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Since starting out in early 2011, Cambridge Edition has established itself as the leading magazine in the region, providing a lively, informative guide to what’s on in the area. As well as being the longest running local magazine, we also have the highest circulation, delivering 35,000 glossy, A4 printed magazines around the city every month. Key distribution points include Cambridge train station, Lion Yard, Grand Arcade, Corn Exchange, Cambridge Central Library, and Park & Ride sites in Trumpington, Babraham, Madingley Road, Milton and Newmarket. The magazine is also available at hotels including The Gonville, Fellows House and Premier Inn, plus many other points across the city centre such as boutiques, coffee shops, bars and restaurants.
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Cambridge Edition January 2025
Chase away the January blues this month with our tour of the top 10 architectural gems, from listed bridges, colleges and churches to the modern-day masterpieces that reflect the city’s state-of-the-art science and tech. Don’t miss your chance to vote in our inaugural Cambridge Edition People’s Choice Awards 2025, in association with The Grand Arcade. We’ve got 16 hotly-contested categories, plus community hero and customer service awards. Our Agenda pages are packed with the gigs, books and new films not to miss, plus interviews with the founder of Wet Wet Wet, True Crime expert Cheish Merryweather; and the Jesus Green Lido swimmers who have just published a book on our iconic outdoor pool. All this, plus the latest foodie news and health-food hotspots for a virtuous start to 2025.
Cambridge Edition December 2024
Our December issue offers a feast of festive inspiration, packed with ideas for how to make the most of the holiday season. Our cover story focuses on how we can all do our bit for local charities, while in our culture pages we’ve got an exclusive interview with Anton du Beke, as well as films, books and gigs not to miss. Best of all, we’ve got a whopping £2,500 prizes to win in our Big Christmas Giveaway – see our competition page to enter.
Cambridge Edition November 2024
As the clocks go back and the winter lights are switched on, Cambridge comes to life this month. This issue we provide a round-up of fireworks, Christmas lights and exciting light trails, plus the chance to win tickets to Thursford Christmas Spectacular worth £200. We chat with choirmaster Gareth Malone and preview a trio of exciting city festivals. Our Christmas countdown begins too, with a local guide to festive shopping.
Cambridge Edition October 2024
As summer comes to an end, there’s lots to look forward to in Cambridge. The culture scene is in full swing with events including Cambridge Film Festival and Cambridge Literary Festival, plus there’s a wave of new foodie openings to discover. Our latest issue covers all the details, plus interviews with top authors, comedians, and musicians making their way to Cambridge this season.
Cambridge Edition September 2024
Step into the new season with a bounty of delights to discover on your doorstep. This issue, we take a trip to Mill Road to reveal its must-visit restaurants and shops, highlight some sensational staycation spots, serve up some tasty recipes and bring you all the latest from the local culture scene.
Cambridge Edition August 2024
Relish the season of sun with our guide to Cambridge’s top events and attractions.
Cambridge Edition July 2024
Soak up the sunshine with stunning staycations, our pick of the best picnic spots, and the 50th anniversary of Cambridge Open Studios. Find your free copy around the city today or read here now for free!
Cambridge Edition June 2024
Dive into summer with our seasonal dining guide, advice on the latest garden trends, and all the hottest cultural happenings across the city and beyond. Find your free copy today or read online here.
Cambridge Edition May 2024
Make the most of May with our summer festival guide, springtime recipes to try at home, the latest cultural happenings around Cambridgeshire and a whole lot more. Find your free copy today or read online here.
Cambridge Edition April 2024
Now that spring is in full swing, our latest issue gives you a head start on all that’s fresh this month. Inside you will find fun family days out, the best brunch spots in the city, and a spotlight on Saffron Walden. Pick up a copy around Cambridge or have a read online here.
Cambridge Edition March 2024
Set your March in motion with our guide to Cambridge’s best culture, dining & events
Cambridge Edition February 2024
Get ready to flirt with February with the best Valentine’s packages, latest exhibitions and delicious foodie news.
Cambridge Edition January 2024
Kickstart your New Year with our first issue of 2024! We take a deep dive into healthy habits, inspirational stories from homegrown heroes, and the dates from the year ahead that you won’t want to miss.
Cambridge Edition December 2023
Dive into December’s delights with our Christmas giveaway, indie gift guide, plus much more!
