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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · East of England

The Golden Helix

In or near Cambridge.

Free admission

The Golden Helix — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.

Portugal Place and the Hawks' Club - geograph.org.uk - 6224647

John Sutton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Cambridge · 2.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Golden Helix is a public art located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2021

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

The Golden Helix is a sculpture located at The Varsity Hotel in Cambridge. It features a gold leaf spiral embedded in a polished concrete wall, showcasing a blend of art and architecture.

Place summary

The Golden Helix is a public art installation located in London. It features a distinctive spiral design, symbolising growth and evolution in urban spaces. The piece contributes to the city's modern art landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.2097, 0.1191
County
Cambridgeshire
District
Cambridge
Parish
Cambridge, unparished area
Postcode
CB5 8AQ
Parliamentary constituency
Cambridge
Nearest railway station
Cambridge2.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Golden Helix?
The Golden Helix is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB5 8AQ), in the parish of Cambridge, unparished area.
What is The Golden Helix?
The Golden Helix — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Golden Helix?
The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB5 8AQ.
Is The Golden Helix free to visit?
Yes, The Golden Helix is free to enter.
How do I get to The Golden Helix?
The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB5 8AQ.