The best and worst libraries on Cambridge University’s Sidge Site

As a history student, sometimes I feel like all I ever do is sit in a library on Sidge. And as a third year, I feel that I now have enough authority and experience to properly rate these libraries. So, for all of my fellow humanities students out there, here is my definitive guide to the best and worst libraries on Sidge. Take my reviews with a pinch of salt and please don’t be offended if your opinions don’t match mine (although I am 100 per cent right of course).

The best:

Divinity Faculty Library

DivFac Library is the best! Bright lights, hidden cubbyholes, massive windows, and not too busy – what’s not to love?

AMES Faculty Library (Asian and Middle Eastern Studies)

If there was an award for the warmest library in Cambridge, AMES would 100 per cent win – it’s so warm, which is an absolute life-saver in Michaelmas and Lent terms. Plants, dark academia vibes, and lovely staff make this library a great place to work.

Seeley Historical Library

This may be controversial, but I am a bit of a Seeley library fan. It is freezing cold, but once summer comes around it’s a welcome break from the heat. Plenty of seats (and the books I need as a history student!) make this library a top contender for me.

The worst:

Marshall Library (Economics)

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I don’t know what has happened to everyone on Sidge this term, but apparently literally every humanities student ever has decided that the Marshall is the place to be. It’s always so busy! The general lack of seats along with the hourly barrages of groups of Econ students talking mean that this library unfortunately is not it for me.

Squire Law Library

The most intense library on Sidge – by far. Not my vibe (I am definitely not just completely terrified every time I step foot in here.)

English Faculty Library

Why are there always people talking in here? (Maybe I’m just cursed or something?) It’s also usually pretty busy, and there aren’t that many seats. This is a shame because I do quite like this library, but being able to actually find a seat is pretty vital to studying.

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