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Testimonials | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/testimonials13 Nov 2023: As an Academic Visitor in a new social environment, the warmth and kindness they gave us, helped me to fit in, and to feel more comfortable and familiar with the people ... Sarah Lionheart, Jan-July 2023. I wish to express my profound gratitude to you -
Ascension Burial Ground | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/ascension-burial-ground22 Mar 2024: The resting place for Ludwig Wittgenstein and other eminent people, with Professor Mark Goldie. -
Volunteers' profile & photo project | Newcomers and Visiting…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/volunteers-profile-photo-project4 Dec 2023: NVS stands for Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. People are coming and leaving all the time. -
Cultural Discussion Group | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/cultural-discussion-group-018 Apr 2024: What, if anything, has shocked (or pleasantly surprised!) you about people’s behaviour here in the UK? -
Tuesday Talk: Climb Every Mountain: The Surprising Life of a Modern…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/tuesday-talk-climb-every-mountain-surprising-life-modern-nun-dr-gemma-simmonds-cj-margaret20 Mar 2024: Gemma Simmonds CJ. Margaret Beaufort Institute of Theology. Most people think of a nun's life as being one of quiet contemplation and withdrawal from the world. Results that match 1 of 2 words
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Liz Hodder | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/liz-hodder21 Feb 2024: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Liz Hodder. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Coffee Club | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/group-activities/coffee-club21 Apr 2024: Meet other NVS members over a cup of coffee. The Coffee Club aims to meet every other week between Thursday to Sunday, visiting a different coffee shop every time. Refer to our weekly newsletter for more information. -
Caro Wilson | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/caro-wilson26 Feb 2024: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Caro Wilson. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Reading for Pleasure: the Happy Book Club | Newcomers and Visiting…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/group-activities/reading-pleasure-happy-book-club21 Apr 2024: Do you miss reading just for fun? Would you like to relax with an uplifting story and have a friendly chat over tea/coffee and cookies? Join our Happy Book Club, themed exclusively around “feel-good” stories! -
Hyungi An | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/hyungi8 Nov 2023: Country Representative -
Accommodation | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/accommodation9 Nov 2023: john_sutton_creative_commons_cropped.jpg It's a good idea to arrange your accommodation before you arrive in Cambridge, whether you're looking to purchase or rent. There are many options available throughout the city and surrounding areas. -
Tom Baer | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/tom-baer8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Tom Baer. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Finances | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/finances13 Nov 2023: bank_cropped.png Setting up a UK bank account Most banks will require you to make an appointment to open an account with them. If you can, try to contact them before you travel. Otherwise, it is sensible to arrange an appointment for when you arrive -
Coffee Hour | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/coffee-hour-020 Mar 2024: The Coffee Hour is a great opportunity to meet other members, our volunteers and group leaders. There is a children's play area and refreshments will be served. We look forward to welcoming you. -
Janet Dye | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/janet-dye8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Janet Dye. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Healthcare | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/healthcare13 Nov 2023: healthcare.png Registering with a Doctor After arriving in the UK and finding accommodation, it's important to register with a doctor (also called a GP). -
Afternoon Tea | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/afternoon-tea-216 Apr 2024: Join one of our volunteers as they host you for Afternoon Tea at their home. Experience this very British ritual with other NVS members and get to know our volunteers. * This is for adults only and not suitable for children. Click HERE to book -
Hiroe Abe | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/hiroe-abe8 Nov 2023: Country Representative -
Food Shopping | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/food-shopping21 Nov 2023: clem_onojeghuo_unsplash.png Mill Road Mill road is one of Cambridge’s trendiest and most eclectic shopping streets. It offers a variety of independent family-run shops, cafes, restaurants and international grocery stores. -
NVS Summer Party | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/nvs-summer-party16 Apr 2024: Join us for an afternoon full of fun, games, light snack and refreshments . A great event for the whole family to enjoy. Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter or our Facebook page for the password. -
Paul Brice | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/paul-brice8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Paul Brice. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Icons of patience | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/icons-patience24 Nov 2023: icons.png Icons of Patience is the first lockdown's NVS writing project that documents thoughts, feelings and activities of NVS members during the earlier stages of the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic. -
Crochet & Knit | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/crochet-knit-320 Mar 2024: Whether you are experienced in crochet, a long-time knitter, or trying it out for the first time, join our group on Thursdays from 10:00-12:00. Everyone is welcome, crochet or knitting is not essential. Most materials will be provided. -
Inci Egeli | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/inci-egeli8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Inci Egeli. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Utilities | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/utilities21 Nov 2023: malte_helmhold_unsplash.png The majority of rental agreements will not include provision for your utilities, such as: gas, electricity, water and council tax. You will need to manage and pay for these separately. -
Visit to Peterborough | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/visit-peterborough24 Mar 2024: Only a short train ride away is the historic city of Peterborough. Our volunteer Andrea has a great day planned for you. Including a visit to Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery which currently has a special exhibition of Bronze age objects from -
Margaret Lawrence | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/margaret-lawrence13 Feb 2024: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Margaret Lawrence. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Family | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/family13 Nov 2023: family.png If you are moving with your family, it is important to plan ahead and research the best options for your children’s education. Be aware that you will have to have a Cambridge address before you can apply for school placement. -
