back to the early 18th century. Other attractions at King's College in Cambridge include a chapel, large lawns, riverside walks and pleasant gardens.
Cambridge University college admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens and children
Cambridge University college open: Monday to Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday - 09:30 to 16:30, Wednesday - 10:00 to 16:30, Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00

Cambridge University: Lucy Cavendish College - Lady Margaret Road, Cambridge, CB3 0BU, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 332190
The Lucy Cavendish College in central Cambridge was built in the mid-20th century as a Cambridge University college for women. Home to around 200 female students, the Lucy Cavendish College in Cambridge is one of the smallest Cambridge University colleges.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Magdalene College - Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 332100
Magdalene College is one of the most famous Cambridge University colleges and was founded in the mid-16th century by King Henry VIII. Situated close to the River Cam, attractions at Cambridge's Magdalene College include a college chapel and the highly regarded Pepys Library. Many famous historic figures have studied in Magdalene College over the years.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: New Hall - Huntingdon Road, Cambridge, CB3 0DF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 762100
Founded in 1954, New Hall can be found in central Cambridge, at the top of the famous Cambridge Castle Hill. This women-only Cambridge University college features a number of important, historic buildings and spectacular, panoramic views across Cambridge.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Newnham College - Sidgwick Avenue, Cambridge, CB3 9DF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 335700
Newnham College opened in central Cambridge in 1871 as a women-only Cambridge college, in an effort to encourage more female students. Highlights include detailed Victorian architecture, gardens and many nearby Cambridge attractions.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Pembroke College - Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338100
Founded in the mid-14th century, Pembroke College features an important chapel, which was one of Christopher Wren's earliest designs. This is the third oldest college in the Cambridge University complex and features an imposing clock tower, attractive gardens and a number of important statues.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Queens' College - Silver Street, Cambridge, CB3 9ET, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 335511
Cambridge's important Queens' College is one of the most famous colleges in Cambridge University and features wonderful Tudor architecture. Founded in 1448, other attractions at Queens' College include impressive cloisters, courtyards, gardens, historic murals and the well-known Cambridge Mathematical Bridge. Queens' College is situated in central Cambridge.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: April to October - free, November to March - charge

Cambridge University: Robinson College - Grange Road, Cambridge, CB3 9AN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 339100
Cambridge University continues to expand and Robinson College is one of the latest additions to the complex. Built in the late 1970s, Cambridge Robinson College features modern, red-brick architecture, balconies, a courtyard and a stunning chapel.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Selwyn College - Grange Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 335846
Selwyn College is named after George Augustus Selwyn, a former student of Cambridge University who went on to become the first Anglican Bishop of New Zealand. Founded in the late-19th century, Selwyn College features attractive gardens, red-brick architecture and a peaceful setting.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: Sidney Sussex College - Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HU, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338800
Located in the heart of Cambridge city centre, Sidney Sussex College dates back to the 15th century. Highlights at Sidney Sussex College in Cambridge include an important Cambridge chapel, stone walls and many historic, period features, both inside and out.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: St. Catharine's College - Trumpington Street, Cambridge, CB2 1RL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338300
Founded in the late-15th century, St. Catharine's College was built in central Cambridge and is conveniently located close to many of Cambridge's attractions and facilities. The original buildings at St. Catharine's College were rebuilt in the 17th century, and now feature classical, Cambridge red-brick architecture.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: St. Edmund's College - Mount Pleasant, Cambridge, CB3 0BN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 336250
St. Edmund's College was founded in the late-19th century as a Roman Catholic college and only became recognised as part of the Cambridge University complex in 1965. Located in central Cambridge, St. Edmund's College is now a postgraduate Cambridge college.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

Cambridge University: St. John's College - St. John's Street, Cambridge, CB2 1TP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338600
Founded in 1511, St. John's College was built on St. John's Street, in Cambridge city centre. Attractions at St. John's College include a historic gatehouse, courtyards and the famous Cambridge Bridge of Sighs, which was built in 1831.
Cambridge University college open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 09:30 to 17:00
Cambridge University college admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens and children

Cambridge University: Trinity College - Trinity Street, Cambridge, CB2 1TQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 338400
Trinity College was founded in central Cambridge in 1546 and quickly became the wealthiest Cambridge University college. Formerly two separate Cambridge colleges, Trinity College features many historic attractions, period features and pleasant gardens.
Cambridge University college open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Cambridge University college admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Cambridge University: Wolfson College - Barton Road, Cambridge, CB3 9PB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1223 335900
Wolfson College, situated on the outskirts of Cambridge, was founded by Cambridge University in 1965. With students from all over the world, Wolfson College is known as the most cosmopolitan college in Cambridge University.
Cambridge University college open: hours vary
Cambridge University college admission: free

 
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