Cambridge
A University city on the River Cam
About Cambridge
Found in the county of Cambridgeshire, England, Cambridge is
approximately 55 miles north of London. Cambridge became an important
trading centre during the Roman and Viking ages, and there is
archaeological evidence of settlement in the area as early as the Bronze
Age. The first town charters were granted in the 12th century, although
modern city status was not officially conferred until 1951.
Cambridge University
The University of Cambridge was founded in 1209. The buildings of the
university include
King's College Chapel, Cavendish Laboratory, and the
Cambridge University Library, one of the largest legal deposit
libraries in the world. The city's skyline is dominated by several
college buildings, along with the spire of the
Our Lady and the English Martyrs Church, and the chimney of
Addenbrooke's Hospital. Anglia Ruskin University,
which evolved from the Cambridge School of Art and the Cambridgeshire
College of Arts and Technology, also has its main campus in the city.
Find more information about the city of Cambridge
here.
Visit Cambridge
There are many sights to see in Cambridge, such as the Botanical Gardens, a tour of the colleges, punting on the River Cam or shopping in the Grand Arcade.
Cambridge is a lovely city to visit at all times of year. Click the button below for your personalised recomendation of what to do during your visit.
Eat in Cambridge
Cambridge is home to many wonderful restaurants, from cosy cafes to
exclusive eateries. It can be difficult to know where to eat, so let us
help you out!
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