To many people Cambridgeshire is about one place and one place alone – the city of Cambridge and the world’s best university. And true to form the city of Cambridge is extremely impressive, from the ancient university buildings and colleges to some of the best museums in the world to punting on the river. But to ignore the rest of this beautiful county would be a mistake. From the beautiful cathedral cities of Peterborough and Ely to the impressive Imperial War Museum and from the miles upon miles of gorgeous cycling routes to the fens and farmlands, Cambridgeshire is a landscape of flat open vistas and endless horizons.
Bordering Suffolk to the east, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire to the west, Hertfordshire and Essex to the south and Lincolnshire to the north Cambridgeshire has been inhabited since the Neolithic period and was recorded in the Domesday Book as ‘Grantbridgeshire.’ The landscape is one of endless flat farmland and reclaimed fens as well as endless waterways teeming with wildlife; gently chugging along the waterways in a narrow boat through tiny villages of thatched cottages is one of the quintessential English experiences.
Indeed Cambridgeshire is a county full of quintessentially English experiences. Whether it is a visit to the university city of Cambridge with its ancient colleges and old streets and old bridges spanning the Cam, or a trip to Huntingdon, the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell, or perhaps a tour of one of the two magnificent cathedrals, the Norman cathedral in Ely or the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter, Saint Paul and Saint Andrew in Peterborough. From Longthorpe Tower, to Southey Wood, from Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery to Flag Fen and from the Imperial War museum to Duxford Airfield, Elton Hall to Nene Park to Britain’s oldest nature reserve Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire seems to have a never ending supply of attractions. Even without those attractions a day spent supping tea or pints in any one of the traditional villages around the county is a day well spent.
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'Marina and the Diamonds' refers to a female singer/songwriter (not with band as most presume). She is 25 years old, Welsh but of Greek descent and has been on the music scene since 2007. Her sound and style is that of indie-pop and she first rose to fame having reached number 2 in the BBC 'Sound of 2010' poll, coming second to Ellie Goulding. She did however; win the 'Best UK and Irish Act' award at the BT Digital Music Awards in 2010. Her first album was 'The Family Jewels' (2010).…
Cambridge Corn Exchange, CambridgeHaving completed an outstanding tour of the US in 2011, Joan Baez is ready to embark on a twenty-one date tour of the United Kingdom, before heading to Germany and France in the latter days of spring. Known for her gutsy vocal style, she began her career over 50 years ago by introducing folk music into the popular rock scene of the 60's. She is well-known not only for her heady music and songwriting but also for her participation as an activist for peace and justice for all mankind. Her desire to bring attention to the unfair conditions some people have to endure also began in the 60's. Ov…
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Cambridge Corn Exchange, CambridgeMatt Cardle is a British singer-songwriter who rose to fame after winning the seventh series of X Factor 2010, winning a £1 million recording contract with Simon Cowell's Company Syco. Matt’s debut single ‘When We Collide’ was released immediately after he won the X Factor, it sold more than 439,000 in the first week making it 2010’s UK Christmas No.1. Matt Cardle released his debut single ‘Run For Your Life’ on 9 October 2011 ahead of his debut album ‘Letters’ which was released on 17 October 2011. He collaborated with various writers on this album which included Eg White. ‘Letters’ charted a…
One of the pioneers of punk, a leading light in the legendary Stiff label and critically acclaimed singer songwriter in his own right, Nick Lowe is perhaps best known for his songs Cruel To Be Kind and (I Love The Sound Of) Breaking Glass and albums Jesus of Cool and Labour of Lust. He's just released The Old Magic, his first new studio album in over four years, and is currently touring with Wilco in the USA.…
Cambridge Corn Exchange, CambridgeThe Stranglers are pleased to announce a full UK tour in March 2012, the band have been busy in the studio writing and recording their seventeenth studio album which is due for release next year. First forming in 1974 the band's straight talking approach gave them the reputation as aggressive and confrontational with their notoriety later embraced by the punk movement of 77. The tour celebrates the 35th anniversary of the initial release and success of debut single 'Grip' and their legendary first album Rattus Norvegicus.…
Cambridge Corn Exchange, CambridgeAfter nearly eight years together, The Maccabees are still going strong. This London based indie rock band has just released their third studio album named "Given to the wild" in January 2012 and it has garnered positive reviews from various media outlets. The five members of The Maccabees have been on a roll lately as they finished the last 2 years as headlining acts of various rock shows including the prestigious Shockwave NME Awards Tour. The group is often regarded as being one of the best post-britpop guitar bands and according to pundits in the industry, they might be the ones to save Br…
The Junction Cambridge, CambridgeEnglish Folk musician Seth Lakeman was born and raised in Devon and along with his brothers Sam and Sean has played a variety of instruments and recorded folk music in their own band first of all. Seth's solo career was launched in 2002 when he released his debut album 'The Punch Bowl' to much critical acclaim. Subsequent album releases were; 'Kitty Jay' in 2004, 'Freedom Fields' in 2006, 'Poor man's Heaven' in 2008 and 'Hearts and Mind's' in 2010. Seth's instrumental range includes vocals, banjo, fiddle, viola and guitar.…
Joan BaezFriday, 24 February 2012Pop And Rock - watch Joan Baez live at Cambridge Corn Exchange in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire on the Friday, 24 February 2012. Compare ticket prices and save on the best seats in the house!
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Live And Unsigned Auditions Cambridge25 Feb, CambridgeEddie amp; The Hotrods1 Mar, CambridgeMatt Cardle3 Mar, CambridgeinME5 Mar, CambridgeThe Stranglers8 Mar, CambridgeJack Bruce20 Mar, CambridgeSeth Lakeman21 Mar, CambridgeThe Waterboys28 Mar, CambridgeElgars the Dream of Gerontius31 Mar, ElyCast3 Apr, Cambridge
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Cambridge and County Folk MuseumWelcome to this warm-hearted museum displaying the everyday life of Cambridge people since 1700. The Cambridge & County Folk Museum has been open to the public for over 60 years, providing a fascinating insight into the history of Cambridge for local people and tourists alike. The Museum is ho…Location: Cambridge
Some other fun family days out in Cambridgeshire are:
Scott Polar Research Institute MuseumStained Glass MuseumDenny Farmland MuseumImperial War MuseumHamerton Zoo ParkDenny Farmland MuseumFitzwilliam MuseumLinton Zoological Gardens
Denny Farmland MuseumDiscover farming through the ages and learn about the rural history of Cambridgeshire with objects displays and interactives for all ages. Visit a village shop and see a magnificent 17th Century stone barn and the workshops, which include a basket maker and a blacksmith. Explore a traditional …Location: Waterbeach
Some other notable historic attractions in Cambridgeshire are:
Scott Polar Research Institute MuseumEly CathedralAnglesey AbbeyCambridge and County Folk MuseumStained Glass MuseumPeckover House and GardenWWT WelneyBeeston CastleChilford Hall VineyardFitzwilliam MuseumImperial War Museum
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