Celebrating National Poetry Day with poet, literary critic, performing artist, and film-maker Pelé Cox; New York Times bestselling horror author Rachel Harrison coming all the way from the USA to discuss her new book Kiss Slay Replay; bestselling crime author Ian Rankin signing his new standalone novel The Heights; Scottish short story author and Cambridge […]

A folk concert with Charlotte Carrivick, guitar | Kieran Towers, fiddle | Evan Davies, mandolin | Eleanor Wilkie, double bass One of the UK’s most respected flat-picking guitarists, Charlotte Carrivick has a passion for modern Bluegrass. The band perform original songs based on old stories and fiddle tunes from the South West of England, ranging […]

A day of archaeological dowsing at Wandlebury Iron Age Hill fort with Ann & Steve Dawson of Dowsing Anglia. 10am – 4pm. Working on and around the foundations of the former manor house you can try and dowse what each room was used for and search for service pipes and find the site of the […]

Ian Rawlinson has a new solo exhibition in Cambridge. Abrasions is his 10th solo exhibition at the Edge Café, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. He is showing work from two recent series which explore connections between different areas of his East Anglian past. Open Mon - Fri 08.00 - 16.00/ Sat 09.00 -16.00 […]

The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge, conducted by Darrell Davison, performs a exciting programme of early 20th-century English works. Edward Elgar's Cockaigne Overture (1901) is followed by John Ireland's Piano Concerto (1930), featuring star soloist Christos Fountos. The second half of the concert comprises William Walton's monumental Symphony No. 1 (1935). The local charity which will […]

Richie Ros is a singer-songwriter from Ireland's rugged west coast whose soulful voice and heartfelt storytelling have captivated audiences across Europe. Drawing inspiration from artists such as James Taylor, Van Morrison and Don McLean, while embracing the rich traditions of Irish folk music, Richie brings a unique blend of original songs, stories and audience favourites […]

In this centenary year of American choreographer Glen Tetley, London City Ballet pay homage by reviving the gothic retelling of Firebird. Originally made for the Royal Danish Ballet, this fresh take illustrates a young woman breaking free from the constraints of a controlling family - a pioneer flying the nest, embracing her differences and liberating […]

Join the Cambridge Footlights for the home run of their 2026 Tour Show: Prize Cow (For My Best Son). Boasting far fewer actual cows but far more student comedians than the average county fair, this hour of zany sketches guarantees a night of hilarity in signature Footlights style. Watch these five prize cows of the […]

Gentle guided walk 10.30am – 12 noon to meet the Belted Galloway cows and learn how they improve meadows for nature. Please wear footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Meet at the large noticeboard in the car park. Free event, suggested donation £3. Please pay for your car parking on arrival. For info go to […]

The Cambridge Poetry Festival will return on the 10th and 11th October 2026, with a weekend of events celebrating Cambridge’s vibrant poetry scene. Events include a discussion panel hosted by the British Centre for Literary Translation, a Chinese-language poetry workshop held by celebrated Chinese poet Ma Yongbo and an evening of protest poetry readings featuring […]

In aid of Arthur Rank Hospice Charity - A one day pop-up choir workshop for anyone whose life partner has died.“Gently uplifting for us all with weary bruised hearts” — Attendee 2025 From 9am - 6pm at St Paul’s Church, Hills Road, Cambridge. This day is open to widowed men and women wherever they live, […]

Performances at 10:30am & 1:30pm (Concert Hall) The Goldfield Ensemble - Nicola Goldscheider & Emma Crossley, violins | Bridget Carey, viola | Toby Turton, cello | Kate Romano, clarinet & narrator A dazzling alchemy of chamber music, stories and pictures, set in a life-size Victorian paper theatre. Three of Hans Christian Andersen’s best-loved tales are […]