St Peter's Church, Cambridge

Name: St Peter's Church
Address: Castle Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom

#119 among attractions in Cambridge

Church, Romanesque architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Church of St Peter is a redundant Church of England church in Cambridge, in the Parish of the Ascension of the Diocese of Ely, located on Castle Street between Honey Hill and Kettle's Yard. The church is now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. ()

Coordinates: 52°12'40"N, 0°6'50"E

Address

Castle StreetCastleCambridge United Kingdom

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Day trips

St Peter's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bridge of Sighs, Holy Sepulchre, Cambridge Castle, School of Pythagoras.

~1070 ftSE
Covered arch bridge dating to 1831
Bridge of Sighs, Cambridge
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the prestigious University of Cambridge, the Bridge of Sighs stands as an iconic feature of St John's College. This ornate bridge, constructed in 1831, is a quintessential symbol of Cambridge's rich academic heritage.
~1490 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Visitor center
Holy Sepulchre, Cambridge
8 min walk • The Holy Sepulchre, commonly known as the Round Church, stands as a testament to the historical fabric of Cambridge, United Kingdom. This distinctive church, dating back to the 12th century, is one of the only four medieval round churches still in use in England.
~220 ftNE
Forts and castles
Cambridge Castle, Cambridge
2 min walk • Cambridge Castle, also known as Castle Mound, is a historic fortification located in the city of Cambridge, United Kingdom. While the original castle no longer stands, the site is significant as a symbol of the city's medieval past and offers a glimpse into the Norman...
~490 ftS
Theater
School of Pythagoras, Cambridge
3 min walk • The School of Pythagoras is the oldest building in St John's College, Cambridge, and the oldest secular building in Cambridge, England. It is a Grade 1 listed building. The School of Pythagoras was originally built around 1200, before even the University of Cambridge existed. It also predates St John's College, which was founded in 1511.
~150 ftNW
Church
Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
1 min walk • Castle Street Methodist Church is a Methodist church located on Castle Street, Cambridge, England. Castle Street is one of thirteen churches in the Cambridge Methodist Circuit.
~1670 ftE
Bridge
Jesus Lock, Cambridge
9 min walk • Jesus Lock is a lock on the River Cam in the north of central Cambridge, England. This is Lock No. 1 on the navigable portion of the River Cam. It was built in 1836 and is the only lock in the city. Jesus Green Lock Cottage, the former lock-keeper's cottage, is by the lock on Jesus Green.
~920 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Universities and schools, Historical place
St John's College, Cambridge
5 min walk • St John's College is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge founded by the Tudor matriarch Lady Margaret Beaufort. In constitutional terms, the college is a charitable corporation established by a charter dated 9 April 1511.
~220 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museum of Cambridge, Cambridge
2 min walk • The Museum of Cambridge, formerly known as the Cambridge & County Folk Museum, is a museum located in Castle Street in central Cambridge, England.
~80 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Kettle's Yard, Cambridge
1 min walk • Kettle's Yard is an art gallery and house in Cambridge, England. The director of the art gallery is Andrew Nairne. Both the house and gallery reopened in February 2018 after an expansion of the facilities.
~1600 ftS
Universities and schools, Isaac Newton, Historical place
Trinity College, Cambridge
8 min walk • Trinity College is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge. The college was founded in 1546 by King Henry VIII. Trinity is one of the oldest and largest colleges in Cambridge, with the largest financial endowment of any college at either Cambridge or Oxford.
~1640 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Bars and clubs
ADC Theatre, Cambridge
8 min walk • The ADC Theatre is a theatre in Cambridge, England, and also a department of the University of Cambridge. It is located in Park Street, north off Jesus Lane.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Peter's Church?

Nearby attractions include Castle Street, Cambridge (1 min walk), Kettle's Yard, Cambridge (1 min walk), Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge (1 min walk), Cambridge Castle, Cambridge (2 min walk).

How to get to St Peter's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Peter's Church:

Bus

St Peter's Street • Lines: Citi 5, Citi 6 (1 min walk)
Castle Street • Lines: 14, 77, Citi 4 (1 min walk)

Train

Cambridge (40 min walk)