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  • 1. History of Cambridge

    Cambridge, famous for its university, has a rich history dating back long before the students arrived. There is evidence of people living on the site before Roman times. The Romans built the first town at the site, which was a good spot for crossing the River Cam. The Saxons and then the Normans also inhabited the area. The first college, Peterhouse, was built in 1284, and from...Read more there the university grew. Read less

  • 2. Now in Cambridge

    Cambridge is a city steeped in culture and magnificent architecture, mixed with modern buildings. It is full of museums and art galleries and its quaint market place and alleyways give it plenty of character. The university now has 31 colleges. More than 4 million visitors flock to the city every year, making tourism a big industry. It was voted the 4th top UK tourist destinati...Read moreon in 2011 by Tripadvisor. Read less

  • 3. Events in Cambridge

    The Cambridge Folk Festival is a popular and famous music event that takes place in the city every year, attracting people from all over the world. The Midsummer Fair, on Midsummer Common, is an event that has been held since 1211 and includes the usual mix of fair rides and stalls for all the family.

  • 4. Attractions in Cambridge

    The King’s College Chapel is one of Cambridge’s most famous attractions. Tourists can visit any of the colleges, each one having its own story to tell. The colleges all back onto the River Cam, and the view of these famous “Backs” can be seen by boat.

  • 5. Things To Do in Cambridge

    It’s hard to fit everything in during a trip to Cambridge. The sightseeing possibilities are endless, with river tours, bus tours, tours of the colleges and bike tours just some of the things on offer. Braver tourists can hear some spooky stories on one of the ghost tours. There are museums and art galleries to take in as well as theatres. Plenty of green spaces, parks and ga...Read morerdens offer tourists a chance to relax. The popular Cambridge Lakes golf course is just one mile out of town and the Cambridge Leisure Park boasts a 9-screen Cineworld cinema, 28-lane Tenpin bowling, a gym and a café. Read less

  • 6. Business in Cambridge

    The shopping facilities cater for everyone, with a mix of independent shops and boutiques alongside shopping centres and high street names. The markets also add to the shopping experience. There is a huge range of restaurants, cafes and bars to choose from in the city.

  • 7. Transport in Cambridge

    The railway station is just 15 minutes’ walk from the centre and has regular services to London. Trains from Scotland and the north link via Peterborough. There are regular coach services from London. To travel by car, the M11 leads to Cambridge from London. The A14 runs straight into Cambridge and links to the east and west or to the A1 and M1 from the north. London Stansted...Read more airport is 30 miles to the south, and London Gatwick and Heathrow and Birmingham International Airport are all easy to get to. Read less

  • 8. Entertainment in Cambridge

    The Cambridge Corn Exchange is a music, comedy and entertainment venue and hosts big names and shows. The Cambridge Arts Theatre offers the chance to see many award-winning plays. There are plenty of other theatres and venues to choose from.

  • 9. Famous Landmarks in Cambridge

    Castle Hill, in the centre of the city, is an historical spot. The Normans built a castle here and Castle Mound, at the top of the hill, is all that remains of this. The hill also offers great views of the city’s buildings.

  • 10. Interesting Facts about Cambridge

    Oliver Cromwell went to Cambridge’s Sidney Sussex College. Some people believe the remains of his skull have been buried there.

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Cambridge Events

  • Cambridge at Christmas

    The city becomes a festival
    at Christmas time, with a
    host of events being
    organised by the City
    Council. An open air ice rink
    is set up in the city centre
    at Parker’s Piece, so
    visitors can break up their
    Christmas shopping trip with
    a bit of ...more

  • Midsummer Fair

    June 2012 The Midsummer Fair,
    held on Midsummer Common
    every June, is thought to be
    one of the oldest fairs in
    the UK, dating back to around
    1211. The event has changed a
    lot since then and today it
    gives people the chance to
    try out some of the new an ...more

  • Buskers and Street Performers Festival

    June/July 2012 The Buskers
    and Street Performers
    Festival is held every year
    in Cambridge by the city
    council in order to celebrate
    the city’s culture and the
    talents of local people. It
    is a three-day event that
    takes place around June/July
    ...more

  • Cambridge Folk Festival

    July 2012 This event is held
    every year at Cherry Hinton
    Hall and attracts 10,000
    people. It runs for four days
    at the end of July with
    camping on site. The
    festival began in 1965 and
    has become famous all over
    the world. It offers a wide
    varie ...more

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  • Gift of £4,000 for the team that saved crash motorcyclist’s life

    Magpas medical charity has been presented with a cheque for £4,000 due to the incredible fundraising efforts of Louise Bocking and Barry Stratford. Louise and Barry cycled 600km from Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire to Edinburgh Castle to raise money for the charity that is close to Louise’s heart; they saved the life of her husband David. David was involved in a severe motorcycle accident in 1996 which made him fly off his bike and land in a ditch. Since the accident, …

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  • CBE for Professor John Wallwork, retired Papworth surgeon

    Professor John Wallwork, a retired surgeon who completed Europe’s first successful heart-lung transplant has been awarded a CBE for his work. The professor of cardiothoracic surgery at Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire, has been recognised for all of his services to healthcare over the years. “It’s a great thing to get, as a CBE is usually given for something you’ve done yourself,” he said. “But it will also be wonderful for raising the profile of Papworth.” Prince Philip went to Papworth …

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  • Welcome to Lady Bug’s ball!

    A sea of women in red and purple descended into Cambridge for the first ever ‘hoot’ held in the city. The members of the colourfully dressed Red Hat Society are part of a worldwide phenomenon; a social club for women over 50. Visitors to Cambridge for the hoot came from around the UK as well as America and Canada. The Red Hat Society, which was started 13 years ago, organise lively days out for members. These events have included quad-biking, …

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  • Cam on in – the water’s amazing . . .

    Brave swimmers took to the River Cam this New Year’s Day for some freezing fun! Around 60 people decided to blow the cobwebs of 2011 away and leap into the chilly water for an annual dip in Grantchester. The now traditional event began 15 years ago with only a handful of people taking part, but the amount of game for a go swimmers has increased every year. Swimmers include people of all ages who wish to refresh themselves with a …

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