Open Cambridge 2013 by University of Cambridge

13 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15 September 2013 A celebration of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage and culture www.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge

NICK SAFFELL

Open Cambridge is co-ordinated by the Public Engagement team at the University of Cambridge The Public Engagement team acts as a central information point for members of the public and community organisations. We work across the University and Colleges to support outreach that includes the annual festivals, one day events that raise funds for charities, student-run activities and educational programmes. The Open Cambridge weekend in September, the Cambridge Festival of Ideas in October and the Cambridge Science Festival in March offer hundreds of free events thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and partners. 23 October to 3 November 2013

Cambridge Festival of Ideas The Cambridge Festival of Ideas features arts, humanities and social sciences research in talks, performances, film screenings, hands-on activities and workshops to suit all ages. Further details will be available from September 2013 at www.cam.ac.uk/festival-of-ideas 10 to 23 March 2014

Cambridge Science Festival The Cambridge Science Festival will mark its 20th anniversary in 2014, exploring science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine through events for all. Further details are available from January 2014 at www.cam.ac.uk/science-festival

What’s On at the University of Cambridge The best way to find out about future events at the University of Cambridge is to visit the What’s On website, which lists all of the up-and-coming activities, from family events to adult lectures. To subscribe to monthly What’s On emails visit: www.cam.ac.uk/whatson www.facebook.com/cambridge.university @Cambridge_Uni

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Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

Welcome Welcome to Open Cambridge, a celebration of Cambridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, architecture, art and gardens. Friday 13 to Sunday 15 September 2013 The University and City of Cambridge invite everyone to share their rich heritage. Discover shared civic and scholarly stories throughout this celebratory weekend. Explore the natural, cultural and industrial histories of your city through one of the many talks, walks, tours and exhibitions. Libraries, gardens, museums and historic buildings that are normally closed to the public will open up for anyone to see. Where events are indicated as requiring pre-booking*, booking in advance is essential and unless otherwise stated is available at: www.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge, or by calling: 01223 766766. Bookings open at 10am on 19 August and phone lines are open from 10am until 3pm each weekday. Bookings close 24 hours before an event takes place. We are unable to accept bookings left on our voicemail system, so please keep trying if you cannot reach us on your first call, or book through our website. Open Cambridge is part of the Heritage Open Days national scheme as an annual opportunity for people to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of local history and culture. For more information, visit: www.heritageopendays.org.uk. Many of the places featuring in Open Cambridge 2013 welcome visitors throughout the year. Please contact individual institutions for further information about visiting. Children must be accompanied at all times during Open Cambridge. Owing to the historical nature of the buildings, some buildings may have limited access for visitors requiring level access. Please check the information description of individual events or call us on: 01223 766766 to enquire about accessibility arrangements. This programme can be made available in alternative formats if required.

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Friday 13 September

Welcome to Open Cambridge on Friday

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

The Cambridgeshire Collection

9am – 5pm exhibition, 10am – 4pm library

9.30am – 10.30am

Building Fitzwilliam College 1963–2013: an architectural journey

Cambridge University Press Museum tour

Fitzwilliam College, Storey’s Way, Cambridge CB3 0DG In 1963, the Fellows and students of Fitzwilliam College moved into new buildings designed by Denys Lasdun, a champion of the International Modernist movement in architecture. The College celebrates 50 years with an exhibition of photographs, plans and models showing how Lasdun’s vision has been interpreted and transformed by successive architects and imaginative landscaping. On Friday, the Olisa Library will also be open to visitors from 10am – 4pm. Drop in, Ages 14+, Fully accessible, Booking not required

Cambridge University Press, University Printing House, Shaftesbury Road, CB2 8BS Opened in 2011, the Cambridge University Press Museum traces the history of the Press from its beginnings in 1534. Items on display include Buck and Daniel's 1638 Folio Bible, a selection of Baskerville punches, printing machines and engraving tools. This tour complements Kevin Taylor's talk ‘The History of Cambridge University Press' on page 8, but you need not attend both. Tour, Adults, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

9.15am – 10am, 10.15am – 11am, 11.15am – 12noon

Cambridge University Library: a powerhouse of knowledge West Road, CB3 9DR Take a tour of one of the world's greatest research libraries, which has captivated the imagination of students since its construction in 1934. The Library is home to more than 8 million books, journals and documents ranging from 3,000 year-old handwritten texts to the latest electronic articles. Find out about the library's history, special collections and exciting future. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

9.30am – 10.30am, 11.30am – 12.30pm, 1.30pm – 2.30pm

John Lewis Cambridge: behind the scenes John Lewis Cambridge, Downing Street, CB2 3DS Explore our listed buildings on St Andrew's Street and learn about their history and present use. Join us for a cup of tea and see mementoes from the past (loaned by the Museum of Cambridge) in the company of retired Partners. Meet by the Robert Sayle plaque in the St Andrew's Street entrance. Tour, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* 10am – 11am

The Cambridgeshire Collection Cambridgeshire Collection, 3rd floor, Central Library, Lion Yard, CB2 3QD The Cambridgeshire Collection is the County's principal Local Studies Library. See a Cambridge newspaper as old as the USA, the first map of Cambridge from 1574 and find out who voted for William Pitt in 1790. Go behind the scenes where we store some 90,000 books and journals and 4.5 million photos, postcards and engravings that make up the Cambridgeshire Collection. Talk, Ages 14+, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

