Cambridge, Past, Present & Future is the only independent, local charity that looks at the bigger picture of the development of Cambridge. Whether historic buildings, green spaces, nature,
housing or infrastructure – we are passionate about all of it. Protecting, enhancing and celebrating all that’s good about this special city, and its surrounding areas. We act as a voice of reason and conscience for those who are responsible for greater Cambridge’s future. Ensuring that it moves forwards with respect for nature, history and the people who live here. No other organisation cares about the past, present and future of Cambridge the way we do. Our sole purpose is to make sure that, no matter how Cambridge progresses, it retains everything that connects us to its history and makes it a vital, and beautiful place to be. To this end, we work with the people of Cambridge and other organisations to protect, enhance and celebrate everything that makes Cambridge special, for today and for generations to come. Our mission is very simple (yet, at the same time, very complex) – to make sure the development of Cambridge is carried out responsibly. Improving this great place, for people and nature. We own, care for and open to the public Wandlebury Country Park (scheduled monument, grade II listed buildings and County Wildlife Site), Coton Countryside Reserve, Cambridge L***r Chapel (grade I listed), Bourn Windmill (scheduled monument, grade I listed) and Hinxton Watermill (grade II listed). Most of these have been, or are in the process of being, saved and restored. Our parks and historic buildings provide community space for people of all ages to enjoy the outdoors, experience nature and heritage and get exercise and fresh air. For example, Wandlebury Country Park receives over 120,000 visits per year. We provide a programme of educational, cultural and recreational events for the local community. In a typical year we organise around 100 events and provide educational activities for 2,000 school children. We carry out work on our green spaces to protect and enhance biodiversity.
