The 10 Best Shopping in Cambridge, England

January 28, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Cambridge might be best known for its university, home to some of the world’s greatest minds (Milton, Darwin, Hawking, etc.). But there’s a vibrant theater and arts scene here as well, and you’ll find fantastic contemporary restaurants mixed in with traditional pubs. Climb the tower of Great St. Mary’s Church for sweeping views of the city.
Restaurants in Cambridge

1. Heffers

20 Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1TY England +44 1223 463200 [email protected]
Excellent
84%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 31 reviews

Heffers

Heffers has been trading in Cambridge since 1876 and is part of the fabric of the historic city centre. We stock an amazing range of books, games, stationery and music, and our friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to provide advice and recommendations. Our excellent programme of events runs year-round, and features book launches, author talks, games nights and more. We are also a partner of and the official bookseller for the Cambridge Literary Festival.

Reviewed By mintzd - Cambridge, United Kingdom

I really like this place, great bookshop with wide selection buy my favourite is the basement where they keep a massive selection of games of all types and music. Really great place to relax and unwind while choosing a new book, album or game.

2. Camboats

Excellent
92%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 59 reviews

Camboats

Narrowboat and Eco Electric river trips on the River Cam in Cambridge. 45 minute and 1.5 hour Public Hop-on tours and Private Bespoke bookings from one hour to a whole day. Full up to date details of routes, times and availability at camboats website.

3. Fudge Kitchen

11 Kings Parade, Cambridge CB2 1SJ England +44 1223 350191 [email protected] http://www.fudgekitchen.co.uk/find-us/shops/cambridge-fudge-kitchen-shop/
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 231 reviews

Fudge Kitchen

We make fudge right in front of you in the shop! You can come in and watch, sample flavours for free and take our fudge home in lovely boxes.

Reviewed By emman56 - Freckenham, United Kingdom

We had a lovely morning making and sampling fudge after we were given a family ‘fudge making experience’ as a present. Lee and the boys in the shop were very friendly and keen for us to have a go creaming and loafing the salted caramel fudge. It was amazing to watch the whole process and join in with all the steps. It’s the children got involved and we were able to sample all the different flavours along the way. Would highly recommend!

4. Cambridge Food & Wine Society

43 Devonshire Road, Cambridge CB1 2BL England http://cambridgefoodandwinesociety.co.uk
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Cambridge Food & Wine Society

5. Kettle's Yard

Castle Street, Cambridge CB3 0AQ England +44 1223 748100 [email protected] http://www.kettlesyard.co.uk/
Excellent
77%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 342 reviews

Kettle's Yard

Come to Kettle's Yard to enjoy art in an inspiring setting. Experience changing exhibitions in our new galleries and explore a wonderful collection of art in a historic house. And it is all free. The new Kettle's Yard opened in February 2018 with galleries, creative spaces for activities and a cafe and a shop. There are free, changing exhibitions to visit throughout the year, showing artists from around the world. We also have a variety of events for all ages, from workshops to music concerts. Visit our website to find out what's on. In the House you can enjoy paintings, drawings, sculpture, ceramics and textiles. Works of art are displayed alongside natural objects like shells, pebbles and plants to create a unique place that many enjoy for its tranquility and beauty. We offer lots of art activities for all ages. Many of these are free and drop in, with no need to book. Find out about all our upcoming events on our website.

Reviewed By dr8484 - London, United Kingdom

A distinctive collection of 20th century art and a gallery exhibiting contemporary and modern art arranged in this modest private house - now part of the uni. Wonderful.

6. All Saints Garden Art and Craft Market

St John's Street, Cambridge CB2 1TW England +44 1223 457446 [email protected] http://www.allsaintsmarket-cambridge.org.uk
Excellent
74%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 35 reviews

All Saints Garden Art and Craft Market

Reviewed By sophiemZ7799JD

This little craft market near Trinity college is just a lovely gem! Original handmade items, made by friendly traders, who are always smiling and happy to share with you their passion for crafting! Definitely a place I love to stroll around.

7. Robert Graham Ltd Est 1874

Est 1874 9 Sussex Street, Cambridge CB1 1PA England +44 1223 354459 [email protected] http://www.whisky-cigars.co.uk/
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 24 reviews

Robert Graham Ltd Est 1874

Welsome to Robert graham 1874! We have a fantastic range of Whisky, Cigars, Pipes and Spirits, please come in a browse our selection. We also have a Cigar Smoking Lounge that you can sit back and relax with a coffee and a fine cigar! Pop in store and speak to our helpful expert staff about all things whisky and cigars today!

Reviewed By djdc81 - London, United Kingdom

Absolutely delightful place. Underneath the pleasant shop is a 'smoking lounge' with nice comfortable Chesterfield sofas and chairs and of course a humidor. This was a special event (although reasonably priced at £30pp) where we got to taste x 2 cigars and a lovely whisky and a very nice rum. Really interesting and friendly hosts and great conversation from the other participants. Would definitely go there again and bought some cigars to keep me going until my next visit. Highly recommended.

8. RSPCA Bookshop

188 Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3LP England +44 1223 212644 [email protected] http://www.rspcabookshop.co.uk
Excellent
67%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

RSPCA Bookshop

Second hand and antiquarian books at bargain prices. Due to our location in Cambridge we specialise in old scientific and mathematical books, but there is something for everyone. Much of our stock is donated by Cambridge academics who are down-sizing their libraries. Stock is refreshed weekly. All profits are used to fund the local animal welfare work of the RSPCA.

9. Cambridge University Press Bookshop

1 Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1SZ England +44 1223 333333 [email protected] http://www.cambridge.org/bookshop
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Cambridge University Press Bookshop

Cambridge University Press (CUP) bookshop is located at 1 Trinity Street, Cambridge which is one of the most historic sites in bookselling. Books have been sold here since at least 1581, making it the oldest bookshop site in the country. We are proud to showcase a huge range of Cambridge University Press publications and offer a calm, friendly atmosphere in which to browse.

10. Cambs Antiques Centre

Dales Brewery Gwydir Street 1-2 Dales Brewery, Corner Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 2LJ England +44 1223 356391 http://cambsantiques.com/
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2 reviews

Cambs Antiques Centre

An antique shop close to the Railway Station in Cambridge UK, off Mill Road. Almost 20 years in the same location with another Antique shop and Coffee shop as our neighbours. You may have seen us featured on Antiques Roadtrip and other TV Shows. A large selection of items from Furniture to small antique gifts. Driving to the shop? The local car park is over the road. Wheelchair access friendly.

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