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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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Abbots End Lodge
Abbots End Lodge (https://www.abbotsend.com/) provides luxury accommodation at an affordable price. Situated in quiet, peaceful surroundings with everything at your fingertips. The Lodge is in a separate annexed building above the barn garage, where you'll have your own key to come and go as you please.
Alexandra Gardens
Playhouse and play area. Bowling Green and Pavilion.
Byrons Pool
Weir pool.
Cambridge Past Present & Future
Local charity that cares for parks, green spaces and historic buildings.
Castle Hill
Although there are no ruins to be seen on Castle Hill, this grassy mound is of great importance in the history of Cambridge. This was the site of the Roman town of Duroliponte, originally an Iron Age hill fort.
Chesterton Recreation Ground
Play area.
Christ’s Pieces
Toilets with disabiled facilities, refreshment kiosk, bowling green, tennis courts, playground, table tennis
CityDays Urban Adventure Hunts
Escape room meets city tour. Explore Cambridge’s historic highlights and hidden quirks in this puzzle-filled adventure through its centre!
Coldham’s Common
A very large block of common land near the heart of Cambridge, split in two by the Cambridge-Ipswich railway line. The largest section of the common has a diverse range of habitats which support active and passive recreation.
Coleridge Recreation Ground
Paddling pool, splashboard, childrens playground, football field, tennis court, and table tennis
Coton Countryside Reserve
Open green space and walking routes.
Donkey Common
There's a skate ramp, exercise equipment, and table tennis tables.
Histon Road Recreation
Play area, football goals, modular climber.
Jesus Green
Swimming pool, toilet block with disabled facilities, refreshment kiosk, tennis courts, play area, table tennis
Lammas Land
Paddling pool and large play area.
Laundress Green
Open green space
Did you know?
One of Cambridge University’s most famous traditions is May Week, which actually takes place in early June. Heralding the end of the academic year, it’s a time when students enjoy lavish balls and garden parties before dispersing for the summer.