Fri 14 Sep – Sat 15 Sep 2018 - University of Cambridge · a celebration of Cambridge’s history,...

Fri 14 Sep –Sat 15 Sep 2018

To pre-book, visit:www.opencambridge.cam.ac.ukor call: 01223 766766

There is no need to pre-book events unless specifically stated.

Bookings open:Mon 13 Aug 2018

Lines open:11AM – 3PMMon – Fri

The University of Cambridge and our sponsors and partners are proud to present the Open Cambridge Weekend.

Tips for attending Open Cambridge

Æ All events are free of charge unless otherwise stated.

Æ Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Æ You may be refused entry if you arrive after an event has started even if you have booked.

Limited tickets may be available on the day for all pre-book events. Your attendance at the festival signifies your agreement to comply with the Guidance for attending Open Cambridge: www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk/attending

Our thanks go to the Cambridge Blue and Green Badge Guides – all members of the Society of Cambridge Tour Guides – who are leading themed walking tours for Open Cambridge 2018 for free.

Those who book walking tours are expected to keep up at a moderate pace for the duration of the tour. We regret that dogs, pushchairs, scooters and bicycles are not permitted.

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https://www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk/attending

Welcome to Open Cambridge 2018

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Cambridge opens its doors for a special weekend

Open ObservatoryP.9

The Sainsbury LaboratoryP.16

The Complete Cambridge TourP.8

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OPEN CAMBRIDGE6–17

OPEN EDDINGTON18–23

BRIDGE THE GAP24

MAP AND ACCESSIBILITY26–27

Welcome to Open Cambridge, a celebration of Cambridge’s history, architecture, art and gardens.

Throughout Friday 14 and Saturday 15 September join us for walks, talks, tours and exhibitions that will highlight aspects of the City’s history – natural and cultural, civic and religious, scholarly, recreational and industrial.

Open Eddington will showcase the North West Cambridge development and its buildings in this new neighbourhood.

We hope that you will enjoy exploring this wonderful City.

Open ObservatoryP.9

The Parker LibraryP.15

Gallery TalkP.13

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Open Cambridge

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ARTSCAPE: THE JUXTAPOSITION OF ART, ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE AT MURRAY EDWARDS COLLEGEMurray Edwards College is home to award-winning gardens, an internationally acclaimed art collection by women artists, and a bountiful archive and library among, and within, its celebrated brutalist architecture. The tour is led by the Librarian, the Art Curator and the Head Gardener. Visitors are invited to stay for tea in the Rosemary Murray Library at the end of the tour.

10AM - 11.30AM 2PM - 3.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Meet in the Library, Murray Edwards College, New Hall, CB3 0DF

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Talk• Tour

TOURS OF SIDNEY SUSSEXJoin us for a tour of Sidney Sussex College led by the Head Porter, exploring parts of the College not normally seen by the public.

10AM - 11AM 11AM - NOON 2.30PM - 3.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Tour

INVADERS, TRADERS AND TRAVELLERSInvaders, traders and travellers have visited Cambridge for many centuries. Join Cambridge Green Badge Guide Max Field on this walking tour to explore the area around the river port, once the hub of the town, the origins of Magdalene College, and the old Danish quarter.

10AM - NOON Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Museum of Cambridge, 2/3 Castle Street, CB3 0AQ

• Pre-book• 14+• Arrive on time• Tour

MARSHALL LIBRARY OF ECONOMICS OPEN DAYA rare chance to see this library space designed by Sir Hugh Casson and hidden within the Austin Robinson Building on the Sidgwick Site. There will be tours on the hour and a chance to view some of our Rare Books, many of which were once owned by Alfred Marshall, the founding father of economics.

10AM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Austin Robinson Building, Marshall Library of Economics, Sidgwick Avenue, CB3 9DB

• Pre-book• Adults• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Tour

MIND YOUR HEAD: PHRENOLOGY AT THE WHIPPLEVisit the Whipple Library for a special joint display of pamphlets, books, models and ephemera relating to phrenology within the Whipple Museum. Investigate the products of the 19th century pseudoscience that declared personal characteristics were represented by the shape of your head.


Whipple Library, School Lane, Cambridge, CB2 3RH

• 14+• Drop in• Exhibition

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TEA AND TOURSJoin us for a behind-the-scenes tour at the Brighton Building. Meet the Sedgwick Museum team, learn about the important work carried out at our Conservation Laboratory, see some archive treasures and find out how we decipher the hidden histories of rocks. Refreshments will be available during the morning.

10AM - NOON Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Madingley Rise, A G Brighton Building, Madingley Road, CB3 0EZ

• Pre-book• Adults• Arrive on time• Tour

WOMEN AND THEIR WORK: 19TH CENTURY SELWYN WOMEN IN THEIR OWN WORDSExplore 19th century New Zealand, Melanesia, and life closer to home in the words and images of three women who experienced them first hand: Sarah Selwyn, Annie Selwyn, and Kathleen Lyttelton.


