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From Syd’s birth place, school and college, to venues he attended and played at, to locations featured in his songs, Cambridge boasts many places that are full of significance for Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd fans. The City Wakes’ guided tours allow enthusiasts, and those who are simply curious, to make the most of this treasure trail, whilst also exploring Cambridge’s beautiful city centre.
Led by professional city guides, and incorporating the anecdotes and memories of Syd’s friends, the tours take in key sites throughout the city.
Three tours are available, each covering a different area and using a different mode of transport. Whether you want to go on foot, by mini-bus or …wait for it…on the back of a Harley Davidson, The City Wakes has a tour for you.
Tours start from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB
From Friday 24th October up to and including Sunday 2nd November
10.30am daily
e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB
Tours start from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB
24th, 25th, 26th and 31st October and 1st and 2nd November
2.00pm
e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB
Rides start at Scudamore's Punting Company Ltd, Granta Place, Mill Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1RS
Tours will be available from September 1st 2008 onwards
Tours can be booked for a time of your convenience and can begin anywhere between 9am and 5pm seven days a week
Tickets can be bought from Visit Cambridge, by e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB
Walking Tour
Taking in the plethora of Syd Barrett- and Pink Floyd- related sites in Cambridge City Centre, the walking tour visits locations including The Regal, The Dot, Market Square, Millers Music and the notorious Criterion Pub. It is also a great opportunity to take a closer look at Cambridge’s beautiful City Centre.
Dates and times: 10.30am daily from Friday 24th October up to and including Sunday 2nd November. Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: £7 Meeting point: The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB. Booking information: Tickets can be bought from Visit Cambridge, by e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB.
Mini-bus Tour
Exploring the area to the East of Cambridge in which Syd Barrett and Roger Waters grew up, the mini-bus tour takes in sites including Syd’s and Roger’s former homes and schools and their friends’ houses… with many lively anecdotes to relate along the way!
Dates and times: 24th, 25th, 26th and 31st October and 1st and 2nd November at 2pm Duration: 1.5 hours Price: £18 Meeting point: The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB. Booking information: Tickets can be bought from Visit Cambridge, by e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB.
Motorcycle Tour
A sensational tour on the back of a Harley Davidson of Syd Barrett- and Pink Floyd- related sites in Cambridge and the surrounding area. Including many of the locations covered by the walking and mini-bus tours, as well as Granchester Meadows and destinations further outside Cambridge, this tour is a must for all motorbike enthusiasts!
A maximum of two bikes go out at once, with one person riding pillion on each bike. All necessary equipment (helmet, leathers etc) is provided.
Dates and times: Tours can be booked for a time of your convenience and can begin anywhere between 9am and 5pm seven days a week. Tours will be available from September 1st 2008 onwards. Duration: 1 hour Price: £39 per person Meeting point: Scudamore's Punting Company Ltd, Granta Place, Mill Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1RS. You should aim to arrive at Scudamores approximately 10 minutes before the start of your tour. Booking information: Tickets can be bought from Visit Cambridge, by e-mail (tours@cambridge.gov.uk), by phone (01223 457 574) or in person from The Cambridge Visitor Information Centre, The Old Library, Wheeler Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QB. Website: www.rideandseek.co.uk
