Museum of Cambridge, Cambridge

Name: Museum of Cambridge
Address: 2-3 Castle Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AQ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1223 355159

#57 among attractions in Cambridge

Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum, History museum

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The Museum of Cambridge, formerly known as the Cambridge & County Folk Museum, is a museum located in Castle Street in central Cambridge, England. It is housed in the former White Horse Inn, a Grade II listed 16th century former public house that closed in 1934. The Museum first opened in 1936, following a 1933 exhibition organised by the Cambridgeshire Federation of Women's Institutes, entitled 'A Festival of Olden Times, held in Cambridge's Guildhall. ()

Coordinates: 52°12'39"N, 0°6'53"E

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2-3 Castle StreetCastleCambridge CB3 0AQ United Kingdom

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+44 1223 355159

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Museum of Cambridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Green Street, University Pitt Club, Bridge of Sighs, Holy Sepulchre.

~1790 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Green Street, Cambridge
9 min walk • Nestled amidst the historic charm of Cambridge, Green Street presents a delightful shopping district that offers a blend of independent boutiques, quaint eateries, and specialized stores. This picturesque street, though less grandiose than the spires and colleges of...
~1470 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
University Pitt Club, Cambridge
8 min walk • Tucked away in the historic city of Cambridge, the University Pitt Club, commonly known as the Pitt Club, stands as a testament to the enduring traditions of Cambridge University's social scene. Founded in 1835, the club was named in honor of William Pitt the Younger...
~910 ftS
Covered arch bridge dating to 1831
Bridge of Sighs, Cambridge
5 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.
~1280 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Visitor center
Holy Sepulchre, Cambridge
7 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.
~260 ftN
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...
~470 ftSW
Theater
School of Pythagoras, Cambridge
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~350 ftNW
Church
Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
2 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.
~1500 ftS
Park
Trinity Great Court, Cambridge
8 min walk • Great Court is the main court of Trinity College, Cambridge, and reputed to be the largest enclosed courtyard in Europe. The court was completed by Thomas Nevile, master of the college, in the early years of the 17th century, when he rearranged the existing buildings to form a single court.
~810 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture, Universities and schools, Historical place
St John's College, Cambridge
4 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.
~170 ftW
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.
~1450 ftS
Universities and schools, Isaac Newton, Historical place
Trinity College, Cambridge
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of Cambridge open?

Museum of Cambridge is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Cambridge?

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

How to get to Museum of Cambridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Cambridge:

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 (39 min walk)