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Friday 13 September

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COLLECTION

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

Cambridge University Library: a powerhouse of knowledge

Friday 13 September

CHARLOTTE ROGERS

Treasures of Queens’ College Old Library

Sidney Sussex College

10am – 11am, 11am – 12noon, 12noon – 1pm

10am – 4pm

Sidney Sussex College: tour of Cromwell’s alma mater

Whipple Library open day

Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU Take a tour of the College courts and gardens, and view the fine plaster ceiling in the historic hall, the splendid neo-Baroque interior of the chapel and the plaque commemorating that Oliver Cromwell's head is buried in the ante-chapel. Meet at the Porter’s Lodge. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* 10am – 10.30am, 10.45am – 11.15am, 11.30am – 12noon, 12.15pm – 12.45pm, 1.15pm – 1.45pm, 2pm – 2.30pm, 2.45pm – 3.15pm

Queens’ College Old Library Queens' College, Silver Street, CB3 9ET Dating from 1448, the Old Library is the original College library. Its 20,000 volumes include medieval manuscripts, incunabula, books with elaborate bindings and early editions of important works. Many of the books have been annotated by generations of Queens’ scholars, providing an invaluable record of intellectual activity from early modern times until the 19th century. With many books in their original 16th century bindings, the Library is notable in that of all Oxbridge libraries, it remains closest to its original state. An exhibition of some of the Library's treasures will be on display. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

Whipple Library, Free School Lane, CB2 3RH Your chance to visit the Whipple Library of History and Philosophy of Science, transformed in 2008 from an old lecture theatre into a thriving hub of study and research. Drop in to see our historic collections. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required 10am – 4pm

Past Masters exhibition: Christ's College Christ's College, St Andrew's Street, CB2 3BU Visit the spectacular Gothic revival library, built by the Victorian architect G.F. Bodley, which houses the College's historic collections. The current exhibition, Past Masters, offers a fascinating insight into the historic role of Master of the College, exploring the many characters that have held this illustrious position over the last five centuries. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required 10am – 4pm

Pheons and Porcupines: the mysteries of Sidney heraldry explained Sidney Sussex College Library, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU On display will be a collection of books and memorabilia illustrating the varied uses of heraldry in Sidney Sussex College. The exhibition includes an Elizabethan roll of arms, the Foundress's seal and heraldic art by Wilfrid Scott-Giles. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

10.30am – 4pm

Tour of Lucy Cavendish College

My Museum Favourite

Lucy Cavendish College, Warburton Hall, Lady Margaret Road, CB3 0BU See the portraits of our past Presidents and learn more about the exciting history of Lucy Cavendish College on this tour of the buildings and grounds. The tour will conclude with a visit to the top floor of the library, offering splendid views over the College. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

University and local museums Museums and collections are places of wonder, where ideas are explored and stories are told. Dip into a trail that takes you across Cambridge and beyond, and step into the minds of the people behind Cambridge’s collections. See objects through the eyes of conservators, directors, volunteers and more, and share your own museum favourite. Download your free trail at www.cam.ac.uk/museums Trail, Drop in, Ages 14+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

10.30am – 4pm

Austen, Forster and Britten King's College Library, King's Parade, CB2 1ST The novelist E.M. Forster admired Jane Austen and, like hers, his characters are often engaged in struggles at the edge of accepted society. He also cowrote the libretto for Britten’s opera 'Billy Budd', a story of individuals engaged in a struggle between corrupt power and goodness. King’s College Library is celebrating the anniversaries of these three creative geniuses with an exhibition of related items from its special collections. Drop in, Ages 8+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

11am – 1pm, 1pm – 3pm, 3pm – 5pm

Punting and walking tour of Cambridge Scudamore's Punting Company, Mill Lane Punting Station, Mill Lane, CB2 1RS This tour provides an in-depth introduction to the history of Cambridge. After enjoying our awardwinning 60-minute punt tour of the College Backs, embark on a 60-minute ‘Visit Cambridge’ walking tour led by a Blue Badge Guide. Highlights of this walk include St Catharine's College, the Senate House and Gonville & Caius College. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

10.30am – 4pm

Cambridge American Cemetery: the sacrifices that gave us our freedom

11am – 12noon, 12.30pm – 1.30pm, 2pm – 3pm, 3.30pm – 4.30pm

Cambridge American Cemetery, Madingley Road, Coton, CB23 7PH Visit the cemetery that marks the role of Americans in England during the last World War. Imagine the courage of the men and women who sacrificed their lives and explore their contribution through interactive displays and storyboards. Walk through the court of honour with its Wall of the Missing and visit the stunning memorial. Tours available, Drop in, Ages 10+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

ADC Theatre ADC Theatre, Park Street, CB5 8AS The ADC Theatre is the centre of student drama in Cambridge and a space for experimentation and learning, helping to launch the careers of theatre luminaries such as Sir Ian McKellen, Emma Thompson and Rachel Weiss. Join us on a building tour, see how a busy theatre operates and hear about the history of the ADC and the many famous faces that launched their careers here. Tour, All ages, Fully accessible, Booking not required ARTHUR BROOKES

