We are the Cambridge Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jean M.
Cambridge University is well known for its historic buildings in the city centre, many of which are listed*. Perhaps less well known are the examples of modernist & postmodern buildings** to be found on and between the university's Sidgwick and West Cambridge sites. This walk visits both those sites to look at some of these buildings, of which a number are already listed ... and maybe try predict which other buildings might be future candidates for that honour?
The main walk is about 6.5 miles, with an optional loop near the end of just under a mile through part of the new development at Eddington to see how this is shaping up, plus a section of the University's key worker accommodation which was shortlisted for the architectural RIBA 2021 Stirling Prize.
Walk begins and ends at the Madingley Road park & ride. All the walk is on paved/good surfaces.
Bring rations for mid-morning break and lunch break (if planning on doing the Eddington loop). There are couple of cafés and a Sainsburys in Eddington.
Any queries please email walk leader (Jean) via email: jemcamramblers@gmail.com
* Listed Buildings: these are buildings of special architectural or historic interest, and have legal protection from being altered or demolished. The record of each listed building is hosted on the National Heritage List for England.
** Modern/modernist architecture was a movement that was prominent in the 20th century, from around the 1930's. It was based upon new and innovative technologies of construction (use of glass, steel, and concrete), the principle of functionalism (form should follow function), minimalism and a rejection of ornament. The postmodern architecture movement emerged in the 1960s as a reaction against the austerity, formality, and lack of variety of modernist architecture.
Meet at the Madingley Road park & ride, by the bus drop off point. Walk leader's mobile on the morning - 07837 008083
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