The Library, Selwyn College, Grange Road, CB3 9DQ

• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition

THE COMPLETE CAMBRIDGE TOUR: PUNTING AND WALKINGStart your trip on a chauffeured punting tour along the majestic Cambridge college backs. Afterwards, join a Blue Badge Guide for an intriguing walking tour around the historic city.

11AM - 1PM 1PM - 3PM 3PM - 5PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Scudamore’s Punting Company, Granta Place, Mill Lane, CB2 1RS

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Talk• Tour

THE GARDENS AT CLARE COLLEGEAn informal tour of the gardens at Clare College, taking in their history, future development and how they are maintained. The tour includes a trip to the Fellows’ Garden with its magnificent herbaceous borders and specimen trees, the sunken pond garden and tropical garden.

11AM - 12.30PM 2.30PM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Clare College, Trinity Lane, CB2 1TL


MEET THE CURATOR:STAR CARRA special tour of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology’s new exhibition, looking at the prehistoric site of Star Carr in Yorkshire.

11AM - NOON 1.30PM - 2.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Downing Street, CB2 3DZ


WHO WAS FENNER? CRICKET AND FOOTBALL IN CAMBRIDGE UP TO 1848Join Nigel Fenner for a brief walking tour, starting at the new 1848 Laws of the University Football Club sculpture on Parker’s Piece, finishing at Fenner’s Cricket Ground Pavilion for an hour long talk on Mr Francis Phillips Fenner and the history of sport in Cambridge.

12.30PM - 2PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Parker’s Piece, opposite the Fire Station, CB1 1JF


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QUIZ A CONSERVATOR!We are letting our conservators out of the lab for the afternoon! Discover how the historic bird specimens have been conserved for our new displays, and get the chance to ask a conservator your burning questions. See our summer exhibition, Still Life, in a new light as we talk about how old and new compare.

1PM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Museum of Zoology, Downing Street, CB2 3EJ

• All ages• Drop in• Talk

MUSEUM OF ZOOLOGY DISCOVERY TALKS: BEETLE COLLECTIONS OF LEONARD JENYNS AND CHARLES DARWINJoin Matt Hayes as he explores the life of Leonard Jenyns, an important 19th century naturalist and friend of Charles Darwin. The Museum houses many specimens that he collected and notebooks in which he made detailed observations of the wildlife of Cambridgeshire. These give a fascinating glimpse of local habitats almost 200 years ago, and a comparison with what we see in them today.

1.15PM - 1.45PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Museum of Zoology, Downing Street, CB2 3EJ

• 14+• Arrive on time• Talk

IF THE SHOE FITS: CONSERVATION CONVERSATIONSDrop in to the Polar Museum and see some of our curious collection of boots used in Polar explorations. Meet our conservator Sophie Rowe and find out about the stories behind the shoes.


Scott Polar Research Institute, The Polar Museum, Lensfield Road, CB2 1ER

• All ages• Drop in• Talk

SELWYN COLLEGE GARDENS TOURJoin us for a guided tour of Selwyn College’s gardens. This is a very good time of year to visit the gardens with the Victorian border at the height of its display.


Porters’ Lodge, Selwyn College, Grange Road, CB3 9DQ


GOTHIC REVIVAL AND DECORATIVE ARTSJoin Cambridge Green Badge Guide Yvonne Pinchen on a walking tour of Peterhouse, St Mary’s Church, St Botolph’s Church and Queens’ College, to focus on the work of nationally acclaimed designers, artists and artisans who restored these buildings in the 19th century, including George Frederick Bodley, George Gilbert Scott, Charles Eamer Kempe and William Morris.


Meet outside Little Saint Mary’s Church, Trumpington Street, CB2 1QG


OPEN OBSERVATORYVisit the historic Cambridge Observatory. View the engineering marvel of the great Northumberland Telescope and the fascinating technology of the Thorrowgood Telescope. The neo-classical Observatory building of 1823 will be open, including its library – one of the very few specialist astronomical libraries in the country.


The Observatory, Institute of Astronomy, Madingley Road, CB3 0HA


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PICTUREBOOKS: A TALK BY PROFESSOR MORAG STYLESJoin Professor Morag Styles to learn more about the fascinating world of contemporary picturebooks and children’s responses to them. There will also be an opportunity to view an exhibition of some of Homerton College Library’s collection of rare children’s books.

Please note: this event is not intended for young children.


Mary Allan Building, Homerton College, Hills Road, CB2 8PH

• Pre-book• 12+• Arrive on time• Talk

TALL TALES: SECRETS OF THE TOWERThroughout its history the Tower of Cambridge University Library has generated awe, rumour, myth and fascination. Our exhibition, Tall Tales: Secrets of The Tower, invites you to uncover the secret history of this remarkable structure.

