
Rainy-Day Cambridge — What to Do When the Weather Turns
01 Feb 2026
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Episode notes
Join your host, Terence Williams, as we explore six great Cambridge spots that shine when the rain starts falling. From free museums to cosy cafés and indoor activities, this episode proves that a grey day doesn’t have to spoil your plans in Cambridge.
Places featured:
Fitzwilliam Museum
Website: fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk
Address: Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1RB
Highlights: Free entry, spacious galleries, and world-class collections. A perfect rainy-day refuge that’s both calming and inspiring.
Cambridge University Museum of Zoology
Website: mcz.cam.ac.uk
Address: Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3EJ
Highlights: Fascinating exhibits ranging from fossils to giant whale skeletons. Compact, engaging, and ideal for curious minds of all ages.
The Centre for Computing History
Website: computinghistory.org.uk
Address: Rene Court, Coldham’s Road, Cambridge CB1 3EW
Highlights: Interactive exhibits and retro gaming make this one of the most fun indoor attractions in the city — especially good for teens and adults.
Fitzbillies
Website: fitzbillies.com
Address: 51–53 Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1RG
Highlights: Warm up with coffee and a famous Chelsea bun. A cosy classic that feels made for drizzly Cambridge afternoons.
Heffers Bookshop
Website: heffers.co.uk
Address: 20 Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1TY
Highlights: Browse for hours without spending a penny. Comfortable, atmospheric, and perfect when you want to escape the weather.
Cambridge Junction
Website: junction.co.uk
Address: Clifton Way, Cambridge CB1 7GX
Highlights: Check what’s on — from live music to comedy and theatre — for a rainy evening done right.