The History of Fisher House

The Cambridge University Catholic Chaplaincy, more popularly known as Fisher House, was founded by papal indult in 1895, when catholics were allowed once more to read for degrees at Oxford and Cambridge. Since 1924 Fisher House, a former inn (built c1600), has been its home.

It is open every day for students from early morning until late evening. Its central location makes it an ideal location for meeting people outside college.

The Fisher Society, which is run by students, provides a number of essential facilities including a kitchen, a library and a bar. Catholic students and those who regularly attend Mass at Fisher House are automatically members of the Fisher Society, and anybody else is welcome to join the events organised by the committee. Membership is free due to the generous grant given by the Cambridge University Catholic Association.