A Floral Haven: Cambridge University Botanic Garden

Getting There

• Walking

  From Grantchester, head northeast on Grantchester Road (B1046) towards Cambridge. Continue walking along this road for about 0.6 miles (1 km) until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto the A603/Queens Road. Continue straight for approximately 0.3 miles (500 meters) until you reach the junction with Brookside. Turn left onto Brookside. The Cambridge University Botanic Garden will be on your right after about 0.2 miles (300 meters). The total walking distance is approximately 1.1 miles (1.8 km) and should take around 20-25 minutes.

• Bicycle

  If you have access to a bicycle, you can take a scenic route from Grantchester to the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. Start by cycling northeast on Grantchester Road (B1046). After about 0.6 miles (1 km), turn left onto A603/Queens Road. Continue for about 0.3 miles (500 meters), then turn left onto Brookside. The Botanic Garden will be on your right after approximately 0.2 miles (300 meters). The cycling distance is similar to walking, around 1.1 miles (1.8 km), but should take about 10-15 minutes.

• Bus

  For those preferring public transport, you can catch a bus from Grantchester to Cambridge. Head to the nearest bus stop on Grantchester Road and take the bus number 3 or 7 towards Cambridge City Centre. Get off at the 'Pembroke College' stop. From there, walk northeast along the A603/Queens Road, then turn left onto Brookside. The Botanic Garden will be on your right after about 0.2 miles (300 meters). Note that the bus fare will typically cost around £2-£3 depending on your ticket type.