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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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Folk@CMT2026
Where Folk Music Meets Industrial Heritage
Aladdin
A wonderful outdoor summer pantomime for all the family at Waresley Park Estate on Saturday 25th July.
The Wind in the Willows
Paperback Theatre’s charming open-air adaptation of The Wind in the Willows, set against the stunning backdrop of our beautiful hillside amphitheatre!
The Railway Children
Paperback Theatre returns with a brand new adaptation of E. Nesbit’s The Railway Children, set against the stunning backdrop of our beautiful hillside amphitheatre!
Magic of Thailand Festival in Cambridge
A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Parker's Piece is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known as Cambridge Thai Festival.
Yara in the Wild Wood
Front Room WsM offers a tale of friendship and adventure for all the family, featuring captivating puppetry, exquisite non-verbal storytelling, and spellbinding original music. Come into the woods and explore your wild side with Yara!
Yara in the Wild Wood
Front Room WsM offers a tale of friendship and adventure for all the family, featuring captivating puppetry, exquisite non-verbal storytelling, and spellbinding original music. Come into the woods and explore your wild side with Yara!
The King’s Cake
A magical story with puppets, magic and music for all the family.
The Railway Children
Paperback Theatre returns with a brand new adaptation of E. Nesbit’s The Railway Children, set against the stunning backdrop of our beautiful hillside amphitheatre!
The Railway Children
Paperback Theatre returns with a brand new adaptation of E. Nesbit’s The Railway Children, set against the stunning backdrop of our beautiful hillside amphitheatre!
The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny
Michael Whitmore’s charming adaptation will have you spellbound so why not join Peter and Benjamin on their hair-raising adventures. A magical afternoon of fun for all the family.
Little Gransden Air and Car Show 2026
Enjoy breathtaking flying displays and explore attractions like classic cars, craft stalls, fairground rides, live music, and more, all set in the beautiful countryside of Little Gransden. Since 1992, this event has grown significantly. Indulge in a variety of food and refreshments, from a licensed bar to sweets and doughnuts. Organized by volunteers, all proceeds support the BBC’s Children in Need and local children’s charities.
Open Gardens
We look forward to welcoming you to our Spring Open Gardens, which offers exclusive garden access, refreshments, family-friendly activities and a warm Waresley welcome.
Ancient Oak Fayre
Viking Medieval event. A family fun and educational day. We have jousting, falconry, walk about musicians. Pentacle drummers, Daridel. Devilstick Peat the jester. Battles and living history,we have many knowledgeable people that you can chat to. Hold a wild bird. The Watermill wolves and the Mermaid tank. Have a go archery. Market including Medieval and Viking ( authentically crafted ) Pagan wares. In the fairy glade there will be free workshops for children. Bubbles the Pixie. Face-painting, story telling. Also in the fairy glade there will be a fancy dress? costume competition with money prizes for Men, women and children.
Ancient Oak Fayre
Viking Medieval event. A family fun and educational day. We have jousting, falconry, walk about musicians. Pentacle drummers, Daridel. Devilstick Peat the jester. Battles and living history,we have many knowledgeable people that you can chat to. Hold a wild bird. The Watermill wolves and the Mermaid tank. Have a go archery. Market including Medieval and Viking ( authentically crafted ) Pagan wares. In the fairy glade there will be free workshops for children. Bubbles the Pixie. Face-painting, story telling. Also in the fairy glade there will be a fancy dress? costume competition with money prizes for Men, women and children.
An outdoor cinema experience like no other is coming to Anglesey Abbey 11th September – 13th September 2026
Adventure Cinema returns for 2026 with its biggest and most immersive season yet, bringing the magic of the big screen to the stunning surroundings of Anglesey Abbey.
Did you know?
Telegenic Cambridge has served as a backdrop for many films and TV series, from the obvious – such as Chariots of Fire, The Theory of Everything and ITV’s Grantchester – to the more unexpected, including Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.