Cambridge American Cemetery: the sacrifices of those that gave us our freedom

ADC Theatre

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Friday 13 September

10.30am – 11.45am, 2.30pm – 3.45pm

Friday 13 September

Behind the Corpus Clock the Taylor Library revealed

Tour of the new University of Cambridge Sports Centre

11am – 12.15pm

11.30am – 12.30pm, 2.30pm –3.30pm, 5pm – 6pm

The Civic Insignia and Royal Charters

Tours of the Senate House

The Guildhall, Market Hill, CB2 3QJ An opportunity to see and learn about the collection of civic insignia and historic charters. The oldest original charter on display dates back to 1207. Come along for this lively, interactive talk, and dig deeper into Cambridge’s history along the way. Talk, Ages 8+, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

Senate House, Senate House Yard, CB2 1TN A chance to visit the floor of the Senate House and find out more about this historic University building. Each visit will include separate talks of about 20 minutes, describing the history of the building, its immediate surroundings and particular events and ceremonies associated with it. Please note that the galleries will not be visited on this tour. Tour, Adults, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

11am – 12.30pm

Tour of the new University of Cambridge Sports Centre

12noon – 1pm

University of Cambridge Sports Centre, Charles Babbage Road, CB3 0FS Arup Associates will lead a tour of the new Sports Centre focusing on the architecture and the key challenges that faced the design team in construction. Tour, All ages, Fully accessible, Pre-book online www.sport.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge or tel: 01223 336580 11am – 12noon

Chiefs & Governors: Art and Power in Fiji Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology Downing Street, CB2 3DZ This exhibition is inspired by the Museum’s extraordinary Fijian collection, noted as one of the most important historical Fijian collections in the world. Join us on a tour of this first major exhibition of Fijian art in the UK with one of the curators. Tour, Adults, Fully accessible, Pre book*

The history of Cambridge University Press The Pitt Building, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RP Kevin Taylor, director at Cambridge University Press and author of the guidebook Central Cambridge, will give an illustrated talk on the Press in the historic Oriel Room of the Pitt Building. Cambridge University Press is both the oldest publishing house in the world and a successful modern publisher with a wide list of academic books, journals, and education and English language teaching materials. This talk shows how the Press’s reputation as a pioneer of technological change equips it to meet the challenges of the digital age. This complements Ros Grooms' tour of the Press Museum on page 5, but you need not attend both. Talk, Adults, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

Tour of Robinson College Gardens

1pm – 2pm, 2pm – 3pm, 3pm – 4pm

2pm – 3pm, 4pm – 5pm

Inside the Cold War bunker

Tour of the New Hall Art Collection

Castle Court Building (rear of the Octagon Building), Cambridgeshire County Council, Shire Hall, Castle Hill, CB3 0AP Thankfully never needed for its intended use, the nuclear bunker beneath the County Council’s office buildings now stores significant items from the Council’s archaeological collections. This tour includes a visit to the bunker and a chance to view some of the archaeological material stored inside. On arrival, follow signs for the Cold War bunker tour. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

Murray Edwards College, Huntingdon Road, CB3 0DF The New Hall Art Collection, consisting solely of work by women artists, has evolved through gifts and loans from artists and alumni since 1986. It is the most significant of its kind in Europe and the Collection is a base for the study of works by women. Visitors may trace movements in art across a variety of media over more than 50 years, a period in which women have achieved unprecedented prominence in the visual arts. Tour, All ages, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

2pm – 5pm

2pm – 3.30pm

Behind the Corpus Clock: the Taylor Library revealed

Women’s education, literary heritage and our hidden secret – the gardens!

Taylor Library, Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH The building on the corner of Bene’t Street now supports 'the Corpus Clock', designed by the library's main benefactor Dr John C. Taylor. In the interior, the old building has been hollowed out and the cavity replaced by an entirely new structure of rooms and staircases. This intricately designed space now forms the main undergraduate study library for the College. Drop in, All ages, Fully accessible, Booking not required

Newnham College, Sidgwick Avenue, CB3 9DF Founded in 1871, Newnham remains dedicated to excellence in women’s education. Dr Gill Sutherland will introduce the College; the librarian and archivist will guide the visit of the library and archives; and the head gardener will end the visit with a tour of the beautiful gardens. Meet at the Porters Lodge. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

2pm – 2.40pm, 2.45pm – 3.25pm, 3.30pm – 4.10pm, 4.15pm – 4.55pm

Tour of the Old Library Trinity Hall Trinity Hall, Trinity Lane, CB2 1TJ Join our librarian on a guided tour of Trinity Hall's historic Tudor chained library. The tour includes a look at the Old Library building, its furniture and an exhibition. See the chained books, the earliest book from circa 1066, medieval manuscripts, fascinating printed books and some wonderful early atlases. Meet at the Porters Lodge. Tour, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

2pm – 3.30pm, 4.15pm – 5.45pm

Tour of Robinson College gardens Robinson College, Grange Road, CB3 9AN Robinson College gardens owe their character to the vision of the landscape architect, J.S. Bodfan Gruffydd, whose 1979 plan saw a formal-informal juxtaposition with a wild woodland water garden around the Bin Brook and a new small lake. A wide lawn runs down to this lake, framed by trees including a walnut planted in 1897 for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee – now matched by a walnut planted for Queen Elizabeth’s. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

