Cambridge

Cambridge district centres on the city of Cambridge, set on the River Cam in the East of England. The historic core contains the University of Cambridge colleges, the Market Square, and a compact street pattern that preserves medieval lanes and courtyards. The river runs through the city and the Backs — the stretch of college grounds along the Cam — where punts operate from moorings near colleges such as St John’s and Trinity. The Round Church, one of only four Norman round churches in England, stands close to the centre and dates from the 12th century. Transport links include the mainline station to London and regional rail services, while cycling is a prominent mode of travel on a dense network of paths and lanes.

To the south and east of the centre the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and city hospitals form a major cluster for health and research, complemented by the Cambridge Science Park and small technology firms across the district. Public green spaces such as Parker’s Piece and Jesus Green provide sports and recreation. Local planning mixes conservation areas with new research-led development, reflecting the district’s long association with education and innovation.