UniCam Babies | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/unicam-babies-120 Mar 2024: UniCam Babies is a parent led group for NVS members and their young children. A great opportunity to meet other mums and dads and share experiences, discuss child growth and development and of course enjoy songs, games and arts & craft. * THIS IS A -
Reading for Pleasure: the Happy Book Club | Newcomers and Visiting…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/reading-pleasure-happy-book-club-121 Apr 2024: Do you miss reading just for fun? Would you like to relax with an uplifting story and have a friendly chat over tea/coffee and cookies? Join our Happy Book Club, themed exclusively around “feel-good” stories! Please email us at -
Explore Your Life Purpose Workshop | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/explore-your-life-purpose-workshop-022 Mar 2024: There is a strong, compelling association between life purpose and wellbeing. Clarity of purpose leads to improvements in confidence, relationships, and physical health. Life purpose reflects your uniqueness - and helps you focus on what matters to -
Coffee in a Cambridge College Master's Lodge | Newcomers and…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/coffee-cambridge-college-masters-lodge-016 Apr 2024: Coffee in a Cambridge College Master's Lodge. Suitable for adults and accompanied children. Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter or our Facebook page for the password. -
Cambridge Traditional English Pub Visit | Newcomers and Visiting…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/cambridge-traditional-english-pub-visit-126 Mar 2024: Come and join us for a visit to one of Cambridge's traditional pubs. There is no need to book, just meet Jonathan Collis outside Great St Mary’s Church, CB2 3PQ, near the Senate House at 18.00. This is a great opportunity to meet others. We look -
Cambridge Traditional English Pub Visit | Newcomers and Visiting…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/cambridge-traditional-english-pub-visit-226 Mar 2024: Come and join us for a visit to one of Cambridge's traditional pubs. There is no need to book, just meet Jonathan Collis outside Great St Mary’s Church, CB2 3PQ, near the Senate House at 18.00. This is a great opportunity to meet others. We look -
Lynn Dowson | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/lynn-dowson8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Lynn Dowson. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Tour of the West Hub | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/tour-west-hub-016 Apr 2024: Join us for a tour of West Hub. Familiarise yourself with the variety of facilities offered at the Hub and enjoy lunch or visit the cafe after the tour. Children are welcome! Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter or our -
Getting to Cambridge | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/getting-cambridge9 Nov 2023: castation.png Aiports London Stansted London Stansted is the closest major airport to Cambridge with flights from many European destinations. I’s only 25 miles away and has a train station with a direct service to Cambridge (35 minutes). -
Jean Hewitt | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/jean-hewitt8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Jean Hewitt. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Leisurely Walk with Simone | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/leisurely-walk-simone-116 Apr 2024: Simone invites you to join her for a leisurely walk. The walks are during the weekend for about an hour and a half. These will be informal walks, when pushchairs and children are welcome too: stroll along with new friends and enjoy the time together. -
Getting around | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/getting-around21 Nov 2023: divyansh_jain_unsplash.png Driving To drive in the UK you must have a valid driving licence, road tax and insurance. You should also familiarise yourself with the Highway Code and UK driving regulations. -
Tuesday Talk: Evidence for Ancient Egyptian Climate Change Judith…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/tuesday-talk-evidence-ancient-egyptian-climate-change-judith-bunbury20 Mar 2024: Landscape archaeological evidence shows the extent of ancient climate change in Egypt. Disparate groups visited the Theban Mountain near Luxor through time; cattle herders, tomb builders and Coptic hermits. -
Alice Fleet | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/alice-fleet8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Alice Fleet. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Film.point for cinema lovers | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/filmpoint-cinema-lovers20 Mar 2024: "Film Point" is a group designed for film enthusiasts who share a deep love for the world of cinema. The group meets weekly on Wednesday evenings. Following the screening, members will have the unique opportunity to engage in thoughtful and refl -
Cambridge tile project | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/cambridge-tile-project24 Nov 2023: tile_pic.jpg The tile project has been coordinated by Andrea Bronskill. Photos from NVS members have been transferred on square tiles to form a mural for a university building. You can view or download the accompanying booklet here. -
Tuesday Talk: The Cambridge Women’s Research Club, Jim Tattersall.…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/tuesday-talk-cambridge-womens-research-club-jim-tattersall-visiting-scholar20 Mar 2024: Early in the 20th century, as a community of women researchers was only just emerging at Cambridge, opportunities to be actively involved in field-specific professional organizations were often limited. -
Jean O'Neill | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/jean-oneill8 Nov 2023: Search site. Newcomers and Visiting Scholars. Jean O'Neill. 16 Mill Lane (basement). Cambridge CB2 1SR. 01223 336748. Granta Pl, Mill Lane. Cambridge CB2 1RU. 2024 University of Cambridge. -
Dinner at Selwyn College | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/dinner-selwyn-college18 Apr 2024: Enjoy a formal dinner at Selwyn College with other NVS members. Please note: this event is for adults only. Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter or our Facebook page for the password. -
Sally Broom | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/staff/sally-broom8 Nov 2023: Country Representative -
The award-winning NVS quilt | Newcomers and Visiting Scholars
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/award-winning-nvs-quilt-015 Nov 2023: quilt_885.png A quilt, known as The Masters’ Wives’ Quilt, is in the care of the Museum of Cambridge. It was made by women in Cambridge in 1882 as a wedding gift for a royal prince, a grandson of Queen Victoria. -
Tuesday Talk: An Introduction to The Fitzwilliam Museum and its…
https://www.nvs.admin.cam.ac.uk/events/tuesday-talk-introduction-fitzwilliam-museum-and-its-collections-dr-victoria-avery-keeper20 Mar 2024: The Fitzwilliam Museum is the largest and oldest of the University of Cambridge Museums (UCM).
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