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Let’s explore some new businesses in Cambridge!

Let’s explore some new businesses in Cambridge!

First stop: I headed over to Bloom Mill Flowers on Trumpington Street, a delightful little shop just opposite the Fitzwilliam Museum. This beautiful boutique is brimming with stunning bouquets, lush plants, and thoughtful gifts. Venture towards the back and you’ll find an elegant selection of hand creams, fragrances, and home décor items. Whether you’re treating… View Article read more

Call for Cambridge Artists: Help Shape a New King Street Mural

Call for Cambridge Artists: Help Shape a New King Street Mural

Cambridge BID is commissioning a new mural for King Street – a street known for its mix of independents, eateries and hidden gems. Led by street art collective Graffwerk and with the permission of Sidney Sussex College to use their wall, this piece will form part of the Cambridge Arts Festival 2026, bringing a touch of colour and storytelling… View Article read more

Brand-new Sky Garden has arrived on Green Street for the summer

Brand-new Sky Garden has arrived on Green Street for the summer

Cambridge BID are proud to present the brand-new vibrant Sky Garden installation on Green Street for this summer! Made up of 100s of hanging flowers, the Sky Garden adds a pop of fun and colour to one of our beloved shopping streets in Cambridge city centre. Becky Burrell (Director of Operations & Development at Cambridge… View Article read more

Grab your popcorn – Cambridge BID’s beloved alfresco cinema is back this summer!

Grab your popcorn – Cambridge BID’s beloved alfresco cinema is back this summer!

Now in its fourth year, this popular series transforms the usually quiet evening square into a lively hub of family-friendly entertainment under the stars. Enjoy a fantastic lineup of free film screenings throughout June, July, August & September, with films starting every evening starting at 6pm. Whether you’re bringing the kids, a date, or just… View Article read more

Cambridge – Flying the Purple Flag

Cambridge – Flying the Purple Flag

The Purple Flag working group work on a number of initiatives across the nighttime economy, including the following which are designed to keep us all safe on a night out: Taxi Marshals – Providing professionally trained licensed Taxi Marshals on key dates throughout the year helps to ensure people get home swiftly and safely after… View Article read more

Be Our Guest

Be Our Guest

University Arms University Arms is a landmark hotel located in the historic heart of Cambridge, overlooking Parker’s Piece. Since opening in 1834, the University Arms hotel has played an important role in the history of the city. In 1848, in the shadows of the hotel the defining rules of football were invented by locals playing… View Article read more

Bon Appetit

Bon Appetit

Street Vendors Whether you arrive by bus, train, car, or bicycle there’s a strong chance you will see a street food vendor within the first few minutes of your arrival.  There is so much choice from this fun, affordable food option.  There are Tacos, falafel, burgers, hotdogs, crepes, ice cream, traditional Indian food and much… View Article read more

Bags of Style…

Bags of Style…

Cambridge is spoilt for choice when it comes to unique gifts which can be found in one of the many independent boutiques that you will find spread throughout the city.  Head to the historic centre to find those special gifts for your loved ones.  Stroll down Rose Crescent and Trinity Street, Magdalene Street, Bridge Street… View Article read more

48 Hours in Cambridge

48 Hours in Cambridge

Friday Afternoon Upon arrival, why not stop at one of the local cafes and treat yourself to a cuppa (or something stronger!) while you wait for your hotel to be ready.  If you arrive by train, you can jump in a cab or hop on a bus if you don’t fancy the 10-minute stroll into… View Article read more

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