On Wednesday, 15 April from 6pm Waterstones Cambridge will be hosting Elle McNicoll in celebration of Unapologetic Love Story – a smart, sassy and romantic novel with an important message at its heart. This debut adult romcom from the author of A Kind of Spark and Role Model focuses on a London It Girl with […]

Since 2009, East London musical pioneers Hackney Colliery Band have pushed the boundaries of brass band conventions, building a steadfast fan-base with their joyous live shows and slew of heralded releases. As anyone who has attempted any degree of social organisation will attest, it is no mean feat to gather nine people in one place, […]

Ivo Neame, piano | George Crowley, tenor sax | Tom Farmer, bass | James Maddren, drums A welcome return to Stapleford Granary from the Ivo Neame Quartet, featuring some of the finest UK-based jazz instrumentalists. Formed in 2017, the band has delighted audiences throughout the UK, Germany and the Netherlands, with their energetic improvised music. […]

The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge, conducted by Darrell Davison, performs wonderful works by four famous composers of the 20th-century English symphonic tradition. Bax's "Tintagel" (1919) and Delius's "Daybreak" (1887) are followed by Vaughan Williams's renowned "The Lark Ascending" (1914), featuring young rising star solo violinist Mikhail Andreev. The second half of the concert comprises Elgar's […]

A rare and entertaining evening with legendary satirical comedian and self-styled “stupid idiot”, Harry Enfield. From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of arsing about in comedy and bring some of his favourite characters vividly back to life on stage. […]

Murder comes to the countryside in the world premiere production of Midsomer Murders. When spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger’s Drift, her friend Lucy refuses to accept it was an accident. DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy are called in to investigate, uncovering hidden passions, long-buried secrets and […]

Next to Normal is an electrifying Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical that boldly explores themes of love, grief, mental illness and what it means to be ‘normal’. At its heart is Diana Goodman, a suburban wife and mother living with bipolar disorder and haunted by her past. As her symptoms worsen and successful treatment […]

From 10.30 am to 4.30 pm at Storeys Field Centre. A vibrant event bringing together local artists. Browse handmade artwork including jewellery, metal work, ceramics, prints & woodwork. This promises to be a fun and vibrant day, featuring 25 local artists and designers. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the makers and purchase work […]

The Carneys have farmed their land in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, for generations. In August 1981, Quinn Carney brings in the harvest and everyone looks forward to the traditional feast. But Quinn is a man with a past. Ten years previously, his younger brother Seamus “disappeared” from the family home, leaving behind a wife and […]

Guided walk from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm) to learn about spring wildflowers at Wandlebury Country Park. Led by a knowledgeable guide, who will help you to identify wildflowers using features such as colour, form and habitat. Please wear footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Meet at the large noticeboard near the car park. Free event, […]

We all know the story of Pompeii. Or do we? Join Waterstones Cambridge on Wednesday 29 April from 6pm for an immersive and ground-breaking exploration of the final day in the fated city of Pompeii through the lives of seven citizens from the most exciting new name in ancient history, Dr Jess Venner. Dr Jess […]

Come and discover the passionate world of tango music...with a London twist. The Romano Viazzani Ensemble brings together seven outstanding musicians from the worlds of classical, jazz and Latin-American music to play and create tango and tango-inspired music. Based on the line up of Astor Piazzolla's famous quintet they recreate music that ranges from Piazzolla's […]