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Cambridge’s new community joins Open Cambridge

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Eddington, Cambridge’s newest neighbourhood in the North-West of the City, is holding a family-friendly day introducing you to tips and tricks to lead a more sustainable life.

A cornucopia of delights on show at Open Cambridge this weekend

pbh25 — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 14:29:22 +0000

This Friday and Saturday sees the tenth Open Cambridge festival taking place across the city. Many parts of the ̽��ֱ�� and colleges, as well as over 20 partner organisations in the city, are opening their doors and offering the public a chance to enjoy amazing architecture, exciting exhibitions, and engaging events.

There are three strands to this year’s festival, which is the largest and most diverse Open Cambridge ever with over 97 events. ̽��ֱ��main Open Cambridge festival showcases treasures across the city and ̽��ֱ��, from historic libraries to magnificent gardens, hidden art collections, and specialist museums. It also offers fascinating glimpses behind closed doors at places like the fire station, the Cambridge Mosque, the ADC Theatre, and the Guildhall. All events are free, and many are drop-in.

̽��ֱ��Old Library at Christ’s College has a remarkable exhibition on poets and poetry from every walk of College life, from John Milton’s Paradise Lost, one of the most famous poems in history, to never-before seen work by a nineteenth-century College servant. ̽��ֱ��exhibition, curated by graduate trainee Beth Slater, features a rarely-seen copy of Paradise Lost that has been heavily annotated by the poet William Cowper. Cowper covered his copy with scathing remarks about the work’s editor, Richard Bentley, whom Cowper accuses of “childish conceits” that are “below the dignity of a true critic.” Another forthright poet in the exhibition is Ezra Pound, who describes his own letter to Christ’s College Fellow W.D. Rouse as “nine parts ego-explosion” and tells Rouse that the Greek poet Pindar was “certainly full of prune juice.” But possibly one of the most intriguing exhibits is a book of poetry by college servant John Wisken. Wisken worked as a scullion in the college kitchens for over fifty years in the nineteenth century, lighting fires, cleaning dishes, and serving food to students and fellows. He captured this hard-working life in his epic poem A Day in Michaelmas Term, or Twenty Years the Same, which opens “Although a Dirty Scull I dont see why/ I should not at the Muses have a shy”.

̽��ֱ��beautiful gardens at Madingley Hall are open on Friday 8 September. ̽��ֱ��garden’s creative planting scheme draws its inspiration from the history of the Hall and of botanical science at Cambridge but uses a modern sensibility in mixing plants. ̽��ֱ��floral border is influenced by the concept of a traditional kitchen garden, with plants for culinary, medicinal, dyeing and aromatherapy uses, including wood betony – a traditional remedy said to help ‘sour belching’ and cramps – and colchicum, an autumn crocus that is used to treat gout and cardiac conditions and known by the intriguing common name ‘naked lady’. ̽��ֱ��medicinal plants in the garden are not limited to its borders: clippings from its yew trees have been used to manufacture the cancer drug Docetaxel. Tours led by Richard Gant, the head gardener, will explore all these aspects of the garden, and more.

Wolfson College is exhibiting the art of two British painters who specialise in imaginative, evocative paintings of people. Both Eileen Cooper RA and Richard Sorrell paint from memory more than from life, and their images of people always tell a story, though often it is up to the viewer to decide what that story is. Cooper’s work is characterised by its focus on women and their experiences of work, friendship, and motherhood; the bold figures in her colourful works seem to dance off the page, yet preserve a private quality than encourages the viewer to look more closely. Richard Sorrell’s paintings derive their power from the contrast between their serene pastel colours and the recognisable, often awkward, social encounters they portray.

̽��ֱ��India Unboxed strand of the festival celebrates the UK-India Year of Culture 2017 and the 70th anniversary of Indian independence with a range of talks and exhibitions. A fun, hands-on event for the whole family is Mill Road Celebrates India, a full day of activities run by the Mill Road History Society and partners, with valued support from Mill Road traders. Come on down to the Deaf Centre (behind Cutlacks) on Saturday 9 September and join in with a range of activities, from a Bollywood dance class to a puppet show. A talk by historian Jo Costin will tell the fascinating story of Dr Upendra Krishna Dutt and his Swedish wife, a remarkable couple who lived on Mill Road one hundred years ago and filled their home (the Petersfield Surgery) with international idealists and radical politicians. There will also be a session called ‘Bring an object, tell a story’, with local women from the Indian subcontinent introducing treasured objects that they brought with them when they moved to the UK and explaining why they are important.

