Welcome to Suspension Bridge

The Suspension Bridge in Cambridgeshire is a remarkable feat of engineering that spans the River Cam. The bridge was designed by William Tierney Clark and was completed in 1826. It is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the world and is a popular tourist attraction in the area. The bridge is made of wrought iron and has a span of 660 feet. It is supported by two towers that are 70 feet high and are made of brick and stone.

The Suspension Bridge in Cambridgeshire has a rich history and has played an important role in the development of the area. The bridge was originally built to provide a link between the town of St Ives and the surrounding villages. It was also used to transport goods and livestock across the river. Over the years, the bridge has undergone several renovations and repairs to ensure its safety and longevity. Today, it is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, who come to admire its beauty and learn about its history.

The Suspension Bridge in Cambridgeshire is not only a remarkable engineering feat but also a symbol of the area's rich history and heritage. It is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the people who built it and has stood the test of time. The bridge is a popular spot for photography and is often used as a backdrop for weddings and other special occasions. It is a must-visit attraction for anyone visiting the area and is a source of pride for the local community.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Park Street C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Hawker	Lower Park Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB5 8AR 01223576922 School Website
University Of Cambridge Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Dr Anthony Freeling	Vice Chancellor's Office, University Offices The Old Schools Cambridge CB2 1TN 1223337733 School Website
St Johns College School Other Independent School Ages:4-13 Head Teacher Mr Neil Chippington	73 Grange Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 9AB 01223353532 School Website
St Luke's Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Ireland-Curtis	Frenchs Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3JZ 1223566879 School Website
King's College School Other Independent School Ages:4-14 Head Teacher Mrs Yvette Day	West Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 9DN 1223365814 School Website
Parkside Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Craig Morrison	Parkside Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 1EH 01223712600 School Website
Chesterton Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Scott & Donna Hubbard-Young	Gilbert Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 3NY 01223712150 School Website
Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge Other Independent School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Ms Jessica Lechner	Herbert House 57 Warkworth Terrace Parkside Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 1EE 1223357714 School Website
Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge Other Independent School Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Dr Julian Davies	89 Regent Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB2 1AW 7774657397 School Website
Castle School Cambridge Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Charlotte Whysall	Courtney Way Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2EE 01223442400 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cambridge Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW 1.38 Miles

Cambridge North Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE 2.03 Miles

Shelford Station Road, Shelford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5LR 4.34 Miles

Waterbeach Station Road, Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9HT 4.98 Miles

Foxton Royston Road, Foxton, Cambridgeshire, CB22 6SE 6.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Minibus Hire 01223 776005 The Guildhall, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QJ 0.33 Miles
Panther Taxis 01223 715715 4 Saint Andrew's Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3AZ 0.43 Miles
Darcy Cars 0845 496 9531 Wellington House/East Rd, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1BH 0.73 Miles
Mr Darcy's Chauffeur Hire And Airport Taxis 01480 811513 East Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1BH 0.73 Miles
Cambridge Chauffeur Punts 01223 354164 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9BL 0.87 Miles
Cambridge Chauffeurs 01223 518906 40 Highworth Avenue, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2BG 0.91 Miles
Andy Cabs 01223 472858 Unit 24, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 8LD 1.16 Miles
Cambridge Airport Taxis 07856 233918 1 Cavesson Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3TB 1.19 Miles
Anglia Cars 0845 094 3205 27 Sweetpea Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 2GT 1.55 Miles
Voyager Executive Cars Ltd 01223 245450 17 Coleridge Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 3PH 1.66 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bridge Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Shelly Row Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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King Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Free School Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bridge Street Medical Centre 01223 652671	Bridge St Mc,2 All Saints Passage,Off Bridge St Cambridge CB2 3LS
Newnham Walk Surgery At Boots Cambridge	28 Petty Cury Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB2 3ND
Huntingdon Road Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DB
Huntingdon Road Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	1 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DB
Huntingdon Road Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	1 Huntingdon Road Cambridge CB3 0DB

