Enjoy a Stay at Cambridge University in England

Cambridge University, one of the oldest and most famous universities in the world, is giving travellers the chance stay on its historic grounds. The university opens its doors to visitors for bed and breakfast accommodation during the school holidays.

Visitors can choose from a range of room styles. Visitors can book online for rooms in 19 colleges, some of them dating from the 15th century or earlier. Thousands of visitors come to Cambridge each year, attracted by the historical architecture and unique atmosphere of the colleges. Now everyone can experience it first-hand.

A total of 550 function rooms and 6,500 bedrooms are available.

Cambridge, 80km (50 miles) north of London, has been a seat of learning for over 700 years. The oldest college, Peterhouse, was founded in 1284.

Wondering how much such a stay may cost? Purely as an example, but if you were to check in on 7 August 2010 rates start from around GBP 41 but vary depending on the room type and college chosen.