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Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

Situated in the heart of the city centre. View the famous Chronophage Corpus Clock when you visit.

Summary

  • 14th century buildings
  • 17th century buildings
  • 18th century buildings
  • 19th century buildings
  • Breakfast included
  • No car parking
  • No smoking
  • Minimum age 18

Facilities

  • Internet access for a charge
  • Shared gardens
  • Luggage storage

Food and Drinks

  • Continental breakfast (included)
  • English breakfast (included)
  • Lunch available (at additional cost)
  • Dinner available (at additional cost)

Nearby recreations

  • Recommended walks
  • Pub (walking distance)
  • Museums (walking distance)
  • Gardens
  • Golf course (a short drive)
  • Tennis courts (a short drive)
  • Recommended restaurants (walking distance)
  • Theatre (walking distance)

Corpus Christi College is one of the oldest colleges in the University of Cambridge is located in the heart of the city.

The accommodation available is used by our students during the University term time and are allocated both within and outside College walls. Each single standard bedroom (with shared bathroom facilities) has a wash hand basin and also provided in the room.  All rooms have towels, a bath mat, internet access and a toiletry pack.  Your bedroom will be cleaned daily Monday to Friday by our housekeeping staff, we do not offer a pull up service. A guide book is also included in your welcome pack on arrival.

Bedrooms within the grounds of the College are those in New Court and Library Court, with other bedrooms situated just out of the main gate; Botolph Court and Benet Street. Library Court ensuite accommodation is within the college and the Beldam Building ensuite accommodation is a 2 minute walk away from College. Bedrooms located on the Benet Passage (en-suite double & single) are suitable for 2 guests, one couple or small family.

We have limited accommodation suitable for guests needing wheelchair access.  We ask wheelchair users to contact us to make arrangements to dine in Hall.

We very much look forward to welcoming you!

History to the present day

The College is unique among colleges in Oxford and Cambridge in having been formed, not by royalty or other distinguished persons, but by two local guilds, the Guild of Corpus Christi and the Guild of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Old Court, a rare medieval architectural gem and the oldest surviving enclosed court in Cambridge, dates from the foundation of the College in 1352.

The 19th century Neo-Gothic New Court provides the four traditional essentials of a college - a Chapel, a Library, a Hall and a Lodge for the Master.  Famous Students who have attended Corpus Christi include the playwrights Christopher Marlowe and John Fletcher.

Fascinating fact: Long-nosed inquisitive Corpus Master Matthew Parker of 1544 was the original "Nosey Parker!!"

The Porter's Lodge offers a variety of books on the history of Corpus, postcards and other souvenirs.

Food and Drinks

Breakfast is included in the price and is served in the Dining Hall, New Court each morning from 0800 to 0830.

Tea and Coffee-making facilities are available for ensuite bedrooms only.

Other facilities

Each bedroom in College has an internet point. Simply plug your ethernet cable into the wall point and your laptop and follow our easy step-by-step instructions to log onto the internet. Payment is taken online and the system allows you to securely input your credit card details to pay quickly and easily for internet usage during your stay. Ethernet cables can be bought from the Porter's Lodge for £5 if you do not have your own. The Porter's Lodge will have the internet instructions to pick up when you check in.

When you arrive, you will be given a welcome information pack; this will include details on breakfast times, a map of the college and details about using the internet.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, CB2 1RH, United Kingdom

Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, CB2 1RH

Check-in is between 1400 and 2300 (2300 the very latest), and check-out by 0930. Breakfast is served from 0800 to 0830.

Please note, if you arrive later than 2300 you will not be issued a key and we can not refund your payment.

On arrival, all guests must report to the Porter's Lodge (located at the main entrance to the college). Please show your booking confirmation to the Porters. 

All guests who do not hold a UK passport are required by law to fill in a Guest Registration Form - this will be in the Porters Lodge for you to fill in on arrival.  You must bring your passport with you. You will then be given a key to your bedroom and directed to your room(s).

The College Porters’ duties do not involve handling luggage; you must carry your own luggage to and from your room.

Corpus Christi College unfortunately does not have any parking available, although please note there is large 24/7 car parks nearby. As we are locoated in the city centre there are close rail links and bus stations.

