Grade II* listed · Cambridge

Pembroke College, Library

Pembroke College, Library is a Grade II* listed building in Cambridge, first listed on 18 May 1967. It is one of 54 Grade II* entries among 837 listed buildings in Cambridge; 22% of Cambridge’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NamePembroke College, Library
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1125510
Date first listed18 May 1967
Local planning authorityCambridge
Location52.20156, 0.11943 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1125510

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What the grade means for works

Grade II* buildings are particularly important buildings of more than special interest — about 5.8% of listed buildings. Applications for listed building consent are notified to Historic England.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

Listed buildings near Pembroke College, Library

NameGradeDistance
Pembroke College, Statue of William Pitt the Younger Outside the LibraryII9 m
Peterhouse, Outbuilding to North East of Master'S LodgeII15 m
Pembroke College, Wall, Gateway and Screen Between Ivy Court and New CourtII32 m
Peterhouse, the Master'S LodgeI39 m
Pembroke College, the Chapel with Hitcham'S CloisterI45 m
Pembroke College, Red BuildingII46 m
Pembroke College, Screen Entrance from Trumpington Street Between the Chapel and the Red BuildingII55 m
Peterhouse, Gates and Piers of the Master'S LodgeI58 m
Church Fence of St Mary the Less Fronting Trumpington StreetII66 m
Peterhouse, Entrance Screen to First CourtI69 m

Frequently asked questions

Is Pembroke College, Library listed?
Yes. Pembroke College, Library is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1125510, first listed on 18 May 1967. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Pembroke College, Library?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Cambridge, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.