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Friday 13 September

Tour of the Old Library Trinity Hall

Friday 13 September

2pm – 4pm

3pm – 4pm

Madingley Hall gardens open afternoon

Murray Edwards College gardens

Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley Hall, Madingley, CB23 8AQ Come and enjoy our 10 acres of historic gardens with a wide diversity of features and plants that make up the Madingley Hall gardens. Explore the trees and topiary figures as well as the courtyard and walled garden, which host a range of plants including roses, climbing plants, autumn bulbs, shrubs, herbaceous perennials and alpines. Garden staff will be on hand to assist and answer questions. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Murray Edwards College, Huntingdon Road, CB3 0DF The College was built in the grounds of the Orchard, a house part-owned by Norah Barlow, granddaughter of Charles Darwin and herself a distinguished plantswoman. By the time it was given to the College, the garden was overgrown and it was Dame Rosemary Murray, the College’s first President, who planned and planted the gardens in an informal style. Now, as then, the gardens are a place for staff and students to enjoy. Tour, All ages, Fully accessible, Pre-book* 4pm – 5.30pm

2pm – 5pm

Life in the old Robert Sayle

Parker Library open day

John Lewis Cambridge, Downing Street, CB2 3DS Alison Dickens from Cambridge University Archaeological Unit will give a fascinating talk about the life and times of Robert Sayle, the people who worked for him and the buildings that housed his business. Please assemble 10 minutes before the start time at the Robert Sayle plaque adjacent to the St Andrew's Street entrance. Talk, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

Parker Library, Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH The Parker Library, named after Archbishop Matthew Parker (1504 – 1575), former Master of the College, is a treasure house of medieval and Renaissance manuscripts and early printed books. The collection was given to the College by Parker and includes the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, principal source book for early English history, and the best manuscript of Chaucer's Troilus still in existence. No less important are the Middle English, French and Latin texts on subjects from alchemy and astrology to music and medicine. Drop in, Ages 10+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

John Lewis Cambridge life in the old Robert Sayle

4pm – 6pm

Open Observatory Institute of Astronomy, Madingley Road, CB3 0HA Drop in to the neo-classical Cambridge Observatory built in 1823 and see the historic library. This is a fascinating visit for anyone interested in architecture or the history of astronomy. Drop in, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Real Tennis Exhibition

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

7pm – 8.30pm

Real tennis exhibition

How clean are your whites?

University of Cambridge Real Tennis Club, The Tennis Court, Burrell's Walk, CB3 9DJ An opportunity to visit the University of Cambridge Real Tennis Club where the Senior Professional will introduce you to the history and rules of Real Tennis. This will be followed by an exhibition match played by some of the top University players. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book by visiting: www.sport.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge or tel: 01223 336580

The Museum of Cambridge (formerly Cambridge and County Folk Museum), Castle Street, CB3 0AQ Forget your state-of-the-art washing machine with built in duvet cycle! Local historian Tamsin Wimhurst takes us back to a time of carbolic, coppers and dolly blue. Join us for an entertaining history of Cambridge laundries and wash days – when Mondays meant cold meat and pickles and mangles were an occupational hazard! This talk will be followed by the opportunity to look around the Museum’s fascinating collection and 17th century building. Talk, Tour, Ages 14+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book by tel: 01223 355159, visit: www.folkmuseum.org.uk, or email: info@folkmuseum.org.uk

Dine at Corpus

Pre-dinner drinks at 7pm, dinner at 7.30pm

Dine at Corpus Corpus Christi College, CB2 1RH Join us and dine in the historic setting of one of Cambridge’s oldest colleges as part of the Open Cambridge weekend. Corpus Christi College will be serving dinner to pre-booked guests in the splendour of its 19th century dining hall. The evening will start with a sparkling pre-dinner drink followed by a delicious three-course meal ending with coffee and a short talk about the College’s history by a special guest. Tickets are priced at £37 per person. A good selection of wine is available to buy for dinner. Dress code: dress to impress. Please advise the Chef of your dietary requirements at the time of booking. Dinner, Adults, Fully accessible, Pre-book by email to: conferences@corpus.cam.ac.uk or call: 01223 338014 / 01223 337144

Menu Salmon Poached in Black Olive Oil with Nicoise Chutney, Lemon Oil, Crispy Quail Egg Or Butternut Squash Soup, Curried Seed Granola, Spiced Onion Rings and Curried Butter *** Breast of Chicken with Confit Leg Crousillant, Salt Baked Celeriac, Potato and Onion Meuille Feullie, Butternut Puree and Red Wine Sauce Or Grilled Aubergine Gateaux with Sweet and Sour Peppers, Spinach, Glazed Potato and Black Olive Oil *** Apple and Blackberry Sundae Pickled and and Fresh Blackberries, Poached Apple Compote, Custard Mousse, Clotted Cream Gel, Blackberry Syrup, Milk Sorbet and Hazelnut Praline Crumble

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Friday 13 September

6.30pm – 7.30pm

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University Sports Centre Institute of Astronomy Fitzwilliam College Robinson College University Real Tennis Club Cambridge University Library Murray Edwards College Newnham College Histon Road Cemetery Lucy Cavendish College Shire Hall Museum of Cambridge Queens’ College Scudamore’s Mill Lane Punt Station Trinity Hall St John’s College The Senate House King’s College The Pitt Building Corpus Christi College The Guildhall Central Science Library Whipple Museum of the History of Science and Whipple Library

