Church of St Botolph, Medieval parish church near Trumpington Gate, Cambridge, England.
Church of St Botolph is a stone structure with a tower crowned by figures of the four evangelists and walls combining flint with Barnack stone elements. The building unites these substantial stone features with carefully crafted architecture that emphasizes its role as a parish church.
The present structure dates from 1350 and was built near the former south gate of medieval Cambridge. Its position at this entrance point made it an important spiritual landmark for travelers arriving at the city.
The interior holds the only surviving medieval rood screen among Cambridge's parish churches, restored with painted decorations during the Victorian era. This blend of ancient structure and later artistic additions shows how the building evolved over centuries.
The building is open daily to visitors who wish to explore its interior spaces. Those wanting the full experience should check when services and prayer times occur, as these may affect visiting opportunities.
Four original bells from 1460 still hang in the tower and ring regularly for services and special occasions. An octagonal font from 1637 with an ornately carved wooden Laudian cover stands as a crafted testament to that era within the church.
Location: Cambridge
Inception: 14 century
Website: https://stbotolphcam.org
GPS coordinates: 52.20250,0.11807
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06
Cambridge University Press (Pitt Press) University Press
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53, Trumpington Street
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1, 1A And 1B, Botolph Lane
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Richardson Candle Street Lamp On The South-East Corner Of Silver Street.
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Corpus Christi College, Four Lamp Standards In New Court
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Wall And Fence Of The Churchyard Of The Church Of St Botolph
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Telephone Kiosks Outside Pitt Building
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Two Lamp Posts At The Main Entrance To The College, St Catharine's College
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Botolph House
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Three Richardson Candle Wall-Mounted Lamps Attached To The North Side Of The Mill Lane Site On Silver Street.
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1 Silver Street and 71-72 Trumpington Street
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