Cambridge Edition November 2023
November is upon us, bringing crackling bonfires, hearty food and the beginnings of the Christmas build-up. The fireworks are back with a bang at Midsummer Common on the 4th – and if you’re joining the throngs for the festivities, you can read all about it (and other Guy Fawkes fun) on page 25. Another autumn tradition beloved by our city is the Steele-Bodger match: a rugby showdown that’s been taking place annually for 75 years. Learn more about its history and what to expect this time on page 81. Need to start blitzing your Christmas list? Don’t miss our guide to the best festive markets around Cambridgeshire on page 50, including a gift fair at Ely Cathedral, artisan food and drink aplenty at Burwash Manor, and local crafts galore at the Cambridge Made Fair. On the culture scene, there’s news of this month’s literary festival, upcoming Christmas shows and a recent student-made film about life in the city. We also hear from some of Cambridge’s best-loved artists to learn what inspires them about living here – and what makes the city such a hotbed of creativity – on page 18. Elsewhere, find news of pop-ups, festive menus and more in this month’s Savour & Sip, the most dazzling winter illuminations, tips for creating a cosy sanctuary, a chance to win a North Norfolk minibreak and lots more. Enjoy the issue – and see you next month!
Cambridge Edition October 2023
With the city abuzz with new openings, festivals, exhibitions and events, October is promising to be a busy month here in
Cambridge. In Culture Club, we celebrate two decades of Cambridge Literary Festival – an event which we’ve been covering since Edition’s earliest days over 12 years ago. Back then, it was a boutique gathering known as Wordfest, but today it’s grown into a twice-annual literary celebration of international acclaim. We sit down with founder Cathy
Moore on page 18, as she looks back proudly on two decades. We’ve got the lowdown on Cambridge Film Festival, too, plus local author Menna van Praag shares how the city inspired her magical new novel Child of Earth and Sky. We also head backstage on page 16 with Rupert Everett, Hollywood leading man and star of A Voyage Round My Father, which stops by Cambridge Arts Theatre this month. On the food front, there are exciting new eateries to explore, as well as a chat with culinary rising talent Marcus Clayton, who tells us about his remarkable road to an international chef contest this month.
If you fancy winning a feast for you and your friends, check out our competition on page 39, where we’ve teamed up with newcomer Kibou to give away a meal for six. We’ve also got a £250 voucher for top home store Glasswells up for grabs (page 69), a round-up of the best books to curl up with this autumn (page 20), plus a guide to festive feasts and seasonal treats in our winter dining special (page 45). Enjoy the issue and see you next month!
Cambridge Edition September 2023
Harvest Cambridge’s Autumn treasures with our guide to September’s best culture, dining & events
Cambridge Edition August 2023
Indulge in August’s coolest treats as we unveil the hottest happenings in Cambridge this month!
Cambridge Edition July 2023
From open-air theatre to festivals & summer dining spots: soak up the season with Cambridge Edition’s guide to July
Cambridge Edition June 2023
With summer in full swing, the city is abuzz with energy this month. Get the lowdown on music festivals, Cambridge Pride, Jesus Green Lido centenary celebrations and more inside the June issue of Cambridge Edition.
Cambridge Edition May 2023
From festivals to outdoor cinema: get planning for a sensational summer in the city with the help of our May issue!
Cambridge Edition April 2023
Happy 12th birthday to us! Inside this issue, you’ll find inspiration for April and beyond, from a round-up of incredible glamping and outdoorsy getaways to news on this year’s Sound + Vision, an upcoming theatre festival, ideas for Easter days out, the best new books and a bumper guide to the summer’s fantastic music festivals.
Cambridge Edition March 2023
Savour the start of spring in Cambridge with our guide to the city’s top new openings and upcoming events, including Restaurant Week and Watersprite Film Festival
Cambridge Edition February 2023
In Valentine’s month, we’ll help readers fall even more in love with their city in an issue brimming with thrilling culture, foodie inspiration, fascinating interviews and of course – the best dates and gifts to spoil your partner with on February 14th!
Cambridge Edition January 2023
Our first Edition of 2023 is out now and packed with ideas for enjoying Cambridge this new year. As well as all the headlines from the cultural side of the city, we meet the rising stars of the food scene, interview celebrities Harry Hill and Lucy Porter, discover fun fitness communities and lots more. Pick up a copy today or read it online here.
