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Benet Street

Benet Street is a street in central central Cambridge with various businesses including cafes, hair treatment clinics, places of worship and bars.

Benet Street also has the following useful amenities: various restaurants, a number of pubs and a church (St. Benets Church).

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Al Couture

Al Couture is a hair salon offering a range of hair services and beauty treatments.

Address: 13 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PY

Aromi

Aromi is an independent Italian café serving a variety of freshly prepared, authentic Italian food.

Address: 1 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

Benets Of Cambridge

Benets Of Cambridge is a café offering a range of hot and cold food and drinks including ciabattas, crepes, cakes, soups, hand-made ice cream, tea, coffee and hot chocolate.

Address: 19 Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

Cambridge Contemporary Crafts

Cambridge Contemporary Crafts is a gallery which displays and sells a range of handmade art and crafts in various mediums.

Address: 5 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

CAU

CAU (which stands for Carne Argentina Única, meaning 'unique Argentinian beef') is an Argentinian restaurant serving a range of beef products including steak and burgers, as well as other meals including seafood, salad and risotto.

Address: 15 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

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Central Science Library

Central Science Library is a department of the prestigious University of Cambridge.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PY

Cornucopia

Cornucopia is a café serving a variety of hot and cold drinks and light meals.

Address: 4 Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

Corpus Clock

A piece of public art on the corner of Trumpington Street and Bene't Street, the Corpus Clock consists of a 1.5m gold-plated disc topped by a metal insect-like creature named the 'Chronophage' (literally "time eater"), which itself forms the world's largest grasshopper escapement. The clock has no hands or numbers, but displays the time by illuminated slits in the clock face.

Address: Trumpington Street / Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Le Reve Lingerie

Le Reve Lingerie is a lingerie retailer selling a variety of ladies' underwear items.

Address: 6 Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

Philip Helliar

Philip Helliar is a hairdressers' shop providing various hair, hairstyles, dressings and other hair treatments.

Address: 9 Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

Podarok

Podarok is an independent gift shop selling a range of jewellery, homewares, books and other gifts.

Address: 12 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PT

Society Of St Francis Anglican

Society Of St Francis Anglican is a venue for Christians to celebrate their religion.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PT

St Benedict C Of E Church

St Benedict C Of E Church is a Christian church which hosts various religious services and other events for the local community.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PT

St. Benets Church

St. Benets Church is a church providing services and a general meeting place for its members.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PT

The Angel Bookshop

The Angel Bookshop is an independent, traditional-style book retailer offering a range of literature for all ages, as well as toys and gifts.

Address: 2 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

The Bath House

The Bath House is a pub serving a range of alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and meals.

Address: Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

The Camridge Philosophical Society

The Camridge Philosophical Society is a charity which campaigns for a worthwhile cause.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PY

The Eagle

The Eagle is a pub selling a range of alcoholic drinks including beer, lager, wine and spirits.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QN

University Arts School

University Arts School is a department of the prestigious University of Cambridge.

Address: Benet Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PT

Zizzi

Zizzi is an Italian restaurant chain with outlets around the UK offering pizza, pasta, salads and other authentic Italian dishes. Many of the restaurants have a masonry oven visible to diners.

Address: 16 Bene't Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PZ

Reviews of Establishments on Benet Street

Find out what people are saying about places on Benet Street.

A curly hair disaster! - review of Al Couture by Curlygirl

I went to Mel here and his cutting technique turned my nice curls into a frizzy mess. He used the twist technique (cut down each curl after twisitng it) not rcommended for curly... More »

Dan Parker is the bees knees - review of Philip Helliar by Alice

Dan is a sensational hairdresser who leaves hair in the condition of my dreams, excellent service every time!... More »

Exceptional hairdressing in Cambridge - review of Philip Helliar by Annabelle

Jon has been my hair dresser for 20 years and he's cutting edge in hair styles and is an lovely person to boot. Try him and you won't go back!... More »

Sensational styling by Dan - review of Philip Helliar by Elisabeth

I have come to Dan with my hair needs for 3 years now, and the care is plain to see. In this time my hair has blossomed from a wispy shadow of thin... More »

Handsome, charming, Alex scissor hands - review of Philip Helliar by Kathryn

The hair styling here is incredible. It's an experience unlike any other, and if my hair grew any faster I would be here every day. My every whim is catered to and Alex... More »

The best haircut I've had in years - review of Philip Helliar by Anthea

I had my hair cut and coloured by Charis at Philip Helliar this week and I am absolutely delighted with it. She took the time to listen to what I wanted and... More »

