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  • Nature and Ecology Mural – Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge (phase 2)

    Mural Phase 2 – Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge
    Abbey-Chesterton Bridge Ditton Meadows, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
    Outdoors

    Nature lovers, protectors, sprites and spirits of the Cambridge commons! Tim, Hilary and teenagers from Red Balloon, Abbey and Romsey Mill youth clubs launch this second phase of painting the Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge of the Chisholm Trail. Maybe you’d like to sketch your ideas or help create stencils - drop by 23-24 May. Don't wait …

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  • Nature and Ecology Mural – Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge (phase 2)

    Mural Phase 2 – Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge
    Abbey-Chesterton Bridge Ditton Meadows, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
    Outdoors

    Nature lovers, protectors, sprites and spirits of the Cambridge commons! Tim, Hilary and teenagers from Red Balloon, Abbey and Romsey Mill youth clubs launch this second phase of painting the Abbey-Chesterton Cycle Bridge of the Chisholm Trail. Maybe you’d like to sketch your ideas or help create stencils - drop by 23-24 May. Don't wait …

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  • Rivers of Film Shorts pt 1 + Panel (Cambridge University Library)

    Cambridge University Library West Road, Cambridge
    Film

    As part of the exhibition, Living Water: Poetry, Art and the Fight for Clean Rivers, we are screening 10 short films commissioned for the Rivers of Film festival in 2025 across two events. Half of the 10 films will be shown at Part One at Cambridge University Library (28 May) and the other half at Part Two at Pembroke College (25 June). A ticket for both events is required if you …

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    £5

  • Walking with Veteran and Ancient Willows

    Coe Fen and Sheeps Green Crofter's Cafe, Lammas Land, Cambridge
    Outdoors

    Join Cambridge City Council’s Tree and Biodiversity Officers for a guided walk exploring the veteran and ancient willows of Coe Fen and Sheep’s Green. We will follow the willows as they weave across this special riverside landscape, looking at how these characterful trees shape the fen, frame the waterways, and provide valuable habitat for wildlife. …

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    Free

  • Seedlings Gardening Club

    East Barnwell Community Centre Newmarket Road, Cambridge
    Children

    Join us for some gardening fun for parents and toddlers! Expect planting, garden themed activities and mud kitchen. The sessions will be messy, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Seedlings Gardening Club runs on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at East Barnwell Community Centre.

  • Bat Walk around Coldham’s Brook

    Coldham’s Brook Opposite Just for Pets, 253 Barnwell Road,, Cambridge
    Outdoors

    Join us for a free guided bat walk around Coldham’s Brook and Coldham’s Common, led by Ben Greig a local Cambridge bat enthusiast! 🦇 This is a unique opportunity to hear and see some of the bats in your local environment. We will have special bat detectors to allow us to listen out for the …

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    Free

  • Litter Pick Around Abbey

    Dudley Road Recreation Area Dudley Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom
    Outdoors

    Join us for our community litter pick and help keep the local area clean 🦺 Meet us at 9:30am on Dudley Road Rec (what3words ///edgy.part.flap) and we will litter pick around the local area. Everyone is welcome at this litter pick! All equipment will be provided, and there will be ‘Nature and Litter Loot’ activity sheets …

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  • Rivers of Film Shorts pt 2 + Panel (Pembroke College)

    Pembroke College Trumpington Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom
    Film

    Please note the change of time to 5:45pm (from the previously advertised 6pm). Expect powerful films that present the birth of river goddesses, a deep dive into personal relationships with river systems, an exploration of healing grief with water, and more. Recommended for all lovers of water, rivers, river beings, and the health of the …

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    £5

  • Knitted Animal Trail

    Abbey Splash Pad Cambridge, United Kingdom
    Children

    Explore around Coldham’s Brook and see if you can find all the hidden knitted animals! Learn about the local chalk stream along the trail, and collect letters to make a secret word. This is a free event, and all ages are welcome. Exact location will be confirmed by Abbey People. Find out more at https://abbeypeople.org.uk/events/ …

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