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Welcome Reception
Monday 14 July, 19:45 – 21:00
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On behalf of Prem Kumar, Meetings Secretary and Bill Harris, Chair of the Cambridge Programme Committee we extend a warm invitation to all participants to joins us at King’s College for the welcome reception. Weather permitting we will be enjoying the river views on the back lawn of King’s for nibbles and wine. If the weather is less than agreeable we will decamp to the main dining hall. |
The welcome reception is free for all participants. Name badges must be worn at all times to gain entry and for security purposes.
Please indicate whether you will be attending via the registration
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Society Dinners (Queens' College AND King’s College)
Tuesday 15 July, 19:30 for 20:00 until late
This year will see two main dinners running in parallel. Both Colleges offer attractive and historic surroundings, but the choice is up to you! Tickets will be issued on a first-come first-served basis.
Queens’ College
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Queens’ College dates back to 1448 and is set astride the River Cam and is joined by the famous Mathematical Bridge. 350 tickets are on sale on a first-come first-served basis for £40.00 19:30 for 20:00 Location: Cripps Dining Hall, Queens’ College, Silver Street, Cambridge Map |
King’s College
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King’s College was built by Henry VI in 1441 as a display of power and royal patronage and its construction spans several centuries. 312 tickets are on sale on a first-come first-served basis for £40.00 Reception on the back lawn (weather permitting) from 19:30 to 20:00 Location: King’s College, King’s Parade, Cambridge Map |
Please indicate your venue preference via the registration
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Other Events
Cambridge is full of exciting things to see and do. Here’s a brief list that we hope will inspire you to get out and about.
Pubs
If you're looking to relax with a few pints, why not visit one of the fine pubs Cambridge has to offer. There are plenty to choose from, many within walking distance of The University and the accommodation sites, and most serve food.
If you are looking to organise a more structured event or 'pub crawl' with a group of friends, we suggest you start/meet at Market Square. From there you could visit the following pubs, which are all near Queens’ College:
The Eagle
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Eagle_Pub
- the most famous historic pub in Cambridge, dating back to the early 1600s. In fact, Watson and Crick used to have lunch here and where they found ‘the secret of life’ http://www.cambridge.gov.uk/ccm/content/google-maps/blue-plaques-map.en;jsessionid=2814D1C1C8C7AB32BC622AB8EA91BBC9
The Anchor
http://www.cambridgeanchor.co.uk
- this tri-level pub is popular with students and offers great views of The Backs.
The Mill
http://www.visitcambridge.org/eatinganddrinking/eatinganddrinking_details.php?id=289
- a great place to visit in the summer when you can relax outside, sprawled out on Sheep's Green.
The Granta
http://www.visitcambridge.org/eatinganddrinking/eatinganddrinking_details.php?id=275
- a pretty location overlooking a pond, also plenty of outdoor space.
Henry’s Bar
- located approximately 400m north of the pubs listed above, and is a good place to watch the punts go by.
Revolution
http://www.revolution-bars.co.uk/bars/?bar_id=182
- a new bar in Cambridge popular in the evening for their atmosphere, wide menu and reasonable pricing.
Punting
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Punting, or boating in a flat bottomed and traditionally wooden boat, has been a popular thing to do along the rivers of both Cambridge and Oxford for many years. Punts are propelled manually by the punter who pushes a long pole down into the river bed. |
Why not take a punting tour along the College Backs? Punts are also available for private hire. Usually punts can seat up to six people (including the punter) and prices are per person, with self-hire boats attracting hourly fees. Tickets can be arranged in advance, or on site from one of the several punt stations located along the River Cam. There is a punt station right next to the Anchor Pub on Silver Street. If you don’t feel like taking to the water, why not grab a pint, get comfortable and watch them go by from one of the historic pubs.
To find out more about punting, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punting
To find out more about the tours, or to pre-book your tickets, visit http://www.scudamores.com/cam/index.php
Scudamores Punting have offered student participants at Physiology 2008
a special discounted rate upon presentation of their student cards:
1. Self-hire punts: £4 per hour off our standard rates of £16
per hour (weekdays) and £18 per hour (weekends).
2. Chauffeured punts: £10 per person for the 45 minute group tour
(standard rate is £12 per adult).
Guided Tours and Walks
There are many interesting and historic sights in Cambridge, and a walking tour is a lovely way to see them. Guided Tours leave from the Visitor Information Centre every day and you should book in advance to avoid disappointment. For more information visit http://www.visitcambridge.org/guidedtours/publictours.php
Restaurants and Bars
The following restaurants are highly recommended by a trusted restaurant review web site:
De Luca Cucina & Bar
Located on Regent Street and serves British and Italian style food.
Midsummer House
http://www.midsummerhouse.co.uk/html/reviews.htm
Winner of 2 Michelin Stars, this restaurant serves French/Mediterranean food. Located a mile or so north east of the University campus, beside the River Cam. A two-course lunch will cost you around £45, and a three-course dinner at least £60 (without drinks). Reservations are essential.
The Depot Restaurant & Bar
http://www.toptable.co.uk/venues/restaurants/?id=7425
Locals enjoy the fresh global food here, located on Trinity Street, just north of the New Museum Site (venue for the trade exhibition) and past King’s Chapel.
Number 22 Chesterton Road
Now a Bib Gourmand – good food at moderate prices – in Michelin’s Red Guide, Number 22 is a converted Victorian House that is open for dinner, or lunch by arrangement. A cosy place that only seats 26 so advance booking is recommended.
Cafés and Tea Shops
Michaelhouse Café
http://www.michaelhouse.org.uk/html/the_cafe.html
You will find this unique café within St Michael’s Church (c1328) also on Trinity Street.
Auntie’s Tea Shop
Somewhat of a tourist attraction in Cambridge (mainly because of the abundance of frilly aprons and lacy tablecloths). Serves lovely cakes and tea. You will find Auntie’s on St Mary’s Passage, which is again just north of the New Museum Site, off King’s Parade.
Culture and Entertainment
For a comprehensive list of Cambridge’s museums and galleries visit http://www.visitcambridge.org/whattoseeanddo/museumsandgalleries.php
Oliver! At the Corn Exchange
http://www.cornex.co.uk/ccm/cornex/2008/oliver.en
Tickets may still be available for Sunday 13 July.
Cambridge Arts Theatre
http://www.cambridgeartstheatre.com/index.html
If you are interested in catching a musical or play, or even the ballet, you should visit their web site for an updated programme of events.
Outdoor Activities
If you need to stretch your legs whilst in Cambridge you have plenty of options; swimming, golf or even a trip to the local cricket ground. Visit http://www.visitcambridge.org/whattoseeanddo/sportandleisure.php
Places of Interest
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
First opened in 1846, the garden now nurtures over 10,000 species of plants. Open 10am – 6pm and is approximately a mile south of the New Museum Site.
The Backs
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Backs
‘The Backs’ of the colleges of the University of Cambridge offers lovely views and scenery. You can visit The Backs by first visiting one of the colleges and walking through.
You will find green space wherever you wander in Cambridge. To see a list of them visit
http://www.visitcambridge.org/whattoseeanddo/parksandgreenspaces.php
During the course of the meeting you will visit and possibly enter some of Cambridge’s historic colleges and chapels. You might also cross a bridge or two. For more information on what you might see, visit http://www.visitcambridge.org/whattoseeanddo/archandheritage.php