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Reopening plans for Jesus Green outdoor pool in Cambridge announced

Reopening plans for Jesus Green outdoor pool in Cambridge announced

Work has begun on preparing the iconic lido for public swimming once more.

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Martin Walters inspects some of the amazing species.

Mark plans global ‘walk from home’ event with adventurer James Ketchell

Mark plans global ‘walk from home’ event with adventurer James Ketchell

Mark plans global ‘walk from home’ event with adventurer James Ketchell

They want people from every continent to join in.

My Mum: Upload your children’s drawings for free to our Mother’s Day supplement

My Mum: Upload your children’s drawings for free to our Mother’s Day supplement

My Mum: Upload your children’s drawings for free to our Mother’s Day supplement

The Cambridge Independent will publish children’s drawings of Mum from March 10.

Join the young people entering our Design the Future Workplace competition

Join the young people entering our Design the Future Workplace competition

Join the young people entering our Design the Future Workplace competition

Youngsters aged 7-18 can win great prizes by entering before February 24.

Cambridge artist Debbie Baxter explains her special relationship with trees

Cambridge artist Debbie Baxter explains her special relationship with trees

Cambridge artist Debbie Baxter explains her special relationship with trees

Debbie Baxter, a Cambridge artist who has previously been featured on the BBC's Countryfile, discusses the power of trees.

Netflix delves into Cambridge University archives about life after death

Netflix delves into Cambridge University archives about life after death

Netflix delves into Cambridge University archives about life after death

Netflix show Surviving Death looked at spirit photographs and records of Houdini's investigations into psychic mediums kept at Cambridge University.

FOOD AND DRINK

Deliveroo brings Shake Shack to Cambridge

Deliveroo brings Shake Shack to Cambridge

Deliveroo brings Shake Shack to Cambridge

Famous American burger brand Shake Shack has launched its first site in Cambridge through Deliveroo.

Enjoy a flam-kuche from Cambridge restaurant Amelie this Valentine's Day

Enjoy a flam-kuche from Cambridge restaurant Amelie this Valentine's Day

Enjoy a flam-kuche from Cambridge restaurant Amelie this Valentine's Day

Spice up your lockdown Valentine's Day with an Amelie flam-kuche flatpack, the fast food that may look like skinny pizza but tastes different.

Indian restaurant chain Dishoom launches Cambridge delivery service

Indian restaurant chain Dishoom launches Cambridge delivery service

Indian restaurant chain Dishoom launches Cambridge delivery service

Successful Indian restaurant group, Dishoom, has opened a new delivery service in Cambridge.

New Mill Road bar-based diner to lead on fish

New Mill Road bar-based diner to lead on fish

New Mill Road bar-based diner to lead on fish

Watch your food being cooked - and a retail section - as Jay Scrimshaw and Richard Stokes combine for new restaurant

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SHOPPING

Reassurances sought over future of John Lewis’ store in Grand Arcade, Cambridge

Reassurances sought over future of John Lewis’ store in Grand Arcade, Cambridge

Reassurances sought over future of John Lewis’ store in Grand Arcade, Cambridge

Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner has responded after reports suggested it may be at risk.

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Why Cambridge city centre needs a ‘radical rethink’ to help recovery

Why Cambridge city centre needs a ‘radical rethink’ to help recovery

Why Cambridge city centre needs a ‘radical rethink’ to help recovery

‘We have got damage to put right,’ said Cllr Lewis Herbert.

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Vacant shops and restaurants at The Grafton centre in Cambridge could become office space

Vacant shops and restaurants at The Grafton centre in Cambridge could become office space

Vacant shops and restaurants at The Grafton centre in Cambridge could become office space

Plans have been submitted for 15,000 sq ft of space.

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GARDENING

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Martin Walters inspects some of the amazing species.

Joy at flowering of Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s rare moonflower

Joy at flowering of Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s rare moonflower

Joy at flowering of Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s rare moonflower

“It's been worth the wait’ say followers as the CUBG’s moonflower - Selenicereus wittii - finally blooms.

Moonflower set to flower for first time in UK at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Moonflower set to flower for first time in UK at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Moonflower set to flower for first time in UK at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Watch the livestream here of the flowering of a rare Amazonian flowering cactus.

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Controversial chemical glyphosate still being sprayed by councils in Cambridgeshire

Controversial chemical glyphosate still being sprayed by councils in Cambridgeshire

Controversial chemical glyphosate still being sprayed by councils in Cambridgeshire

A special investigation into the use of a chemical linked with cancer and damaging biodiversity by some scientific studies.

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NATURE

Charles has fun with World Pangolin Day run across Cambridge

Charles has fun with World Pangolin Day run across Cambridge

Charles has fun with World Pangolin Day run across Cambridge

Eight-hour charity run will help save endangered species - and it’s not too late to donate

Jeffrey Archer rescues swan in Grantchester

Jeffrey Archer rescues swan in Grantchester

Jeffrey Archer rescues swan in Grantchester

The novelist came to the rescue of the swan last week after it had wandered into the middle of a busy road.

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

The majesty of trees at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Martin Walters inspects some of the amazing species.
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PHOTOGRAPHY

Stunning drone shots show workers with a head for heights at Ely Cathedral

Stunning drone shots show workers with a head for heights at Ely Cathedral

Stunning drone shots show workers with a head for heights at Ely Cathedral

Work is being carried out on the 43-metre Lantern Tower.

Gallery: The Cambridge homes lighting up lives with Christmas spirit

Gallery: The Cambridge homes lighting up lives with Christmas spirit

Gallery: The Cambridge homes lighting up lives with Christmas spirit

Images capturing some of the ways residents have been decorating their homes and gardens.

How and when to see the Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in December 2020 - the ‘Christmas Star’

How and when to see the Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in December 2020 - the ‘Christmas Star’

How and when to see the Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in December 2020 - the ‘Christmas Star’

Plus a livestream view - and tips on photography a spectacle that hasn’t been seen for 800 years.

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In pictures: Remembrance Sunday services in and around Cambridge adapted for lockdown

In pictures: Remembrance Sunday services in and around Cambridge adapted for lockdown

In pictures: Remembrance Sunday services in and around Cambridge adapted for lockdown

Region pays socially distant tribute to sacrifices of previous generations
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TRAVEL

Vintage Duxford-based Catalina flying boat gets a Pick Up from Loch Ness

Vintage Duxford-based Catalina flying boat gets a Pick Up from Loch Ness

Vintage Duxford-based Catalina flying boat gets a Pick Up from Loch Ness

A rescue operation returned a Second World War aircraft stranded in Scotland after engine failure to its Duxford base.

Your guide to visiting New York: New ways to explore the Big Apple

Your guide to visiting New York: New ways to explore the Big Apple

Your guide to visiting New York: New ways to explore the Big Apple

Sponsored feature | Eric's New York App

Graduate Hotels to open hotel in Cambridge

Graduate Hotels to open hotel in Cambridge

Graduate Hotels to open hotel in Cambridge

Doubletree by Hilton Cambridge City Centre is to become Graduate Cambridge after being bought by Graduate Hotels.

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