Local Stores

Cambridge - Mitcham's Corner
Milton Road
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
CB4 1UY
01223 357213
shop.5410@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.50 miles

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SPAR - Chesterton Road
249-251 Chesterton Road
Cambridge
CB4 1AS
01223 306660
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Clarendon Street Veterinary Surgery
28 Clarendon Street Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 1JX 01223 359021 info@clarendonstreetvets.co.uk Website 0.55 miles
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Arbury Road Veterinary Surgery
32 Arbury Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 2JE 01223 361911 info@arburyroadvets.co.uk Website 1.13 miles
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Vets4pets Cambridge Beehive
Pets At Home, Unit 7B Beehive Centre Coldhams Lane Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 3ET 01223 656 965 cambridgebeehive@companioncare.co.uk 1.20 miles

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The Queen'S Veterinary School Small Animal Hospital
University Of Cambridge Madingley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0ES 01223 337621 hospital@vet.cam.ac.uk Website 1.23 miles
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University Of Cambridge Admin Centre
University Of Cambridge Madingley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0ES 01223 337 627 pam65@cam.ac.uk 1.23 miles


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Cambridge Farm Animal Veterinary Services
University Of Cambridge Madingley Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0ES 01223 337647 cambridgefarm@vet.cam.ac.uk Website 1.23 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Chivers Lake
Nice Walk Around Lake, No On Lead Areas But Do Need To Be Careful Along Guided Busway Side As Fencing Is Poor. Not A Problem If Your Dog Has Good Recall. It's Perfect During Summer As It's Safe For Dogs To Swim. There Is A Large Field Next To The Holiday Inn Hotel Which You Can Get To From The Lake. Perfect For A Ball Game Or Game Of Chase With Other Dogs. My Dog Loves It There. Downside, People Do Not Always Clear Up Their Litter Which Is A Real Shame. 32 A14 Impington 1.89 miles

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Grantchester Meadows
Grantchester Meadows Grantchester 2.17 miles Head To Grantchester Village. Park Up. Follow Footpath Signs.

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Milton Country Park
Milton Country Park Is A Popular Place For Dog Walkers. There Are Signs To Say Where Dogs Must Be Kept On Lead But There Also Areas Where Dogs Can Run Free. There Are Lots Of Good Facilities, Toilets, A Small Cafe, Benches, Children's Park, Litter And Dog Bins. The Park Can Get Very Busy At Weekends, Weekdays Are Much Quieter. It's A Lovely Place For An Afternoon Stroll With A Couple Of Lakes For A Doggy Paddle But Watch Out For The Swans Who Get Grumpy If They Are Disturbed. Industrial Rd Cambridge Road Industrial Estate Milton Cambridge CB24 6AZ 2.57 miles

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Magog Down
Nice Off Lead Walk Around The Parameter Of The Gog Magog, Great View Of Cambridge. There Are Some Larger Fields That Can Be Walked Through But Dogs Must Be Kept On Leads As There Are Lots Of Birds Which Nest In The Long Grass In Spring And Also Sheep Which Are In A Secure Field. There Are A Few Benches Scattered Around To Rest You Feet. The Doggy Playing Field Is Nice To Watch Dogs Playing Together And Chat To Other Dog Owners. I Haven't Had Any Problems With Parking On The Times I've Been In The Week, Not Sure How Busy It Gets At The Weekend. Gog Magog Cottages Haverhill Rd Stapleford Cambridge CB22 5FX 4.38 miles

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Gog Magog Hills
Great Walks And Play Areas For Dogs Managed By The Gog Magog Trust Haverhill Rd Stapleford Cambridge CB22 5FX 4.43 miles Entrance Off Haverhill Road

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Fulbourn Country Walk
A Mixture Of Woodland, Fields And Bog Land With Steeped History Of The Local Area Presented On Route. 14 Stonebridge Ln Fulbourn Cambridge CB21 5BW 5.26 miles There Is Ample Parking By The Woods But A Lot More Parking At Fulbourn Recreation Ground.

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Weather Forecast

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