24 ADC Theatre 25 Sidney Sussex College 26 Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology 27 Central Library 28 Haddon Library 29 Christ’s College 30 Jesus College 31 John Lewis Cambridge 32 The Memorial Church (Cambridge Unitarian Church) 33 Sainsbury Laboratory 34 Abu Bakr Mosque 35 Abbey House Not on map Cambridge American Cemetery Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley Hall Cambridge University Press Museum The Leper Chapel, Barnwell Junction Marshall of Cambridge Romsey Mill Cambridge Museum of Technology

A digital version of this map, which includes the venues not marked

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The Leper Chapel, Barnwell Junction Museum of Technology Marshall

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19 Romsey Mill

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Cambridge University Press Museum

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Saturday 14 September

Welcome to Open Cambridge on Saturday

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

Talks 10am – 11am

A cuckoo in the nest? Medieval Cambridge and its University The Pitt Building, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RP When the first scholars arrived from Oxford, Cambridge was already a thriving, longestablished administrative and trading centre. The new arrivals passed unnoticed, it seems, but as they formed themselves into a University – and acquired important friends in the wider world – tensions inevitably developed between town and gown, individually and institutionally. It is easy to trace the downside, from the town’s point of view: the animosities that erupted on occasion into violence, the erosion of autonomy and the steady absorption of town-centre property by the Colleges. But there may have been an upside as well. Tradesmen and suppliers of services to the scholars could profit even if the town authorities did not and the presence of the University may have helped the town to weather the 15th century recession. Dr Rosemary Horrox is a medieval historian and Director of Studies. Her most recent book, co-edited with Professor Mark Ormrod, is A Social History of England, 1200 – 1500. Talk, Ages 14+, Fully accessible, Pre-book* 11.30am – 12.30pm

Very good, sir! The Pitt Building, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RP The demand for butlers doubled since last year as a result of the portrayal of serving staff in films and television programmes. Richard Hein, Head Butler at Peterhouse, takes us into the Butler’s Pantry and talks about the history of the butler profession, the Downton Abbey effect, butlers’ traditions in Cambridge, table manners, the butler’s code and other trade secrets. Talk, Ages 14+, Fully accessible, Pre-book*

Very good, sir!

9am – 5pm

Building Fitzwilliam College 1963–2013: an architectural journey Fitzwilliam College, Storey’s Way, CB3 0DG In 1963, the Fellows and students of Fitzwilliam College moved into new buildings designed by Denys Lasdun, a champion of the International Modernist movement in architecture. The College celebrates 50 years with an exhibition of photographs, plans and models showing how Lasdun’s vision has been interpreted and transformed by successive architects and imaginative landscaping. Drop in, Ages 14+, Fully accessible, Booking not required 9.15am – 10am, 10.15am – 11am, 11.15am – 12noon

Cambridge University Library: a powerhouse of knowledge Cambridge University Library, West Road, CB3 2DR Take a tour of one of the world's greatest research libraries, which has captivated the imagination of students since its construction in 1934. The Library is home to more than 8 million books, journals and documents, from 3,000 year-old handwritten texts to the latest electronic articles. Find out about the library's history, special collections and future. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* 9.30am - 10.30am, 11.30am - 12.30pm, 1.30pm - 2.30pm

John Lewis: behind the scenes John Lewis Cambridge, Downing Street, CB2 3DS Explore our listed buildings on St Andrew’s Street and learn about their history and present use. Join us for a cup of tea afterwards and see mementoes from the past (from the Museum of Cambridge) with retired Partners. Meet by the Robert Sayle plaque adjacent to the St Andrew’s Street entrance Tour, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

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Saturday 14 September

A cuckoo in the nest Medieval Cambridge and its University

Saturday 14 September

Tours of the award winning Sainsbury Laboratory

Historical and Architectural Bicycle Tour

10am – 12noon

10am – 10.30am, 10.45am – 11.15am, 11.30am – 12noon, 12.15pm – 12.45pm, 1.15pm – 1.45pm, 2pm – 2.30pm, 2.45pm – 3.15pm

Historic and architectural cycle tour

Treasures of Queens’ College Old Library Queens’ College, Silver Street, CB3 9ET Dating from 1448, the Old Library is the original College library. Its 20,000 volumes include medieval manuscripts, incunabula, books with elaborate bindings and early editions of important works. Many of the books have been annotated by generations of Queens’ scholars, providing an invaluable record of intellectual activity from early modern times until the 19th century. With many books in their original 16th century bindings, the Library is notable in that of all Oxbridge libraries it remains closest to its original state. An exhibition of some of the Library's treasures will be on display. Tour, All ages, Fully accessible, Pre-book* 10am – 11.30am, 12noon – 1.30pm, 2pm – 3.30pm, 4pm – 5.30pm

Tours of the award-winning Sainsbury Laboratory Sainsbury Laboratory, Bateman Street, CB2 1LR Tours of the Stirling Award-winning Sainsbury Laboratory will be given by Stanton Williams architects and the laboratory's staff to include aspects of their plant science research. Please note that admission to the laboratory does not include admission to the Botanic Garden. Tour, Adults, Fully accessible. Pre-book* 10am – 12noon

