Cambridge Stag Do, Party & Weekend Activities

y well set up for leisure and entertainment, no bad thing for our stag weekend visitors. On top of the fun and quality there are a range of quality stag weekend activities to keep you and the boys entertained.

Getting Around:

Cambridge is not a city for driving as parking costs are very high and automatic bollards lower to let public transport and emergency services through but could damage any unauthorised vehicle travelling too close behind. The city is compact enough to walk around, so buses shouldn't be needed. The train station is not very central therefore a bus will probably be needed on arrival into the city. Pedestrians are asked to be aware of cyclists as they commonly ride on shared pavement space. There are plenty of places to lock up bikes, though make sure they're locked well as bicycle theft is rife. Must See ' Punt down the River Cam ' Stroll through the picturesque parks that make up The Backs, gardens behind the Colleges ' Take a guided tour of Cambridge University ' Watch outdoor Shakespeare in summer ' Catch the next John Cleese in Footlights comedy troupe at the ADC ' Dance to top DJs at popular club Fez ' Drink at the water-side pub Granta located on the terrace

History&Culture

Cambridge is well known for its deep culture and history stemming from its world renowned University. The city was born when scholars left Oxford after a dispute and established the new university in 1209. Since then, the university has been synonymous with the city itself and you can't really talk about one without the other. Cambridge, steeped in the same depth of history and tradition as its rival, has churned out greats scientist such as Sir Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking and produced more Nobel Prize winners than any other institution. The scientific legacy continues and today Cambridge is a centre for science and high-tech industry which is known as Silicon Fen coming from the well-known Silicon Valley slant from the United States of America.

Night Life:

Typical of a student town there are loads of pubs in the city, the most famous being The Eagle ' a favourite since it was established in the 1500s but on the downside its popularity means it's often in Peterborough or Milton Keynes. With this being said the Moroccan-themed Fez has been a popular joint . The night-life in the city is on the quieter side, with the bright lights and banging club tunes Cambridge is a safe bet for a good night out. Alternative club Kambar is a very popular hangout for alternative and indie music lovers.

The town is filled with great bars and clubs for you and your stags to enjoy. Some more great suggestions include:

Kuda - Modern club with boutique styling and a large dance floor, plus VIP booths and a cocktail bar.

Lola Lo - Dance club with themed parties 5 nights a week, decked out in hand-carved wood with Tiki booths.

Fez Club - Nightclub with Moroccan-themed decor, hosting eclectic weekly nights with music from indie to R&B.

Cambridge Stag Do Ideas

Cambridge is a great place to spend your stag party. Some of the most popular activities we offer here include:

Rally Carts  - Take excitement to a new level and enjoy the ultimate rally karts experience. Those with an adrenaline drive will be well catered for in this fast and fun activity as they negotiate a course of tricky twisty bends at top speed! With twists, turns, slaloms, chicanes and hairpins you will need to put all your skills to the test to get to the finish line!!

Paintballing - Looking for an action packed stag party? For the trigger happy, this activity is sure to offer a fast-paced and dynamic afternoon! A classic event that is ideal for team building on a party weekend. Let all your inhibitions and frustrations of the day evaporate in a blur of combat style fun, within the boundaries of a safe and adventurous environment! Choose whether to play as a team or go it alone as you strive for glory!

Golf - What better way to relax than enjoying a round of golf on your stag party. Take time out from the partying and get out your clubs to compete against your pals on this picturesque course. An activity for the novices and pros alike - who knows, you could be the next Rory McIlroy!

Quad Biking - If you love the thrill of the chase and an adrenalin rush then the Quad Biking activity is for you! The quad bike experience is a track event incorporating all the obstacles, manoeuvres, humps, bumps and ditches you would find on a trail, drawing on your skills and sense of adventure for any party group. This activity has plenty to keep you on your toes so get on your gear and put your foot to the floor!

Food/ Restaurant:

Even the meat loving locals love the vegetarian and vegan fare at Rainbow Cafe while fair trade foodies should head for Michaelhouse, a cafe which is housed in a beautifully converted church. For a less expensive choice, Free Press is a hidden gem on Prospect Row and a stand out for pub grub. The food reflect the surroundings with high quality restaurants that cater in a laid back atmosphere and supply high quality food allowing for a great prelim to a boozy night in the many pubs on offer in Cambridge city centre.

Wherever you choose to dine in Cambridge you can be sure it will be delicious. Some other suggestions include:

Galleria - Contemporary, split-level eatery serving international fusion cuisine, with 2 riverside terraces.

The Cambridge Chop House - Upscale rustic restaurant with an old-school British menu, set in a vaulted cellar dining room.

Midsummer House - Victorian-era, riverside cottage serving elegant French meals at smart tables in a conservatory.

Entertainment:

The main sporting events throughout the year are the famous Oxford vs Cambridge matches. These occur over a number of different sports and raise the normally reserved and educated locals to beer guzzling followers of the cause. A large contingent usually make the trip up to Twickenham to watch the rugby match which is a great excuse to try and get one over on the old foe Oxford something that if combined with a stag do could work extremely well! Folk Music. One of the largest folk music festivals in the UK is held annually in the grounds of Cherry Hinton Hall on the outskirts of the city. The festival is organized by the city council and has been since its inception in 1964. The Cambridge Summer Music Festival is an annual festival of classical music which is held in the University's colleges and chapels. The Cambridge Shakespeare Festival is an eight-week long season of open-air performances showcasing the works of William Shakespeare, held in the gardens of various colleges of the university. Started in 1977 the Cambridge Film Festival was held in July of every year, but was moved to September in 2008 to avoid a clash with the rescheduled Edinburgh Film Festival.

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