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September 11, 2017
Hiking
In 1838, a feast for 15,000 guests was held on Parker's Piece to celebrate the coronation of Queen Victoria
July 10, 2019
Hiking
•August 30, 2022
Cycling
Parker's Piece is a 25-acre square green common located near the centre of Cambridge, regarded by some as the birthplace of the rules of Association Football.
The two main walking and cycling paths across it run diagonally, and the single lamp-post at the junction is known as Reality Checkpoint, with a few interesting theories circulating as to how it got that name.
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Embark on an easy hike through the heart of Cambridge, exploring its historic colleges and the serene River Cam. This 4.9-mile (7.8 km) loop, with a minimal elevation gain of…
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Elevation 20 m
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