Tours of the new University of Cambridge Sports Centre Charles Babbage Road, CB3 0FS Tours of the new Sports Centre will take place every 15 minutes between10am and 12noon. Drop in, All ages, Fully accessible, Booking not required

Outside the Guildhall, Market Square, CB2 3QJ Bring your own bicycle and join us on a tour around historical sites in Cambridge from Roman times until the present day. Using a 1575 map to guide us, we will look at buildings, streets, meadows, the Backs and some modern architecture. The 10-mile route will use as many off-road paths as possible and should take about two hours. The tour is designed for those new to, or not familiar with, Cambridge. Tour, Adults, Fully accessible to confident cyclists, Pre-book* 10am – 1pm

Cambridgeshire Archives Cambridgeshire County Council, Shire Hall, Castle Hill, CB30AP Cambridgeshire Archives holds historical documents for the county dating from the 13th century to today. Take a tour of the facilities in Shire Hall and see some of the thousands of archive boxes, the digitisation studio and the work of the document conservator to repair fragile parchment and paper documents. Tour, Ages 10+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book by email to: cambs.archives@cambridgeshire.gov.uk or tel: 01223 699399 10am – 3pm

Haddon Library of Archaeology and Anthropology Downing Street, CB2 3DZ In 2012 and 2013, the Haddon Library received a massive book transfusion, with books and journals about ancient Egypt and Assyria brought over from another Cambridge library, and several important bequests. Come and see how the library is using these and hear about plans for the future. Drop in, Age 14+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

10am – 4pm

Pheons and porcupines: the mysteries of Sidney heraldry explained

Behind the Corpus Clock: the Taylor Library revealed

Saturday 14 September

10am – 4pm

Taylor Library, Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH The building on the corner of Bene’t Street supports a most unusual clock, the ‘Corpus Clock,' designed by the library's main benefactor Dr John C. Taylor. In the interior, the old building has been hollowed out and the cavity replaced by an entirely new structure of rooms, passages and staircases. This intricately designed space now forms the main undergraduate study library for the College. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Sidney Sussex College, Library, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU On display will be a collection of books and memorabilia illustrating the varied uses of heraldry in Sidney Sussex College. The exhibition will include an Elizabethan roll of arms, the Foundress's seal and heraldic art by Wilfrid Scott-Giles. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required 10am – 4pm

Subterranean library stacks and historic natural science texts

10am – 4pm

Cambridge American Cemetery: the sacrifices that gave us our freedom

Central Science Library, Arts School, Bene’t Street, CB2 3PY Descend into the basement of the Central Science Library, where ghosts are said to still linger in the dark corners. Built on the remains of a medieval monastery, the library has been known to be home to more than just books. Find out more on our walking tour and visit our exhibition of beautifully illustrated historic natural science books. Drop in, Ages 8+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Cambridge American Cemetery, Madingley Road, Coton, CB23 7PH Visit the cemetery that marks the role of Americans in England during the last World War. Imagine the courage of the men and women who sacrificed their lives and explore their contribution through interactive displays and storyboards. Walk through the court of honour with its Wall of the Missing and visit the stunning memorial. Tours available. Drop in, Ages 10+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

10am – 4pm

Open day at the Whipple Museum Whipple Museum of the History of Science, Free School Lane, Cambridge, CB2 3RH The Whipple Museum holds a unique collection of scientific instruments and models ranging from the purely functional to the beautiful and ornate. Visit the new globes gallery, investigate the Discover Gallery and call in to the hands-on Victorian parlour. Short tours and talks will be available throughout the day. Drop in, All ages, Fully accessible, Booking not required

Taster sport sessions University of Cambridge Sports Centre, Charles Babbage Road, CB3 0FS and various University Sports sites Book on to a range of individual and family sport sessions available across University sports sites. Hands on, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book tel: 01223 336580, visit: www.sport.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge

SIMON GOOSE

WHIPPLE MUSEUM OF THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE

Open day at the Whipple Museum

10am – 4pm

Subterranean library stacks, Central Science Library

visit: www.cam.ac.uk/opencambridge or tel: 01223 766766

Saturday 14 September

Past Masters exhibition, Old Library, Christ's College

Mosque Open Day

10am – 4pm

10am – 5pm

Past Masters exhibition: Christ's College

Mosque open day

Christ's College, St Andrew's Street, CB2 3BU Visit the spectacular Gothic revival library, built by the Victorian architect G.F. Bodley, which houses the College’s historic collections. The current exhibition, Past Masters, offers a fascinating insight into the historic role of Master of the College, exploring the many characters that have held this illustrious position over the last five centuries. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Abu Bakr Mosque, 1A Mawson Road, CB1 2AS Join us for guided tours of the Mosque, open question and answer sessions, a chance to see how Muslims pray, free refreshments and more. Further information: tel 01223 655223, email: sabina@meoc.org.uk or visit: www.exploreislamcambridge.com Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required 10.30am – 11.30pm

The Cambridgeshire Collection 10am – 4pm

The Memorial Church: a 1920s architectural gem The Memorial Church (Cambridge Unitarian Church), Emmanuel Road, CB1 1JW The Memorial Church is home to Cambridge's Unitarians, a liberal religious movement tracing back to the Great Ejection in 1662 when dissenters left the Church of England. Designed by Ronald Potter Jones, the elegant oak-panelled chapel is part of an architectural scheme linked by a secluded garden. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

