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Ranked #31 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Fascinating and Unusual Small Scientif...“ 12/04/2013
- ”See Darwin, Crick, Watson and friends...“ 25/03/2013
Category: Science Museums; History Museums
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Founded as a University Museum in 1944, this diverse collection covers all branches of science and features a comprehensive...
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Founded as a University Museum in 1944, this diverse collection covers all branches of science and features a comprehensive collection of scientific instruments that were used from the 16th century to the present.
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Ranked #32 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Sunday craft market“ 07/05/2013
- ”Daily market“ 05/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #33 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”A nice place for a walk“ 17/04/2013
- ”A pleasant spot to walk or picnic“ 08/04/2013
Category: Parks
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This city park offers many recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast, which includes over two miles of surfaced...
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This city park offers many recreational activities for the outdoor enthusiast, which includes over two miles of surfaced paths for walking and biking, marked trails for horseback riding, picnic and play areas, and fishing in both of the area's lakes.
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Ranked #34 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”A quiet santuary in a busy city“ 03/02/2013
- ”Small friendly college“ 31/10/2012
Category: Historic Sites; Educational Sites
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It is said that Poet John Milton sat and wrote poetry under a tree on the grounds of this College, whose famous alumni...
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It is said that Poet John Milton sat and wrote poetry under a tree on the grounds of this College, whose famous alumni include General Jan Smuts, John Milton, Charles Darwin and CP Snow.
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Ranked #35 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Great!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Unfortunately untidy the day we visite...“ 20/02/2013
Category: Parks; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Located a short distance south of Cambridge, this scenic park contains a mixture of woodlands and grasslands offering a...
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Located a short distance south of Cambridge, this scenic park contains a mixture of woodlands and grasslands offering a network of scenic walking paths and picnic areas.
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Ranked #36 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Industrial Heritage enthusiasts: this...“ 14/04/2013
- ”A Steam Punks Paradise“ 04/04/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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This preserved Victorian pumping station and working museum contains some of the oldest functional steam engines in the...
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This preserved Victorian pumping station and working museum contains some of the oldest functional steam engines in the world, plus other historical engineering objects and machinery.
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Ranked #37 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Midsummer Common“ 16/05/2013
- ”drunks“ 06/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Open grassland area that hosts a number of events including the Midsummer Fair, which dates back to the 13th century, the...
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Open grassland area that hosts a number of events including the Midsummer Fair, which dates back to the 13th century, the annual Strawberry Fair, fireworks on Guy Fawkes' Night and touring circuses.
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Ranked #38 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Historic Church in the Centre of Cambr...“ 14/05/2013
- ”Little disappointed with the view from...“ 06/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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Overlooking the market place, this architectural marvel was built in 1478 with much of its construction and décor in the...
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Overlooking the market place, this architectural marvel was built in 1478 with much of its construction and décor in the Tudor-style; Henry VII himself donated more than one hundred oak trees to build its roof.
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Ranked #39 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”A Fenland experience“ 15/05/2013
- ”Fascinating little museum“ 13/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #40 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Great small theatre“ 22/04/2013
- ”Fantastic little theatre!“ 22/03/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #41 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”beautiful“ 06/04/2013
- ”It's not a park it's just a square of...“ 26/03/2013
Category: Parks
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This grassy square is the scene for several local fairs and serves as a favorite recreation area during the summer for...
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This grassy square is the scene for several local fairs and serves as a favorite recreation area during the summer for rounders games, cricket matches, football games and evening drinks.
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Ranked #42 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”The cutest college.“ 09/06/2012
- ”Muy recomendable“ 18/12/2012
Category: Educational Sites; Historic Sites
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Founded in 1350 by Bishop Bateman of Norwich, Trinity is the fifth oldest surviving College of Cambridge University and...
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Founded in 1350 by Bishop Bateman of Norwich, Trinity is the fifth oldest surviving College of Cambridge University and boasts such alumni notables as Robert Herrick, F D Maurice, J B Priestley and Lord Howe.
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Ranked #43 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”how a church should be“ 01/10/2012
- ”my origin?“ 10/02/2012
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #44 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Overrated“ 20/04/2013
- ”cluttered“ 06/04/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #45 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”One of the biggest libraries in the wo...“ 20/12/2012
- ”All of life is here.“ 07/06/2012
Category: Libraries; Educational Sites
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The library of Cambridge University houses one of the world's largest collections of books and manuscripts, which are put on...
