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Unique Cambridge
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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Workshops, Talks & Lectures
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Cambridge Open Studios
Our Cambridge Open Studios event runs over the first four weekends of July every year, and provides the opportunity to visit working studios, and buy art direct from the artists.
Cambridge Dance Festival
Creative dance workshops and stunning performances at Cambridge Dance Festival this July.
Crafting Stories from Settings: Writing Workshop with Sophie Hampton
Join writer Sophie Hampton for a one-day writing workshop inspired by the setting of David Parr House.
The Art of Bowl Turning with Jon Bailey
Discover the Art of Bowl Turning at David Parr House with Jon Bailey. Unlock the ancient craft of bowl turning using a traditional pole lathe.
Summer Terrarium Workshop
Celebrate the summer sun with a fun, hands-on terrarium-making workshop hosted by local gardening experts Small & Green.
Science on Sundays: July 2024
The extraordinary ecology of drylands. A talk by Dr Courtney Currier, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge
Summer School 2024
Discover and explore your creative talents! Spend some quality time learning a new skill or expanding the skills you already have at our Summer School for adult learners. You'll find some inspiring choices with something for everyone to kick off the summer, with workshops including: Guitar, Indian Cookery, Italian for holidays, Weaving, Drawing, Textiles, Upholstery, Dog Training, Skills Boot Camp and much more.
Indian Cookery
Indian Cookery Made Easy - 2 days Weds & Fri Come join us for a fun and interactive cooking experience where you'll learn the art of Indian cuisine in just 2 days!
Mini Ceramic Pinch Pots with Daniela Stief
Join ceramic artist, Daniela Stief to make patterned pinch pots and dishes with glazed glass interiors.
Lino Block Printing Seed Packets with Nastasha Boyce
Inspired by the blossoming David Parr garden, spend an evening with printmaker Nastasha Boyce and create your own lino-block printed seed packets.
Stained Glass
Come learn the basics of creating beautiful stained glass with us! Join us at our Summer School for a fun and creative workshop where you'll learn the basics of creating beautiful stained glass pieces using the copperfoil technique. No experience is necessary - this event is perfect for beginners looking to try something new and unleash their artistic side.
Lino Block Printing Seed Packets with Nastasha Boyce
Inspired by the blossoming David Parr garden, spend an evening with printmaker Nastasha Boyce and create your own lino-block printed seed packets.
Lino Block Printing Seed Packets with Nastasha Boyce
Inspired by the blossoming David Parr garden, spend an evening with printmaker Nastasha Boyce and create your own lino-block printed seed packets.
Did you know?
One of Cambridge’s most beloved community events is the Mill Road Winter Fair, which takes place annually on the first Saturday in December. Offering stalls, entertainment and a parade, it’s been running since 2005 and attracts around 15,000 people a year.