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Downing College |
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Named after Sir George Downing, who built 10 Downing Street in London |
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Downing College was founded in 1800 by Sir George Downing. He built Number 10 Downing Street – and a door of that famous house is now in use in the College! Famous alumni of the College include Quentin Blake, the much loved illustrator of Roald Dahl’s children’s books. Also, John Cleese, British comedy actor graduated from Downing College in 1939. |
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 Downing College, Established 1800 Source WikiMedia (PD) |
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 The large grounds in front of the College Chapel |
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 Buildings around the grounds |
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 The Maitland Robinson Library |
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 College sundial outside the library |
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Downing College is open to visitors daily, 9am to 5pm. Entrance is FREE. Tel: 01223 334 800 |
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