Cambridge

When the first scholars arrived in Cambridge in the early 13th century, this Fenland town was already a busy trading centre. But now Cambridge is inextricably linked with its academic status. With its cobbled narrow streets and medieval passages, a constant flurry of cycles revealing its population of students, a lively market and an array of handsome buildings, it is a delightful place to explore.

New Battle of Britain exhibit opens at IWM Duxford

New exhibition at IWM Duxford tells the human story of the battle for Britain’s skies with personal tales and momentos from seven people who served at the pivotal fighter station.

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Battle of Britain, Second World War, air show

Battle of Britain 75th Anniversary Air Show

See Spitfires scramble in living history representation of crucial Second World War aerial battle at IWM Duxford.

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Ely, Cambridgeshire. Credit: Paul Thompson Images/Alamy

Five things to do in Ely, Cambridgeshire

Explore the cathedral city of Ely, in Cambridgeshire, which was once home to the Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell.

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King’s College Chapel: Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

It’s one of Britain’s best loved traditions, watched by millions on TV and radio. The first Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols took place at King’s College Chapel, Cambridge, in 1918. Since then, the annual…

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Rediscovering Greece and Rome in Cambridge

If you are interested in ancient civilisations, the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge’s newly reopened gallery, Rediscovering Greece and Rome, is a joy. Months of conservation, research and redisplay brings the focus onto people.

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