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Cambridge Past, Present & Future - charity protecting the beauty of Cambridge and its environment for the past hundred years.
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Reconnect with nature 🌿 Join a guided walk at Wandlebury Country Park, Wed 29 Oct, 10.30am–12.30pm. Explore woodlands, wildlife & heritage. Free event, donations welcome. More info: https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/woodlands-and-wildlife2/
 #thingstodoincambridge
💛 Help Cambridge Past, Present & Future! Download the Co-op App, become a member, and choose us as your local cause. We could get £5 for every new member! Sign up here: https://coopapp.onelink.me/ftOk/ny8j7ngh
 #CoopLocalCommunityFund
🍂 Half-term fun at Wandlebury! Explore our dinky door, stroll Beech Avenue, spot birds, play on the field & picnic in the autumn sunshine! 🪄🐦⚽🥪

Bus X13 / 13A from Cambridge Botanic Gardens—just 15 mins!

#WandleburyPark #FamilyFun #DinkyDoor #AutumnWalks #OutdoorPlay
Wandlebury Country Park is back OPEN following storm Benjamin.
Everyone loves Cambridge as it is — until it needs to change.

Griff Rhys Jones asks: are we preserving too much of the past, or too afraid to build the future?

📖 Read our latest blog: https://cambridgeppf.org/griff-rhys-jones-blockers-or-builders-of-the-future/

#GriffRhysJones #CambridgePPF
**WANDLEBURY COUNTRY PARK - CLOSED TODAY - 23RD OCTOBER**

Due to storm Benjamin we have had to close the park because of high winds.
Join us on Sun 26 Oct, 1.30–3.30pm for a rare chance to explore Cambridge’s Leper Chapel, one of the city’s oldest buildings. Learn its history with a volunteer guide and support our appeal to improve access: https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/leper-chapel-open-day-11-2/
Discover Cambridge’s oldest complete building this November 🕰️
The Leper Chapel opens its doors every Sunday (2, 16, 23 & 30 Nov, 1.30–3.30pm).
Free entry – step inside 900 years of history!
🔗 cambridgeppf.org
#CambridgeHistory #LeperChapel #CambridgeEvents #Heritage
🐦 Discover the Banyard Hide at #Wandlebury!
Peaceful, family-friendly & perfect for bird lovers. 🌿
This half term we’re topping up the feeders — bring your binoculars & see who visits! 🪶 Posters on hand to help you ID your finds.
#BirdWatching #CambridgePPF
The #CotonOrchard Inquiry is underway 🌳 We’re making the case for a greener route for the Cambourne–Cambridge Busway — protecting wildlife & countryside. Follow the inquiry & support the campaign 💚
🔗 cambridgeppf.org/coton-orchard-busway-inquiry-underway/

#SaveCotonOrchard
Can heritage and growth go hand in hand? 🏛️🌆
Griff Rhys Jones comes to Cambridge to explore why our past is vital to building a better future.

📅 28 Nov | 7.30pm
🎟 Book now → https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/griff-rhys-jones-blockers-or-builders-of-the-future/

#Heritage #CambridgeEvents #GriffRhysJones
🐶 Dogs of Cambridge, this is your invite!
Wandlebury = beautiful walks 🌳, dog run 🐕💨, safe on-lead spaces, plenty of bins & even a water bowl by the foyer. Bring your human & come sniff around!
#DogFriendly #Wandlebury #CambridgeDogs #HappyPaws
🔗 cambridgeppf.org
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Stories under the trees! 🌱 Interactive storytelling, crafts & outdoor play for toddlers 2–5, fostering creativity, independence & a love of nature. £7/child. Mon 20th Oct. Book: https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/story-meadow-toddler-group-for-2-5-years-11/
 #ThingsToDoInCambridge #ToddlerFun #StoryMeadow
Heritage matters. Join Griff Rhys Jones on 28 Nov in Cambridge to explore why growth & heritage must go hand in hand. Book your seat: https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/griff-rhys-jones-blockers-or-builders-of-the-future/ #Heritage #Culture #CambridgeEvents #ThingstodoInCambridge
Barnwell Road’s verge is blooming! 🌿 Abbey People & the community turned mud into a vibrant green corridor. Join the spring bulb planting on 29 Oct. Details: https://abbeypeople.org.uk/barnwell-verge
 Read the full blog: https://cambridgeppf.org/barnwell-verge-project/
 #BarnwellVerge
A healthier Thursday starts at Wandlebury. Join our FREE weekly walks – 10am (1hr brisk) or 10:30am (30min gentle). Fresh air, fitness & friendly faces. Coffee after. Details: https://cambridgeppf.org/events-list/
“I joined to meet people, but I’ve stayed to give back to nature.” – Sarah, volunteer 🌿
Join our friendly Work Parties across our sites – no experience needed!
Book: https://cambridgeppf.org/events-list/

#CommunityVolunteering #Cambridge #Nature
📢 CambridgePPF AGM
📅 Fri 28 Nov, 6.30–7pm | Cambridge
Hear from our trustees & CEO on the year’s work + Q&A.
Stay for Griff Rhys Jones at 7.30pm!
🎟 https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/cambridge-past-present-future-agm/

#CambridgeEvents #CambridgePPF
🍂 October special: join Cambridge Past, Present & Future and get 1 extra month free membership. Explore nature, heritage and family adventures. Offer ends 31 Oct. Start your autumn journey today!
🔗 cambridgeppf.org/join-us-page
#Cambridge #AutumnOffer #FamilyFun
🍂 Wondering what to do with the kids this half term?
Head to Wandlebury for glowing autumn colours, daily pop-up café, and fun events for children!
Join in Oct & get 1 month FREE membership 🍁
👉 https://cambridgeppf.org/autumn-leaves-at-wandlebury/

#thingstodoinCambridge
Find calm in the canopy 🌿 Calm under the Canopy: Mindful Meditation, Fri 17 Oct, 3–4.30pm at Wandlebury. Guided meditation & mindful walking with David Lynch. £40 for 3 sessions. Book: [email protected]
 Info: https://cambridgeppf.org/join-us-page/
 #thingstodoincambridge
🕰️ Work begins to restore Wandlebury’s iconic clocktower!
Thanks to supporters, vital conservation has started — with more to come.
We’re seeking a horologist to help bring the clock back to life.
💬 Please share to spread the word!
#Wandlebury #HeritageConservation
Curiosity & nature await! Forest school–style play & storytelling for toddlers 2–5, nurturing mindfulness & connection with the outdoors. £7/child. Mon 13 Oct - Book: https://cambridgeppf.org/etn/story-meadow-toddler-group-for-2-5-years-10/
 #ThingsToDoInCambridge #ForestSchool #StoryMeadow
Take a pause for yourself. Outdoor Mini Retreat at Wandlebury, Fri 10 Oct, 10am–12pm. Mindfulness, reflection & calm in nature. £24. Book: [email protected]
 Info: https://cambridgeppf.org/join-us-page/

#Mindfulness #ThingsToDoInCambridge