Open Eddington features over 25 events showcasing Eddington, the ̽��ֱ��’s new development at North West Cambridge. With families and students having moved in to the first homes over the summer, Eddington is now a living, breathing community. Members of the public are invited to visit and find out more about the innovative architecture and sustainable design that make Eddington one of the greenest developments in the country. There are also fun activities for children including a cycle cinema, where pedal power generates the electricity to show a film, and a Roman street party inspired by archaeological finds at the site.

Sue Long, the Open Cambridge Co-ordinator, speaking about Open Cambridge said “this has been a huge City and ̽��ֱ�� collaboration and we are very grateful to all our partners for their hard work. In particular, I want to thank the sponsors, Keir, without whom this weekend would not be possible”.

Details of the events mentioned in this article:

Numerous Verse, an exhibition at Christ’s College Old Library, is open 10am to 4pm on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 September. Free, drop-in.

̽��ֱ��gardens at Madingley Hall are open from 2:30pm to 7pm on Friday 8 September. There are 40-minute guided tours of the gardens at 3:30, 4:30, and 5:30pm. Free, drop-in. http://www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk/events/madingley-hall-gardens

A Woman’s Skin by Eileen Cooper RA, and paintings by Richard Sorrell are on view at Wolfson College between 3 and 5pm every Saturday and Sunday until 24 September. Free, drop-in.

Mill Road Celebrates India takes place at the Deaf Centre, 8 Romsey Terrace, 10:30am-5pm on Saturday 9 September. Free, drop-in. For a detailed programme of events, see http://www.millroadhistory.org.uk/event/mill-road-celebrates-india/

For full details of Open Cambridge 2017, visit the website, www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk

From medicinal plants at Madingley Hall to the Indian doctor who shook up Mill Road a century ago, a huge range of exciting events is planned for Open Cambridge 2017

Although a Dirty Scull I dont (sic) see why I should not at the Muses have a shy.

John Wisken, Christ's College servant for 50 years.

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Open Cambridge celebrates its 10th Anniversary

pbh25 — Tue, 08 Aug 2017 14:21:35 +0000

Tickets go on sale next week for the city’s hugely popular heritage weekend, Open Cambridge, which runs from 8-9 September and is celebrating its tenth year with the biggest and most ambitious programme of events ever.

̽��ֱ��annual city-wide festival, co-ordinated by the ̽��ֱ�� of Cambridge Public Engagement team, showcases a diverse range of hidden architectural gems and stunning spaces that are normally closed to the public or which usually charge for entry.

Part of the national Heritage Open Days scheme, the aim of Open Cambridge is to celebrate the fantastic history, architecture and culture of the city. It offers everyone, residents and visitors alike, the opportunity to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are free to explore.

This year, the programme, which can be found in venues across the city or online (www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk) boasts a range of fantastic events.

For those who love to take a peek behind the scenes, there are a number of well-known venues opening their doors for special Open Cambridge tours and talks. Some of these include the Fire Station, the Cambridge Mosque, the Cambridge Boathouses and the Senate House.

There will also be a chance this year to get a look behind the scenes at the city’s newest district in the North West of Cambridge. Open Eddington will feature tours of the new residential area and a look into its innovative design.

Cambridge is a city of contrasts; a city steeped in history but firmly based in the present with a constant eye on the future. A range of talks during this year’s Open Cambridge offer the chance for people to learn more about the city, past, present and future, including talks about Anglia Ruskin ̽��ֱ��, the Scott Polar Institute and the Cambridge Mayoralty and Charter.

Further talks and exhibitions will be held as part of the India Unboxed series of events being held to mark 150 years of connections between Cambridge and India. This will include a day of events called Mill Road Celebrates, featuring talks, dance, poetry, music and storytelling.

