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Britain By Car - A Motoring History


Created Date:

12 September 2015

Last Modified:

15 December 2023
Cambridge

Cambridge

A city, situated on the River Cam, probably best-known for its University, founded in the early 13th century.  Its college building, the oldest of which dates from 1286, have delightful courtyards, churches, and gardens; many of which are open to the public.

One of reason for the original development of the University was its position as an important trading and commercial centre.  Almost a thousand years later, this continues today.  Cambridge has a diverse economy, with a particular strength in high-tech businesses and research.

A city, situated on the River Cam, probably best-known for its University, founded in the early 13th century.  Its college building, the oldest of which dates from 1286, have delightful courtyards, churches, and gardens; many of which are open to the public.

One of reason for the original development of the University was its position as an important trading and commercial centre.  Almost a thousand years later, this continues today.  Cambridge has a diverse economy, with a particular strength in high-tech businesses and research.