About Cambridge
Founded in 1209, Cambridge’s world-famous University and its Colleges are at its core and, with over 800 years of history, you can tread in the steps of famed alumni – from Isaac Newton and Rosalind Franklin to Charles Darwin. Jocelyn Bell Burnell and Stephen Hawking; William Wordsworth, Sylvia Plath and Samuel Pepys. In more recent times, Stephen Fry, Emma Thompson, Zadie Smith and Prince Charles.
The city leads the way in innovation, research, science and technology; there’s a tangible passion for the sharing of knowledge between academia and business, it’s where great minds meet and where delegates can escape the norm for an experience like no other. Being a compact city, the medieval streets of the historic centre are easily discovered on foot, or in the traditional way - by bicycle!
There is also a vibrant arts and cultural scene, and an eclectic mix of museums, cinemas, art galleries, pubs and restaurants, all within a few minutes' walk from the Conference Venues.
Things to do in and around Cambridge
Walking Tours
The best way to see Cambridge is on foot. Better still, walk with someone who has local and historical knowledge of Cambridge, one of the most fascinating cities in the UK. Discover insider stories about the city that you likely wouldn't uncover alone.
On Sunday 1 September we are offering free walking tours to registered delegates. Links to book a slot will be sent out closer to the conference so be sure to arrange your travel to not miss this.
Registration takes place on Sunday afternoon so pick up your badge and get to know the City!
Cambridge City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Why not hop on a bus and see the sights of Cambridge. There are a couple of bus stops really close to the Corn Exchange.
Punting on the River Cam
We are working with Scudamore's, an established punting firm in Cambridge to offer discount vouchers to registered delegates. Vouchers will be valid from 1-6 September.
Vouchers will be emailed to delegates shortly before the conference. Delegate badges will be required. Tours and boat hire are subject to availability.
You can redeem the voucher at one of Scudamore's punting stations (for the full-price tickets only):
Mill Lane, CB2 1RS - 8 min walk
Bridge Street (Quayside), CB5 8AB - 11 min walk
Opening times: 9 am - 8 pm. The last tour departs at 7:00 pm. The last boat hire is available at 6:15 pm.
Further details can be found on their website here.
Visitor Attractions
Climb the tower at Great St Marys
Panoramic views of Cambridge await those who visit the tower at Great St Mary’s. See King’s College and the hustle and bustle of the marketplace from a new viewpoint. Advanced booking is advised in high season. Visit for more information.
Market Square
The city centrepiece of Cambridge is the Market Square, take a stroll outdoors and enjoy the sights and sounds of the market stalls 7 days of the week. Visit for more information.
Botanical Gardens
The Cambridge University Botanic Garden develops & displays over 8,000 different plant species in 40 acres of beautiful landscapes. Take time to explore & enjoy the winter garden, glasshouses & superb collection of mature trees. Visit http://www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/Botanic/Home.aspx for further information
Fitzwilliam Museum
The Museum houses vast collections of antiquities from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, as well as exhibits of English and European pottery and glass, furniture, clocks, Chinese jades, and ceramics from Japan and Korea. Visit for more information.
Grantchester Village
Located a short distance from the centre of Cambridge, this historic and picturesque village features a magnificent medieval church and quaint thatched cottages. Grantchester has long been a popular destination on sunny days. It was made famous by Rupert Brooke’s poem ‘The Old Vicarage, Grantchester’. From Cambridge, you can reach the former home of Brooke by walking along the riverside through Grantchester Meadows.
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