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Lifelong Learning Social Activities

Attending a Girton Summer Programme is more than an exceptional academic experience

Throughout the summer school, participants will have the chance to take part in exciting activities across Cambridge, and those attending for the full two weeks will also go on day trips to London and Ely.

Activities in Cambridge

Social activities will be offered on most afternoons and evenings each week. Possible activities might include:

  • A visit to the King’s College Chapel
  • A walk along the River Cam
  • To take tea at The Orchard Tea Room at Grantchester
  • A visit to the Fitzwilliam museum
  • A tour of the University Botanic Garden
  • A guided tour of the extraordinary Parker Library at Corpus Christi College
Cambridge

London

Saturday 23 August will be spent in London where there will be the option to join a specially organised tour, together with free time to explore the city’s many sights.

Ely

Sunday 24 August will be spent visiting nearby Ely and its magnificent cathedral.

How to apply

We are now accepting applications for Summer 2025. Please find our simple online application form here.

Apply here
Lifelong Learning Students