 

More photos of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

New Court

Benet Passage Accommodation/single bedroom

Benet Passage Accommodation/double bedroom

The famous Corpus Clock or Chronophage

Chapel

The Bursar's Garden

A New Court single standard bedroom

Single ensuite on Y Staircase, Library Court

Old Court in bloom

Nicholas Bacon

Stable Yard

College facade

The Pelican Bar, Library Court

Customer feedback

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, September 2011: From my arrival until leaving, the porters and staff were first class - I have the impression that nothing is too much trouble for them. Dinner for our conference on 21st Sept was excellent, food and service was first class at all times. I rated the room as good rather than excellent - but I have to be realistic, it is after all a functional college room, as such it was perfectly ok and had a glorious outlook. It was a pleasure and priviledge to stay at Corpus Christi.

, September 2011: Corpus Christi is a wonderful place to stay in Cambridge. Definitely recommended.

, September 2011: I enjoyed the stay in the historic environment, everyone I met were friendly. There was no bathroom in the room, instead a communal one in the corridor, but that worked. I will recommend it to my friends when they come over to Cambridge.

, August 2011: Staying in this magnificent historic college made our weekend in Cambridge very special and I would thoroughly recommend it.

, August 2011: a very enjoyable & unique experince, also great being so central. definately something I would consider again

, August 2011: Porters were brilliant, room very nice but breakfast almost all gone if you do not get there early.

, April 2011: A fantastic experience. Far better than any hotel in terms of service/attitude. Shame the breakfast was so uninspiring - warm orange (juice?) - a shame given the spendour of the dining hall

, September 2010: Excellent overal, and also a good standard of breakfast

, August 2010: Actually the receptionists were very friendly and willingly helpful! Could you please transfer this compliment to them? All of these items made my stay a memorable one in Cambridge. Thank you! Sabine xx

, March 2010: Can't remember room number. The room and facilities were good. We were there for a wedding just before Christmas and the general level of friendliness, assistance and service were....good!! An enjoyable experience.

, February 2010: Will definetely come back

, February 2010: outstanding value

, August 2009: The porters provided an excellent service and were very helpful and accommodating in providing advice, directions and assisting in looking after luggage prior to access to the rooms.

, August 2009: We stayed in Corpus Christi (Newnham House) for one night and Garden Court at Sydney Sussex for the second night. A really excellent experience - more interesting and friendlier than many a 4 star hotel. Porters delightful and helpful. The rooms basic but clean and very comfortable. Breakfast in the wonderful halls a unique experience and both beautiful freshly cooked food. Altogether I would thoroughly recommend this accommodation.

, August 2009: Although I was only in the room for a short period having been out late on a stag night I thought the room was excellent value for money and the general level of accommodation was very good. I would certainly recommend the facilities to friends considering a visit to Cambridge.

, July 2009: Efficient, clean, tidy, cheap and cheerful and centrally located!

, July 2009: I really enjoyed my stay in such a stunningly beautiful central location . For a few days I relived my student days, if only they had been at Cambridge.

, July 2009: It is always lovely to be back! The rooms were spotlessly clean and Botolph Court is quite delightful.

, July 2009: Really appreciated the location, the hall for breakfast was stunning and porter friendly and helpful.

, April 2009: I had a fabulous time at Corpus Christi (Newnham Ho). It was so much more of an experience than staying in a hotel. It gave a real sense of the Cambridge experience. I pick out the fantasticaly friendly and helpful Porter at CC for special mention and the dining in the hall was amazing.

, October 2008: Had a wonderful stay; college porters were helpful & courteous...rooms were great, whole experience excellent. Would recommend a stay to other friends visiting Cambridge. Thank you!!

, September 2008: Good, clean and comfortable accomodation in the heart of historic Cambridge. Excellent experience to stay in one of the university colleges - esecially for an academic historian such as myself. Thankyou.

, September 2008: Extrememly helpful people at the site, very friendly. I would recommend the accomodation to friends and family.

