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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

Accessible Cambridge

Accessible Cambridge

FIRST STOP, SHOPPING! From independent boutiques to big-name brands, you’ll find something for everyone here in Cambridge. Not only are you spoilt for choice with the Grafton, Lion Yard and Grand Arcade, but this city is also home to hundreds of high street stores. And for those with temporary or permanent mobility issues, Shop Mobility is a free-of-charge service that… View Article read more

Family friendly activities for £10 or less in Cambridge this summer

Family friendly activities for £10 or less in Cambridge this summer

The Cambridge Book Bench Trail Explore every nook and cranny of our wonderful city as you follow the trail to discover 12 completely unique book benches across Cambridge from the historic core to shopping centres and parks. This summer Cambridge BID in partnership with Wild in Art has installed 12 individually designed Book Benches across… View Article read more

Top five things to see and do in Cambridge on an autumnal city break

Top five things to see and do in Cambridge on an autumnal city break

Be enchanted by Cambridge’s history and heritage, cultural offerings, events, cosy restaurants and leafy walks, perfect for a long weekend or midweek break as the days get shorter. read more

Flying the Purple Flag this Winter

Flying the Purple Flag this Winter

The long wintry evenings Cambridge are extra special, so why not make a night of it in the City? read more

Dining out this Christmas in Cambridge

Dining out this Christmas in Cambridge

Cambridge is jam packed full of delicious eateries, so this Christmas, why not try and sample as many as possible?Here is just a very small selection of what’s on offer.. read more

Cambridge Markets

Cambridge Markets

Cambridge is very lucky to have a thriving, 7 day a week market, offering a range of produce to suit all tastes. read more

Dog Friendly Cambridge

Dog Friendly Cambridge

Park and Ride Accessing the city with your pooch has never been easier with the network of Park & Ride buses allowing you to travel with your dog for free (however, they will need to sit on the floor). Buses run from five sites across the city, and tickets cost as little as £3 return… View Article read more

Staycationing in Cambridge: A Bovine Guide to the City

Staycationing in Cambridge: A Bovine Guide to the City

This summer, the Cows about Cambridge sculpture trail is helping staycationers discover the joy and wonder of this world-renowned city. read more

Top five things to see and do in Cambridge this summer

Top five things to see and do in Cambridge this summer

This summer, the historic city of Cambridge invites holidaymakers to venture along its quaint streets to discover brand new boutique accommodations, exciting attractions and unrivalled al fresco dining throughout the charming city centreand its lush green spaces beyond. read more

Truly Gifted!

Truly Gifted!

Did you know that the Love Cambridge Gift Card can be spent at more than 200 businesses, from independent and High Street shops to restaurants and galleries? Invest in one today to support the city’s brilliant retailers this Christmas  read more

Love Cambridge Christmas Guide

Love Cambridge Christmas Guide

Our gift guides this year will hopefully give you some inspiration of what to buy that special person in your life read more

The Big Christmas Lights Switch On at Home with Star Radio

The Big Christmas Lights Switch On at Home with Star Radio

The annual Christmas Lights Switch On Event this year will be moving online in light of the ongoing risk of Covid 19 read more

Traveling into the heart of Cambridge on the Park & Ride Services

Traveling into the heart of Cambridge on the Park & Ride Services

Save on parking, skip traffic and help reduce emissions! read more

Why the Love Cambridge Gift Card is the Perfect Gift

Why the Love Cambridge Gift Card is the Perfect Gift

Give the Love Cambridge Gift Card & Support Local Businesses. Take the guesswork out of buying a gift. read more

Cambridge Christmas Lights Switch On Moves Online

Cambridge Christmas Lights Switch On Moves Online

Cambridge’s annual Christmas Lights Switch On Event this year will be moving online in light of the ongoing risk of Covid 19. read more

Support Local; Help Sustain Cambridge Independents!

Support Local; Help Sustain Cambridge Independents!

Shopping independent is a step towards preserving a wonderful city – the rich culture, variety, and heritage is what makes Cambridge the exciting destination it is. read more

‘You’ time is back – six ways to indulge yourself in Cambridge

‘You’ time is back – six ways to indulge yourself in Cambridge

As Cambridge gradually gets back to normal, why not visit the city and indulge in some retail, beauty, leisure and maybe sports therapy as the young ones catch up on learning? read more

Rediscover Cambridge this summer

Rediscover Cambridge this summer

Ian Sandison, CEO of Cambridge BID, takes a look at the measures that are in place to give you confidence to visit our beautiful city read more

Travel tips for visiting Cambridge

Travel tips for visiting Cambridge

The city has been making improvements since the lockdown was eased, giving pedestrians more space and making it easier and more relaxed to navigate the streets read more

Safely welcoming visitors come back to Cambridge city centre

Safely welcoming visitors come back to Cambridge city centre

We and our partners have put in place a range of safety measures to support social distancing as businesses in the city centre begin to reopen. read more

Welcome back to Cambridge: Top tips for enjoying one of the world’s best small cities

Welcome back to Cambridge: Top tips for enjoying one of the world’s best small cities

Cambridge has so much to offer everyone, so why not be a tourist in your own city – and support our local businesses? read more

Benefits of Supporting Local Businesses

Benefits of Supporting Local Businesses

Local businesses form a significant part of the UK economy. As of 2018, small businesses accounted for 99.3% of the UK’s private sector businesses, as well as making up 60% of all private sector employment. read more

What makes Cambridge Unique?

What makes Cambridge Unique?

Cambridge is home to one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, giving it a rich intellectual history, and a bunch of extremely pretty buildings… read more

Healthy New Year: Top 5 Fitness Locations in Cambridge

Healthy New Year: Top 5 Fitness Locations in Cambridge

To help you on your fitness path, here’s five gyms and specialist stores to explore, plus predictions for what’s going to be hot in 2020. read more

Support Local this Christmas: Promotional Film

Support Local this Christmas: Promotional Film

The two-minute film celebrates the magical atmosphere of the city in the run up to Christmas entitled ‘A Cambridge Christmas Carol’ read more

Quintessentially Cambridge: 5 Things to See and Do

Quintessentially Cambridge: 5 Things to See and Do

Punting is the ideal way to see the riverside colleges and Cambridge sights in both comfort and style. read more

Best Ways to Travel to Cambridge

Best Ways to Travel to Cambridge

Cambridge is connected to many locations via the A14, M11, A10 and the A428 from Cambourne. read more

5 of Cambridge’s Best Independent Dinner Spots

5 of Cambridge’s Best Independent Dinner Spots

This is a top spot when it comes to gourmet Indian cuisine. read more

5 Tips to Having a Greener Christmas

5 Tips to Having a Greener Christmas

Plastic packaging is a major concern in supermarkets, especially in the produce aisles. read more

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