• Senate House - We begin with a brief history of the University of Cambridge and discuss the resistance women faced to gain admission and equal rights at the University.

• Eagle - Hear Rosalind Franklin’s story and how her groundbreaking research in DNA was stolen.

• Cavendish Laboratory - Discover the story of Dorothy Hodgkin and her incredible contributions to the world of science.

• Queens’ College - Learn how women contributed to education and Cambridge University long before they could study here.

• Darwin College - Hear about impressive female alumni of Darwin college and discover the story of Gwen Raverat, a Cambridge local and granddaughter of Charles Darwin.

• Newnham College - Discover the incredible story of Millicent Fawcett and her contributions to Cambridge, female education and the women’s suffrage movement.

• King’s College - Hear about the male allies and colleges who supported women as they fought for equality at the University.

• The Backs - We stroll along the Backs and head towards the other side of the river.

• Great St Mary’s Church (Church of England) - We finish our tour at the origins of the University and reflect on the journey and struggles the women of Cambridge have, and continue, to face.

• Guided tour of historic Cambridge University led by a current student
• Insightful commentary on university life and traditions
• Access to the famous King’s College Chapel
• Chance to ask a Cambridge student questions about their experience
• Explore the iconic university colleges and their history
• Small group tour for a personalized experience
• Photography opportunities at notable university landmarks

• Entry / Admission to Colleges
• We do not enter any colleges on this tour

Hear the stories of the women of Cambridge including the first leader of the Suffragists, the first female British Nobel laureate and the first person to win an Oscar for both acting & screenwriting. Discover the shocking stories about the resistance women faced from the university as they struggled to achieve equality and the same rights as men. Follow the journey’s of the women of Cambridge including Millicent Fawcett, Virginia Wolf, Dorothy Hodgkin, Rosalind Franklin & Emma Thompson. All our tour guides are based at the University of Cambridge and our tours have been carefully researched. Our tours are restricted to a maximum of 12 people so small groups are guaranteed.

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