Pendlebury Library of Music, Cambridge

#207 among attractions in Cambridge

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The Pendlebury Library of Music is the library of the Faculty of Music, University of Cambridge, England. The current building was completed in 1984, and was designed by Sir Leslie Martin. The library is located next to the West Road Concert Hall and the Faculty of Music's old building on the Sidgwick Site, West Road, Cambridge. The current classification system is somewhat similar to the one used for music at Cambridge University Library's Music Collections, and has a basic classification approach of a three-digit number. The library is open to all members of the university. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°12'8"N, 0°6'28"E

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11 West RoadNewnhamCambridge United Kingdom

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Pendlebury Library of Music – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Backs, Primavera, Mathematical Bridge, Cambridge Arts Theatre.

~1450 ftNE
Park, Nature and wildlife
The Backs, Cambridge
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0.4 miE
Museum, Shopping, Art gallery
Primavera, Cambridge
12 min walk • Primavera, nestled in the historic heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, stands as a beacon of artistic expression and cultural sophistication. This esteemed art gallery is renowned for showcasing an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional art, offering a platform...
~1590 ftE
Wooden footbridge with a unique design
Mathematical Bridge, Cambridge
8 min walk • The Mathematical Bridge is an iconic wooden bridge located in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, connecting two parts of Queens' College over the River Cam. Despite its name, the bridge is famed not for its mathematical significance but for its distinctive design...
0.5 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge
13 min walk • Cambridge Arts Theatre is a 666-seat theatre on Peas Hill and St Edward's Passage in central Cambridge, England. The theatre presents a varied mix of drama, dance, opera and pantomime.
~1510 ftNE
Bridge
King's College Bridge, Cambridge
8 min walk • King's College Bridge is the eighth river Cam bridge overall and the fourth bridge on its middle upstream in Cambridge. In the 15th century there was built the first wooden bridge, the current stone structure designed famous British architect William Wilkins in 1818 and it was constructed by Francis Braidwood in 1819.
~820 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Museum of Classical Archaeology, Cambridge
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~1240 ftN
Library
Cambridge University Library, Cambridge
6 min walk • Cambridge University Library is the main research library of the University of Cambridge. It is the largest of the over 100 libraries within the University.
~380 ftE
Library
Faculty of Law, Cambridge
2 min walk • The Faculty of Law, Cambridge is the law school of the University of Cambridge. The study of law at the University of Cambridge began in the thirteenth century.
0.4 miE
Nightlife
The Eagle, Cambridge
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~380 ftS
Universities and schools, Historical place
Selwyn College, Cambridge
2 min walk • Selwyn College, Cambridge is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge. The college was founded in 1882 by the Selwyn Memorial Committee in memory of George Augustus Selwyn, the first Bishop of New Zealand, and subsequently Bishop of Lichfield.
~1500 ftE
Universities and schools, Historical place, Cafeteria
Queens' College, Cambridge
8 min walk • Queens' College is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge. Queens' is one of the oldest colleges of the university, founded in 1448 by Margaret of Anjou, and has some of the most iconic and recognisable buildings in Cambridge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pendlebury Library of Music?

Nearby attractions include West Road, Cambridge (1 min walk), Seeley Historical Library, Cambridge (1 min walk), Selwyn College, Cambridge (2 min walk), Faculty of Law, Cambridge (2 min walk).

How to get to Pendlebury Library of Music by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pendlebury Library of Music:

Bus

University Library • Lines: U (2 min walk)
West Road • Lines: U (4 min walk)