Northampton Street, Cambridge

Name: Northampton Street
Address: Cambridge, United Kingdom

#221 among attractions in Cambridge

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Northampton Street is a street in the north of central Cambridge, England. It runs between Madingley Road and Queen's Road to the west and Castle Street, by Castle Hill, Chesterton Lane, and Magdalene Street to the east. ()

Coordinates: 52°12'37"N, 0°6'45"E

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CastleCambridge United Kingdom

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Northampton Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1770 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
University Pitt Club, Cambridge
9 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...
~970 ftSE
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.
~1560 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.
~660 ftNE
Forts and castles
Cambridge Castle, Cambridge
4 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...
~230 ftSE
Theater
School of Pythagoras, Cambridge
2 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.
~520 ftNE
Church
Castle Street Methodist Church, Cambridge
3 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.
~1550 ftSE
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.
~680 ftSE
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.
~530 ftNE
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.
~410 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Kettle's Yard, Cambridge
2 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.
~1430 ftSE
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)

Which popular attractions are close to Northampton Street?

Nearby attractions include School of Pythagoras, Cambridge (2 min walk), Castle Street, Cambridge (2 min walk), Kettle's Yard, Cambridge (2 min walk), St Peter's Church, Cambridge (3 min walk).

How to get to Northampton Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Northampton Street:

Bus

Castle Street • Lines: 14, 77, Citi 4 (2 min walk)
St Peter's Street • Lines: Citi 5, Citi 6 (3 min walk)

Train

Cambridge (39 min walk)