Historic churches · East of England
Great Saint Mary, The University Church
In or near Cambridge.
Great Saint Mary, The University Church — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge · 1.8 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Great Saint Mary, The University Church is a other located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Great St Mary's is the University Church located in Cambridge, known for its historic architecture and community worship. Visitors can explore the church, climb the tower for panoramic views, and participate in various educational and spiritual activities.
Place summary
Great Saint Mary, The University Church, located in Cambridge, London, serves as the university's principal church. It is notable for its significant role in the academic community and is a Grade II listed building.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2053, 0.1183
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- Cambridge
- Parish
- Cambridge, unparished area
- Postcode
- CB2 3PQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cambridge
- Phone
- +44 1223 747273
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge — 1.8 km
- Opening
- Monday–Saturday 10am–5:30pm; Sunday 12pm–4:30pm
- Official site
- www.greatstmarys.org
Sources
- osm: way/26344507 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Great Saint Mary, The University Church?
- Great Saint Mary, The University Church is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB2 3PQ), in the parish of Cambridge, unparished area.
- What is Great Saint Mary, The University Church?
- Great Saint Mary, The University Church — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Great Saint Mary, The University Church?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB2 3PQ.
- Is Great Saint Mary, The University Church free to visit?
- Yes, Great Saint Mary, The University Church is free to enter.
- How do I get to Great Saint Mary, The University Church?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB2 3PQ.