9AM – 6PMÆ FRI 14 SEPT 9AM – 4.30PMÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Cambridge University Library, West Road, CB3 9DR

• All ages• Drop-in• Exhibition• Related talk p.16

TREASURES OF QUEENS’ COLLEGE OLD LIBRARYThe Old Library dates from 1448 and its 20,000 volumes include medieval manuscripts, incunabula, books with elaborate bindings and early editions of important works. Many of the books have been annotated by generations of Queens’ scholars, providing an invaluable record of intellectual activity from early modern times until the 19th century.

9.30AMTHEN EVERY 30 MINS UNTIL 2.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Old Library, Queens’ College, Silver Street, CB3 9ET

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Talk• Tour

THE ART OF DISRUPTION: SOCIETY AND THE SUPERNATURAL200 years after the publication of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, explore the strange, subversive and chaotic world of the supernatural at Christ’s College’s Old Library.

10AM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Christ’s College Library, St Andrew’s Street, CB2 3BU


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BEFORE SIDNEYAn exhibition of artefacts and documents illustrating the history of the site on which Sidney Sussex College was founded in 1596. On display will be items found during the 1958 and 2018 excavations, including Saxo-Norman and later medieval pottery, and stained glass from the Franciscan church.


Richard Powell Library, Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU


CAMBRIDGE MOSQUE OPEN DAYEnjoy some of our many activities including: a guided tour of the mosque, an exhibition of Islamic art and culture, a chance to see how Muslims pray, Q&A sessions and much more.

10AM - 5PMÆ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Abu Bakr Mosque Cambridge, Cambridge Mosque, 1A Mawson Road, CB1 2DZ

• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on• Talk• Tour

LAWMAKERS AND GROUNDBREAKERS: SQUIRE LAW LIBRARY TOURThe Squire Law Library maintains one of the largest legal collections in the UK, which underpins the teaching and research activities of the Faculty of Law. Tour the unique library space, designed by Foster and Partners, and view a specially curated display in the Maitland Legal History Room celebrating 100 years of women in law.

10AM - 10.50AM 11.10AM-NOON Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

The David Williams Building, Squire Law Library, 10 West Road, CB3 9DZ


GREAT ST MARY’S: THE MOTHER CHURCH OF CAMBRIDGEThis tour explores the role that Great St Mary’s played in shaping Cambridge. Discover the surprises contained in the Churchwardens’ accounts and find out how one incumbent may have influenced Hollywood.

The tour includes a visit to the galleries (no disabled access). Meet outside the West door of the Church opposite the Senate House.

10.30AM - NOON Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Great St Mary’s, Senate House Hill, CB2 3PQ


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WOLFSON COLLEGE GARDENS TOURThe gardens at Wolfson have been described as the most interesting and diverse in Cambridge. Join the Head Gardener for a tour around our garden ‘rooms’, which feature a fantastic range of mature trees, colourful perennial borders, topiary, roses and grasses.

10.30AM - NOON Æ FRI 14 SEPT2PM - 3.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Wolfson College, Barton Road, CB3 9BB


ANNUAL ROYAL ACADEMY GRADUATE EXHIBITIONThe Royal Academy Graduate Exhibition features the work of an outstanding student who has just completed the three-year postgraduate course at the Royal Academy Schools.

11AM - 3.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT11AM - 4PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Combination Room, Wolfson College, Barton Road, CB3 9BB


CAMBRIDGE FIRE STATION OPEN DAYAn opportunity to find out what goes on inside a working fire station and speak to the firefighters who work there.


Cambridge Fire Station, Parkside, CB1 1JF

• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on• Talk• Tour

WOMEN IN CAMBRIDGEFor centuries, university education excluded women, yet from the earliest days, Cambridge University depended on their patronage and work. Led by Cambridge Green Badge Guides, this walking tour looks at the influence of women in Cambridge, from early College founders, through Queens and townswomen, to the 19th century pioneers who founded the first women’s colleges, and their successors.

11AM - 12.30PM 2PM - 3.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Front of The Guildhall, Market Place, CB2 3AD


HISTORIC CAMBRIDGECambridge is renowned for the beauty of its buildings and for its rich history, dating back to the Romans. It is a history packed with famous names and great achievements, plus a few infamous names and student pranks. Join Cambride Blue and Green Badge tour Guides to discover some of the people, events and places that have made Cambridge the vibrant city and scientific powerhouse it is today.

11.15AM - 12.45PM 2.15PM - 3.45PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT Æ SAT 15 SEPT



CAMBRIDGE SPIESThere is more to Cambridge spying than what the KGB called the ‘Magnificent Five’ who betrayed their country to the Soviet Union. Join Cambridge Green Badge Guides on a walking tour of the Colleges associated with Cambridge’s contribution to the world of espionage.

