Bridge Street, Cambridge facts for kids

Bridge Street is a very old street in the middle of Cambridge, England. It connects Magdalene Street in the northwest to Sidney Street in the southeast. This street got its name because it used to go over the Great Bridge on the River Cam. However, that part is now called Magdalene Street, named after Magdalene College.

Many important places are found near Bridge Street. To the south, you'll find St John's Street. Close by is St John's College, which is one of the biggest colleges at the University of Cambridge.

Famous Buildings on Bridge Street

The Round Church

One of the most famous buildings here is the Holy Sepulchre. People often call it The Round Church because of its unique shape. It's a very old church built around the year 1130. Its design was inspired by a church in Jerusalem. You can find it at the corner of Bridge Street and Round Church Street.

St Clement's Church

Another old church, St Clement's Church, is also on Bridge Street. It stands at the corner where Thompson's Lane meets Bridge Street.

Historic Layout

The small streets and courtyards behind Bridge Street, St John’s Street, and All Saints Passage still look much like they did in the Medieval times. This shows how old and historic this part of Cambridge is.

The Hawks' Club

At 18 Portugal Place, a small street off Bridge Street, you'll find The Hawks' Club. This is a special club for university sportsmen from Cambridge. It was started a long time ago, in 1872.

Gallery

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  Bridge Street shown on an 1886 map of St John's College.

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  The northeast side of Bridge Street with St Clement's Church in the background.

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  The Holy Sepulchre, also known as "Round Church".

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  The Baron of Beef public house at 19 Bridge Street.