Power, Women & Queer History Tour - by Uncomfortable Cambridge™

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About the Activity

Uncover the untold stories of Cambridge with this engaging walking tour that highlights the often-overlooked contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and women throughout the city's history. Your guide will take you back in time to highlight the many ways women have historically experienced the urban space and family life, uncover how masculinities have shaped and been shaped by the city landscape, and discuss queer experiences of the city. From groundbreaking women scholars to pivotal LGBTQIA+ figures, this tour offers a fresh and inclusive perspective on the city’s past. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper, more inclusive narrative of Cambridge. Each tour is led by university researchers who are passionate about Cambridge, its residents, and its diverse past. **PLEASE NOTE: We cannot always accommodate last-minute bookings for private or group tours. Please contact us directly if you want to book a tour within the next 24 hours.

1 hour 30 minutes

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Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Certified Uncomfortable Cambridge™ Tour Guide

Tips and gratuities

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Travel Itinerary

Maximum 20 travellers in this tour.

Locations in the itinerary

Parker's Piece

Parkside, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB1 1JFExplore the fascinating hidden history of Parker's Piece, today an open green space in the city centre.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Whipple Museum of the History of Science

Free School Lane, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 3RHThis building hosts one of the most famous historical laboratories in Cambridge. Stop to learn about the role of women in science at Cambridge.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Revisit the famous story of the discovery of DNA from a new perspective.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Pembroke College

Trumpington Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 1RFExplore the complexities of power, homosexuality, and gender in famous figures from Cambridge's past.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Laundress Green

Newnham Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB3 9EYExplore the significance of street names and the lasting impact of town women who helped build the city of Cambridge.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Meet your guide outside the University Arms hotel on Regent Street.View Location

End point

Tour finishes at Little St. Mary's Lane, nearby the river.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Uncomfortable Cambridge ToursCreated on 08 Dec 2024Created on 06 May 2025

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