From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Leather goods shop.
A specialist stringed instrument store with over 45 years’ experience in music retail, offering a high-quality service and competitive pricing to all musicians.
Country Traditionals are the main UK importers of the hand crafted, hand decorated stoneware made by Ceramika Artystyczna in Boleslawiec, Poland.
A small family business offering official Cambridge University apparel and souvenirs, sterling silver jewellery, semi precious stones and amber jewellery, fashion scarves and accessories.
Ian Stevens has been designing, exhibiting and making leather bags since 1984. All of the products in the shop are made in small quantities by Ian and his wife Jennifer.
An award winning independent shop based in Cambridge City Centre. Iris & Violet sells a range of exclusive, independent fashion brands, accessories, homewares and gifting – all at accessible price points. Brands stocked include Pieces, Y.A.S, FRNCH, Grace & Mila, Bloomingville, Big Metal London and many more.
Laird Hatters is a British independent hatters known for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship and contemporary style. Each hat is designed and handmade by skilled artisans, using time-honoured techniques such as hand-blocking, steaming, stitching, and finishing. With a commitment to quality materials—fine felts, premium tweeds, linens, and leathers—Laird Hatters creates pieces that balance heritage with modern design, offering distinctive styles for both men and women. Founded on the belief that craftsmanship should be personal, sustainable, and built to last, Laird Hatters produces hats in small batches, ensuring attention to detail at every stage. From classic trilbies and fedoras to flat caps and bold statement pieces, each hat reflects the individuality of the wearer. With a shop in Cambridge and a working workshop located in Hertfordshire, Laird Hatters continues to champion British making, combining artistry, authenticity, and style in every handmade piece.
Millers aim to delight their customers with an experience that is genuinely different, we believe music and musical instruments are a great investment, enriching lives with well documented educational, social, and health benefits.
SageBrown is a British luxury brand specialising in handcrafted leather goods. Renowned for its exceptional quality and timeless design, the brand offers a wide range of products, including handbags, wallets, and briefcases, all crafted with meticulous attention to detail. SageBrown combines traditional craftsmanship with modern style, ensuring that every item is both functional and elegant. Committed to sustainability and ethical practices, SageBrown sources premium materials responsibly, making it a trusted choice for those seeking sophisticated, high-quality accessories.
Sustainable design studio, brand and store creative award-winning paperware, homeware and accessories to transform the everyday. We provide a fresh perspective with our range of crafted goods; all products are sustainably produced in the UK, with 5% of sales profit donated to charity.
Stylish, practical and made to last. Beautiful designs from the past, rediscovered and wonderfully made perfect for today.
Clothing and curtain alterations and clothing repair service.
Creating combinations of fresh seasonal flowers for all of life’s events. For us there is a huge difference in providing flowers that will inspire romance, to flowers that will bring comfort or cheer.
We service and repair most makes and models of vacuum cleaners alongside selling new, reconditioned and graded machines. We also hold a large stock of bags, filters and spares and other household items.
After their 2012 wedding, watched by millions around the world, Prince William and Kate Middleton took on the titles of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.