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Founded in 1800, Downing College in the University of Cambridge is a community of scholars and students, current and future leaders in their fields.

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A slightly snowy start to 2026 at College! ⛄️ ❄️
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On Armistice Day, we commemorate all those from the College who lost their lives in conflict. We will remember them.🌹
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The UCAS deadline for undergraduate applicants (starting in autumn 2026) is rapidly approaching - make sure to apply by 6pm UK time on Wednesday 15th October. Good luck to all prospective students! Find out more about completing your application: undergraduate.study.cam.ac.u…
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A warm welcome to all our new graduate students who matriculated earlier today!
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Downing has welcomed two new Fellows to the College. Dr Emma Hazelwood and Dr David Halpern were formally admitted to the Fellowship by the Master, Professor Graham Virgo, on Friday. Find out more about our new Fellows: dow.cam.ac.uk/news/new-fello…
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It's Matriculation Day! 🎓 Congratulations to all our new Undergraduates who officially became members of the College today.
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🎉 Celebrating 225 years of Downing College! 🎉 On this day in 1800, Downing was founded by Royal Charter, granted by King George III. Find out more about the College's foundation via the @DowningArchives piece below. 👇 #DowningCollege
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Downing College was founded #OTD 225 years ago. Its Royal Charter was granted by King George III on 22 September 1800 and is preserved in the College Archive (DCGB/C/1/1). dow.cam.ac.uk/about/downing-….
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The College Gardens team were featured in this week's @CambridgeIndy ahead of their showcase garden, which will be on display at the BBC Gardeners’ World Fair next week at Audey End House. 🌿🌳🌱
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This summer was the 135th year of the Downing cricket club. Post-season, we caught up with the current captain, James Thresher, to see how the team fared and chat about his passion for the game. 🏏 Read more: dow.cam.ac.uk/news/societies…
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Last week, the Master, Senior Bursar and members of Downing’s Buildings and Maintenance teams were shown around the conservation works taking place at the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and the English Martyrs.🏗️⛪️ Read more: dow.cam.ac.uk/news/downing-c…
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On #VJDay80, remembering all those who served in #WW2 and the 54 men @downingcollege who lost their lives in the war. Individual profiles have been published on our online Roll of Honour: bit.ly/WW2rollofhonour. Pictured are Cedric Humphries (1932) & Harry Dooyewaard (1938).
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The annual Staff v Fellows cricket match took place this week. 🏏 Once again, the staff were victorious, scoring 123 to the Fellows' 101. Thanks as always to the Catering team for providing tea and to the Gardens team for preparing the pitch.
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Congratulations to all students receiving their A-level results today. If you’re wondering what’s next, please see: undergraduate.study.cam.ac.u… For everyone starting this year, we can't wait to welcome you to Downing in October!
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Downing has all sorts of visitors turning up during the summer months.☀️ Many at College were very intrigued by today's visitor. 🐱
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Peter Hayes (1973) has just proved that age is no barrier to sporting glory, helping England lift the over-70s Cricket World Cup trophy in a nail-biting final against Australia last summer. Read more: dow.cam.ac.uk/news/howzat-do…
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Vikram Banerjee’s (2003) cricketing journey is one that bridges tradition and transformation. From his early days playing at Downing to his current role as Managing Director of @thehundred Read more: dow.cam.ac.uk/news/from-fenn…
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Alumni are welcome back to College this September to enjoy Alumni Day, followed by the Association Dinner in the Hall. Guests are very welcome and we have a programme of events in College during the afternoon. Book now: dow.cam.ac.uk/events/alumni-…
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July has been a special month across our Colleges, as we celebrated our final graduations of this academic year 🎓 Explore some magical moments from @RobinsonCamb, @Hughes_Hall, @Selwyn1882 and @DowningCollege 📸
A large group of people in graduation attire gathered in a narrow, brick-lined courtyard at Robinson College, Cambridge.

ALT A large group of people in graduation attire gathered in a narrow, brick-lined courtyard at Robinson College, Cambridge.

Group of graduates in traditional academic dress seated and standing for a group photo at Hughes Hall in Cambridge, with brick buildings in the background.

ALT Group of graduates in traditional academic dress seated and standing for a group photo at Hughes Hall in Cambridge, with brick buildings in the background.

An aerial view of a large group of people gathered for a photo at Selwyn College in Cambridge. The attendees are dressed in graduation attire, surrounded by historic brick buildings and green lawns.

ALT An aerial view of a large group of people gathered for a photo at Selwyn College in Cambridge. The attendees are dressed in graduation attire, surrounded by historic brick buildings and green lawns.

Group photo of students in graduation attire, standing and seated on a lawn with a historic building in the background at Downing College, Cambridge.

ALT Group photo of students in graduation attire, standing and seated on a lawn with a historic building in the background at Downing College, Cambridge.

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A study led by Professor Zoe Kourtzi, Downing Fellow, has been spotlighted by the University. An AI model was used to re-analyse a clinical trial for an Alzheimer’s medicine and identified a group of patients who responded to treatment. Find out more: cam.ac.uk/research/news/ai-c…
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Join us for the 4th Long Club Dinner, celebrating the Downing College Rugby Union Football Club! 🏉 The Dinner takes place on Saturday 8 November 2025, and is a fantastic opportunity for members of the club, past and present, to come together. Book now: dow.cam.ac.uk/events/long-cl…
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