A major highlight of the Festival each year is the Open Cambridge dinner. On Friday 9 September, visitors can enjoy an exceptional fine-dining experience at Corpus Christi College. ̽��ֱ��evening begins with pre-prandial drinks before the three-course dinner is served in the splendour of the 19th century dining hall.

Tour highlights include a chance to see behind the scenes of the iconic, David Attenborough Building. Those who have green fingers or simply love to wander through beautiful spaces can join several walking tours of the College gardens including Clare, Newnham, Robinson, Selwyn and Wolfson Colleges.

Exhibition highlights this year include aspects of the India Unboxed events which include a Behind the Scenes at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. This gives visitors a chance to see some of the extraordinary South Asia collections and find out more about the objects not currently on display in the museum. Meanwhile, to mark the bicentenary year of Jane Austen’s death, King’s College Library is displaying first and early editions of the author’s much-loved works alongside the autograph manuscript of her unfinished novel Sanditon.

Speaking about Open Cambridge 2017, Sue Long, Festival Coordinator, said: “This year, we have a fantastic programme of around 100 events, offering a unique insight into our incredible city. We are particularly pleased that the brand new Eddington community will take part for the first time in the Open Eddington events.

“Each year, we welcome thousands of people to a wide range of heritage and cultural events on offer and we very much look forward to welcoming them again in September. There really is something for everyone and anyone curious to know more about this rather amazing city.”

Open Cambridge is a busy weekend and many of the events require pre-booking. Bookings open on Monday 14 August. Visit www.opencambridge.cam.ac.uk or call 01223 766 766. ̽��ֱ��phone- lines are open between 11am – 3pm, Monday to Friday. There are also plenty of drop-in events for people to enjoy.

Further information.

For regular updates, Open Cambridge can be found on Twitter @OpenCambridgeUK #OC2017.

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̽��ֱ�� gives approval for the first phase of the North West Cambridge development

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̽��ֱ��governing body of the ̽��ֱ�� of Cambridge, the Regent House, has given formal approval for the commencement of the first phase of the North West Cambridge development.

Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Institutional Affairs, Professor Jeremy Sanders, welcomed the decision. “ ̽��ֱ��North West Cambridge development is a major part of the ̽��ֱ��’s long-term future. It will provide much of the residential and research accommodation that the ̽��ֱ�� needs as it grows over the next 20 year,” he said.

“Attracting world-class academics, researchers and research partners is vital if the ̽��ֱ�� is to retain its world-class position. Being able to provide high-quality, affordable housing in a thriving community will be an important element of our attraction to staff and students, and phase one of the development focuses on this immediate need.

“ ̽��ֱ��endorsement of the ̽��ֱ��’s Regent House illustrates the positive commitment that members from across the ̽��ֱ�� and Colleges have towards the continuing success of Cambridge and the wider city region,” Professor Sanders added.

In August 2012, the three local authorities involved resolved to grant outline planning permission for a mixed-use development on the 150-hectare site of ̽��ֱ��-owned farmland in the north west of the city, subject to the signing of a Section 106 legal agreement, planning conditions and reserved matters approvals.

Phase one of the development will include approximately 530 homes for qualifying ̽��ֱ�� and College staff, 450 homes for sale through residential developers, accommodation for 300 students, a local centre with community facilities, and much of the site infrastructure, which will enhance connections to and within the local area. ̽��ֱ��development also includes substantial landscaping with more than a third of the overall site dedicated to formal and informal green space.

Phase one is estimated to cost £281 million, with the scheme in its entirety costing £1 billion.

Roger Taylor, Project Director of the North West Cambridge Development, said: “North West Cambridge is the largest development in the country to be built to the Code for Sustainable Homes Level 5 and BREEAM Excellent for other uses. ̽��ֱ��ambition to create a low-carbon community incorporates a green travel plan and energy and utilities systems. ̽��ֱ��development will be an exemplar of sustainable living.”

Subject to the approval by the local planning authorities, work on infrastructure will start later in 2013, and the first buildings will be completed in late 2015.

Phase one will establish high-quality, affordable housing in a thriving community to ensure that Cambridge offers the very best environment for staff and students.

̽��ֱ��North West Cambridge development is a major part of the ̽��ֱ��’s long-term future.

Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Institutional Affairs, Professor Jeremy Sanders

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