Ridley Hall

RIDLEY HALL at Newnham is a handsome building in the Tudor-Gothic style (built by Luck, the architect) which opened in 1881 as a theological hall, independent of the University, by persons anxious to maintain the principles of the Reformation.

It is intended to provide a residence with tuition in Theology, for graduates intended for Holy Orders, who may prefer to continue their studies in Cambridge, rather than to enter at any of the Theological Colleges in other parts of England.

The course of study is intended to embrace all subjects considered to be of use to intending clergymen, the object being that they should not pass straight from the hurry of University examinations to parish work.

The college aims to provide education which deepens wisdom in thought and judgement, training which nurtures of gifting for ministry and mission and inspires individuals to develop holiness in character and lifestyle.

There is a residence for the principal, with rooms for the vice principal and students and a common room, which serves for library, reading room and lecture-room.

The dining hall is a handsome room, with open timber roof, open panelling, and bay windows towards the front, and with kitchens and offices beneath. A Chapel has been added during recent years and adds greatly to the competency of the Institution.

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