Jesus Green, Cambridge Travel Guide

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Jesus Green

A brief summary of Jesus Green

Open riverside lawns and sports fields in central Cambridge used daily by residents and visitors.

Jesus Green is a large open park in Cambridge with wide lawns, sports facilities, and direct access to the River Cam. It functions as a daily green space for locals and visitors seeking open-air recreation without entry fees or timed restrictions.

1–3 hrsTime to spend
FreeFree entry
OutdoorSetting
4 / 5Mobile signal

On-site amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Seating areas
  • Trash bins
4.6 Excellent · 4,446 Google reviews
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Opening hours

  • Every dayOpen 24 hours

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address
Jesus Green Cambridge
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Getting there

Walk

Fifteen-minute level walk from Cambridge city centre via Jesus Lane.

Cycle

Cycle paths connect directly to the park from the city centre and river towpath.

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Layout and Setting

Jesus Green occupies a flat expanse of grass bordered by the River Cam on one side and residential streets on the others. The space is divided into large open lawns, a central playground area, and marked sports pitches.

Daily Use Patterns

The park remains open at all hours. Morning and evening see joggers and dog walkers. Midday brings families to the playground and groups playing football or cricket on the pitches.

River Cam Frontage

A continuous path runs along the water’s edge. Punts and rowing boats pass regularly, giving the park a working waterway atmosphere rather than a purely ornamental one.

Facilities on Site

Public toilets are located near the playground. Benches are spaced along the main paths. Drinking water is not provided on site, so visitors carry their own supplies.

Access and Surroundings

The park is reached on foot from central Cambridge in under fifteen minutes. Nearby streets offer limited parking. The ground is level with no significant elevation changes.

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Best time to go

Quietest: Jan, Feb & Dec · before 6am or at 10pm

How busy it gets, month by month Estimated
  1. Jan: 33% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  2. Feb: 33% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
  3. Mar: 56% of the busiest month
  4. Apr: 67% of the busiest month
  5. May: 78% of the busiest month
  6. Jun: 89% of the busiest month
  7. Jul: 100% of the busiest month
  8. Aug: 100% of the busiest month
  9. Sep: 78% of the busiest month
  10. Oct: 67% of the busiest month
  11. Nov: 44% of the busiest month
  12. Dec: 33% of the busiest month, one of the quietest
How busy it gets, hour by hour Estimated
  1. 12am: 11% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  2. 5am: 11% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  3. 6am: 33% of the busiest hour
  4. 7am: 56% of the busiest hour
  5. 8am: 67% of the busiest hour
  6. 9am: 78% of the busiest hour
  7. 10am: 89% of the busiest hour
  8. 11am: 89% of the busiest hour
  9. 12pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  10. 1pm: 100% of the busiest hour
  11. 2pm: 89% of the busiest hour
  12. 3pm: 89% of the busiest hour
  13. 4pm: 78% of the busiest hour
  14. 5pm: 67% of the busiest hour
  15. 6pm: 56% of the busiest hour
  16. 7pm: 44% of the busiest hour
  17. 8pm: 33% of the busiest hour
  18. 9pm: 22% of the busiest hour
  19. 10pm: 11% of the busiest hour, one of the quietest
  20. 11pm: 11% of the busiest hour

Busy times are Evendo estimates for a typical year, to help you plan. Actual crowds vary with events, school holidays and the weather.

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