John is a natural and charming - review of Philip Helliar by Career girl

Love it here. John has a flair for knowing what you like and what will suit. A completely natural talented hairdresser who is respectful and fun. I always leave feeling relaxed and... More »

A disaster! Poke your head around the door to learn how not to run a business. - review of Benets Of Cambridge by Anonymous

A disgrace. Dirty, things that were supposed to be warm were cold, things that were supposed to be hot weren't. The staff looked dirty and were swearing at each other and at various... More »

Luigi from Toni and Guy To Fratelli Hair Salon Cambridge. - review of Futuro by Leoclopet

Opening 6th December 2013. Fratelli Ladies and Mens Hair Salon 215 Mill Road CB1 3BE Cambridge For appointments: Luigi - 07734 994 709 Joey - 07763 681 652... More »

Too Noisy! - review of Benets Of Cambridge by Pierre, France

Lovely position in a cultured setting but ambience in the cafe is ruined by the loud music played by the owners. What are they thinking?!... More »

Dan is a god among hairdressers - review of Philip Helliar by Beth

My hair has never looked or felt so good I love this hairdressers, and will never leave. I would 100% recommend. Dan is handsome, charming and a whiz with the scissors, the... More »

T shirts - review of The Eagle by Daphne

Dear John, In answer to your question if there are any items to buy at the Eagle, they have T-shirts about the DNA discovery, brand new in stock and should have on display... More »

Reply to Cambridgemum - review of Philip Helliar by Satisfied Customer

I felt I had to respond to a rather negative review by Cambridgemum. I found the place she was describing - Phillip Helliar - to be nothing like the place I know and... More »

Great cut poor service - review of Philip Helliar by Cambridgemum

I booked the appointment 1 day in advance and was told a price of 32GBP. Upon turning up for the day there was no where to sit and no one to greet... More »

A place you must visit while in Cambridge - review of The Eagle by Sylvia G

The Eagle is a Pub full with happy people. Every time I have been there, the food has been excellent, it has been served quickly, and the staff has been very efficient and... More »

The Eagle RAF Bar should not be missed by visitors, good food, good beer. - review of The Eagle by Valerie shillitto

Very enjoyable but also sentimental as my late Uncle drank in there during the war years. He was killed in 1944 on lancaster bomber. yes enjoyed the pub and will... More »

Great pub, food excellent, will go - review of The Eagle by James Storey

Back, steeped in history, wished I had more time. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The fish and chips were to die for.... More »

Best cutting in Cambridge - review of Philip Helliar by Lisa

Been ging to Matthew for 2 years now always happy with the result. Very friendly,they treat juniors very well which I think is a good indicator of any salon. Excellent... More »

Fab lingerie, and fitting experience - review of Le Reve Lingerie by Helen Brightman

The lovely girls at Le Reve having completely refitted and I'm delighted!!! I was wearing the completely wrong and I'm now so much more comfortable.... More »

Vavavoom beautiful - review of Le Reve Lingerie by Jane Moore

A professional friendly service that is appreciated by many regular customer and not only women, but men too who wish to buy underwear for their woman. A beautiful selection of underwear that makes... More »

A good experience - review of Philip Helliar by Sarah

A professional and friendly service. After reading other reviews I had my hair cut by Louise at Philip Helliar today and I'm very pleased with the results. My only grumble would be the... More »

Just back form the Eagle, definately a must visit. - review of The Eagle by Matt Wood

What a great place. Just visiting for the week and would love to have a pub like this in my area. Great staff and Fish & Chips to die for. Its good to... More »

Appalling in every way - review of The Eagle by Ben

Food terrible, staff great... The food was badly cooked and weill overpriced for what it was... More »

Oh dear me, how embarrassed we were - review of The Eagle by Edna Harris

This has got to be the worst food ever experienced by us in a Cambridge pub. We were with a party of friends from Canada and we thought that this would be another... More »

Atmosphere.... - review of The Eagle by Ron

Sometimes a place is worth visiting simply for the atmosphere. This is one of them. Those of you that live in and around Cambridge may be a bit blase' about the history...but... More »

Great cut and atmosphere, but be prepared for the lads' talk! - review of Philip Helliar by Anonymous

Great great place, but not for the faint-hearted, be prepared to flirt a bit. Great haircut too. Lovely banter, not the usual boring hair-dresser talk. Highly refreshing!! Great refurbishment too. Good location in... More »

218 sqdn RAF - review of The Eagle by Valerie Shillitto

Yes agrre it must be preserved. My Uncle drank there with his crew mates, unfortunately he was later shot down over Germany and was murdered on landing by German SS.... More »

