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Peterhouse is the oldest constituent college of the University of Cambridge in England, founded in 1284 by Hugh de Balsham, Bishop of Ely. Peterhouse has around 300 undergraduate and 175 graduate students, and 54 fellows .
With seven centuries of history, Peterhouse has outstanding libraries and archives. The Perne Library is one of the most exceptional collections of historical books and manuscripts in Cambridge. The Ward Library supports Peterhouse students with a variety of study spaces and a collection of over sixty-five thousand volumes.
About the College | Peterhouse. Peterhouse is the oldest of the Cambridge colleges, founded by Hugo de Balsham, Bishop of Ely in 1284 and granted its charter by King Edward I. The College is a Registered Charity, no. 1137457.
The dining hall at Peterhouse was completed in 1290 and, in continuous use by Fellows and students for over 700 years, is the oldest collegiate building in Cambridge, making it a unique venue for all occasions.
Find out more. Just 5 minutes’ walk from the city centre, Peterhouse is an exciting and friendly place to live. It’s perfectly situated for student life – close to the arts, engineering and science faculties, but just off the tourist trail.
Peterhouse | Cambridge, England | Attractions - Lonely Planet. Cambridge, England, Europe. Cambridge. The oldest and smallest college, charming Peterhouse was founded in 1284.
