ARTS & CULTURE
The University Arms will be hosting a new series of cultural events throughout the year, featuring influential figures, engaging discussions and delicious food served UNIVERSITY ARMS LITERARY LUNCHES
in the hotel’s iconic ballroom. The new Literary Lunches will
welcome important figures from the arts, politics and literature, facilitating thought-provoking talks and Q&A sessions. The carefully curated accompanying menu, put together by Parker’s Tavern chef patron Tristan Welch, will feature the restaurant’s famous slow-cooked spaghetti bolognese, as well as aubergine and tomato ‘berkagiana’, and for dessert, Tristan’s very own Duke of Cambridge Tart. Plus, for those who would like to make a night of it, special overnight rates will be available. To book tickets for upcoming events, head to the
Pots by LePlan_T, one of the exhibitors at the Cambridge Craft Festival
University Arms website. universityarms.co.uk
CAMBRIDGE CRAFT FESTIVAL On Saturday 5 June, you can catch Camilla from Knitting Needle Lane, as well as Jem fromUnder the Olive Tree Knits, for the very first virtual version of the Cambridge Craft Festival. Celebrating local crafters and their handmade businesses, the festival provides a taste of what Cambridge’s talented independent creatives have to offer. The impressive range of pieces includes knitting, crochet, woodworking, jewellery making and more! A series of Instagram live streams on the day will explain a bit more about the vendors, as well as their unique handmade products. Give them a follow on Instagram @cambridgecraftfestival
CONCERTS AT THE ORCHARD
This month, classical ensemble Eboracum Baroque is putting on a series of concerts, including operas by Purcell and Handel, performed by professional singers and accompanied by period instruments. Set in the idyllic surroundings of Grantchester’s The Orchard Tea Garden, the concerts can be enjoyed from its famous green deckchairs. “We’re over the moon to be returning,” says Eboracum Baroque founding member Chris Parsons. “We hope you’ll join us to celebrate coming back together with great music in a beautiful setting.” Tickets for the concerts can be found on the Eboracum Baroque website, priced £25.50 for adults and £5.50 for children, with season tickets to all concerts costing £67.50. All of the performances will take place between 24-26 June. eboracumbaroque.co.uk
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