I love love love my hair - I love Mallory!!!!! - review of Futuro by Bren

I'm very choosy to who I like to style my hair. I've been to every salon in Cambridge and have stayed with Futuro. I tell all my friends about Al and gorgeous Mallory!!!... More »

Al - Futuro's The Best Salon - review of Futuro by Tina Jost

If you want to look younger and vibrant go to Futuro's - meet with Al and he can make you look 10-20 years younger with a fantastic haircut. I hardly recognised my... More »

Dahrling its Fabulous! - review of Philip Helliar by Kate Hughes

Philip Helliar Salon is not only the best salon in Cambridge but one of the best world wide that I have used. If you can get your hair done by Dan then all... More »

Completely agree with you Ellie! - review of Philip Helliar by Clare

Having moved to Cambridge from London I was pleasantly surprised by the friendliness of PH and especially the way they don't patronise the clients!... More »

Brilliant customer service and beautiful bras - review of Le Reve Lingerie by Ex Cambridge student

I have ordered nursing bras twice from Le Reve and I was really pleased both times. They stock the Australian brand HotMilk which are the best nursing bras for letting you feel... More »

Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous. - review of Philip Helliar by Debs

Philip Helliar has always been the best salon in Cambridge, and since the revamp it has moved into the realms of uber-cool. Best haircuts and colours I have ever had have all... More »

Clean, good food, friendly staff - review of The Eagle by Fiona Brown

Loads of history at The Eagle, had a really good time. Had to clear the Court Yard at 10.30 pm because of student accommodation but not a problem.... More »

Where are you? - review of Christiane Roberts by Sarah Geary

Came looking for the shop on Benet Street - no evidence of it - where is it?! I'd just like to know where the shop is, if it does indeed exist, then... More »

Worth a visit - review of The Eagle by James Riley

Loads of history, outside courtyard, great new menu, friendly and helpful staff. Definitely worth a visit.... More »

Rhys's new venture - review of Philip Helliar by LHE

Thank you to the girl who found Rhys. My hair has been butchered (by Wacky Hair Co) in the interim. It's not that they were incompetent or anything; they just don't understand fine... More »

Best Atmosphere in Town - review of Futuro by Tim Loynes

Great team, great location, great hairdressing! It's so good that I still go once a month - and I'm bald x... More »

Much Improved - review of The Eagle by James Storey

I have just recently visited The Eagle and found the service and the food to be much improved. After abit of questioning to the staff I found out the place was under new... More »

A tough chew - review of The Eagle by John Rook

Very pleasant staff and ambience,if that's the word However,although the steak and ale pie my friend and I had on October 9th looked and and smelled very appetising the steak was too tough to... More »

Avoid the Cambridge pudding cut at all costs! - review of Philip Helliar by Pauline

I've tried lots of hairdressers in Cambridge since coming here 6 years ago and have found them all just awful. May as well have put a bowl on my head and cut... More »

Embarrissing - review of The Eagle by Sparker

We took a party of 12 (including 3 American first-time visitors) to the Eagle one Sunday lunchtime and had recommended it as being an authentic old Cambridge pub and well worth a visit!... More »

Unfair? - review of NatWest by Rich

If you thought it was unfair why did you sign that it wasn't when you openend the account? Read the small print... More »

Nice alternative to The Eagle - review of The Bath House by JW

I found this place when unable to get into The Eagle, which was positively over-run early Saturday evening. The Bath House was friendly, with a nice mix of cask-conditioned ales (love that... More »

Excellent salon - review of Philip Helliar by Mary

I've gone to helliars when i've gone anywhere. I have at worst tatty hair, tend to do it myself in the kitchen half the time.... ...but then Alison at Helliars rescues me and for... More »

Brilliant! - review of Philip Helliar by Helen

I've been having my hair cut here for over 20 years and have always found it to be the best cut in Cambridge. Ask for Dan!... More »

Best in town! - review of Philip Helliar by Satisfied customer

Its been an interesting reading the mixed reviews of Helliers. My own experience has been magical. I have very difficult hair and am not in the first flush of youth. So to find... More »

Simply the Best... - review of Futuro by Ash

Futuro is continuing it well established record of professionalism and individual attention to each and every client. Al has very well trained stylists and staff working in the salon. It is... More »

Talking rubbish! - review of Philip Helliar by Louise

I read the reviews and obviously had to check the place out. But all of those people who slagged the place off, why not leave your name. No point slating somoone if your... More »

Disappointing - review of The Eagle by Patricia Wyman

I took a friend there after visiting Kings College Chapel for Morning Service one Sunday a couple ofyears ago and found it awful! Firstly the 'fresh' vegetables hadn't been defrosted properly and were oozing... More »

Map

Map showing Benet Street in Cambridge.