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Overview

See the main sites of Cambridge while engaging with its complex past. Our tours are academically researched and led by students and academics from the iconic university. They ask questions about historical memory, controversial statues and objects, and the impacts of imperialism on the city and university.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Peas Hill, England, CB2 3PP, United Kingdom

Meet outside the the Cambridge Tourist Information Centre at the Guildhall in central Cambridge. Your guide will be wearing a green vest and carrying a tote bag with the Uncomfortable Cambridge logo.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. King's College
Meet your student guide at the front of King's College
Duration: 10 mins
2. Great St Mary's Church (Church of England)
Our first stop is Great St. Mary's Church to learn about the medieval tensions between the city and the university
Duration: 15 mins
3. Trinity Hall
In front of the Old Schools building, we will discuss problematic donations to the university
Duration: 10 mins
4. The Backs
Learn about the English Civil War and the legacy of Oliver Cromwell
Duration: 20 mins
5. Darwin College
Review map of Colleges, opposite site of former New Hall College, now Darwin College, and learn about the journey of women as they fought to become full members of the university
Duration: 10 mins
6. Queens' College
Discuss the history of black students at Cambridge University
Duration: 15 mins
7. St Catharine's College
Stop at St. Catharine's College to discuss controversies over histories of enslavement and object repatriation
Duration: 15 mins
8. King's College
Finsh where we started to discuss LGBTQIA+ histories and memory
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Cambridge University Student Guide

Exclusion

Admission to Trinity Hall, Newham College, Queens' College, St. Catharine's College, King's College

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers who have difficulty walking

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