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From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Art & Exhibitions
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Curious Cures: Medicine in the Medieval World
Fascinated by health and wellbeing? So were our medieval ancestors. Discover a time when unusual ingredients and questionable remedies mixed with genuine curiosity about how bodies function, creating a complex and intriguing world of ritual healing, herbal recipes, stargazing and surgery. Come and see what the doctor ordered...
Horseplay: A Racing Games Exhibition
The National Horseracing Museum will be hosting a very special exhibition in 2025 entitled: Horseplay.
Exhibition: Legacies of Windrush in Cambridge
The first exhibition of its kind, Legacies of Windrush in Cambridge shines a light on the lives and experiences of the Caribbean Windrush community and those who left an indelible mark on Cambridge and the UK. In partnership with Dr Carol Brown-Leonardi and the African Caribbean Research Group, this co-curated exhibition feature a series of oral histories from local Caribbean Elders in Cambridge, capturing their unique experiences and invaluable community stories.
Unmissable Show: Hockney’s Normandy Masterpieces at MODO
We are thrilled to announce MODO Gallery’s landmark exhibition, centred around the stunning Normandy landscapes of David Hockney - shown in Cambridge for the first time.
Bound Together: Leather from Northern Nigeria
Explore the creative and technical art of Nigerian leatherwork in our fascinating new display.
Quintessentially Cambridge Art Exhibition
Naomi Tomkys OBE brings her signature warmth and vivid oil painting style to Fitzbillies Café, King’s Parade this autumn in Quintessentially Cambridge, a solo exhibition capturing the city’s charm in brushstrokes, from punting on the Cam to May Ball queues. Evocative local scenes, rich storytelling, and quiet tributes to life in Cambridge. Open daily. Entry is free.
The Sleepers
This exhibition explores how women artists have articulated complex and differing experiences of sleep and rest.
Made in Ancient Egypt
Explore ancient Egypt through the lives of its craftspeople and discover the untold stories of the makers.
Earth Photo 2025: outdoor photography exhibition
Come and see a bold photography exhibition of shortlisted works from the international Earth Photo competition. On display at Anglesey Abbey this autumn.
Make it with Marmalade 4-week Reduction Linocutting Course for Improvers
This course is for someone who has already attended one of our beginners’ classes, or has gained previous experience of Linocutting elsewhere, as it is designed to take you to a whole new level in your personal printmaking practice.
Escape from Colditz – Papercuts, Collage and Installation
Inspired in part by artist Annette Schröter's origins near Colditz Castle in Germany and by the tales of wartime derring-do immortalised in the 1970s BBC TV series “Colditz”, Escape from Colditz is a contemplation on the theme of escape or escapism presented in a unique series of papercuts and collage.
Brushstrokes & Blue Notes – Art Exhibition
This art exhibition will feature 10 original pieces by Cambridge-based artist, Musa Hamwala. Each piece, in oils, interprets a different song from Robin Phillips’ latest album.
House Guests: Emerald Green, Mineral Green
This autumn, House Guests returns for a third year. For this annual exhibition series, artists, designers and makers are invited to respond to a brief considering the context of the House, the interiors and history of 186 Gwydir Street, Cambridge. The artists’ works take up residence as a guest within the House, among the fixtures, furnishings and decorative schemes from 23rd October until 5th December 2025.
Paint a fox in a forest at The Lodge in Duxford
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece 🎨 Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art. Each artist brings their own unique flair, so your painting might look a little different to the one shown on the website—but that’s all part of the fun! Our events are all about creativity, and we love seeing everyone's individuality shine through. 🖌️ What’s included: All the painting materials you’ll need—including your canvas—are included in the ticket price. 🍷 Food & drinks: Available to purchase separately from the venue. 👯 Bring your friends! This is a relaxed, creative experience—perfect for catching up with friends, trying something new, or enjoying a solo night out. 🎟️ Tickets & booking info: Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking in advance. If you're coming as a group, it’s best to book together to make sure everyone gets a spot. Our events can sell out quickly! ❗Please note: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. For full details, please visit our Terms & Conditions. 📲 Stay in the loop: Follow the event and keep up with us on Facebook for updates, behind-the-scenes fun, and future events.
Paint a stag and a moon at The Plough & Fleece, Horningsea
🖌️ What’s included: All the painting materials you’ll need—including your canvas—are included in the ticket price. 🍷 Food & drinks: Available to purchase separately from the venue. 👯 Bring your friends! This is a relaxed, creative experience—perfect for catching up with friends, trying something new, or enjoying a solo night out. 🎟️ Tickets & booking info: Spaces are limited, so we recommend booking in advance. If you're coming as a group, it’s best to book together to make sure everyone gets a spot. Our events can sell out quickly! 📲 Stay in the loop: Follow the event and keep up with us on Facebook for updates, behind-the-scenes fun, and future events.
Exhibition Opening: Harold Offeh: Mmm Gotta Try a Little Harder, It Could Be Sweet
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibition. Enjoy a drink with friends at our pay bar, and explore the exhibition after hours.
Did you know?
University of Cambridge celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2009.