Your neighbourhood
At The Icon, you’ll be joining an active and environmentally conscious community that continually strives to make Eddington a great place to live.
“ Come forth into the light of things, Let Nature be your teacher.”
Transformative placemaking
Watch the video below to explore the neighbourhood envisioned by the University of Cambridge
Local map of Eddington
Siteplan is indicative only and subject to change.
Eddington gallery
Explore Eddington below
A place to be yourself
Eddington is designed to suit your lifestyle, whether you are curious or creative, energetic or calm.
Regular community events keep the spirit of learning alive, from language classes for children to painting groups for all. Even the community centre is a testament to aesthetic sensibilities. Shortlisted for the 2018 RIBA Stirling Prize in architecture, the Storey’s Field Centre is a stunning setting for a variety of events, such as concerts, talks, and film screenings.
With over 50 hectares of green open space, Eddington offers abundant room to roam: parks, meadows, nature trails, scenic cycling paths, and more.
At its heart lies Storey’s Field, a large park reminiscent of Cambridge’s beloved Parker’s Piece. It’s a prime spot for walks, weekend picnics, and games. Just beyond your doorstep, you’ll discover 11 hectares of newly created parkland along the Brook Leys lakes and lagoons. Follow the winding trails to spot some of the many bird and insect species that call this place home.
With sports pitches, a running track, and tennis courts within walking distance, it’s easy to get moving. Sports clubs and fitness classes are also some of the best ways to make new friends here, as our community likes to stay fit.
For a more relaxed way to stay active, there will also be allotments at Eddington. You can reap the health benefits that gardening brings, while also growing your own produce to cook and eat at home, just a short walk away.
Storey’s Field Centre hosts a great range of weekly fitness classes and workshops with experienced teachers. Whether you’re an avid runner or a yoga enthusiast (or both), you’ll find a community of people to enjoy your favourite workout with.
Burgeoning food scene
Eddington’s spirit of creativity extends to its food and drink scene. Exciting concepts, unique flavours and talented chefs make it a small but mighty foodie destination
The Astronomer
The stars are always aligned for a visit to Eddington’s upmarket brasserie, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes, with a fine dining flair.
Dutch
Dutch serves rare spirits in an intimate, low-lit space with a speakeasy feel. Keep an eye out for the mezcal tastings.
foodPark
Swing by on Wednesdays and Saturdays to sample dishes from the tastiest street food vendors in Cambridge, right on Market Square.
Brew
Not your typical café, Brew, within Hyatt Centric Hotel, has a carefully selected menu of premium coffee beans, crafted to perfection.
Dulcedo
Freshly baked artisan bread French pastries and hearty sandwiches, will rightly draw a crowd to this small independent bakery.
Douce
This concept store is a hair salon that doubles as an atmospheric bar with wines from local wine merchants, craft beers, and canned cocktails.
A smart move
Your proximity to Cambridge means new possibilities. The Icon’s location opens up fantastic career opportunities in several industries.
With over 1,500 science and technology companies, it’s no wonder the area has been dubbed Silicon Fen – Britain’s answer to Silicon Valley. Eddington itself will ultimately include 100,000 sq m of academic and commercial research space, creating a major employment site for Cambridge and the wider region. From up-and-coming startups to some of the country’s most successful companies, this is a great place to grow a career.
From everyday essentials to unique finds, you’ve got all your needs covered. Cambridge has three shopping centres –
The Grafton, Lion Yard, and the Grand Arcade – all offering a wide range of high street and designer brands, such as John Lewis, GANT, and The White Company. For speciality goods, wander down the cobbled streets and you’ll find dozens of independent stores and luxury boutiques. The distinctive university sellers, Ede & Ravenscroft and Ryder & Amies, are unmistakable reminders of living in a town awash with gowns and robes. And of course, you can’t miss the General Market in the historic market square, offering everything from local produce and flowers to books and art.
World-class education next door
The Icon is surrounded by excellent schools for students of all ages.
Primary Schools
University of Cambridge Primary School
(0.1 mile)
Eddington Avenue
Cambridge CB3 0QZ
Ofsted rating Outstanding
Mayfield Primary School
(2.2 miles)
Warwick Road
Cambridge CB4 3HN
Ofsted rating Good
Arbury Primary School
(2.8 miles)
Carlton Way
Cambridge CB4 2DE
Ofsted rating Good
Secondary Schools
Chesterton Community College
(2.7 miles)
Gilbert Road
Cambridge CB4 3NY
Ofsted rating Outstanding
St Bede’s Inter-Church School
(5.4 miles)
Birdwood Road
Cambridge CB1 3TD
Ofsted rating Outstanding
Independent Schools
King’s College School
(1.8 miles)
West Road
Cambridge CB3 9DN
For boys & girls aged 4–13
Heritage School Cambridge
(3.1 miles)
17-19 Brookside
Cambridge CB2 1JE
For boys & girls aged 4–16
The Leys School
(3.1 miles)
The Fen Causeway
Cambridge CB2 7AD
For boys & girls aged 11–18
St Mary’s School
(3.6 miles)
Bateman Street
Cambridge CB2 1LY
For girls aged 3–18
The Perse School Hills Road
(4.5 miles)
Cambridge CB2 8QF
For boys & girls aged 3–18
Different sites for ages 3-11
The University of Cambridge
Dating back to 1209 and consistently ranked as one of the best in the world, the University of Cambridge hardly needs an introduction. Its 31 colleges are spread throughout the city, each with its own character and legends. The University combines cutting-edge research and technology with magnificent architecture and a plethora of cultural and social activities.