Pepys Library, Cambridge

Name: Pepys Library
Address: Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1223 332100

#131 among attractions in Cambridge

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Facts and practical information

The Pepys Library of Magdalene College, Cambridge, is the personal library collected by Samuel Pepys which he bequeathed to the college following his death in 1703. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°12'39"N, 0°7'1"E

Address

Magdalene StreetCastleCambridge CB3 0AG United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1223 332100

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Pepys Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: University Pitt Club, Bridge of Sighs, Holy Sepulchre, Cambridge Castle.

~1150 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
University Pitt Club, Cambridge
6 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.
~990 ftSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Visitor center
Holy Sepulchre, Cambridge
5 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.
~560 ftNW
Forts and castles
Cambridge Castle, Cambridge
3 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...
~860 ftSW
Theater
School of Pythagoras, Cambridge
5 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.
~770 ftW
Church
Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
4 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.
~1150 ftNE
Bridge
Jesus Lock, Cambridge
6 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.
~1420 ftS
Park
Trinity Great Court, Cambridge
7 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.
~1360 ftE
Park
Jesus Green, Cambridge
7 min walk • Jesus Green is a park in the north of central Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, north of Jesus College. Jesus Ditch runs along the southern edge Jesus Green.
~1010 ftSW
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.
~480 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museum of Cambridge, Cambridge
3 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pepys Library open?

Pepys Library is open:

Monday 2 pm - 4 pm
Tuesday 2 pm - 4 pm
Wednesday 2 pm - 4 pm
Thursday 2 pm - 4 pm
Friday 2 pm - 4 pm
Saturday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm & 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Pepys Library?

Nearby attractions include Magdalene College, Cambridge (1 min walk), River Cam, Cambridge (2 min walk), Magdalene Street, Cambridge (2 min walk), St Giles' Church, Cambridge (3 min walk).

How to get to Pepys Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pepys Library:

Bus

Bridge Street • Lines: Citi 2, Citi 5, Citi 6 (3 min walk)
St Peter's Street • Lines: Citi 5, Citi 6 (3 min walk)

Train

Cambridge (37 min walk)