Newnham College, Cambridge

Registrarse: 14:00 (2:00) Adelante (se pueden permitir llegadas fuera de esta ventana si sus planes de viaje no se pueden ajustar, sin embargo, esto está sujeto a disponibilidad)

Salida: 00:00 (12:00) - 10:00 (10:00)

Historia

Newnham was established in 1871 as a house in which young women could reside while attending lectures in Cambridge, long before they were allowed to become full members of the university with the granting of degrees to women in 1948.

Comida y bebida

The welcoming atmosphere at Newnham College invites relaxation and enjoyment. The Iris Café is located near the Porters' Lodge and Dorothy Garrod bedrooms and is a bright and airy space with a stunning ceiling-mounted sculpture. Immediate access to the terrace makes it perfect for summer days. Options avaialble at the Iris Café are:

• Barista-style coffee and a selection of teas
• Cold drinks including fresh smoothies, kombucha and juice from the Cambridge Juice Company
• Warm bacon baps, egg baps and sausage rolls.
• Paninis and baguettes, some of which can be warmed. Bloomer and focaccia sandwiches.
• Pastries and cakes

Terrenos y jardines

Newnham's enchanting grounds and gardens are open and you are welcome to walk on the grass. Set in 17 acres, the main site is divided up into large lawns, wildflower areas, herbaceous boarders and formal gardens. Tree-shaded lawns and a large sports field just beyond offer plenty of space for relaxation surrounded by buildings designed in the romantic Queen Anne style. Running west from the back of the Old Labs is a woodland nutwalk. At the far end of the sports field near the Observatory, are Newnham's unique collection of bearded Irises.

Otras instalaciones

Art is displayed throughout Newnham’s buildings and gardens, reflecting the identity and enhancing the cultural life of the College. The collection comprises fine and decorative works of art, with notable portraits by artists like Henry Lamb, Glynn Philpott, and Augustus John.

Newnham’s art collection began in the College’s early days and continues to grow through alumnae gifts and bequests. Featured artists include Dame Laura Knight, Lucy Madox Brown, Gertrude Hermes, William De Morgan, Dora Gordine, and Mary Fedden. Contemporary works by Cathy de Monchaux, Sinta Tantra, Juliette Losq, Erika Tan, and Gillian Wearing are also part of the collection.