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In pictures: Spitting Image exhibition opens at Cambridge University Library

In pictures: Spitting Image exhibition opens at Cambridge University Library

In pictures: Spitting Image exhibition opens at Cambridge University Library

The Spitting Image archive has been donated to Cambridge University Library under HM Government’s Cultural Gifts Scheme.


In pictures: IWM Duxford’s Battle of Britain air show takes off

In pictures: IWM Duxford’s Battle of Britain air show takes off

In pictures: IWM Duxford’s Battle of Britain air show takes off

The event attracted more than 33,000 visitors and featured displays from more than 60 vintage and contemporary aircraft.


In pictures: Thousands enjoy Haddenham Steam Rally and Heavy Horse Show

In pictures: Thousands enjoy Haddenham Steam Rally and Heavy Horse Show

In pictures: Thousands enjoy Haddenham Steam Rally and Heavy Horse Show

Among the new attractions was a special display from Marshall, Sons & Co tractors, while popular YouTube figure Trucker Tim was also present.


In pictures: Duxford Soapbox Derby celebrates 10th anniversary

In pictures: Duxford Soapbox Derby celebrates 10th anniversary

In pictures: Duxford Soapbox Derby celebrates 10th anniversary

The popular event was started in memory of Duxford resident Phill Hill and raises money for Cancer Research UK.


Bond’s ‘Little Nellie’ autogyro flies into Wallis & Sons’ showroom in Cambridgeshire

Bond’s ‘Little Nellie’ autogyro flies into Wallis & Sons’ showroom in Cambridgeshire

Bond’s ‘Little Nellie’ autogyro flies into Wallis & Sons’ showroom in Cambridgeshire

Piloted by the late Ken Wallis, she memorably “defended her honour with great success” in classic spy thriller You Only Live Twice in 1967.

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Celebrating 100 years of Jesus Green Lido in Cambridge

Celebrating 100 years of Jesus Green Lido in Cambridge

Celebrating 100 years of Jesus Green Lido in Cambridge

A look at the pool’s history – and why it’s more popular than ever.


Author Susan Grossey’s new crime novel depicts 1820s Cambridge

Author Susan Grossey’s new crime novel depicts 1820s Cambridge

Author Susan Grossey’s new crime novel depicts 1820s Cambridge

Ostler, the first in a five-book series, introduces the series’ main protagonist, ex-soldier Gregory Hardiman.


Mike Oldfield collaborator Robin Smith reimagines Tubular Bells

Mike Oldfield collaborator Robin Smith reimagines Tubular Bells

Mike Oldfield collaborator Robin Smith reimagines Tubular Bells

The Tubular Bells the 50th Anniversary Celebration tour will see the original album performed in full, along with further Oldfield compositions.


In pictures: The Americans fly back in to Imperial War Museum Duxford for air show

In pictures: The Americans fly back in to Imperial War Museum Duxford for air show

In pictures: The Americans fly back in to Imperial War Museum Duxford for air show

The event was one of the special themed flying days of IWM Duxford’s annual flying season.

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Review: Rain fails to dampen spirits on day four of the Cambridge Folk Festival

Review: Rain fails to dampen spirits on day four of the Cambridge Folk Festival

Review: Rain fails to dampen spirits on day four of the Cambridge Folk Festival

Catrin Finch and Cimarrón and William Prince were among the highlights on the last day of the 2023 event.


Our guide, including times, to the 2023 Cambridge Folk Festival

Our guide, including times, to the 2023 Cambridge Folk Festival

Our guide, including times, to the 2023 Cambridge Folk Festival

The event – one of the biggest dates in the Cambridge music calendar – starts tomorrow (Thursday, July 27) and runs until Sunday (July 30).


Musician Doug Levitt: Finding inspiration from travelling on the Greyhound bus

Musician Doug Levitt: Finding inspiration from travelling on the Greyhound bus

Musician Doug Levitt: Finding inspiration from travelling on the Greyhound bus

The Nashville-based singer-songwriter is due to perform at this year’s Cambridge Folk Festival.


In pictures: Ely’s Aquafest attracts an ‘amazing crowd’

In pictures: Ely’s Aquafest attracts an ‘amazing crowd’

In pictures: Ely’s Aquafest attracts an ‘amazing crowd’

The 43rd edition of the fun-filled day included a fun fair, beer tent, burger bar, stalls, live music and a raft race on the River Great Ouse.


In pictures: the first Duxford Air Show of 2023

In pictures: the first Duxford Air Show of 2023

In pictures: the first Duxford Air Show of 2023

The event marked IWM Duxford’s 50th anniversary flying season and 120 years since the invention of the aeroplane by the Wright brothers.


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