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BOTANIC GARDEN VIRTUAL TOURS Cambridge University’s Botanic Garden has come up with an innovative idea to get you through this challenging time of self-isolation and social distancing. As we are all stuck at home at the moment, finding ways to get our nature fix is becoming increasingly difficult or, in some cases, impossible. It can feel like a struggle to go long periods of time without getting out and about in the fresh air, particularly at such a beautiful time of year, but from now on, the Botanic Garden will be coming to the rescue, posting a weekly ‘Wellness Wander’ on its website – a virtual short walkabout video around areas of the garden. Each video is ten to 15 minutes long, and while the garden itself is closed during lockdown, fans will be able to enjoy spring virtually, watching the season unfold week by week. Head over to the website for more details, and you can also find all the videos on YouTube as the weeks go by. botanic.cam.ac.uk
NEW DATES FOR FESTIVALS When it comes to local festivals, they don’t get much better than Wild Wood Disco. The highly anticipated event was set to take place in June, but has now been pushed back three months to 12 September. My Little Festival, the organisers behind the event, said in a statement: “Our wish is for our wonderful party in the woods to continue for many years to come, which is why we have to reschedule to secure its future. We have had
September remains intact, so we can offer the same incredible family day out. We thank you for all your continued support and look forward to seeing you all in September. Stay safe!” For those who purchased a ticket for the events, tickets will be automatically transferred to the new date. You will receive an email from the ticket seller to confirm your availability to attend, but if not, you can always roll over your ticket to next year. Refunds can also be provided, if needed. Keep an eye on the event websites for any updates and more information. Sunday Papers Live, another of My Little Festival’s events, also has a new date and will now offer its usual irreverent take on the broadsheets (with tasty food and bloody marys!) at Cambridge Union on 25 October. thewildwooddisco.com thewildwoodrumpus.com
a wonderful response from artists changing schedules so they can still be involved with our small, but special event.” Similarly, sister festival Wild Wood Rumpus – a one-day family-friendly gathering – was originally scheduled for June, but has now also been moved, to Saturday 19 September. The event will feature the original line-up in its entirety. In an announcement on the website, the team said: “We are pleased to announce our line-up for
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