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Cambridge is inspirational - its colleges are breathtaking and its ancient wooden doors reveal court yards and gardens, hidden away like treasures. You could spend the day admiring the architecture and soaking up culture, in the bustling market square or punt lazily down the River Cam - an Outgoing day trip is designed to give student groups the freedom and flexibility to do all of this and more - it is truly idyllic!
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Organising a trip with Outgoing to Cambridge for your student group could not be simpler! We provide everything you need, from amazing promotional material, a tailored group webpage to a super easy online booking system.
Situated in the East of England, Cambridge sits on the River Cam and has plenty to offer all year round. Its breathtaking buildings, the bustling market, the thriving shops, bookshops, pubs, cafes and restaurants form a strong supporting cast to the Oldest University in England. Your group is guaranteed an absolutely amazing time... so get in touch and set your group up today.
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Must SeeDing Dong!Visit St Mary's Church: its clock chimes a tune specially written for it and later copied for Big Ben |
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Must DoImperial War Museum - DuxfordSee the largest collection of historic aircraft in Europe, ranging from WWI vintage biplanes to Spitfires, Concorde's and Gulf War jets. |
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- Design & Architecture
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- Nightlife
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- Shopping
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- Food & Drink
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Culture and heritageCambridge and the surrounding area hold an unrivalled reputation for being a centre of excellence both in learning and ambience. Its famous Colleges are home to over 17,000 students. Cambridge's heritage also includes an outstanding record of scientific and artistic achievements - Newton, Darwin, Wordsworth, Milton, Ian McKellan, John Cleese, Emma Thompson and Zadie Smith were all educated here. Cambridge is also rich in museums, ancient churches and historical tradition. |
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Great St Mary'sSt Mary's Church is the official University Church, and its clock chimes a tune specially written for it in 1793 and later copied for Big Ben. We recommend you climb the tower for sweeping views of the town and surrounding countryside; medieval fenland in miniature! |
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Cambridge University Botanical GardenThis paradise of plants comprises diverse, superbly landscaped settings including: the Rock Garden, the Lake and Water Garden, tropical rainforest and seasonal displays in the Glasshouses. The Garden also boasts many important plant collections including lavenders, hardy geraniums, British native plants displayed on the Ecological Mound, and the finest collection of trees in the East of England; vegging out has never been so interesting! |
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Kings CollegeThe Chapel is simply the grandest and most beautiful building in Cambridge. Stone, wood and glass combine with music to provide an unforgettable experience under Rubens' Adoration of the Magi. |
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Corpus Christi CollegeFounded in 1352 by two town guilds, Old Court is the best surviving early medieval college court in Cambridge. Two of the college's most famous students were the Elizabethan dramatists John Fletcher and Christopher Marlowe, and there is a tablet commemorating them on the wall of the Old Court. |
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Emmanuel CollegeThe chapel by Sir Christopher Wren contains a plaque to John Harvard, a former student, who sailed on the Mayflower in 1636 and gave his name to Harvard University. Spend time in the immaculate English country garden. |
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St Johns CollegeIncluding The Bridge of Sighs - the most beautiful of the college gatehouses and the School of Pythagoras: The oldest house in Cambridge. William Wordsworth had rooms here, (before heading north to wander 'lonely as a cloud'?!). |
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Imperial War Museum - DuxfordDuring WWII Duxford was one of the most important air bases in Britain. Today Duxford houses the largest collection of historic aircraft in Europe, ranging from WWI vintage biplanes to Spitfires, Concorde's and Gulf War jets. Finally, 'The Forgotten War' Exhibition looks at WWII in the Far East, with special attention on the war in Burma. |
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The Fitzwilliam MuseumMagnificent collections spanning centuries and civilisations including antiques from Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome; sculpture, furniture, armour, ceramics; manuscripts, coins and medals, paintings, drawings and prints. |
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The Farmland MuseumDiscover farming through the ages and learn about the rural history of Cambridgeshire with interactive and object displays for all ages. Visit a village shop and see a magnificent 17th Century stone barn and the workshops, which include a basket maker and a blacksmith. |
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Denny AbbeyExplore this lovely abbey still featuring superb Norman interiors. At different times, it housed Benedictine monks, the Knights templar and nuns of the Franciscan order, the Poor Clares. Learn how Denny has evolved through the centuries with the displays and activities |
Your Group PackageOutgoing go further to ensure that every aspect of your trip is carefully planned and organised. Where possible we meet every group leader in person to gain a comprehensive understanding of what you and your group require from your day trip. We offer tailored itineraries... so if you want to stop off somewhere along the way or add something special it's not a problem! |
Cambridge: Day Trip From ?18 PPThe trip would normally depart your university early morning... kick back as you travel on one of our comfy executive coaches fully equipped with reclining seats DVD player and WC. Arrive in Cambridge in the morning and spend the day exploring the beauty of its ancient centre before departing late evening...
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What sets Outgoing apartAt Outgoing we make the extra effort to go one step beyond to provide all those little extras that will make your groups life so much easier... |
