Cambridge

Cambridge (Local authority district) sits on the winding River Cam in the heart of Cambridgeshire, edging onto the low-lying wetlands of the Fens. Its compact medieval centre is dominated by the colleges of the University of Cambridge, with landmarks such as King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and regular punts on the river, while museums and galleries like the Fitzwilliam Museum and Kettle's Yard give the city a strong cultural pulse.

Economically the district is driven by education, medical research and a high-tech cluster often called Silicon Fen, anchored by employers including Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke's Hospital. That mix of students, academics and tech professionals makes for a diverse, internationally connected community, with good rail links to London and the M11, high house prices and a calendar of distinctive local events from May Week celebrations to rowing fixtures on the river.