Things to Do in June

Here are some things happening in June in the local area. If you want to let us know about any future event or activity, please email meldrethmatters@hotmail.com.

Saturday 4th June, 10.00am to 4.00pm St. Ives Antiques Fair Burgess Hall, Westwood Road, Cambridgeshire PE27 6WU

Fun and friendly antiques fair with around 50 dealers selling affordable antique and vintage pieces - ceramics, glass, maps, postcards, silver, jewellery, small pieces of furniture etc. Plenty of free parking, wheelchair access and on-site catering. Entry £2.50, concessions £2.

Friday 10th June, 3.00pm to 4.00pm From Darwin to Dodos - University Museum of Zoology David Attenborough Building Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3EJ

Uncover the stories behind the Museum’s fascinating collections, from the beetles of Charles Darwin to the tale of their fin whale. What did Darwin collect on the Voyage of The Beagle and what can we learn about the man and his theories on evolution? Hear about all this and more on a guided tour of one of Cambridge’s hidden gems. Free but suggested donation of £5. Suitable for ages 12 plus.

Sunday 19th June, 2.30pm to 5.30pm Madingley Hall Open Garden Madingley Hall, Cambridge CB23 8AQ

Eight acres of attractive grounds landscaped by Capability Brown with walled garden, hazel walk, alpine beds, topiary, rose pergola and medicinal border. Admission £6, children free. Home-made teas in St Mary Magdalene Church in the Hall grounds (Hall itself not open).

Tuesday 21st June, 10.00am to 12noon Summer Wildflowers of Wandlebury Wandlebury Country Park, Gog Magog Hills CB22 3AE

Want to learn more about wild flowers? Enjoy a gentle walk around the woods and meadows of Wandlebury with one of the wardens who will help you identify them. Meet at the noticeboard in the car park. Free event but donations to conservation work at Wandlebury appreciated.

Thursday 23rd June, 9.30am to 4.30pm Cambridgeshire County Day Newmarket July Course, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire CB8 0XE

Celebrating Cambridgeshire and the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee - family fun, entertainment, displays, dance, music, horse racing, sports to try and much more. Over 100 marquees showcasing the best of Cambridgeshire - businesses, charities and community organisations. Free event. Book at www.cambridgeshirecountyday.org.

Saturday 25th June, 7.45pm (doors and bar from 6.45pm) Lewis Barfoot and Elisabeth Flett: Woods and Water Stapleford Granary, Bury Road, Stapleford, Cambridge CB22 5BP

Be taken through a magical landscape of trees, rivers and birdsong with story-telling, music and song from folk artist and multi-instrumentalist duo. Tickets £22, £11 if under 25. Visit www.staplefordgranary.co.uk for more programme details and to book.

Saturday 25th, Sunday 26th June 11.00am to 4.00pm Benington Floral Festival and Open Gardens Benington Lordship, near Stevenage SG2 7BS

Lovely private gardens only open on selected days of the year. Roses, spectacular herbaceous borders, spring-fed ponds, walled kitchen garden and meadow areas. Adults £7, Children £3 (under 3 years free). Visit www.beningtonlordship.co.uk for further details and to book.

Sunday 26th June, 7.30pm Singing on the River King’s College, King’s Parade, Cambridge CB2 1ST

The King’s Men - a group of singers formed from the Choral Scholars of King’s College - perform a programme of madrigals, part songs and close harmony from punts moored to the banks of the river Cam. Bring your own picnic for a magical Cambridge evening! Tickets (prices to be confirmed) from the King’s College Visitor Centre on (01223) 769340.

Monday 27th June to Sunday 10th July, 11.00am onwards daily Strawberries and Screen - Live Coverage of Wimbledon Clayton Hotel, 27-29 Station Road, Cambridge CB1 2FB

Pop along to enjoy the tennis on the large outdoor screen - chairs on a first come first served basis. Copper Tree bar on hand to serve up some tempting refreshments while you watch.

Compiled by John Crawforth