Past Events

Expert tour guides will be taking NVS members on a walking tour of Cambridge on selected dates. The walks will be on Tuesdays after the talk ends and last around an hour. Members will be told which dates and where to meet in the newsletter.

For registered NVS members only.

Although the first women's college was founded in 1869: it was a long-contested history.

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for English conversation practice, where a whole range of different topics will be discussed. We split into small groups and chat informally about various subjects.

Meditation and mindfulness techniques can help reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and bring focus. It just takes a little patience and gentle effort over a period of time to develop them and build understanding of one's mind and feelings. While the initial benefits can be felt quite quickly; the greater benefits accrue later.

Please join us to celebrate and learn about Tu B’Shvat, a Jewish agricultural holiday and ecological awareness day. It is a day that is known as the "New Year of the Trees," marking the start of a new fruit cycle. 

UniCam Babies is a group led by University Childcare Services for NVS members and the wider university community and their young children.

Simone invites you to join her for a leisurely walk. The walks are during the weekend for about an hour and a half. These will be informal walks,  when pushchairs and children are welcome too: stroll along with new friends and enjoy the time together.

A guided tour of Beth Shalom Reform Synagogue in central Cambridge - including a chance to handle some of the objects used in Jewish practice.

Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter for the password.

Join our volunteer, Hyungi, along with other members, as we prepare a delicious meal together. You will cook alongside Hyungi as she demonstrates how to make some popular Korean Street food dishes. End the session by enjoying the meal you’ve prepared together and sharing lunch with the group.

Whether you are experienced in crochet, a long-time knitter, or trying it out for the first time, join our group on Thursdays from 10:00-12:00. Everyone is welcome, crochet or knitting is not essential. Most materials will be provided. 

Expert tour guides will be taking NVS members on a walking tour of Cambridge on selected dates. The walks will be on Tuesdays after the talk ends and last around an hour. Members will be told which dates and where to meet in the newsletter.

For registered NVS members only.

This talk will focus on printing banknotes and the many varied features to try and hinder the forger. Banknotes still sit at the pinnacle of all printed products, each note passes through several presses, using steel plates still engraved by human hand.

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for English conversation practice, where a whole range of different topics will be discussed. We split into small groups and chat informally about various subjects.

Come and join us for a visit to one of Cambridge's traditional pubs. There is no need to book, just meet Jonathan Collis outside Great St Mary’s Church, CB2 3PQ, near the Senate House at 18.00. This is a great opportunity to meet others. We look forward to seeing you there!

Meditation and mindfulness techniques can help reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and bring focus. It just takes a little patience and gentle effort over a period of time to develop them and build understanding of one's mind and feelings. While the initial benefits can be felt quite quickly; the greater benefits accrue later.

UniCam Babies is a group led by University Childcare Services for NVS members and the wider university community and their young children.

Described as Europe’s first Eco-Mosque, the building is a centre for Islamic prayer and learning. The award-winning structure includes a grand prayer hall, a madrasa for Islamic learning and a beautiful central garden, an oasis of tranquility and peace.

Enjoy all that this wonderful National Trust property has to offer including: the grand country home of American born Lord Fairhaven, the fabulous gardens, all walking trails and woodland park play area for children.

Around the World with Women Writers is a participant-led lively and friendly international forum for those who are interested in women writers from around the world.

Exclusive Guided Tour of a Cambridge College - following coffee in the Lodge

Coffee in a Cambridge College Master's Lodge. Suitable for adults and accompanied children.

Click HERE to book your tickets! Refer to the weekly newsletter for the password.

For registered NVS members only.

Whether you are experienced in crochet, a long-time knitter, or trying it out for the first time, join our group on Thursdays from 10:00-12:00. Everyone is welcome, crochet or knitting is not essential. Most materials will be provided. 

Expert tour guides will be taking NVS members on a walking tour of Cambridge on selected dates. The walks will be on Tuesdays after the talk ends and last around an hour. Members will be told which dates and where to meet in the newsletter.

For registered NVS members only.

The crises, from court backlogs to overcrowded prisons to losing prisoners.

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for English conversation practice, where a whole range of different topics will be discussed. We split into small groups and chat informally about various subjects.

Meditation and mindfulness techniques can help reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and bring focus. It just takes a little patience and gentle effort over a period of time to develop them and build understanding of one's mind and feelings. While the initial benefits can be felt quite quickly; the greater benefits accrue later.

UniCam Babies is a group led by University Childcare Services for NVS members and the wider university community and their young children.

Expert tour guides will be taking NVS members on a walking tour of Cambridge on selected dates. The walks will be on Tuesdays after the talk ends and last around an hour. Members will be told which dates and where to meet in the newsletter.

For registered NVS members only.

In 2025, a five-year project at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (MAA) to hazard-check, transport, photograph and rehouse over 300,000 objects to the Centre for Material Culture (CMC) came to an end.

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for English conversation practice, where a whole range of different topics will be discussed. We split into small groups and chat informally about various subjects.

Join us at the University Centre on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30.  This is a great opportunity to meet other members, our volunteers and group leaders.  There is a children's play area and refreshments will be served. We look forward to welcoming you.

Join us at the University Centre on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30.  This is a great opportunity to meet other members, our volunteers and group leaders.  There is a children's play area and refreshments will be served. We look forward to welcoming you.

Join us at the University Centre on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30.  This is a great opportunity to meet other members, our volunteers and group leaders.  There is a children's play area and refreshments will be served. We look forward to welcoming you.

Around the World with Women Writers is a participant-led lively and friendly international forum for those who are interested in women writers from around the world.