Get set for Independents’ Week
Cambridge Edition is once again partnering with Cambridge BID for our city’s annual celebration of independent businesses. Kicking off on 4 July, Independents’ Week is part of a national scheme designed to encourage people to shop local and highlight the important role that our well-loved ‘indies’ play in the community. There’s a host of great events, special offffers, prizes to be won and more in store – stay tuned to the next issue of Edition for full details.
Singing on the River
In what’s sure to be a sublime and memorable event, The King’s Men choir will be singing from the river on 21 June to mark the 500th anniversary of King’s College Chapel. Find a good picnic spot along The Backs then be serenaded as the sun goes down while these acclaimed choral singers harmonise from punts on the river Cam. Mozart, Vaughan Williams and Byrd are on the bill. Tickets are £12 (£5 students, under 12s go free) or £10 concessions. Available online or from the King’s College Visitors’ Centre on King’s Parade. Starts 7pm.
Town & Country Fair
For a slice of country life right in the heart of the city, pull on your wellies and tweeds and make for Parker’s Piece on 13 and 14 June for the Cambridge Town & Country Show. Organised by Oakleigh Fairs, this huge, day-long family fete will include terrier racing, birds of prey flight displays, a goat show, medieval fighting knights and lots more. Expect plenty of stalls too, selling everything from foodstuffs to crafts. Takes place 10am to 6pm both days.
Midsummer Fair
The 805th Midsummer Fair rolls into town at the end of the month: one of the oldest travelling fairs in the country. Whether white-knuckle rides or ‘hook a duck’ is more your thing, you’re sure to find something to get out of bed for. The fair’s on Midsummer Common from 24 until 29 June and entry is free. See the website for opening times.
www.cambridge.gov.uk/midsummer-fair-2015
Festival fever
Missed out on Glastonbury tickets? Fancy partying closer to home? This issue, we’ve put together a comprehensive round-up of the best summer music festivals within a couple of hours distance of Cambridge. Whatever kind of music you’re into, and whoever you’re bringing (lots of these are family friendly, too), we’re positive you’ll find something that floats your boat. Read our festival guide here and see which one you fancy!
