Important information - please read before booking

*Where is the event taking place?

The event is taking place both at the Cambridge Central Mosque and the Faculty of Divinty. It is important that you understand the transport implications before registering, as you will need to move sites during the day.

In the morning the event will be at the Cambridge Central Mosque. Please aim to arrive around 10am to register. Directions to the mosque can be found here. There is no minibus parking at the mosque (although plenty of car parking), so do allow enough time to park if you are arriving in a large vehicle. There is unrestricted parking in the streets adjacent to the mosque and if the nearby streets are full, there is a large supermarket car park at the nearby Sainsbury's car park, a six minute walk away from the mosque. If you are arriving by coach, there is space adjacent to the mosque for dropping off. If you are arriving by train, the mosque is a 15 minute walk from the station (please note the details below about moving sites at midday).

At midday, attendees will need to travel to the Faculty of Divinity on West Road, Cambridge, CB3 9DP. Details about how to find the Faculty of Divinity are here. The distance between the two sites is too great to walk, so if you have arrived by car/minibus/coach please ensure your driver is aware that they will be needed at midday. If you have arrived by train and walked to the mosque, please note this on your booking form. We will endeavour to support you with the travel arrangements between the two sites. This will most likely involve arranging for taxis to take those that arrived by train from the mosque to the Faculty. Please ensure that any risk assessments you produce for your school are aware of this.

On arrival at the Faculty of Divinity, parking is similarly very limited. Minibuses and coaches can drop students on West Road, opposite the English Faculty. We have a small number of minibus spaces that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. If these are taken, there is on street Pay & Display parking on West Road and Sidgwick Avenue. There is also unregulated on-street parking on some nearby street including Herschel, Adams and Cranmer Roads. Drivers should aim to collect attendees from West Road at 3.30pm unless arrangements have been made for your group to see more of Cambridge after the event.

What do I need to bring?

You may want to take notes from some of the lectures, so please bring paper and a pen, alongside a packed lunch and a water bottle. Do not bring any valuables, as we cannot guarantee their safety.

What do I need to wear?

If you are attending as part of a school group, please wear your school uniform. If you are homeschooled or your school does not have a uniform, please dress appropriately for visiting the mosque.

Is lunch provided?

Lunch is not provided, so please ensure you bring a packed lunch.

I have accessibility requirements – what should I do?

Please email outreach@divinity.cam.ac.uk if you have not already let us know of any special requirements through the booking form. We are committed to making our events as accessible as possible and will work to ensure all requirements are accommodated.

Do I need a guardian or teacher to stay with me?

Students in Years 10 and 11 are required to have at least one adult per group for the duration of the event. If you are in Year 12, you are welcome to attend on your own, but please note the transport implications of moving between the mosque and the Faculty. You may be required to share a taxi with other solo attendees.

How much does the event cost?

There is no charge for attending the day. You will, however, be responsible for arranging your own travel to and from the event.

Can I see more of Cambridge during the day?

All attendees must undertake to remain with the group for the full duration of the event, including during lunch, unless prior arrangement has been made to leave early. However, after the close of the event at 3.30pm, you are welcome to use the rest of the afternoon to visit other colleges and the city. Guidance on how to get in to town and see other colleges can be provided on the day, if required.

Can I stay overnight?

The University Open Days will be taking place on the 6th and 7th July, and we recognise that some attendees may wish to stay overnight to be able to visit the Open Day. Several Cambridge Colleges make their unoccupied student rooms available to visitors and prospective students, for a charge. Meet Cambridge is the conference and events bureau for the Cambridge Colleges and will be able to direct you towards colleges that may have space.

How is my data used?

Please read how we use your personal information before booking tickets.

What do I do if I cannot attend?

Please cancel your ticket or email us, as our events often have waiting list and we would appreciate the opportunity to offer your space to others.

Any queries should be directed to 

outreach@divinity.cam.ac.uk