St Bene't's Church
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Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to a truly 'hidden' gem in the heart of Cambridge. While the grand colleges and the soaring heights of King's College Chapel often dominate the skyline, St Bene't's Church holds a title they cannot claim: it is the oldest…
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The tower of St Bene't's is a rare and precious survival of pre-Conquest architecture. To an analytical eye, the most striking feature is the 'long-and-short work' at the quoins, or corners. …
Listen in the app3The Guilds, the College, and the Gallery
St Bene't's Church is intrinsically linked to the founding of Corpus Christi College, one of the University's oldest and most unique institutions. The college was established in 1352 not by a wealthy monarch or bishop, but by two…
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Your time at St Bene't's Church is coming to a close, but the sense of deep time you have experienced here should accompany you on the rest of your tour. This building is a reminder that even in a city defined by cutting-edge…
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What is St Bene't's Church?
St Bene't's Church is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.2044, 0.1186 |
| Last updated |
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