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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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Dear Zoo
Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell's timeless children’s book, returns to the stage with puppets, music and lots of audience interaction!
Songs of the Bulbul
Award-winning South Asian dance company Aakash Odedra present Songs of the Bulbul, inspired by the ancient Sufi myth of a captured bulbul songbird.
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. It’s Tudor history with the nasty bits left in!
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts with the meanest mummies in Egypt. It’s the history of Egypt with the nasty bits left in!
Aladdin
A wonderful outdoor summer pantomime for all the family at Waresley Park Estate on Saturday 25th July.
The Spy Who Came in From the Cold
Take a riveting journey through the fog-shrouded terrain of Cold War espionage, deception, and moral compromise, in the first ever stage adaptation of John le Carré’s novel.
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!
Abigail’s Party
Beverly’s hosting, and you’re invited! Tamzin Outhwaite stars as the unforgettable Beverly in Mike Leigh’s ferocious black comedy of suburban life in the 1970s.
Little Deal’s Comedy Club
A comedy club for the whole family
Screens in the City
Free Outdoor Cinema Returns to Cambridge This August Cambridge BID's popular Screens in the City outdoor cinema is back this August, bringing four days of free family-friendly film screenings to two unique city centre locations. From beloved family favourites and animated adventures to feel-good classics, residents, workers and visitors are invited to relax outdoors and enjoy a packed programme of films in the heart of Cambridge. Whether you're looking for a fun family day out, a nostalgic movie night under the sky, or simply an excuse to enjoy the summer atmosphere, Screens in the City has something for everyone.
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 Tale of the Loneliest Whale
A heartwarming celebration of friendship, difference and the joy of being yourself, packed with playful creatures, magical music and audience fun.
Much Ado About Nothing
It’s sharp, it’s funny, it’s Shakespeare’s ultimate romcom with more twists, tunes and turns than you can shake a stick at.
The King’s Cake
A magical story with puppets, magic and music for all the family.
Did you know?
Part of Queen’s College, The Mathematical Bridge is something of an architectural feat, using exclusively straight pieces of timber to create an elegant arched appearance.