Cambridge Parks and Recreation

Cambridge offers a diverse range of green spaces, from the historic college gardens of The Backs to specialized sports facilities like Fenner's Cricket Ground. The city features unique recreational sites including the Jesus Green Lido, one of the longest outdoor pools in Europe, and public spaces like Coleridge Recreation Ground and Lammas Land, which provides a dedicated paddling pool. Many areas are managed by University colleges, serving as hubs for cricket, football, and traditional English lawn sports.

The Backs

The Backs is a picturesque area to the east of Queen's Road in the city of Cambridge, England, where several colleges of the University of…

Jesus Green Lido

Jesus Green Swimming Pool is a lido situated on Jesus Green in Cambridge, England.

Fenner's Cricket Ground

Fenner's is Cambridge University Cricket Club's ground.

Scholar's Walk Park

Neighborhood green space situated near the railway line in southern Cambridge.

Coleridge Recreation Ground

Public recreation area featuring tennis courts, a children's playground, and a seasonal paddling pool.

Clare College Sports Ground

Private athletic facility for Clare College members, primarily used for cricket and field sports.

St Catharine's College and Christ's College Sports Ground

Shared collegiate sports field providing space for football, rugby, and cricket matches.

Homerton College Football Pitch

Grass football field located on the Homerton College campus.

Perse Preparatory School playing fields

Private school playing fields used for cricket and outdoor sports education.

Cricket Nets

Outdoor practice nets for cricket training located near college sports grounds.

Pembroke College Sports Ground

Private sports ground for Pembroke College, including grass pitches and tennis courts.

Downing College Sports Ground

University sports facility serving the students and members of Downing College.

Lammas Land Paddling Pool

Free seasonal shallow pool located within the public park at Lammas Land.