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Parks and Green Spaces

Cambridge truly is a green city – the natural fen landscape flows right into the centre along the river Cam, cows grazing within sight of Kings College Chapel. You can picnic under the trees along The Backs and admire the stunning displays of flowering bulbs in Spring, or while away the hours in beautifully kept College grounds and Fellows gardens. The public parks and commons provide a paradise for children with play equipment, football pitches and tennis courts.
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Cambridge University Botanic Garden
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Opened to the public in 1846, the Cambridge University Botanic Garden develops & displays over 8,000 different plant species in 40 acres of beautiful landscapes.

Take time to explore & enjoy the winter garden, glasshouses & a superb collection of mature trees.
From January 2005 admission for children under 17 will be FREE.
Address
Cory Lodge
Bateman Street
Cambridge
CB2 1JF
Telephone
(01223) 336265
Christ's College Gardens
The gardens were a favourite of the 17th century poet John Milton.
Address
St Andrew's Street
Cambridge
CB2 3BU
Telephone
(01223) 334900
Christ's Pieces
Covering 10 acres Christ's Pieces is one of the most important formal parks in the city.
Address
Emmanuel Road
Cambridge
Telephone
(01223) 457532.
Clare College Gardens
A fine example of a 20th Century English garden.
Address
Trinity Lane
Cambridge
CB2 1TL
Telephone
(01223) 333200
Emmanuel College Gardens
One of the largest, and most impressive of the Cambridge college gardens.
Address
Emmanuel Street
Cambridge
CB2 3AP
Telephone
(01223) 334200
Jesus Green
This riverside park is the perfect venue to relax, picnic, walk, swim or play sport.
Address
Chesterton Road
Cambridge
Telephone
(01223) 457532.
Parker's Piece
It was on Parker's Piece that basic football association rules were formed in the 19th century.

Address
Parkside
Cambridge
Telephone
(01223) 457532.
The Backs
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The 'Backs' of the riverside colleges provide stunning views throughout the year.
Address
Queen's Road
Cambridge
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