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CAMBRIDGE AQUA PARK
If your family loves nothing more than a swim and a splash about, make a beeline for Cambridge Aqua Park, a huge, Total Wipeout -style water-based obstacle course just north of Cambridge. Don your wetsuit and lifejacket and you’ll be on your way, navigating trampolines, slides, a blast bag and more –and having plenty of laughs as you go. The site is on farmland in the Fens at Hannam’s Wake Hub, and there’s lots of room for picnicking at the side.
Experience over 100 years of aviation history at IWM Duxford, where you can be awed by iconic aircraft including the B-52, Concorde, Spitfire and Vulcan Bomber. Explore the Operations Room –Duxford’s nerve centre during the second world war, recreated to look exactly as it did in 1940, try on a replica uniform, fill a pilot’s brain with flying knowledge and see the personal items of the people who worked at Duxford. For an extra special experience, visit during an air show; dates for your diary are 13-14 July (Flying Legends) and 21-22 September (Battle of Britain). IWM DUXFORD
Lovely at any time of the year, the Cambridge University Botanic Garden is especially gorgeous during the summer months. You can easily lose a day strolling through the 40+ acres of gardens and marvelling at the flowers, ancient trees and peaceful lakes, stopping off at the glasshouse to admire its exotic floral inhabitants and the prickly cacti collection. Special events range from arty workshops and open air concerts to science talks – pay a visit to the website to see what’s coming up. BOTANIC GARDEN
Pay a visit to Cambridge Science Centre for hands-on fun, unique exhibits and workshops. Located at Cambridge Leisure Park, the centre makes science fun and accessible. The permanent LifeWorks! exhibition is a voyage of discovery from cell to survival, while throughout the day during weekends and school holidays, there’s a range of scientific shows and activities. CAMBRIDGE SCIENCE CENTRE
Nothing says summer in Cambridge like a day at the Lido – our very worthy cover star this issue. Tucked behind a cluster of trees on Jesus Green, this huge open-air pool feels totally secluded despite being right in the heart of the city. One of the longest outdoor pools in Europe, it’s also got plenty of space for sunbathing and relaxing, plus a refreshment stand which sells drinks and ice cream. There’s also the recent addition of a sauna to enjoy. It’s open between May and September yearly, and a swim will set you back £4.80 for adults and £2.50 for kids. JESUS GREEN LIDO
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