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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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Segway Events
Segway Events established in 2010, is a unique, family fun outdoor experience, based across the UK. Segway Events will be operating at Hinchingbrooke Park in February, April, July, August and October.
The Urban Frame: Mutiny in Colour Exhibition
A new, exciting exhibition is coming to the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket this summer. The Urban Frame: Mutiny in Colour exhibition will host over 50 works from some of the world’s most renowned contemporary artists including Banksy and Damien Hirst.
Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery
Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery explores the historical life and contemporary significance of Palestinian embroidery.
Naomi Tomkys OBE: Storied Places
Naomi Tomkys grew up in London where she attended Central St. Martins School of Art. She now lives and works in Cambridgeshire and her inspiration comes from the day-to-day moments that make her smile. This body of work features 39 recent paintings including scenes from the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge food trucks, punting, tourists, Lammas Land Pool, Cambridge Community Circus and Strawberry Fair.
House Guests: Textile Artists in David Parr House
House Guests: Textile Artists in David Parr House Emily Campbell | Fiona Curran | Shelley Goldsmith | Tanvi Kant | Rachael Matthews | Richard McVetis | Beatrice Mayfield | Anya Paintsil Join us for House Guests: Textile Artists in David Parr House, the first in a series of creative interventions that invite contemporary artists, designers and makers to respond to David Parr House.
Flavours of Autumn Afternoon Tea
Introducing Parker's Tavern 'Flavours of Autumn' Afternoon Tea, offering a delicious selection of savouries & sweets created by their pastry team.
Autumn Wreath workshop
Make a show stopping Autumn Wreath for your front door!
Beginners Evening Course
This course is for complete beginners with no previous experience of floristry or flower arranging. We have updated for the Autumn using the abundance of rich colours, berries and flowers available through September and October.
Cambridge Oktoberfest
Get ready again, for an authentic experience of the german Oktoberfest! Save yourself the price of a plane ticket, and join us for the 2023 Oktoberfest, right near you.
Choral Techniques Workshop with Cambridge Philharmonic
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to sing with a large, ambitious choir like Cambridge Philharmonic? Perhaps you used to sing a few years ago, and would like to get back into it? This is your chance to have a go. Join renowned conductor & composer Will Todd and Cambridge Philharmonic Chorus for an enjoyable afternoon of singing – all voices welcome. This will be an exciting opportunity to develop your singing skills working on Will’s Jazz Missa Brevis as well as collaboratively devise a new choral piece!
Autumn Market Pop-Up Grantchester
Home Food Preloved and more. Some of the finest local makers, creators and artisans.
Cambridge Bead Fair
Beads and pearls for the home jewellery maker. Many new semi precious imported into the UK last year. Free entry and refreshments!
Suffolk Punch Horses on Display
We are delighted to be welcoming the Suffolk Horse Society – and the world-famous Suffolk Punch breed – back to the National Horseracing Museum on Sunday 1st October.
Foxton Scarecrow Festival
Join us in Foxton and find all the film-themed scarecrows around the village, plus refreshments, live music, maker's market, children's quiz and activities, tombola, raffle and games. Vote for your favourite scarecrow! Lovely family-friendly local event for all ages.
Mark Thomas in England & Son
Prepare to be taken on a kaleidoscopic odyssey where disaster capitalism, empire, stolen youth and stolen wealth merge into the simple tale of a working-class boy who just wants his dad to smile at him.
Lecture by Rachel Dedman – Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery
Join us at for a special talk in the Kettle’s Yard house with Rachel Dedman, curator of our exhibition Material Power: Palestinian Embroidery.
Did you know?
University of Cambridge celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2009.