Cambridge Edition December 2022
Glittering pantos, sparkling light displays, fabulous festive food and great gifting inspiration from the city’s independent shops – plus our biggest EVER giveaway! Get ready for Christmas in Cambridge with our December issue! Pick up a copy around Cambridge, or read it online here.
Cambridge Edition November 2022
Christmas is undeniably on its way, and with our new issue you’ll have no trouble getting into the festive spirit. Your guide to everything from seasonal dining to Christmas markets – pick up your copy around Cambridge or have a read online here.
Cambridge Edition October 2022
Get the lowdown on autumn’s bountiful crop of cultural events, from great gigs to thrilling theatre and amazing art exhibitions. We’ve also got the latest from the local food scene, news & views from the Cambridge property market, interviews galore and much more inside!
Cambridge Edition September 2022
Reap the rewards of the new season with a bumper crop of cultural highlights, tasty treats, back-to-school tips and more!
Cambridge Edition August 2022
Sail through the rest of summer with the help of Cambridge Edition’s latest issue – featuring our guide to eating alfresco, first-rate family days out and your comprehensive bucket list of things to do around the city. Pick up your copy around Cambridge or have a flick through online here.
Cambridge Edition July 2022
Dive into summer in the city with our guide to the best events, culture and foodie finds this July.
Cambridge Edition June 2022
Ready to savour the start of summer? Cambridge is going all out this June with Jubilee parties, festivals, open gardens and all sorts of cultural goings-on. Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online today!
Cambridge Edition May 2022
Things are heating up, and, as summer gets underway, in our new issue we delve into the heart of Cambridge – its market. Pick up a copy around Cambridge or flick through online here.
Cambridge Edition April 2022
It’s a time of new beginnings and, now that Spring is in full swing, our latest issue gives you a head start on all that’s fresh this month! Pick up a copy around Cambridge or have a read online here.
Cambridge Edition March 2022
The buds are blooming, the days are getting longer, and our new issue is full of the joys of spring! Pick up a copy around Cambridge or have a read online here.
Cambridge Edition February 2022
February might be a short month, but it’s promising to be a great one here in Cambridge, with world class art exhibitions, top theatre, A-list comedy and delicious dining to discover. Get the lowdown in our latest issue, out now!
Cambridge Edition January 2022
Step into 2022 in style with the latest issue of Cambridge Edition! From exciting eateries to captivating culture and great giveaways, we’re starting the new year with a bang. Pick up a copy around Cambridge from tomorrow, or read online here.
Cambridge Edition December 2021
Get set for Christmas in Cambridge, with our essential guide to the best festive fun, food and frolics this December. Read the issue online here!
Cambridge Edition November 2021
Discover November’s cultural gems, fabulous foodie highlights, the festive fun heading to Cambridge and plenty more in our new issue – out now.
Cambridge Edition October 2021
From thrilling theatre to fabulous food, there’s much to look forward to this autumn in Cambridge, and our October issue has all the ideas and inspiration you need to make the most of the month ahead. Pick up a copy from one of our distribution points around the city, or read it online here.
Cambridge Edition September 2021
From cultural highlights to culinary inspiration, our September issue is packed with ideas for making the most of your month. Pick up a copy from one of our distribution points around the city, or read it online here.
Cambridge Edition August 2021
With summer in full swing, our new issue has all the need-to-know inspo and info to help you make the most of life in Cambridge this August. Pick up a copy from one of our distribution points around the city, or read it online here.
Cambridge Edition July 2021
Our July issue has landed – and it’s a bit of a special one for us, as it marks a decade of Cambridge Edition! We’re seeing in our tenth birthday in style with a celebratory issue that unveils a new-look design for the magazine and features an incredible giveaway, plus, as always, we’ve also got the latest from the food scene, this month’s unmissable cultural goings-on and a couple of new regular features to seek out, too. Have a read here!
Cambridge Edition June 2021
The month we’ve all been waiting for is finally here and Cambridge’s doors are officially open! Whether you want to soak up some sorely-missed culture with an exhibition of theatre show, visit a new restaurant or get planning your summer calendar, our June issue has all the need-to-know info on what the cream of what’s coming up in Cambridge. Pick up a copy around the city, or read online here!