3rd floor, Central Library, Lion Yard, CB2 3QD The Cambridgeshire Collection is the County's principal local studies library. See a Cambridge newspaper as old as the USA, look at the first map of Cambridge from 1574 and find out who voted for William Pitt in the election of 1790. Go behind the scenes and see where we store the 90,000 books and journals and the 4.5 million photos, postcards and engravings that make up the Cambridgeshire Collection. Talk, Age 14+, Fully accessible, Pre-book* 10.30am – 11.30am, 12.30pm – 1.30pm, 2.30pm – 3.30pm

10am – 4pm

Cambridge Castle: the Shire Hall site

Parker Library open day

Cambridgeshire County Council, Shire Hall, Castle Hill, Cambridge, CB3 0AP The Shire Hall site has been an Iron Age village, a Roman fortlet, a Saxon cemetery, a Norman timber castle, a medieval stone castle, a civil war headquarters, artillery fortress, assize court and prison prior to serving as the Council’s offices. Council archaeologists will give tours of the standing remains and features around the site. Meet at the Shire Hall main entrance. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Corpus Christi College, Trumpington Street, CB2 1RH The Parker Library, named after Archbishop Matthew Parker (1504 –1575), is a treasure house of medieval and Renaissance manuscripts and early printed books. The collection includes the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, principal source book for early English history, and the best manuscript of Chaucer’s Troilus still in existence. No less important are the Middle English, French and Latin texts on subjects from alchemy and astrology to music and medicine. Drop in, Age 10+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

It will all come out in the wash

10.30am – 4.30pm

11am – 12noon, 12noon – 1pm

How white are your whites?

Sidney Sussex College: a tour of Cromwell’s alma mater

The Museum of Cambridge (formerly Cambridge & County Folk Museum), Castle Street, CB3 0AQ To celebrate a new exhibition dedicated to Cambridge laundries at the Cambridge Museum of Technology, a special Museum trail will take you on a search for white-themed objects. See if you can match them against a palette of whites. Can you think of a better description of the colour – butter bean white? Eyeball white? Follow your visit with a slice of cake in the tea room. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, CB2 3HU Take a tour of the College courts and gardens and view the fine plaster ceiling in the historic hall, the splendid neo-Baroque interior of the chapel and the plaque commemorating that Oliver Cromwell's head is buried in the ante-chapel. Meet at the Porter’s Lodge. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* 11am – 12noon, 1pm – 2pm

Jesus College sculpture tour 10.30am – 4.30pm

It will all come out in the wash Cambridge Museum of Technology, The Old Pumping Station, Cheddars Lane, CB5 8LD Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund Join us for a celebration of local laundry history. ‘Hanging Out’ features new work by Freudian Slips and photographic work by Cam Iris, woven through with details from the history of laundry work and wash days based on the memories of locals. Then tackle the laundry the old-fashioned way and have a go at making and removing your own stains. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – call for details, Booking not required 10.30am – 4pm

My Museum Favourite University and local museums Museums and collections are places of wonder where ideas are explored and stories are told. Dip into a trail that takes you across Cambridge and beyond, and step into the minds of the people behind Cambridge’s collections. See objects through the eyes of conservators, directors, volunteers and more, and share your own museum favourite. Download your free trail at www.cam.ac.uk/museums Drop in, Ages 14+, Booking not required

Jesus College, Jesus Lane, CB5 8BL Wander through the grounds of Jesus College and see the many sculptures on permanent display. This is also an opportunity to see those sculptures sited in buildings and that are not normally available to the public. Tour, Adults, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* 11am – 12noon, 12noon – 1pm, 1pm – 2pm, 2pm – 3pm, 3pm – 4pm

Inside the Cold War bunker Castle Court Building (rear of the Octagon Building), Shire Hall, Castle Hill, CB3 0AP Come and find out about the nuclear bunker deep beneath the County Council’s office buildings. Thankfully never needed for its intended use, the Council has converted the space to store significant items from its archaeological collections. This tour includes a visit to the bunker and a chance to view some of the archaeological material stored inside. On arrival, follow signs for the Cold War bunker tour. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

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Saturday 14 September

ADDENBROOKES HOSPITAL

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Cambridge Castle tours of the Shire Hall site

Saturday 14 September

11am – 12.15pm

12noon – 4pm

The Civic Insignia and Royal Charters

Abbey House open day

Abbey Road, CB5 8HQ Built circa 1578 on the site of an 11th century priory, and now home to a community belonging to the Triratna Buddhist movement, Abbey House has a rich history. Guided tours take you on a journey through the house, spiced with tales of ghosts and former owners. Afterwards, relax with a cup of tea and cake or visit the small exhibition that includes historic maps of the area. The last guided tour starts at 3.30pm. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

11am – 4pm

Treasures of St John’s Old Library St John's College, St John’s Street, CB2 1TP St John's Old Library was built in 1624 and houses a collection of over 30,000 early printed books as well as many medieval and early manuscripts, personal items and artefacts from famous alumni. In the 17th century, the Library was the largest in Cambridge, and kings, princes and nobles were regular visitors. The collections are still in use by researchers from around the globe. An exhibition of some treasures of the collections will be on display, including the College's oldest manuscript. Drop in, Ages 8+, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

