Sin, Students, and Smugglers: Cambridgeshire’s Historic Pubs

Schedule

Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

Willingham Social Club | Cambridge, EN

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Ever wondered about the secrets hiding behind the beams of your favourite local? Join us for an evening of local lore as we trace the history of the county's most famous watering holes! 🏇
From the Great North Road to the misty Fens, our village history group is diving into:
Highwaymen: Why Dick Turpin hid in a local inn for nine weeks.
Smugglers: The "liquid highway" of the River Great Ouse.
Scientific Secrets: Where the "secret of life" was first announced.
Town vs Gown: The brawls and scandals of old Cambridge.
Whether you're a history buff or just like a good story, come along! We’ll be sharing maps, vintage photos, and maybe even a few ghost stories.
Find out more at the Old Willingham meeting on Monday the 31st August at 7.30pm in the Social Club £5 cash or card on the door to cover the cost of the room.
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We look forward to seeing you there—if you dare!
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Willingham Social Club, 20 Fen End, Cambridge, CB24 5, United Kingdom

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