Cambridge (/ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒ/ KAYM-brij) is a university city and the county town of Cambridgeshire, England, on the River Cam approximately 55 miles (89 km) north of London.

Is Cambridge in London?

Location. Cambridge is a large town in Cambridgeshire, about 80km north of London. It is dominated by the university buildings, which have been a part of the town’s history for over 800 years. Cambridge is a small city and almost all of the colleges and departments are central to each other.

Is Cambridge in Essex?

Cambridgeshire (abbreviated Cambs.) is a county in the East of England, bordering Lincolnshire to the north, Norfolk to the north-east, Suffolk to the east, Essex and Hertfordshire to the south, and Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire to the west. The city of Cambridge is the county town.

Which part of England is London?

London is situated in southeastern England, lying on both sides of the River Thames some 50 miles (80 km) upstream from its estuary on the North Sea.

Why is Cambridge so famous?

Best known for its legendary university, Cambridge is one of the most famous cities in merry England. With greenery galore and beautiful old buildings as far as the eye can see, it’s a popular getaway-spot for Brits and tourists alike.

Why is it called Cambridge?

Originally, the river was called the Granta, so consequently Cambridge was first called ”Granta Brygg’, it did not become Cambridge until much later. Then, because the town had become ‘Cambridge’, the assumption was that the river must therefore be the Cam, and so that was what it became!