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fter such a mixed bag over the last few months, it’s impossible to know whether we’ll be enjoying a balmy Indian summer or an autumnal chill this September, but whatever the weather, there’s plenty to keep you busy in Cambridge. The always-intriguing Open Cambridge returns to celebrate the city’s wonders, offering a chance to
explore a nuclear bunker, an astronomy observatory, the imposing tower at the University Library and plenty more between 13 and 14 September: choose which of Cambridge’s nooks and crannies you’d like to discover on page 23. One Cambridge wonder I believe is always worth celebrating is Mill Road: a truly unique corner of the city that teems with fantastic indie cafes, pubs and shops. This lively street has had a bit of a tough time lately due to various closures, railworks, roadworks and a devastating fire at one of its oldest shops, but as we seek to highlight on page 70, there are more reasons than ever to pay a visit. There’s news of some tasty new openings in our food section, as Scottish craft brewery BrewDog finally opens the doors to its city-centre bar and Thai eatery Giggling Squid announces plans to take over the spot previously home to Jamie’s Italian – get the lowdown on page 45. We also meet the man behind Eric’s: the much-loved posh fish and chip shop, which has recently opened the doors to its third branch in St Ives. Find out how he and his team plan to bring a bucketful of seaside charm to the whole of East Anglia over on page 40. Another local business with big dreams, Anna’s Flower Farm in Audley End is in the spotlight on page 61, while flowers are also the focus of this month’s recipe: a sunflower pesto that utilises the plant’s petals to delicious effect. Also inside, we explore the Ely house that was once home to Oliver Cromwell (page 24), show you how you can win a luxurious
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minibreak on the north Norfolk coast (page 27) and, as always, highlight the best theatre, gigs and festivals to seek out. Enjoy the issue and see you next month!
This month’s cover illustration was created by Laura Bryant, senior designer at Bright Publishing
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Author illustrations by Louisa Taylor louisataylorillustration.blogspot.co.uk
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