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The Cambridge years of C S Lewis
This 1.5-hour walking tour covers the years that C S Lewis spent in Cambridge in the 1950s and early 1960s. We shall walk some of the streets he walked, listen to some quotes from his books read out loud, and if anyone is willing, even talk about some of the topics which interested him. Lewis once said "I can’t imagine a man really enjoying a book and reading it only once.” This tour will show you that C S Lewis was more than the famous author who wrote The Chronicles of Narnia.
Meeting Point
On the corner of St John's Street and Bridge Street, CB2 1ER
On the corner of St John's Street and Bridge Street, CB2 1ER
Introduction to C S Lewis.
Magdalene College
During his years at Cambridge, C S Lewis was both a Professor of Literature and a Madgalene College Fellow.
Magdalene Street and Bridge Street
C S Lewis liked to walk. He walked these streets as he made his way to impart lectures. Did he rehearse in his mind beforehand what he was going to say? We shall hear a few words from one of his lectures.
Senate House Hill - Great St Mary's Church
Oxford's loss was Cambridge's gain: C S Lewis move from one university to the other went well in more ways than one.
King's Parade
We will walk down King's Parade, passing King's College Chapel on our right. Lewis admired the Chapel, just like you and me. We shall hear few words about this admiration and the reason for it.
Mill Lane
Lewis gave his lectures at Cambridge University at its Lecture Rooms here. We shall hear about how he was not just a famous writer but also an engaging lecturer.
Ending Point
Fitzbillies', 51-52 Trumpington Street, CB2 1RG
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
entrance fee, lunch, dinner, transport fee
Tour Important Information
This is a 2-hour walking tour, so please wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Remember that the English weather is unpredictable and variable!
A toilet break is not planned, but the guide will point you in the direction of the closest toilet facilities if it becomes absolutely necessary.
Available only on Sundays at 3 pm (15:00 h)
Important message from the guide
In December and January I am available on:
Monday: from 14:00 to 16:00
Tuesday and Wednesday: from 10:00 to 12:30
Thursday and Saturday: from 14:00 to 16:00
Friday: from 10:00 to 13:30
Sunday: Not available
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Cambridge Tour Reviews
“Great Tour, Great Guide, Great Time!”
I went on the CS Lewis tour and it was a great experience. Would highly recommend taking any tour with this guide, as he is very knowledgeable and conversational! My only regret is that I only had time to do one tour!
Manuel S.
(2 reviews)Thank you. It was a pleasure to show you how Cambridge has links with C S Lewis. Feel free to come on another tour next time you come to Cambridge!
Sayeh Z.
The deep-rooted excellence and beauty of Cambridge
“Cambridge Tour with Manuel”
Manuel was a most excellent tour guide! He was knowledgeable, accommodating, informative and an excellent communicator. I would recommend him to anyone and look forward to returning to Cambridge with my husband and touring with Manuel again.
