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Cambridge University Botanic GardensThe gardens were opened in 1846 and provide habitat for a wide variety of plant species. There are a number of different habitat zones, incluing a Rock Garden, featuring alpine plants from every continent, Water Garden, Tropical rainforest, and glasshouses with seasonal displays. The Systematic Beds feature over 80 varieties of flowering plants. Of the many important collections at the gardens it is wortth mentioning the lavendar, geraniums, and the collection of Native British Plants. There are collections of winter plants, Herbaceeous and Wildflower Borders, a Scented Garden, even an Autimn Colour Garden. The administration of the garden organizes an ongoing program of special and educational events troughout the year, and groupbooking are possible if arranged in advance. Opening Details Location
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HISTORY CORNERName the Historic attractionBritish Heritage AwardsCelebrate the best of British Heritage in our annual British History QuizThis naturalist sailed with Captain Cook 1768-71) and his collections are preserved in the british Museum This Day in British History12 February, 1554 Lady Jane Grey executed Grey became famous as the 'Nine Days Queen', a pawn in the ambitions of the Earl of Northumberland Monarch Mayhem
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