Location
Downing College is centrally located, close to many University faculties and departments but with wide open spaces away from the usual tourist track. The College's position on Regent Street is well-placed for all the amenities that Cambridge has to offer.
Accommodation
| Accommodation type | Number available | % Ensuite | Average monthly rent (2025/26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single rooms and studio flats (single occupancy) | 197 | 78% | £797 - £1,257 |
| Double rooms and flats for couples (no children) | 6 | 100% | £1,010 |
| Family accommodation | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Approximately 53% of postgraduate students live in College accommodation.
There is no guarantee of accommodation. First-year students are allocated accommodation when a place is confirmed, subject to availability. Further years can enter an accommodation ballot.
Facilities
Downing College features beautiful neo-classical buildings set in over 20 acres of tranquil gardens. Postgraduates can meet in the MCR, with dining options like the Butterfield Café and the Servery. Facilities include the 160-seat Howard Theatre, a library, a chapel, the Heong Gallery, and a Health and Wellbeing Centre. Extensive sports facilities include multi-use courts, the Paddock, a small gym, and a boathouse with an indoor rowing tank.
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