Robinson College, Cambridge

Historia

Robinson College is the most recent addition to the 31 colleges which make up the University of Cambridge.

It owes its foundation to the generosity of Sir David Robinson who founded Robinson Rentals, one of the first television rental companies. He also owned a successful racing stable in Newmarket. His endowment is the largest single gift ever accepted by the University.

The College received the award for architectural excellence from the Royal Institute of British Architecture for building completed between 1976 and 1980.

Comida y bebida

Full English Breakfast is available in the Garden Restaurant from 8.00am until 9.00 am. This is a staff assisted self service meal.

A full range of cooked items and cereals is available as well as continental breakfast. A self clearing system operates in the Garden Restaurant.

The College operates the Red Brick Cafe - a day-time coffee shop, conveniently located in the heart of the College, open throughout the day with a large flat screen TV, daily papers, comfy sofas and a cosy environment and free wifi access.  There is also a well-stocked bar providing an hospitable and comfortable environment for socialising and is open most evenings.  Details of opening times can be provided on arrival at the Porters Lodge.

Terrenos y jardines

Robinson College Gardens are a fusion of several pre-existing gardens which are subtly linked while still retaining their distinctive character. We now benefit from the plantings of the 1890s - early 1900s and from the focal water garden developed during the building of the College. Thus, magnificent mature trees and wilder areas are juxtaposed with more formal sections to make a diverse garden full of historical and horticultural interest which has become a haven for wildlife and a pleasure to the eye.

Otras instalaciones

Our bedrooms have either ensuite bathrooms (containing bath and shower, WC and basin), or are standard.  Standard rooms share one bathroom between two bedrooms.  All rooms are centrally heated and have radio alarm clocks. Beds are made with duvets in covers; bath and hand towels are provided as well as a complimentary vanity pack. We supply tea/coffee making tray with mineral water. Rooms are serviced daily.  Towels will be changed daily, but the frequency of change of bedlinen depends on the length of stay.  For example a four night stay would have no bedlinen change.  Many bedrooms have private balconies overlooking the garden. Smoking is not permitted in any of our bedrooms. The residential areas are conveniently close to all facilities. All of our bedrooms have internet access via our Ethernet network which guests may use for no additional charge.  Laundrette facilities are available on site and irons and hairdryers can be borrowed from the Porters Lodge.  There is a TV room available for guests.

Some rooms are situated on almost the ground floor (up three steps) and many bedrooms and most other areas of the College are accessible by lift. It might be helpful for guests to take into consideration that standard single rooms are located on upper floors which are accessible by between one and five flights of stairs. There are a limited number of rooms which are suitable for guests with access needs. Ideally those using wheelchairs should be accompanied by a companion. If you require further information on accessibility, please request this in the Additional Information section of the booking form or email support@universityrooms.co.uk.