Cambridge University Press (Pitt Press) University Press is a Grade II listed building in the Cambridge local planning authority area, England. First listed on 26 April 1950. University building.

Cambridge University Press (Pitt Press) University Press

WRENN ID: dusk-marble-foxglove
Grade: II
Local Planning Authority: Cambridge
Country: England
Date first listed: 26 April 1950
Type: University building
Source: Historic England listing

Description

UNIVERSITY PRESS 1. 942 (Trumpington Street) TL 4458 SE 6/310 26.4.50. II 2. Also known as the Pitt Press. 1831. By Edward Blore. In the Gothic style. Ashlar faced, with a central tower rising above the flanking ranges. 3 storeys. 4-centred entrance archway with oriel window over; the hall has a vaulted ceiling with moulded ribs. The wings, the fenestration and the interior were all altered 1934-7 by Murray Easton, and the drip-moulds were removed. Pinnacles and a pierced, embattled parapet, slate mansard roof. (RCHM 22). The University Press has group value with the surrouding buildings.

Listing NGR: TL4482058098

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