11.30AM - 1PM 2.30PM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT



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STORIES OF THE AMERICANS IN BRITAIN DURING WORLD WAR II.Some American soldiers never went home and are buried here in British soil. Come and walk the beautiful grounds and explore the Visitor Centre: join a flagpole introduction or book a full tour to hear the stories of the ‘Friendly Invasion.’

11.30AM - 12.20PM 1.30PM - 2.20PM 3.30PM - 4.20PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Cambridge American Cemetery, Madingley Road, Coton, CB23 7PH

• Pre-book• Adults• Arrive on time• Tour• Related talk p.16

DO I HAVE TO DRAW YOU A PICTURE?The eighth exhibition at the Heong Gallery brings together a collection of contemporary American and British prints, from the British Museum and elsewhere, on the themes of communication, the breakdown of communication and isolation. Artists include Louise Bourgeois, Jenny Holzer, Jasper Johns, Eduardo Paolozzi, Grayson Perry, Wolfgang Tillmans and many more.

NOON - 5PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT10AM - 6PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

The Heong Gallery, Downing College, CB2 1DQ

• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition• Tour

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL: INSIDE THE COLD WAR BUNKERDiscover more about the nuclear bunker deep beneath the County Council’s office buildings. Thankfully not needed for its intended use, the County Council has converted the space to store significant items from its archaeological collections. This tour includes a visit to the bunker and a chance to view some of the archaeological material stored inside it.

1PM - 2PM 2PM - 3PM 3PM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTNOON-1PM 1PM - 2PM 2PM - 3PM 3PM - 4PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Castle Court Building (to the rear of Octagon Building), CB3 0AP

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Tour

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THE HISTORY OF THE BOOKFrom medieval manuscripts to the Private Press movement: explore the history of the book in the atmospheric setting of St John’s College’s 17th century Library.

2PM - 4.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

St John’s College Old Library, St John’s College, CB2 1TP


LITERARY CAMBRIDGEFrom John Milton to Joanne Harris, Cambridge has a rich literary history. Join Cambridge Green Badge Guide Peter Hains on this two hour walking tour to discuss around 60 novelists, poets and playwrights connected with the City, and hear extracts from their works.

2PM - 4PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT11AM - 1PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Visitor Information Centre, The Guildhall, Peas Hill, CB2 3QL


TOUR OF ROBINSON COLLEGE GARDENSDiscover the spectacular college grounds, a fusion of several original Edwardian gardens, each with their own distinctive character, given focus by a new small lake.

2PM - 3.30PM 4.15PM - 5.45PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

Porters’ Lodge, Robinson College, Grange Road, CB3 9AN


TUDOR CAMBRIDGEWhat did the Tudors ever do for us? Join Cambridge Green Badge Guide Gerald Smith on a walking tour to look at the dynasty’s lasting influence on the City and University. Who were the influencers, who benefitted, who lost out and how did the ideas perpetuated in Cambridge contribute to events on the national and global stages?

2PM - 3.30PM Æ FRI 14 SEPTÆ SAT 15 SEPT

St John’s College Great Gate, Trinity Street, CB2 1TP


HISTORY OF MARSHALLS AND TOUR OF AIRCRAFT HANGARSA behind the scenes tour of some of the hangars and a short talk on the history of Marshalls.

4PM - 5.30PMÆ FRI 14 SEPT10.30AM - NOON - SAT 15 SEPT

Main entrance, Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, The Airport, Newmarket RdCB5 8RY

• Pre-book• Adults• Arrive on time• Talk• Tour

A TALE OF A YALE AND A WHALECambridge is full of clever and famous people, but this walking tour, led by Cambridge Green Badge Guide Leigh Watson looks at the animals – real, extinct and mythological – that adorn many of the buildings.

Not suitable for children under 8 years.

4PM - 5.15PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT10.30AM - 11.45AM Æ SAT 15 SEPT


• Pre-book• Arrive on time• Talk• Tour

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6.30PM – 10PM Æ FRI 14 SEPT

Amuse Bouche (V)

STARTERSalt Cured Salmon with Vodka, Juniper, Rosemary & Lemon Zest OrWobbly Bottom Goats Cheese, Fig & Onion Tart (V)

MAINRoasted Supreme of Corn Fed Norfolk Chicken, Potato Gnocchi, Courgette Ribbons, and a Tarragon Crème FraîcheOrMushroom and Chestnut Pithivier (V)

DESSERTPassion Fruit and Vanilla Cheesecake with an Orange and Grapefruit Salad and Honeycomb Crumb (V)OrEnglish Cheese Plate (V)

Coffee and Madingley Mint

Includes pre-dinner drink.