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The library of Cambridge University houses one of the world's largest collections of books and manuscripts, which are put on public display in the College's exhibition center twice a year.
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Ranked #46 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Lovely Venue, Uncomfortable Seating.“ 20/05/2013
- ”Something for everyone though venue ne...“ 29/04/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #47 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Beautiful gardens.“ 13/08/2012
- ”Fishing dinner“ 04/07/2012
Category: Educational Sites
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Accepting both postgraduate and undergraduate students, this is considered one of the most cosmopolitan of the Cambridge...
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Accepting both postgraduate and undergraduate students, this is considered one of the most cosmopolitan of the Cambridge Colleges since more than two-thirds of its students come from outside the United Kingdom.
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Ranked #48 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Former Franciscan Church with decorati...“ 14/05/2013
- ”beautiful historic church“ 14/02/2012
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Built around 1320, this church was dedicated to St. Botolph, the patron saint of travelers in medieval times.
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Ranked #49 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”A reasonably pleasant canal to walk ne...“ 30/12/2012
- ”An interesting link with the past“ 05/11/2012
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #50 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Perfect when the weather allows“ 02/07/2012
- ”Excellent golf course, but the best, t...“ 30/01/2012
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #51 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Superb pre-Romanesque archway“ 07/04/2013
- ”Die älteste Kirche in Cambridge“ 22/04/2011
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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St Bene't's (St. Benedicts) Church predates the Norman conquest of England in 1066, and features the Anglo-Saxon tower (circa...
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St Bene't's (St. Benedicts) Church predates the Norman conquest of England in 1066, and features the Anglo-Saxon tower (circa 1025AD,) which is the oldest building in Cambridgeshire.
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Ranked #52 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”college of amber reeves“ 14/03/2013
- ”A neglected beauty“ 04/05/2011
Category: Educational Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Founded in 1871, this all-female college is sited in a maze-like complex of mid-Victorian buildings surrounded by picturesque...
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Founded in 1871, this all-female college is sited in a maze-like complex of mid-Victorian buildings surrounded by picturesque gardens.
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Ranked #53 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”A wonderful college with much history“ 18/04/2013
- ”great college“ 02/04/2013
Category: Educational Sites
Founded in 1326 as University Hall, this is the second oldest of the Cambridge colleges.
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Ranked #54 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Very different to the usual college“ 12/06/2012
- ”A great place to stay at in summer“ 22/07/2011
Category: Educational Sites
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Established in 1965 in honor of Lucy Cavendish, an avid campaigner for women's education during the early 20th century, this...
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Established in 1965 in honor of Lucy Cavendish, an avid campaigner for women's education during the early 20th century, this all-women college is the smallest with approximately 200 enrolled students.
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Ranked #55 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Magical bridge“ 07/03/2013
- ”Worth seeing on your tour of Cambridge“ 08/01/2012
Category: Bridges
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Ranked #56 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Good but small“ 19/04/2013
- ”GREAT SCOTT“ 12/04/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #57 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”ONE OF CAMBRIDGES MOST BEAUTIFUL COLLE...“ 14/03/2013
- ”Good conference venue, basic accommoda...“ 09/09/2012
Category: Educational Sites; Historic Sites
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Founded as an academy in 1730 by the Congregational Fund Board, Homerton now serves as an independent specialist college...
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Founded as an academy in 1730 by the Congregational Fund Board, Homerton now serves as an independent specialist college within the University of Cambridge.
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Ranked #58 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Cambridge College Garden“ 24/09/2012
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #59 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”Cambridge's decent bed and breakfast.“ 06/10/2012
- ”GARDENS“ 19/05/2012
Category: Educational Sites; Architectural Buildings
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The newest Cambridge College was founded in 1977 with its pleasing modern buildings built in red brick with balconies facing...
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The newest Cambridge College was founded in 1977 with its pleasing modern buildings built in red brick with balconies facing into a paved courtyard.
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Ranked #60 of 99 attractions in Cambridge
- ”unsafe“ 06/04/2013
- ”Relaxing, social, fun.“ 20/12/2012
Category: Parks
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This urban oasis of calm is considered one of Cambridges most popular parks with acres of grass, an avenue of Plane trees...
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This urban oasis of calm is considered one of Cambridges most popular parks with acres of grass, an avenue of Plane trees and an outdoor swimming pool in the summer.
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