568x700 JPG, 51KB Note the sundial, which dates from 1733. Botanic Gardens Cambridge botanical gardens are located on Bateman Street, which joins Trumpington Road and Mill Road. With woodlands, flower beds and glass-houses, it's a great place to lose yourself for a few hours. A thistle close-up. Here's one of the many boatyards from which you can hire a punt.
Punts can take six people in comfort, and can be hired for a modest hourly fee.
If you can, try it. It isn't the fastest way to travel, but speed isn't everything. It must be one of the most relaxing ways to spend your time. Here are some people enjoying themselves on the river Cam. And here we are again with Mike, Julie and Bonny the Boxer.