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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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Cambridge Botanic Lights
Join us for Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s first ever winter lights trail – Cambridge Botanic Lights!
Christmas Punt & Hunt
Add our Scavenger Hunt & Activity booklet to your private or shared punting tour for a festive fun-filled day out in Cambridge.
Festive Wreath Making Workshop
Join us in partnership with Burlap and Twine florists for a cozy evening of creativity and holiday spirit. Create a beautiful wreath to adorn your home or to add a personal touch to your decor! And what's a workshop without some delightful treats, enjoy complimentary hot drinks and nibbles as you weave your masterpiece. Come along with your friends and family for an evening filled with creativity and festive cheer.
Bach to Baby Festive Family Concert in Cambridge
Bach to Baby brings you critically acclaimed concerts for baby and you this Christmas! As seen at the Royal Albert Hall, we bring our world-class musicians right to you for babies, tots and grown-ups.
Christmas Carols on the River
Experience Christmas magic on the River Cam with 'Carols on the River,' a festive punt tour featuring live choir music. Support Tom's Trust in this enchanting charity event.
Pumping Station in Steam
A great day out for all the family. Have all your senses stimulated by our magnificent steam engines running in public again following an extensive restoration program.
Big Fish Little Fish – Cambridge Christmas Family Rave
The original family rave returns to Cambridge for a very special Christmas event
Christmas at the Museum
Join us for a festive ride around the Museum's grounds on Santa's Horse and Trap! Find the clues and follow the trail in Palace House and see it beautifully decorated for the Christmas season. Help us make a new mural as part of our 12 days of Frankel creative project and see the live Nativity Scene in the Rothchild's Yard.
Winter Craft Fair & Santa’s Grotto
Get ready for a day at Minstrel Court filled with festive joy! This Christmas Event features craft stalls from local businesses, a magical Santa’s Grotto, a hot chocolate bar, and much more. Come along with all the family, enjoy festive music and indulge in some Christmas shopping or join our biscuit decorating workshop!
Christmas at University Arms Hotel
Stay at University Arms from 24th - 26th December and enjoy a relaxing festive break where you can curl up by the fire in the library, play games with your loved ones and enjoy decadent feasting.
Did you know?
University of Cambridge celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2009.