Cambridge Edition May 2021
At long last, lockdown is easing up, Cambridge is springing back to life – and we couldn’t be happier! From awesome outdoor gigs to new eateries, there’s plenty to discover in our new issue, which is out tomorrow. Enjoy a sneaky peek here.
Cambridge Edition February 2021
With lockdown life continuing and the city’s eateries, venues and attractions closed until further notice, our February issue offers some ways to enjoy Cambridge from the comfort of your own home. From amazing dinner kits from local restaurants to virtual culture via some Cambridge-made podcasts, we’ve got inspiration aplenty, plus great buys from local indies, gardening tips and more. Have a read here!
Cambridge Edition January 2021
From self-care saviours to captivating courses and classes for adult learning, our January issue is packed with ideas and inspiration to help you step into 2021 with your best foot forward. We’ve also got news on the best events heading our way in the new year, plus details on the latest launches on the city’s food scene
Cambridge Edition September 2020
From the best events to the hottest new openings, our September issue is packed with inspiration for how to spend the month ahead.
Cambridge Edition February 2020
Our February issue is out now! Up this month…
New-season theatre highlights, Twilight at the Museums, Edition Book Club, a competition to win an afternoon tea spa day, interiors inspo and a special Eating Out in Cambridgeshire guide.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition January 2020
New year, new issue! Up this month…
Foodie ones to watch in 2020, interiors inspo from Cambridge brands, the city’s top wellness spots, unmissable gigs and theatre highlights, and lots more!
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition December 2019
Our December issue is out now and packed with festive fun! Up this month…
Top Christmas shows, gift ideas from local independent shops and the best New Year’s Eve parties in town. Plus, our big Christmas giveaway is back, with more than £1,200 worth of prizes for one lucky winner!
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition November 2019
Our November issue is out now! Up this month…
The Edition winter dining guide, the inside scoop from Jack’s Gelato, highlights from the winter Cambridge Literary Festival, top Christmas fairs, Cambridge Jazz Festival, cosy interiors inspo and lots more.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition October 2019
Happy October! Our new issue is out now. Up this month…
Cambridge Festival of Ideas, Sunday Papers Live, Cambridge Film Festival, Edition Book Club, Halloween hits & haunts, autumn recipes, theatre highlights and loads more!
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Cambridge Edition September 2019
Our September issue is out now! Up this month…
Dragon Boat Festival, theatre picks, Open Cambridge, the chance to win a luxury minibreak, new foodie openings, tasty recipes, education special and lots more.
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Cambridge Edition August 2019
August issue incoming! Up this month…
Great giveaways, tasty new openings & pop-ups, theatre highlights, top gigs & festivals, a weddings special, gardening tips from Anna’s Flower Farm and Edition Book Club.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition July 2019
Is July the best month of the year in Cambridge? We think so! Find out why in our new issue. Up this month…
The Big Weekend, Cambridge Open Studios, outdoor concerts & theatre, Cambridge Folk Festival, summer days out, food & drink, gigs and Independents’ Week.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition June 2019
The June issue has landed! Up this month…
Big Weekend 2019, The Tasty 100, Strawberry Fair, Wild Wood Disco, Cambridge Pride, The Cambridge Club Festival, theatre picks, top gigs, Edition Book Club and lots more!
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Cambridge Edition May 2019
Our 100th issue is out today! Up this month…
Top music festivals, theatre highlights, food news, Newmarket Racecourse line-up, Dragon Boat Festival, Cambridge Fringe Fest, Edition Book Club, a look around David Parr House and lots more!
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Cambridge Edition April 2019
April issue out now! Up this month…
The lowdown on the return of Eat Cambridge, tech meets art at Collusion 2019, Cambridge Literary Festival highlights, ideas for Easter fun, Cambridgeshire’s top private dining experiences, a peek inside the new Hot Numbers roastery, plus great theatre and gigs, and lots more.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition March 2019
Our March issue is out now! Up this month…
Cambridge Science Festival, Sunday Papers Live, Cambridge Home + Garden Show, the city’s best boozy brunches, 30 years of Wysing Arts Centre, a £600 minibreak giveaway, plus top gigs, theatre highlights, food news and recipes.
Pick up a copy around Cambridge or read online!
Cambridge Edition February 2019
Our new issue is out now!
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Cambridge Edition January 2019
New year, new issue!
Have a read of our January magazine and get inspired for the month ahead.
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