, September 2008: will use again

, August 2008: R.S. & J. Holder.. Very enjoyable central stay loction full of History & culture recommended

, August 2008: A lovely place to stay, and beautiful views! The only thing I would have liked is some seating in the Courts, so that I could sit and contemplate the surroundings. A great experience

, August 2008: Newnham House - very good accom, quiet and clean enough - good value for money

, August 2008: Choosing this accomodation was the best decision I made for my trip to Cambridge! Corpus Christi was beautiful, the porters were very helpful, and the price was much better than any other option (except for the Youth Hostel, which is not for everyone).

, August 2008: Very nice atmosphere, beautiful room and nice staff! I absolutely recommend!

, August 2008: Porters were friendly and very helpful---they made my visit a very enjoyable one. They deserve a gold medal! Room was good. This is a wonderful service you provide to visitor. Thanks so much!

, August 2008: You deliver what you offer in your website. The view from my window was enchanting. However, I would suggest that you should provide a bathmat for each of your guests, instead of one per bathroom.

, July 2008: Very convivial surroundings; a good room, lovely buildings, and (helpfully) access to a nearby kitchen area. And of course a super breakfast. Thank you (again) for another good stay.

, July 2008: Hello, We had a variety of rooms at Newnham House and the Beldham building. The porters lodge were fantastic and helped out with directions etc constantly. The overall experience was very, very good and we would come and stay again. Its great being right in the city and getting a complete feeling of university life for Cambridge students. We only had small issues, one being parking, at Newnham house, there was plently of room and to get keys and then walk back there was a bit of hassle. Secondly, the rooms were very hot, even with windows open. Newnham house, was extremely hot and my guests (I booked everything) complained to me about this, but seeing as it was one night I did not take it further. At Beldham building, the windows would not open, only a small one which wasn't much use. Overall I would highly recommend as you can get completely immerse yourself in the city and get a real sense of uni life and the experiences which come with it. Not only that but its great value. Thank you!

, July 2008: Would have been nice to have had tea/coffee facilities in room - nothing like a cuppa on a rainy day! Other than that, an excellent week with very helpful porters.

, July 2008: Disappointed that there was no kettle in room or access to kitchen area. It is nice to be able to make a simple cup of tea before retiring at night and, at the price of the room, a few tea bags, coffee sachets etc., would not go amiss. The cheapest B & B would provide these. Otherwise, a terrific central location and a clean, bright room with comfortable bed.

, July 2008: I was very impressed by the polite and friendly service I received at the Porters' Lodge, and was more than happy with the well-equipped and clean room. The price of the accommodation was significantly lower than other options I had investigated in Cambridge. I would definitely use University Rooms again!

, July 2008: I really enjoyed my stay. The staff were very helpful and the room was excellent. I was dissapointed that i couldn't use the self catering facilities as i was hoping to save money by cooking my own food but overall it was a great experience. Its not often possible to stay right in the centre of a city, so close to such much beautiful historic scenery - so thank you! I will definately come back!

, July 2008: Absolutely no problems with checking in late, the team at the office were really helpful and friendly. The room was lovely and really made my stay in Cambridge a great experience, especially having breakfast in that lovely hall! Thanks

, July 2008: My bath towel was not replaced when the maid changed the linen. Apart from that, a very nice stay.

, April 2008: I was very impressed with the room and the breakfast in Hall

, April 2008: Most enjoyable, very helpful and friendly staff. Need more information on excursions, and what to do in cambridge, not just on places of where to eat. Times to visit the colleges, any walking tours, how much to hire a bicycle or a punt a day. Students to take you around the other rooms of the college, and maybe sit in on one of the lectures ; to seek the true college experience ! Just ideas to help, not criticism!

, April 2008: This is the second time I've stayed at Corpus Christi College and again the room was excellent, the welcome good, and accommodation full of character. I'd certainly consider staying again and would recommend the experience. If Cambridge Rooms could conceivably consider introducing some sort of discount scheme for regular customers that would be even better! I'd probably be able to book more often.

, April 2008: Excellent overall. The room was excellent: a very generous size, full of old world character and in a most interesting location. I'd thoroughly recommend Corpus Christi College's accomodation. If I had one tiny suggestion it would be to ask if it were possible to provide tea/coffee making facilities.

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