Fossedene. A name whispered among students. A red-brick building. It stands near St John’s College. Just a short walk from the hustle of Cambridge.
Fossedene isn’t just student accommodation. It’s a piece of Cambridge history. It once stood as one of three buildings. Alongside Whinside and The Gables. They were Victorian villas. Now only Fossedene remains. The others were demolished. Making way for new student housing.
The current Fossedene. A period building. It’s surprisingly spacious. Eleven rooms spread across three floors. Imagine students from across the globe calling this home. Sharing a kitchen. A common room. They probably share stories. Maybe even secrets. The building holds many untold tales.
Each floor holds a different atmosphere. The ground floor. It has rooms 1-3. Rooms 1 and 3 are ensuite. There is a well-equipped kitchen. A utility area. Even a common room with comfy sofas. Perfect for a quiet evening. Or maybe a lively discussion.
Upstairs. On the first floor rooms 4-8. There are bathrooms. Shower rooms. Toilets. The second floor. Similar. Rooms 9-11. Another fully-equipped kitchen. And more toilets.
Records show interesting details. Robert Drew Hicks. A Fellow of Trinity College. He was linked to Fossedene in 1913. Wyndham L Walker. His name appears in 1937 and again in 1962. What were their lives like in this building?
Fossedene has witnessed generations of Cambridge life. Students. Scholars. Their hopes dreams anxieties. The building itself is a silent observer. A keeper of secrets. Standing strong in the heart of Cambridge. It continues its role. A haven for those who seek knowledge. And a quiet space to reflect on the passage of time.