12noon – 4.30pm

Stourbridge Fair at the Leper Chapel Barnwell Junction, Newmarket Road, CB5 8JJ Join us for a re-enactment of the famous Stourbridge Fair in the grounds of the Leper Chapel, a special 12th century building owned and cared for by local charity Cambridge Past, Present & Future. Enjoy stalls and entertainment with a medieval flavour, storytelling and history talks. Drop in, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Booking not required

11am – 5pm

Mill Road History Project

2pm – 3pm – tour 2.30pm – 5pm – drop in

Romsey Mill, Hemingford Road, CB1 3BZ Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund The Mill Road History Project, coordinated by Mill Road Bridges, aims to capture a history of the area by gathering material and memories. Mill Road developed with the railway in the 19th century with the first major community buildings in the city – the bath house, isolation hospital, library, workhouse and playhouse cinema. Mill Road was home to new migrant communities and its social and political character has always been different from those found in the city centre. There will be a presentation every half hour, on the half hour. Drop in, All ages, Fully accessible, Booking not required

Histon Road Cemetery tour: remembrance, history and nature Histon Road Cemetery, Histon Road, CB4 3LE Pre-book onto the 2pm tour, or enjoy a self-guided walk between 2.30 – 5pm around this tranquil space and learn about its establishment, history and the lives of eminent Cambridge residents buried here. Designed by the Victorian garden designer J. C. Loudon, this Cemetery opened in 1843. In recent years, the Friends of Histon Road Cemetery have worked with the City Council to care for the cemetery as a historic site and green space. Tour, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book* CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Cambridgeshire County Council inside the Cold War Bunker

Abbey House open day

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

John Lewis Cambridge life in the old Robert Sayle

2pm - 3.30pm, 4.15pm - 5.45pm

4pm - 5.30pm

Tour of Robinson College gardens

Life in the old Robert Sayle

Porters Lodge, Grange Road, CB3 9AN Robinson College gardens owe their character to the the landscape architect, J. S. Bodfan Gruffydd, whose 1979 plan saw a formal-informal juxtaposition with a wild woodland water garden around the Bin Brook and a new small lake. A wide lawn runs down to this lake, framed by trees including a walnut planted in 1897 for Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee– now matched by a walnut planted for Queen Elizabeth’s. Tour, All ages, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

John Lewis Cambridge, Downing Street, CB23DS Alison Dickens from Cambridge University Archaeological Unit will give a fascinating talk about the life and times of Robert Sayle, the people who worked for him and the buildings that housed his business. Please assemble 10 minutes before the start time at the Robert Sayle plaque adjacent to the St Andrew's Street entrance. Talk, Arrive on time, Ages 12+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book*

2pm - 4pm

Hangar tour of Marshall of Cambridge The Airport, Newmarket Road, CB5 8RX Learn about the work and history of Marshall of Cambridge and tour the aircraft hangars. Meet at the main entrance. Tour, Ages 14+, Partial access – enquire for details, Pre-book by email to: jmb@marcamb.co.uk or tel: 01223 373368

Self-guided sculpture trails Available at any time, please allow two hours Trail 1: Cambridge Station to the Grafton Centre (South Cambridge and the Fitzwilliam Museum) Trail 2: The Tourist Centre to Robinson College (city centre area) Trail 3: Churchill College to Murray Edwards College (West Cambridge area) These trails guide participants to the wide range of 20th and 21st century sculpture within walking distance of the city centre. Downloadable trails are available at: www.cambridgesculpturetrails.co.uk Tour, All ages, Partial access – call for details, Booking not required

Trail 3: Four Square Walk Through by Barbara Hepworth at Churchill College

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Saturday 14 September

Hangar Tour of Marshall of Cambridge

Sunday 15 September

Welcome to Bridge the Gap on Sunday

Booking in advance is essential for all pre-book* events

Sunday 15 September

Sunday 15 September, 9.30am – 2pm

Bridge the Gap charity walk Jesus Green Register for start times at 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am Each year, around three thousand people participate in this scenic, five-mile charity walk through the City and historic College and University grounds. An accessible and familyfriendly event, Bridge the Gap attracts walkers and wheelchair users of all ages, participating individually, in small groups and as part of corporate teams. The 2013 route features Magdalene, St John’s, Clare, King’s, St Catharine’s, Pembroke, Downing, Emmanuel, and Jesus Colleges, as well as the Polar Museum, which will open its doors especially for the day. Registered guides will be on hand from the Society of Cambridge Tourist Guides to talk about the history of the Colleges and grounds, the Waterbeach Brass band will play new and old favourites at Emmanuel College, and a lively atmosphere and Tea Tent will welcome participants back to Jesus Green. Bridge the Gap brings together some of the best of Cambridge for the whole community to enjoy. Join us for this scenic day out and help us reach a target of £50,000 in support of Arthur Rank Hospice and Press Relief, two charities that help so many people in our local community.

Registration Early-bird offer (until 16 August) Advance booking (until 12 September) On the day

£12 £18 £20

Participants under 18 walk for free and must be accompanied by an adult. Register online or collect a form from any branch of the Cambridge Building Society. www.bridgethegapwalk.org info@bridgethegapwalk.org Bridge the Gap is supported by Cambridge Building Society, Cambridge University Press, TTP Group and Cambridge Assessment.

Pembroke College