Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge

Name: Anglia Ruskin University
Address: East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1PT, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1223 363271

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Facts and practical information

Anglia Ruskin University is a public university in East Anglia, United Kingdom. Its origins are in the Cambridge School of Art, founded by William John Beamont in 1858. It became a university in 1992, and was renamed after John Ruskin in 2005. It is one of the “post-1992 universities”. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1858 (166 years ago)Coordinates: 52°12'10"N, 0°8'7"E

Address

East RoadPetersfieldCambridge CB1 1PT United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1223 363271

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Anglia Ruskin University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Parker's Piece, Grand Arcade, The Grafton, St Andrew's Street.

~1000 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Park
Parker's Piece, Cambridge
5 min walk • Parker's Piece is a renowned public park located in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, and is widely recognized as the birthplace of modern Association Football. Encompassing an area of 25 acres, this flat and open space has been an integral part of the city's...
0.6 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Grand Arcade, Cambridge
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of historic Cambridge, the Grand Arcade stands as a modern shopping haven, offering an eclectic mix of retail, dining, and leisure experiences. This contemporary shopping centre, with its sleek design and glass façade, provides a stark contrast...
~1500 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Grafton, Cambridge
8 min walk • The Grafton is a bustling shopping centre located in the historic city of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Established in 1983, this retail hub has become an integral part of the city's shopping landscape, offering a wide range of stores and services to both locals...
0.5 miW
Shopping, Shopping district
St Andrew's Street, Cambridge
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, St Andrew's Street stands out as a vibrant shopping district that beckons locals and tourists alike with its unique blend of retail experiences. This bustling thoroughfare is a hive of activity, showcasing an array of...
0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Science museum
The Polar Museum, Cambridge
13 min walk • The Polar Museum, nestled within the university city of Cambridge, UK, is an institution dedicated to the history of polar exploration. This museum is part of the Scott Polar Research Institute, founded in 1920, in memory of Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his...
0.4 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture
Our Lady and the English Martyrs Church, Cambridge
12 min walk • Our Lady and the English Martyrs (OLEM) Church stands as a prominent landmark in the city of Cambridge, United Kingdom. This Catholic church, with its striking Gothic Revival architecture, commands attention and serves as a spiritual hub for the local community...
0.6 miW
Museum, Science museum, Natural history museum
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, Cambridge
15 min walk • The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, is a treasure trove of geological specimens that span billions of years of Earth's history. Established in 1728, this museum is the oldest of the University of Cambridge museums...
0.5 miNW
Park
Christ's Pieces, Cambridge
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom, Christ's Pieces is a Victorian park that offers a picturesque respite from the bustling city life. Renowned for its well-manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds, this public park is a popular spot for both locals...
~840 ftS
Cemetery
Mill Road Cemetery, Cambridge
5 min walk • Mill Road Cemetery is a cemetery off Mill Road in the Petersfield area of Cambridge, England. Since 2001 the cemetery has been protected as a Grade II Listed site, and several of the tombs are also listed as of special architectural and historical interest.
0.5 miNW
Church
Wesley Methodist Church, Cambridge
13 min walk • Wesley Methodist Church is a Methodist church located next to Christ's Pieces in central Cambridge, England. The church was founded in 1913 "to attract and retain, and not repel, the young Methodists who come to this University", in the words of the then President of the Wesleyan Methodist Conference.
~1920 ftN
Church
Christ Church Cambridge, Cambridge
10 min walk • Christ Church Cambridge is a Church of England parish church in central Cambridge, between Newmarket Road and the Grafton Centre. The church is within the conservative evangelical tradition and participates in the Reform movement. The current vicar is Steve Midgley.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Anglia Ruskin University open?

Anglia Ruskin University is open:

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

Which popular attractions are close to Anglia Ruskin University?

Nearby attractions include Mumford Theatre - Cambridge, Cambridge (2 min walk), Mill Road Cemetery, Cambridge (5 min walk), Covent Garden, Cambridge (5 min walk), Hughes Hall, Cambridge (5 min walk).

How to get to Anglia Ruskin University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Anglia Ruskin University:

Bus

The Busway Parkside • Lines: A, B, D (6 min walk)
Grafton Centre Bus Station (7 min walk)

Train

Cambridge (16 min walk)