The Centre for Computing History Highlights
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Take a tour to the The Centre for Computing History, an ideal place for all the computer and retro gaming aficionados
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Learn a lot about computers by exploring the various programming, electronics, and interactive exhibitions
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Observe a vast collection of 24,000 obsolete, but important, computer-related artefacts that represent the heritage of technology
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Discover a fantastic selection of both old and new video games by visiting its Videogame Archives at the museum
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The showcased collections includes a variety of vintage computers, mobile phones, game consoles, artefacts, and calculators
The Centre for Computing History Overview
Activity Location: Rene Court, Coldham's Rd, Cambridge CB1 3EW, United Kingdom
Operational Hours: Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Activity Duration: 1 Hour
About The Centre for Computing History, Cambridge:
Computer geeks, assemble! You all have the excellent chance to visit The Centre for Computing History, a site devoted to a collection of classic consoles, software, games, and other computer-related artefacts. The sheer number of retro games that you played as a child will astound you. Utilize the center's numerous engaging displays to gain adequate computing knowledge. So come along on this tour with your fellow technophiles and have fun.
About the Activity:
- Arrive at the meeting spot and get ready to see a unique museum that is focused on computers and computing-related stuff.
- Explore the center's numerous galleries, each of which is home to a sizable collection of vintage computers, video games, gaming consoles, and other technology objects.
- Browse the video game archive to see a variety of games, including Drug Wars, Flying Nightmares, Real Pinball, Air/Sea Attack, and more, and take a trip back in time to your childhood.
- Visit the numerous interactive exhibitions at the Educational Service Programs to know more about computers, how they function, and how they have evolved.
- So join us at the Centre for Computing History on this excursion and immerse yourself in the realm of technology with your loved ones.
How to Reach?
- By Car: Hire a cab and come via A603 route to reach your destination within 8 minutes.
- By Walk: A short stroll will get you to The Centre for Computing History, which is located 0.6 kilometers from River Lane.
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Know Before You Go for The Centre for Computing History
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
- Participants are not allowed to carry any sharp object, lighter, luggage bag, alcohol, knife, etc.
- Children aged 4 and below will not be charged, children aged 5-16 will be charged at a child price, individuals aged 17-59 will be charged at an adult price and senior's aged 60 and above will be charged at a senior price.
- Concession tickets are available for visitors who are blue badge holders, guide dog owners, or anyone part of a registered disability scheme. Free entry is also provided for registered carers where applicable, though we appreciate it if you can contact us beforehand to confirm your visit.
- Guide dogs and registered service dogs are welcome in the museum.