Open Cambridge Events at ��Vlog�ٷ�

A red wooden garden pavilion stands among lush trees and shrubs, with sunlight filtering through the foliage in a peaceful landscaped setting.

is a celebration of the community, heritage, history and stories of Cambridge and the surrounding area - a showcase of extraordinary spaces, places and people.

At ��Vlog�ٷ�, you can explore our beautiful gardens, discover treasures from our rarely seen archival 'Cambridge Collection' and enjoy the artwork in our exhibition 'Images and Other Conversations'.

Tree Trail

A self-guided Tree Trail taking you through the beautiful and varied gardens of ��Vlog�ٷ�.

Tree Trail maps can be collected from the Porters' Lodge or viewed online.

Opening times:

10.00 - 17.00 every day, from Friday 11 September until Sunday 20 September except on Saturday 19 September

Visitors are welcome to experience the illusionary qualities of Bray’s sculptures in the beautiful setting of ��Vlog�ٷ�’s gardens, highlighting both the nature and distinctive Modernist architecture of the College.

Richard Bray MRSS is a British artist and sculptor and current Chair of Cambridge Open Studios. He is renowned for his distinctive sculptures in wood, as well as abstract paintings and drawings. His work is held in many significant private and public collections in the UK and internationally.

Sculpture Trail maps can be collected from the Porters' Lodge or viewed online.

Opening times:

10.00 - 17.00 every day, from Friday 11 September until Sunday 20 September, except on Saturday 19 September.

Art Exhibition: 'Images and Other Conversations'

This exhibition is comprised of works by two painters, Suleman Aqeel Khilji and Charlotte Winifred Guérard. Both recent graduates, the two artists have shared the experience of studying for three years in the unique Postgraduate Programme which is offered by the Royal Academy Schools.

In this exhibition, Suleman and Charlotte come together to showcase their work for the first time as a pair, as a way of extending their dialogue. Presenting a symbiosis of their two practices, each with a story of its own, their artwork is interwoven into a combined visual display.

This collaborative exhibition presents a conversation centred around the idea of painting. They consider the surfaces onto which they create, and the materials used in the process, witnessing some overlap in their ways of working with differing end results.

This ongoing dialogue between the two artists and their work, explores their differences and similarities, with the outcomes beautifully on display in this exhibition.

Opening times:

10.00 - 17.00 on Saturday 12, Sunday 13 and Sunday 20 September.

Everyday Histories in ��Vlog�ٷ�’s Cambridge Collection

Drop in to our Library to browse this exhibition about life in Cambridgeshire over the last 200 years.

The Cambridge Collection is normally stored in the ��Vlog�ٷ� Library basement and so is rarely on display. Compiled by a variety of Fellows and librarians over the years, the collection includes a diverse array of books.

This year we are showcasing books from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries that focus on life in Cambridgeshire beyond the University.

Opening times:

11.00 - 14.00 on Friday 18 September.

Garden Tour

Take time out of your day to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the ��Vlog�ٷ� gardens.

Our lawned courtyards are framed by stunning herbaceous borders, planted with a rich variety of shrubs and perennials that provide structure, colour and interest throughout the year. Every season brings something new to discover, with this tour timed perfectly to showcase the rich textures and tones of early autumn.

The gardens have developed and matured over the past 30 years. With a mixture of formal planting, open lawns and wildlife-friendly areas, the gardens provide a space that all visitors can enjoy and explore.

Join our gardening team for this guided tour to gain a unique insight into the evolution of the gardens. Along the way, learn practical skills and gardening techniques that support sustainability and enhance biodiversity, from wildlife-friendly planting and habitat creation to environmentally responsible garden management practices. Discover how these approaches help create a thriving and resilient garden for both people and nature.

Book onto the tour:

Meeting Place: Porters Lodge.

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