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Cambridge Edition Magazine Bright Publishing Ltd, Bright House, 82 High Street, Sawston, Cambridgeshire CB22 3HJ, 01223 499450, cambsedition.co.uk • All rights reserved. Material contained in this publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior permission of the publishers. • Views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of Cambridge Edition or Bright Publishing Ltd, which do not accept any liability for loss or damage. • Every effort has been made to ensure all information is correct. • Cambridge Edition is a free publication that is distributed in Cambridge and the surrounding area. EDITORIAL Editor in chief Nicola Foley 01223 499459 nicolafoley@bright.uk.com Assistant editor Miriam Balanescu Editorial assistant Alex Fice Editorial director Roger Payne Deputy chief sub editor Matthew Winney Sub editors Harriet Williams & Ben Gawne ADVERTISING Sales director Sam Scott-Smith 01223 499457 samscott-smith@bright.uk.com Ad manager Maria Francis 01223 492240 mariafrancis@bright.uk.com CONTRIBUTORS Mark Box, Lawrence Brown, Charlotte Griffiths, Anna Taylor & Elisha Young DESIGN & PRODUCTION Senior designer Lucy Woolcomb Designer Emma Di’luorio Junior designer Hedzlynn Kamaruzzaman Ad production Man-Wai Wong MANAGING DIRECTORS Andy Brogden & Matt Pluck
fter the subdued celebrations of the past couple of years, it’s great to see Cambridge gearing up for an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza again this year. For those who love a Christmas show, we’ve rounded up the best of the bunch over on page 19 – chatting to Cambridge’s grand dame Matt Crosby about the art of panto, hearing more about the Junction’s colourful, inclusive take on The Nutcracker and getting the lowdown on the Footlights’ festive offering. We also bring news of the best Christmas lights (page 24), and chat to the organisers of the beloved Mill Road Winter Fair, which returns this month after a two-year break (page 27). It wouldn’t be our December issue without the Edition Christmas Giveaway – and we’ve got an absolute cracker for you this year, with over £3,500 worth of prizes for one lucky reader! Head to page 41 to get the scoop on our biggest ever giveaway! We’re also championing our favourite independent shops, offering three pages of gifting inspiration from Cambridge indies: check it out from page 67. If you’ve been wondering how to enjoy a greener Christmas – turn to page 72 and see how to make your celebrations more planet-friendly, or discover ways you can support local charitable initiatives during the season of giving on page 64. Over in Savour & Sip (from page 51), we’ve got foodie gift ideas, Christmas recipes and the latest food news – plus we catch up with Cambridge chef and TikTok star Tristan Welch to hear about his favourite festive foods. I’m not sure I’m sold on his recommendation of Christmas pudding with eggs and chilli – but I’ll definitely be giving the Boxing Day burrito a spin. However you’re spending it, have a brilliant Christmas – we’ll see you on the other side!
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07 Culture Club Art, theatre, carols, illuminations, this month’s street style portraits and lots more 41 Christmas Giveaway! A massive prize bundle is up for grabs for one lucky Edition reader 51 Savour & Sip Christmas recipes, top gifts for foodie friends and all the latest openings 64 Charity Spotlight Get involved with one of these local initiatives
74 Multicultural City Christmas traditions from around the world – and how they’re being celebrated in Cambridge! 76 Cambridge Half Marathon We seek advice on training like a pro in the run-up to next year’s race 79 Beauty Our essential makeup picks to get you glammed up for the coming party season 81 Winter Weddings Planning your big day? Check out these superb suppliers from around the city 83 Education Spotlight Gresham’s School on the far-reaching benefits of adding arts to the world of STEM 85 Home Edition Ideas for decking your halls in style, plus a little inspiration from the great outdoors with Anna
– it is the season of giving after all! 67 Indie Gift Guide
From bicycles, booze and books, to knits and cute toys: our round-up of the best presents in town! 72 Eco Cambridge Have a greener Christmas with the help of these tips from local experts
Illustration by Hedzlynn Kamaruzzaman, inspired by an Instagram photo by @viniiith
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