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Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Cambridge University Botanic Garden
About

The Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a 40‑acre oasis in the heart of the city, renowned for its beauty, biodiversity, and scientific importance. Founded in 1831 by Professor John Stevens Henslow, mentor to Charles Darwin, it was created to support teaching and research in botany and opened to the public in 1846. Today, it is home to over 8,000 plant species from around the world, displayed across themed landscapes, glasshouses, and seasonal gardens that change in character throughout the year. Visitors can explore everything from vibrant tropical collections to tranquil woodland walks, as well as the Systematic Beds that illustrate plant evolution. The Garden also serves as a living laboratory for conservation and climate research, while offering a rich programme of events, tours, and family activities. Just a short walk from the railway station, it is both a centre of academic excellence and a welcoming green space where nature, history, and discovery meet.

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Location

The Cambridge University Botanic Garden is located at 1 Brookside, Cambridge CB2 1JE, situated about a 15-minute walk south from the city centre. The garden has two main entrances: the Brookside Gate on the corner of Trumpington Road and Bateman Street, and the Station Road Gate on Hills Road. It is easily accessible from Cambridge Railway Station by walking along Station Road and Hills Road, or via numerous local bus routes that stop nearby at Bateman Street, Leys School, or St Paul’s Road. Although there is no parking on site, limited pay-and-display parking is available on Trumpington Road and Bateman Street, with Park & Ride services recommended for visitors arriving by car. The Botanic Garden neighbors Trumpington Road, a key transport route, and is near the scenic River Cam, adding to the peaceful atmosphere of the gardens. It is surrounded by university departments and residential areas, offering a tranquil retreat just outside the bustling city centre.

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