Friday 18th July

Lottie moored just below Jesus Lock (in foreground) Linda's boat moored in front of us


It was fine this morning and we decided that we would do the city bus tour to acquaint ourselves with Cambridge. Our neighbour, Linda came with Ebony the dog and we all clambered to the top deck of the open top bus and hoped it would not rain.



Immaculate manicured graves

We decided to get off at the American Cemetery and WW2 memorial and have a walk round. It was very emotional and well worth the visit.

Inside the Chapel at the American War Cemetery

The weather was still good so we decided to press on and went on a chauffeured punt trip along the part of the river that is called The Backs. (Linda and Ebony declined!) It was a really good trip - Luke our guide actually goes to Leeds University but nevertheless was very knowledgeable about the local history.








In the Punt along the backs









Having now got to grips with the city both by road and by boat, we decided to walk under our own steam to retrace our steps to some of the places of interest. Cambridge is absolutely heaving with people at the moment, both with tourists and students but it all adds to the atmosphere. There are also plenty of parks and open spaces so it does not feel cramped.








Quite a few bikes in Cambridge!!!



We returned to the boat at about 5pm as it was just starting to rain. The forecast for tomorrow is strong winds, so we have arranged to leave with Linda to go through the lock together. She is then meeting friends and we aren't sure where we are going next.

Should there be a Congestion charge in Cambridge?

We have really enjoyed Cambridge but the 48 hours has been long enough as we have been here many times before.