Protecting the Beauty of Cambridge and its Environment
Cambridge Past, Present & Future is a local charity dedicated to protecting Cambridge green spaces, historic sites, and countryside ensuring these vital places are preserved for everyone to enjoy now and for generations to come. David Attenborough calls for preserving Cambridge’s green spaces. Let’s honour that vision and protect and celebrate what makes our city extraordinary.
Restore Respect Protect
Balancing history, nature, and progress for a thriving Cambridge
Restore Respect Protect
Balancing history, nature, and progress for a thriving Cambridge
Green
Spaces
We own or manage 550+ acres of green space, including Wandlebury, Coton Reserve & Grantchester Meadows.
Historic Buildings
& Heritage
We preserve heritage sites as Greater Cambridge's sole historic buildings and landscapes charity.
The Development
of Cambridge
We champion sustainable planning, balancing development with environmental protection.
Outdoor
Education
We deliver engaging science, nature, and bushcraft experiences to 2,000+ children annually.
Discover our Green Spaces & Heritage Buildings
Wandlebury
Country Park
Explore ancient woodland and meadows just outside the city.
Grantchester Meadows
&
Orchard Tea Garden
Walk the iconic riverside landscape that inspired poets and artists.
The Leper Chapel & Barnwell Meadows
Step inside Cambridge’s oldest complete building
Bourn
Windmill
Discover one of the oldest windmills in the UK, in a countryside setting.
Join Our Team
Fundraising Manager
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to join our committed and talented team. Closing date Sunday 28 September.
Activities & Events
Legacy Lunch
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Easter Sunday Worship
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Meet the Cows
Calm under the Canopy
Calm under the Canopy
Calm under the Canopy
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Winter Tree ID
Woodlands and Wildlife
Pole Lathe Tuition
Learn to Scythe Day
Leper Chapel Open Day
Woodlands and Wildlife
Woodland and Craft Weekend
May Day Morris Dance
Wandlebury Scything Festival
Activities & Events
Legacy Lunch
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Broom Making Workshop
Easter Sunday Worship
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Holiday Bushcraft for 5-14 year olds
Meet the Cows
Calm under the Canopy
Calm under the Canopy
Calm under the Canopy
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Outdoor Mini Retreat
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Volunteer Work Party
Winter Tree ID
Woodlands and Wildlife
Pole Lathe Tuition
Learn to Scythe Day
Leper Chapel Open Day
Woodlands and Wildlife
Woodland and Craft Weekend
May Day Morris Dance
Wandlebury Scything Festival
Your local charity
protecting the beauty
of Cambridge
and its environment
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Be a part of your local nature and heritage
Cambridge Past, Present & Future is an independent charity with no statutory funding. That means that we are reliant on donations from members, donors and supporters to care for nature and protect heritage in Cambridge. If this is important to you, please become a member or patron, or support our work with a gift.
Be a part of your local nature and heritage
Cambridge Past, Present & Future is an independent charity with no statutory funding. That means that we are reliant on donations from members, donors and supporters to care for nature and protect heritage in Cambridge. If this is important to you, please become a member or patron, or support our work with a gift.
Latest news
Tall buildings are coming to Cambridge
Will tall buildings disrupt Cambridge’s skyline, or can good design overcome that harm?
The Future of Greater Cambridge
The Greater Cambridge plan is for around 50,000 new housing units and 73,000 new jobs. This would be the equivalent of building another Cambridge in 20 years. Here is how you can have your say.
Griff Rhys Jones Talk – Review
Growth, Griff argued, is not simply a matter of square metres or targets met. Cities live through what they choose to keep as much as what they choose to build.
Christmas at Wandlebury
It’s the most wonderful time of year to visit Wandlebury, and you can enjoy some wonderful Wandlebury related activities and gifts for all the family.
Planting the Future
Thanks to our volunteers and a corporate team from ARM, around 600 new scrubland trees have recently been planted at Coton Reserve. This work is creating a richer green corridor beside the Bin Brook, expanding woodland first planted 15 years ago.
Cambourne to Cambridge, a Better Route is Possible
After a 2-month public inquiry, we reflect on the reasons to rethink the Cambourne to Cambridge busway, and why a better route is achievable.