DINE AT MADINGLEY HALLJoin us and dine in the beautiful and historic Madingley Hall.

CAMBRIDGE BUDDHIST CENTRE OPEN DAYA day of free tasters including meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, short talks on Buddhism in the 21st century and more. There will also be tours of the 200 year old pre-Victorian Festival Theatre (Grade II listed), and the renovated Georgian House which has been the home of Cambridge Buddhist Centre for 20 years. The cafe will be open from 12-4pm.

10AM - 4PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Cambridge Buddhist Centre, 38 Newmarket Road, CB5 8DT

• All ages• Drop in• Hands-on• Talk• Tour

MADINGLEY HALL AND GARDENSGuided by local experts, including Head Gardener of 30 years Richard Gant. Discover the beauty of Madingley Hall, Estate and Gardens 70 years after its purchase by the University.

10AM - 4.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Madingley Hall, Institute of Continuing Education, University of Cambridge, Madingley, CB23 8AQ

• All ages• Drop in• Tour

• Pre-book• Adults• Arrive on time• £39

Madingley Hall, Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley, CB23 8AQ

THE MANUSCRIPTS OF THE PARKER LIBRARY: COLLECTING AND PRESERVING THE MEDIEVAL PASTThe Parker Library Collection was assembled during the Reformation and contains many of the oldest and most important illuminated manuscripts in Britain. On show is an exhibition of some of the many treasures of the library along with a demonstration of how these books were assembled and are repaired today by the Cambridge Colleges’ Conservation Consortium.


The Parker Library, Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH


ALL SAINTS’ OPEN DAY: DISCOVER AN ARTS AND CRAFTS GEMJoin us in celebrating the wonderful art and design in the church, including the wall decoration, stained glass, textiles and organ. We will also explore the fascinating stories of the men and women who built and shaped All Saints’ through the centuries.


All Saints’ Church, Jesus Lane, CB5 8BP

• All ages• Drop in• Talk• Tour

The after dinner speech will be given by Head Gardener Richard Gant.

The Terrace Bar serves a full selection of drinks and will be open during the event. Cash and card payments accepted.

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THE SAINSBURY LABORATORYVisit the Stirling Award winning Sainsbury Laboratory. Learn about the fundamental plant research undertaken in the laboratory and the ideas behind the design of the building.

10AM - 11.30AM NOON - 1.30PM 2PM - 3.30PM 4PM - 5.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Sainsbury Laboratory, 47 Bateman Street, CB2 1LR


SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY TOWERThis guided tour reveals some of the secrets held in Cambridge University Library’s most recognisable feature – its 157ft tall tower housing nearly a million books.


Cambridge University Library, West Road, CB3 9DR

• Pre-book• Adults• Tour• Related exhibition p.10

GALLERY TALK: DO I HAVE TO DRAW YOU A PICTURE?Join Dr Prerona Prasad at the Heong Gallery for an in-depth look at the exhibition Do I Have to Draw you a Picture?

11AM - NOON NOON-1PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

The Heong Gallery, Downing College, Regent Street, CB2 1DQ

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Tour• Related exhibition p.13

HUNTING, GATHERING, DIGGINGCome and explore the Haddon Library, one of the UK’s most important libraries for the human sciences.


Department of Archaeology North Building, Haddon Library, Downing Street, CB2 3DZ

• 14+• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on

LAWRENCE ROOM MUSEUMVisit Hermione, a unique Roman portrait mummy from Egypt, in Girton College’s fascinating museum of antiquities. The collection holds artefacts from Egypt, China, the Mediterranean, and from an Anglo-Saxon cemetery, first excavated on the Girton College site in 1881.


Lawrence Room, Girton College, Huntingdon Road, CB3 0JG


FOR THE LOVE OF POTS: BERNARD LEACH AND HIS LEGACYView the pots on display and enjoy a talk led by the collector, Dr Bradshaw, exploring interesting aspects of the history of Leach’s colleagues and his pottery.

11.30AM - 12.30PM 2.30PM - 3.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

President’s Dining Room, Wolfson College, Barton Road, CB3 9BB

• Pre-book• 12+• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Talk

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QUEER STORIES: EXPLORING GENDER AND SEXUAL IDENTITIES AT THE FITZWILLIAM MUSEUMJoin us on a tour exploring gender and sexual identities through a selection of objects in the Fitzwilliam Museum collections.

NOON - 12.30PM 1PM - 1.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Meet in Courtyard Entrance, The Fitzwilliam Museum,Trumpington Street, CB2 1RB


DOWNING COLLEGE ARCHIVE EXHIBITIONSExplore 300 years of the College’s history, from the Founder’s Will to the present day, and find out about some of the College’s early ‘Black Cantabs.’

