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Duxford Imperial War Museum Duxford Cambridge CB2 4QR United Kingdom +44 1223 83 5000 http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/ |
This two-day air show marks the anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Fighter jets such as Spitfires and Hurricanes are expected to take off. RAF jets will also make their present felt. The show is a tribute to 'Churchill's Few' and surviving war pilots are expected to grace the occasion. So get geared for some air action. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer Music Gathering |
Colville Road Cherry Hinton Hall Grounds Cambridge CB1 4EJ United Kingdom +44 1223 45 7245 http://www.cambridgefolkfestiv... |
The Cambridge Folk Festival began in 1964 and is still going strong, drawing tens of thousands of visitors each year. Part of the festival's success lies in the eclectic line-ups, from gospel, blues and jazz to folk and other genres. The festival features two main stages and a club tent showcases local talent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Food glorious food! |
15 Norfolk Street Alliance Française Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB1 2LD United Kingdom +44 1223 46 1991 http://www.camfoodfest.com/ |
The Cambridge Food and Drink Festival is much more than just food and wine. Talks on health food and growing your own veggies, cooking demonstrations, cuisines from around the world, and special restaurant events are part of the lineup. What's more? Wine tasting and subsequent auctions of the same are promised. After two years of sucess, the festival is even more raring to go - it's sure to leave you asking for more! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 "International" sporting event |
22 New Road (Ashton Conker Club) Cambridge PE8 4LB United Kingdom +44 1832 27 2735 http://www.benjerry.co.uk/conk... |
For over 30 years the village of Ashton, near Peterborough, has hosted these conker (the nut from the horse chestnut tree) championships with men, women, children and teams battling it out. The organisers claim that people travel from overseas to take part! The event is held the second Sunday in October in this town about 30 miles (50km) north-west of Cambridge. Each "conker bonker" is provided with conkers at the championship to prevent cheating. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Air show |
Duxford Imperial War Museum Duxford Cambridge CB2 4QR United Kingdom +44 1223 83 5000 http://www.iwm.org.uk/ |
This annual air show is one of the many conducted over the year. While the Duxford War Museum is abuzz with activity for most of the year, the Autumn show gains a lot of attention. From pre-war planes to current day aircrafts, the show displays talent and bravado. Thousands make their way to this airstrip and witness a fun day with family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional Christmas service at King's College Chapel |
King's College Chapel (King's College) Cambridge CB2 1ST United Kingdom +44 1223 33 1155 http://www.kings.cam.ac.uk/cha... |
Traditionally broadcast on BBC television and radio on Christmas Eve, King's College Chapel's world-famous choir celebrates Jesus Christ's nativity with the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, a traditional narration of the Christmas story in word and song. The service begins at 3p, with entry to the chapel from around 1:30p. However, the popularity of the service means that a queue forms by 8a on Christmas Eve, snaking around the courts of King's College. To have a chance of entry, visitors need to be in the queue before 10:30a. Not suitable for small children; free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Whizzes and bangs |
Midsummer Common Cambridge CB5 8DR United Kingdom +44 1223 45 7521 |
'Remember, remember, the fifth of November...' Cambridge celebrates this national event, Guy Fawkes' Night, commemorating the infamous attempt by the Catholic plotter Guy Fawkes to blow up the Parliament during times of lesser religious tolerance by the Protestant ruling class and king. An impressive fireworks display and bonfire is held annually on Midsummer Common. Throngs of people brave the cold and mud to watch the city council send off an impressive variety of fireworks and light up a bonfire on top of which burns an effigy of Guy Fawkes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Annual Funfair |
Midsummer House Midsummer Common Cambridge CB4 1HA United Kingdom +44 1223 369299 http://www.cambridge.gov.uk/pu... |
King John granted a charter for the Midsummer Fair back in 1211, though it now exists solely as a funfair. The Mayor of Cambridge still proclaims it open by throwing coins to assembled children. You'll find all your favourite rides here: dodgems, the pirate ship and the ghost train, as well as all the traditional food stalls candyfloss, hot dogs and toffee apples. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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British race circuit |
All Saints Road (Westfield House) Cambridge CB8 0TG United Kingdom +44 1638 67 5500 http://www.newmarketracecourse... |
Newmarket is considered the home of British racing. Featuring two courses; the Rowley Mile and the July Racecourse; some of the United Kingdom's most important meetings are held throughout the year. The track side and stands of each course have all that is exciting for spectators including bookies, refreshments, dining facilities and, of course, the thunder of approaching hooves. Some of the summer meetings include evening races and live bands. Regular meetings are held from May to November; check the Web site or call for specific race dates and times. Tickets prices vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Eastern promise |
5 Kings Parade Cambridge CB2 1SJ United Kingdom +44 1223 32 4588 http://www.nomads.com/ |
This is a unique shop on King's Parade that is full of eastern promise: pottery, rugs, furnishings, throws, cushions, textiles, wall hangings, bedspreads and lamp shades from India, Nepal, Afghanistan, Tibet, Soviet central Asia and even further afield! It also specialises in music and musical instruments from around the world and has a stall in Market Square from Monday to Saturday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bookworms will have a ball |
The Guildhall Market Square Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 3QJ United Kingdom +44 (0)1223 31 2913 http://www.pbfa.org/fairfiles/... |
The Cambridge Antiquarian & Second Hand Bookfair is conducted annually, usually in the month of February. No matter what subject or author you are looking for, this exhibition won't disappoint you. 70 dealers from the United Kingdom come together to create a paradise of precious pages, and thousands of books are for sale. The venue offers limited parking so make sure you arrive early. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sizzlin' Summer Festival |
Midsummer Common Cambridge CB2 2JE United Kingdom http://www.strawberry-fair.org... |
Cambridge's renowned Strawberry Fair on Midsummer Common has been a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike for decades. The festival, which takes place for one afternoon in early June, blends diverse strands of music, performance, poetry and arts and crafts, turning the common into a whirl of noise, colour and smell. The fair is held on Midsummer Common. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Ancient farmers' rite |
119 Eastrea Road Cambridge PE7 2AJ United Kingdom +44 1733 20 8245 http://www.strawbear.org.uk/ |
A real oddity of local tradition, the Whittlesey Straw Bear Festival is a revival of an ancient farming rite which takes place in early January. A ploughman is dressed up in straw (the straw bear) and leads a procession of dancers and folk musicians through the village. The week leading up to the procession is marked by concerts and a ceilidh, and the Saturday procession sees all the village pubs packed out, with Morris dancers performing at each one. In the evening there are barn dances and ceilidhs, and on the Sunday the straw bear is burnt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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