Cambridge Biomedical Campus

06/11/2026

🧬🔬Giving young people a hands-on introduction to STEM 🧫🧪

We were delighted to host a group of 9-11 year olds on Campus as part of our programme to inspire local children to become little life-savers and explore a career in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Our Campus Safari gave them a hands-on experience of working in science and healthcare on the Campus, which is the biggest employment site in Cambridge.

The Safari was organised by Cambridge Biomedical Campus Ltd (CBC Ltd) in collaboration with Form the Future, an education non-profit that connects young people with employers and career opportunities.

The morning began with activities led by a team from Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Pupils looked at different types of cells under microscopes, learned how blood is taken and how to use a stethoscope. They also found out how to help someone who is choking.

In the afternoon, pupils went to the Royal Papworth Hospital to build model lungs, learn how blood is tested, explore how dreams work and see how an ultrasound machine is used. The day ended with interactive activities led by the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute. Pupils explored how climate change affects parasite migration through board games and viewed samples of parasites under a microscope.

The pupils enjoyed the experience, with one Year 5 pupil saying: “I enjoyed everything and the people were very kind and helpful.”
A Year 6 pupil added: “I liked the medical room, it could not have been any better!”

Nick Kirby, Managing Director of CBC Ltd, said: “We believe there are opportunities for everyone to build a career on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Experiences like this can help young people see what’s possible for their future and enable choices for them to flourish. The realisation that every career path here makes a difference to the shared vision of extending and improving human life is a powerful one.”

30/10/2026

🚍 Bus service update: No.7 Stagecoach bus to serve Cambridge South Station 🚍

From 1st November, Service 7 (Cambridge/Sawston/Pampisford/Saffron Walden) will now serve Cambridge South Railway Station, with buses going in either direction stopping outside the Heart and Lung Research Institute (What3Words for the stop: ///modes.record.firms).

However, it will no longer serve Cambridge main train station (the Botanic Gardens will be the nearest stop for Cambridge train station passengers on the No7 service). The Guided Busway services still connect the Campus to Cambridge Central Railway Station. More info on the Stagecoach website.

(note: photo below is a different bus stop on campus)

29/10/2026

❄️ Save the dates for our upcoming winter festivities! All events are free and open to everyone.

🎄 Christmas tree lights switch-on
📅 Wednesday 25 November from 5pm
📍The Green - between Royal Papworth Hospital and AstraZeneca

Come along to see our 35ft Christmas tree light up at 5.30pm, followed by festive songs from our Campus Community Choir. Food vans will be serving hot baps, crêpes and mulled w**e ahead of the switch-on.

🛍️ Winter Market
📅 Wednesday 25 November from 2–5pm
📍 The Hub

Take a look around the stalls and see what catches your eye, from gifts to local produce.

🎅 Christmas Market
📅 Friday 4 December 12–6pm
📍Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre and next door at Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute

Enjoy festive stalls, food and music. Children’s art activities and visits to Santa’s grotto will also be available from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.

We hope to see you there!

Find details of all three events on the CBC website.

28/10/2026

🚨One week until our final bike marking event of the year!

The police will be marking bikes to help deter theft and make it easier to return recovered bikes to their owners.

📍 The Green and The Gardens (outside the front of Royal Papworth Hospital and AstraZeneca’s Discovery Centre).

Find out more in the events section of the CBC website.

26/10/2026

🚨Our Tabletop Escape Room: Bank Robbery challenge is happening tomorrow, Tuesday 27 October!

Put your problem-solving skills to the test, work together to crack the safe and see if you can beat the other teams to the gold. 🪙

Book as a group or individually, with teams of up to eight arranged on the day.

🕒 5:30–6:30pm
📍 The Hub, Cambridge Biomedical Campus
🎟️ £10 per person, with all profits to be donated to Maggie's Cambridge

The event is open to everyone, but due to the nature of the puzzles and gameplay, it’s recommended for ages 14 and over.

Visit the events section of the CBC website to find out more and book your place - link also in comments

23/10/2026

It’s always lovely to welcome students onto our Campus and give them a glimpse of the people, organisations and work happening here.

Better connections across the city make it easier for more young people to visit and learn about the careers available to them.. You never know what might spark their interest!

We look forward to welcoming more students in the future!

Last week our Year 9 students visited the Cambridge Biomedical Campus as part of Cambridge 2030’s North Cambridge Futures initiative.

Following the opening of Cambridge South station, a cross-city journey that once took over an hour now takes just 11 minutes. This game-changing rail link is breaking down physical barriers, helping young people in the north of the city access world-class employers like AstraZeneca, GSK, and Cambridge University Hospitals.

Accompanied by Ms Driver, Ms Alison Taylor (Chair of Cambridge 2030) and Julie Spence OBE, Lord-Lieutenant of Cambridgeshire, students enjoyed a site tour AstraZeneca and an inspiring Q&A panel with industry leaders from science, healthcare, construction, and hospitality showing the students what careers are open to young people.

Proof that better transport connectivity equals better opportunities for the next generation! 🌟

22/10/2026

⏳ Just five days to go until our Tabletop Escape Room: Bank Robbery challenge!

Working in teams, you’ll take on the role of professional bank thieves attempting one last big score. Follow the clues, solve the puzzles and crack the safe before the competition beats you to it!

Communication, teamwork and quick thinking will be key as you race to claim the gold.

You can book as a group or individually, with teams of up to eight arranged on the day.

📅 Tuesday 27 October
🕒 5:30–6:30pm
📍 The Hub on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus
🎟️ £10 per person, all profits will be donated to Maggie's Cambridge

Visit the events section of the CBC website to find out more and book your place - link also in comments.

21/10/2026

🚲 This is your final chance to get your bike security marked for free on Campus this year.

The police will be at The Green and The Gardens on Wednesday 4 November from 1–3pm.

Bike marking helps deter thieves and makes it easier for the police to return your bike if it’s stolen and recovered.

Everyone is welcome, including staff, patients and members of the public.

Find out more in the events section of the CBC website - link in comments.