1PM - 5PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Maitland Robinson Library, Downing College, Regent Street, CB2 1DQ

• Adults• Drop in• Exhibition

THE YOUNG CHARLES DARWIN IN CAMBRIDGEContrary to the common image of Charles Darwin as an old man, he was young once! He said his three years as a student in Cambridge were “the most joyful of my happy life.” Join Cambridge Green Badge Guide Murray Jacobs on this walking tour to discover why he came, where he lived, and what he did here. And hear about some of his less known Cambridge relatives.

1.30PM - 3.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT



CURIOSER AND CURIOSER: THE PICTUREBOOKS OF HOMERTON COLLEGE LIBRARYCome and view some of the curiosities and treasures of Homerton College Library’s children’s literature collection.


College Library, Homerton College, Hills Road, CB2 8PH


PICTURING MILL ROAD: AN AFTERNOON HOSTED BY THE MILL ROAD HISTORY SOCIETYMeet contemporary artists who have depicted Mill Road; enjoy our collection of historic photographs, and try some art of your own or participate in a shared artwork. More details on www.millroadhistory.org.uk


The Old School Hall, St Barnabas Church, Mill Road, CB1 2BD (Entry via St Barnabas Road)

• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on• Talk

HIDDEN TREASURES AT CAMBRIDGE CENTRAL LIBRARYJoin us at the Central Library for a brief tour and an in depth look at the Cambridgeshire Collection


7 Lion Yard, Cambridge Central Library, Lion Yard, CB2 3QD

• 14+• Arrive on time• Exhibition• Tour

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Eddington is a flourishing new community being delivered by the University of Cambridge. It is the largest single capital project in its 800-year history. Cambridge’s newest district already has a primary school, community centre, supermarket and sporting facilities with more to come.

The first phase of Eddington is focussed on creating the foundations for a long-lasting and sustainable community, with some 700 homes and facilities to support new residents, neighbours and the wider Cambridge community. Join us for a day of talks and tours by the architects and professionals who have created the development, and find out more about our ambitions for this new neighbourhood. For more information visit www.nwcambridge.co.uk

Open Eddington

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DIG EDDINGTON’S ROMAN PASTEver wanted to try your hand at archaeology and participate in an excavation? Here’s a chance on your doorstep! The University’s Cambridge Archaeological Unit will work with members of the public excavating an important Roman settlement – possibly a villa. Displays of a wealth of finds (including mosaic fragments) and site tours will be part of the day’s events. Additional archaeology events are on the website.


Next to Madingley Park & Ride, details online, CB3 0EU

• All ages• Drop in• Hands-on

SELF GUIDED TOUR OF EDDINGTONExplore Eddington with this free self guided tour and information sheet, which includes descriptions of the architectural and design features to showcase the quality of the development and the sustainability principles behind it. Included is a family treasure hunt around the site.

9.30AM - 5PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Market Square at Eddington, CB3 1SE


GUIDED TOURS OF EDDINGTONJoin Visit Cambridge and Beyond for guided tours of Eddington focussing on the development’s architecture and sustainability features. Discover the contemporary architecture and innovative infrastructure helping residents lead more sustainable lives.

10AM - 11.30AM NOON - 1.30PM 2PM - 3.30PM 3.30PM - 5PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Meet at Storey’s Field Centre, Eddington Avenue, CB3 1AA


EDDINGTON CYCLE TOURSTour Eddington by bike with two qualified instructors from Outspoken! Family tours of Eddington and adult tours from Central Cambridge to Eddington will also be available throughout the day.

Each session lasts approximately 25 minutes.


Meeting points will be available online


PEDAL POWER AT EDDINGTONHave a go on the smoothie bike to blend your own free, healthy smoothie using nothing but pedal power! And if your mobile phone battery is low, pedal for just five minutes to get an extra hour’s charge!




SWIRLES COURT STUDENT ACCOMMODATION AT EDDINGTON BY R H PARTNERSHIPJoin Cambridge based architects R H Partnership on a tour of Eddington’s first post-graduate student accommodation complex which is part of Girton College.

9.30AM - 10.30AM11AM - NOON 1PM - 2PM 3PM - 4PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Porters’ Lodge, Swirles Court, Pheasant Drive, CB3 1AQ


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THE UNDERGROUND WASTE SYSTEM AT EDDINGTONDiscover more about the unique approach to waste and recycling the University, with Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire District Councils, have adopted. This communal underground waste and recycling system eliminates the need for residents to put out individual bins.

9.30AM - NOON Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Eddington Place, CB3 1AT


CAMBRIDGE’S FIRST ENERGY CENTRE AND DISTRICT HEATING NETWORKImagine your home without a boiler. The homes in Eddington do not have individual boilers but instead have a link to the energy centre via a district heating network which provides heating and hot water across the entire site. Join this exclusive behind the scenes tour to see the engineering of the energy centre.

