churches
The history of Cambridge is entwined with that of the Church of England. The colleges see above all have chapels which can be visited, but town churches also offer a rich insight into the history of the town and university, and are usually free. Even if you aren't interested in places of worship, they are well worth a few minutes attention and are peaceful places to enjoy.
Great St Mary's
open daily, free. This fine example of 15th-Century English Perpendicular architecture is on the market square opposite King's College. As well as viewing the beautiful nave, visitors can climb the bell tower admission £2.50 for spectacular views over the town.St. Benet's
(http://www.stbenets.org.uk/) - tucked away in the lanes is this tiny 11th-century church. Its main attraction is a Saxon arch in the nave. One of several churches in town with bells, this one is a good location to see English bellringing. The times are unpredictable and not published but Sunday afternoons are your best bet. Please be quiet, ringing takes a surprising amount of concentration and the ringers can do without distractions.All Saints, Jesus Lane
(http://www.visitchurches....) - open daily, free. This 19th century church is no longer used for worship but has been preserved as a rare example of the Arts and Crafts movement, featuring a highly ornate interior by Bodley, and windows and wall decorations by William Morris.St. Andrew's, Chesterton
a walk from town, but with an impressive if somewhat faded medieval Doom painting around the chancel arch, showing the Judgement and giving worshippers good reason to pay attention to the sermon.