Modern facilities for undergraduate and postgraduate life.
Study, relax, exercise, and connect in a friendly, mature community just minutes from central Cambridge.
St Edmund’s is home to both undergraduates and postgraduates, and our facilities are designed to support every stage of university life. From first‑year study skills to advanced research, from social events to quiet reflection.
We have a range of modern facilities on College grounds, including:
- Study and academic spaces – library (open 24/7), quiet rooms, teaching spaces
- Social and community spaces – fully catered dining hall, college bar, Edspresso coffee shop, gardens
- Wellbeing and support – indoor and outdoor gym, Chapel, Porters’ Lodge, music practice room, art room
- Daily living – laundry, gym, bike storage
Study and academic spaces
St Edmund’s offers a range of study environments to support every stage of university life, from first‑year supervisions to advanced research.
Library
Our College Library is a quiet, welcoming space for focused study. Students use it for revision, research, and writing throughout the year. The collection supports a wide range of subjects, and the space includes individual desks, comfortable seating, and reliable Wi‑Fi.
Teaching and supervision rooms
The College’s teaching rooms host supervisions, group projects, workshops, and revision sessions. These flexible spaces are used by both undergraduates and postgraduates and are available throughout the day.
Quiet study areas
Additional quiet rooms across the site provide peaceful environments for reading, writing, and research, ideal during exam periods or when you need uninterrupted concentration.
Social and community spaces
St Edmund’s is known for its friendly, mature community. Our social spaces help students connect, relax, and feel at home.
College bar
The bar is a relaxed, informal space where students meet after lectures, celebrate milestones, or enjoy College events. It’s a popular venue for both undergraduate and postgraduate social life.
Edspresso Café
Edspresso is the heart of daily College life, a cosy café perfect for coffee breaks, informal study, and catching up with friends. It’s a favourite spot for students between lectures or after a day in the lab.
Gardens and outdoor spaces
Our gardens are a defining feature of St Edmund’s. Students use them for summer revision, picnics, quiet reflection, and outdoor events. They offer a peaceful retreat within the city.
Wellbeing and fitness
Your wellbeing is central to college life, and our facilities support both physical and mental health.
Gym
The College gym includes cardio machines, free weights, and strength‑training equipment. It’s used by students training for College sport as well as those looking for convenient, everyday exercise.
Chapel
The Chapel is a calm, reflective space open to all students. It hosts services, concerts, and community events, and provides a quiet place for personal reflection.
Porters’ Lodge
The Porters’ Lodge is the College’s main point of contact for support and practical help. Porters assist with everyday questions, security, parcel collection, and guidance, especially valuable for new undergraduates settling in.
Daily living facilities
Practical facilities across the site make day‑to‑day life straightforward and comfortable.
Laundry
Laundry rooms are available for all students living in College accommodation.
Bike storage
Secure bike storage is provided on site, making it easy to travel around Cambridge.
Dining
Students can enjoy meals in the College dining hall, with options available throughout the week. Formal Hall and special dining events run regularly during term.
Accessibility
St Edmund’s is committed to ensuring facilities are accessible. Students with specific requirements can contact the College for tailored support.
Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.
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