9AM - 10AM 11AM - NOON 1PM - 2PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

The Energy Centre, 2 Burkitt Lane, CB3 1TZ


DR BIKE AT EDDINGTONBook in for your free 15 minute cycle maintenance session where qualified bike mechanics will repair your bike, and show you how to do it yourself in the future!

9AM - 12.30PM 1PM - 5PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT


• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Hands-on

RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGY IN CONSTRUCTIONEnjoy the virtual experience building site via Oculus Rift. Find out about some of the renewable elements in the construction of Eddington at this fascinating drop in event hosted by Wates Construction, a leading privately owned, community-focused construction company.



• 12+• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on

CAMBRIDGE WATER: RAINWATER HARVESTING SHOWCASEAn opportunity for you to speak to Cambridge Water about the rainwater harvesting scheme, the largest of its kind in the UK, and to ask general questions about water resources and water efficiency.


Water Treatment Facility, Pheasant Drive, CB3 1AN


SUSTAINABLE APARTMENT LIVINGRenowned architects, Pollard Thomas Edwards, discuss the inspiration and design rationale behind the stunning apartments overlooking the cricket pitch at Storey’s Field. These homes will be delivered by award-winning housebuilder, Hill, who is currently building and selling the open market housing at Eddington.

9AM - 9.45AM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Storey’s Field Centre, Eddington Avenue, CB3 1AA

• Pre-book• 14+• Arrive on time• Talk

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COMMUNITY EVENTS AT THE STOREY’S FIELD CENTREStorey’s Field Centre is the community centre and performing arts space at Eddington. Meet the groups who use the facilities and see exhibitions throughout the day. Find out more and sign up for classes and events.

10AM - 4.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT


• All ages• Drop in• Exhibition• Hands-on

ARCHITECTURAL MIXED-USE BRIEF BY WILKINSON EYRE ARCHITECTSA mixed-use architectural brief was the challenge for Wilkinson Eyre Architects who have designed aspects of the scheme including the energy centre, University homes and supermarket.

11AM - NOON Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Postdoc Centre,105 Eddington Place, CB3 1AS

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Talk

CREATING AN URBAN EXTENSION TO CAMBRIDGE: WALKING TOUR BY JONATHAN ROSEThe North West Cambridge Development won the international award for Future Masterplan at the World Architecture Festival (2014) and the Architect’s Journal masterplan of the year (2017). This walking tour of the development led by Masterplanner Jonathan Rose from AECOM, brings to life the design principles of this new part of the City.

11AM - 12.30PM 2PM - 3.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT



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UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL TOUR BY MARKS BARFIELD ARCHITECTSThe Primary School opened its doors in September 2015. Discover the design philosophy in this tour led by Julia Barfield and Gemma Collins from Marks Barfield Architects.

11AM - 12.30PM 12.30PM - 2PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

University of Cambridge Primary School, Eddington Avenue, CB3 0QZ


FOODPARKFind a selection of street food vans from foodPark, the city’s roaming street food market, serving freshly prepared, top quality food on the go. More info: www.foodparkcam.com


Information online

• All ages• Drop in

COURTYARDS AND COMMUNAL IDENTITY BY MECANOO ARCHITECTSMecanoo’s design for Eddington builds upon the rich traditions and collegiate character of Cambridge. The tour focusses on the balanced relationship between the public and private realm, and how the courtyards have been designed to create different connections between the dwellings and the communal area.

NOON - 1PM 2PM - 3PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT



STOREY’S FIELD CENTRE AND NURSERY TALK BY MUMAThe Storey’s Field Centre and Nursery are located at the heart of Eddington. The architect Stuart McKnight, of MUMA, outlines the design philosophy behind the buildings.

10AM - 11.30AMNOON - 1.30PM 1.30PM - 3PM 3PM - 4.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT



ECOLOGY AT EDDINGTONJoin this fascinating ecology walk with Mike Dean, project ecologist, as he highlights some of the features and infrastructure in place that will enhance the biodiversity of the site.

1PM - 2.15PM 2.15PM - 3.15PM 3.30PM - 4.45PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT



TALK AND WALKING TOUR OF THE KEY WORKER HOUSING BY STANTON WILLIAMSStanton Williams Architects, designers of The Sainsbury Laboratory which won the RIBA Stirling Prize 2012, have created a central piece of Eddington. Join the architects for this walking tour.

1PM - 2.30PM 3PM - 4.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Postdoc Centre, 105 Eddington Place, CB3 1AS


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ARCHITECTURAL WALK WITH MOLEJoin Meredith Bowles for this walking tour of the scheme, which includes University homes and the healthcare centre at Eddington, and has been designed by his practice, Mole Architects.

