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Welcome to Downing College

A friendly and inclusive academic community in the heart of Cambridge

The Heong Gallery: Picturing the Invisible Summer Programme Downing Photographic Competition

Downing College in the University of Cambridge was founded in 1800 by the bequest of Sir George Downing.  Set amidst 20 acres of magnificent grounds in the heart of the city, Downing College is a community of committed scholars and students, current and future leaders in their fields.

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The Heong Gallery: Picturing the Invisible
23 February - 23 April 2023

The Heong Gallery: Picturing the Invisible

The Annual Reunion Dinner
Saturday 1 April 2023

The Annual Reunion Dinner

Segreants' Day and Club Dinner 2023
Saturday 22 April 2023

Segreants' Day and Club Dinner 2023

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Downing to host First Story Young Writers Festival 2023

Downing to host First Story Young Writers Festival 2023

Meet Oliver Boyne: Downing student and CUBC Men's President

Meet Oliver Boyne: Downing student and CUBC Men's President

Downing Fellow co-edits new edition of celebrated textbook

Downing Fellow co-edits new edition of celebrated textbook

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Wellbeing at Downing

Our new Wellbeing Centre will be a hub for supporting students and will be home to a newly expanded team of wellbeing practitioners.
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