Local Area Information

Enjoy the City of Cambridge with its culture and old English tradition. This historic City with its world-renowned University is within easy travelling distance from the main international airports in London and is extremely well-served by rail and coach services.

Cambridge can boast of ancient monuments, a wealth of museums and galleries, as well as its famous book-shops and markets. Visitors should walk along the famous grass-covered banks of the River Cam or take a lazy summer punt along the rivers and enjoy the architectural glories of the riverside colleges. The best known of all the Cambridge buildings is King's College Chapel, with its world-famous choir.

The City of Cambridge is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in Britain. Situated in the quiet east of England, amid the rural countryside of Cambridgeshire. The residents, students of the University and visitors, have the best of all worlds, the combination of the romantic medieval image and an up to date city; Cambridge is beautiful, not over big and with all the amenities of a University City. Cambridges unique setting on the banks of the River Cam, the "backs" and the magnificent architecture of the University buildings all combine to make Cambridge the most unforgettable place, one which will linger long in your memory.

Attractions within easy reach of Libre House:

Universities and Colleges - Official Map
There are 31 Colleges in Cambridge. Three are for women (New Hall, Newnham and Lucy Cavendish) and two admit only graduates (Clare Hall and Darwin). The remainder house and teach all students enrolled in courses of study or research at the University.