2PM - 3PM 3.30PM - 4.30PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Meet at Eddington Healthcare Centre, Eddington Avenue, CB3 1SE


FATA MORGANA TEAHOUSE: AN AFTERNOON TEA PARTYEnjoy an afternoon tea party by the lake for a unique experience that celebrates public art in the landscape.

2.30PM - 4PM Æ SAT 15 SEPT

Tea House on the lake, Brook Leys, Eddington, CB3 1AT

• Pre-book• All ages• Arrive on time• Talk

HOW TO FIND US

Cycle, pedestrian and vehicle access to Eddington is from Madingley Road (opposite High Cross) and Huntingdon Road (opposite the Hotel Felix). A cycle and pedestrian only route called the Ridgeway is also available from Bunkers Hill and Storey’s Way.

SUSTAINABLE MODES OF TRANSPORT

Cycle or walk and build up your Eddington Number: Eddington is just two miles from central Cambridge - a convenient walk or cycle ride. The neighbourhood is named after Sir Arthur Eddington: a renowned physicist and also keen cyclist who devised a method of calculating distance cycling achievements. The University has launched the Eddington Number challenge to get people walking and cycling this summer where your Eddington Number is the largest number of miles cycled or walked on the same number of days. For more information visit www.eddingtonnumber.co.uk

Buses: The Universal Bus route links Cambridge Railway Station and City Centre to Eddington. For Open Eddington, all travel on the service will be free of charge. For more information about the service and its stops visit www.go-whippet.co.uk

If you do need to drive, parking is conveniently located at the Madingley Road Park & Ride with Eddington a short walk away.

A downloadable map can be found at www.nwcambridge.co.uk to help journey planning.

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http://www.eddingtonnumber.co.uk

http://www.go-whippet.co.uk

Bridge the gapThe Society of Cambridge Tourist Guides will also be on hand to talk about the history of the Colleges and grounds.

Group tickets are available at discounted rates and children, when accompanied by a paying adult, are FREE. At the end of the walk, entertainment will greet you on your return to Parker's Piece, where you will also be able to enjoy a slice of cake.

100% of your entry fee is shared equally by Arthur Rank Hospice Charity and Romsey Mill, two valuable charities working within our local community. Please do join us and our 2000 walkers to help us reach this year’s fundraising goal of £50,000.

To register visit: ARHC.ORG.UK/BRIDGE-THE-GAP.ASP

Æ SUNDAY 9 SEPT

On Sunday 9 September you are invited to take part in a picturesque charity walk around the beautiful Cambridge colleges and their stunning gardens.

Now in its 17th year, the Bridge the Gap walk is once again expected to be a fantastic family day out or an opportunity for friends or work colleagues to get an insight of our impressive city.

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The Open Cambridge weekend takes place across dozens of locations, each with their own architectural style and level of accessibility. Everyone is welcome to the event and this includes children in pushchairs, wheelchair users and people with additional access needs. Please see the summary of accessibility at our venues below. For more detailed information or to make additional arrangements for access requirements please call: 01223 766766 or email: [email protected]

01. AG Brighton Building Li, PA02. Abu Bakr Mosque Cambridge S03. Cambridge American Cemetery T, S04. Cambridge Fire Station S05. Cambridge University Library T, S, Li, I06. Cambridgeshire County Council T, S, Li07. Christ’s College Library PA08. Clare College T, S, Li09. Corpus Christi College PA10. Girton College T, S11. Great St Mary’s Church PA12. Haddon Library T, S, Li, I13. Homerton College T, S, Li, I14. Institute of Astronomy T, PA15. Madingley Hall T, S, I16. Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group T, PA17. Marshall Library of Economics T, S, Li18. Little Saint Mary’s Church PA19. Murray Edwards College T, S, Li, I20. Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology T, S, Li, I21. Museum of Cambridge PA22. Museum of Zoology T, S, Li, I23. Queens’ College PA24. Robinson College T, S, I25. Sainsbury Laboratory T, S, Li, I26. Scudamore’s Punting Company PA27. Selwyn College PA28. Sidney Sussex College PA29. Squire Law Library T, S, I30. St Barnabas Church, Mill Road T, S, I31. St John’s College Old Library T, S, Li, I32. St John’s College Great Gate S33. The Guildhall T, S, Li34. The Heong Gallery S, PA35. Whipple Library T, S, I36. Wolfson College T, S

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Image credits:Front cover © Craig Whitehead; pages 2-3 © Sam Motherwell; page 4 top left, pages 6-7 and page 11 © Sir Cam; page 9 © Julieta Sarmiento ORP; page 13 © Amanda Slater; pages 18 and 21 © Mike O’Dwyer; page 24 © Matt Bilton

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A downloadable map of Eddington will be available to help journey planning from nwcambridge.co.uk

Hardcopy maps of Eddington and the West Cambridge Site are available separately.

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