The University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education is based at Madingley Hall. Madingley Hall is an elegant country house built in the sixteenth century and set in delightful gardens and grounds of about 7 acres, designed in the eighteenth century by Capability Brown. They include flower borders and lawns, a topiary garden and meadows. The Hall is situated in the peaceful village of Madingley, three miles west of the historic University City of Cambridge. Madingley Hall is not open to the public. If you wish to see a particular painting, please contact the collection.