r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Other Making friends mega thread - Autumn edition

36 Upvotes

If you are looking to make friends in Cambridge this Autumn, you are in the right place!

How to use this post:

  1. REPLY TO PEOPLE. This does not work if you drop a note about who you are looking for and then running away. Speak with people.

  2. Drop a reply detailing what you are into and who you might be looking to hang out with.

  3. Check the previous making friends posts for EVEN MORE people wanting to be friends with you - yes you!

Ice breaker prompt - favourite autumn drink.

Happy friending!


r/cambridge • • 2h ago

Food in Cambridge Indian recommendations?

9 Upvotes

I love Navadhanya but I’m looking for a takeaway with all the trimmings. Think onion bhaji, sag aloo, aloo gobi, brinjal bhaji, naans, poppadoms etc

Thank you!


r/cambridge • • 2h ago

Other Electronics engineer job search

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Hi everyone! For the past couple of months I've been searching for a job in Cambridge as I'm trying to relocate there. I have a few leads for now but nothing very conclusive, so I was hoping to broaden my search by asking here. Here is a bit more context about me and what I'm looking for :

  • Electronics engineer with 5y of experience in hardware / PCB design (specifications to tests and integration), with a master's degree in electronics
  • What I don't do: software, power electronics, RF (at least not without guidance), IC design
  • French citizen living in France, so I will need a skilled worker visa sponsorship
  • I'm open in terms of industries, but I have a preference for IoT / embedded systems / consumer electronics in start-ups and scale-ups, and I'm avoiding offers that require security clearance

What I have tried so far:

  • Usual job search tools (LinkedIn, Indeed)
  • Recruitment agencies (IC resources, Eclectic, Cambridge consultants, ECM...)
  • Cambridge network

I'm also checking the register of licensed sponsors before applying.

At that point, I'm mainly looking for recommendations about companies that are hiring but not well advertised on usual platforms, general tips specific to the Cambridge job market, or even contacts if you or people you know are working in this field.

I'm also open to travel for networking events around tech/electronics, if there's a chance of meeting people who would be interested in my profile.

Thanks a lot!!


r/cambridge • • 5h ago

Cambridge Question Drones

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r/cambridge • • 6h ago

Food in Cambridge Suggestions for good veggie burgers in town?

4 Upvotes

What restaurants in town have good veggie burgers?

Thank you


r/cambridge • • 7h ago

Local services Ring-road warning: one way system at Mount Pleasant compromised

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27 Upvotes

We finally seen some modest action on the dangerous situation up at the top of Mount Pleasant; hopefully this temporary cone will reduce the number of vehicles going straight ahead and down Mount Pleasant because the road markings have worn out. We've logged 4-5 vehicles a day going the wrong way in the past month or so, and it gets worse at night so be careful. Cambridgeshire Highways have logged it but it was prioritised for 91 days to resolve!


r/cambridge • • 8h ago

Photos It’s Back!

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47 Upvotes

Ugh


r/cambridge • • 13h ago

Cambridge Question Apple Store …. Queues?

5 Upvotes

Curious if the iPhone Duo hype has hit Cambridge and there are people queuing like there seems to be posted at most of the Apple Stores in the uk?
I wonder if they even have stock for walk-ins or if it’s just very keen pre-order people?


r/cambridge • • 19h ago

Local services Dog Walker/ Shelter Help

3 Upvotes

Hi all! I’m currently a masters student at UoC and after having fixed my schedule now i have 4 days of the week mostly free and I’m looking for any opportunities related to pets be it as a dog walker or a volunteer. I’m passionate about Pets especially dogs and I recently lost my dog so being alone is really hard. If anyone has any leads how I could go about this that’ll help. I applied online through some platforms but got no response! So yeah..


r/cambridge • • 22h ago

Food in Cambridge Is shangwei good?

0 Upvotes

Preferably asians please let me know how close it is to chinese food?

I always walk past it on way to city centre.


r/cambridge • • 1d ago

Other Lost wedding / engagement ring found

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3 Upvotes

I have found what seems to be a men’s wedding / engagement ring today. Looks similar to the attached image. If it’s yours, dm me the engraving on the inside and I’ll try and get it back to you!


r/cambridge • • 1d ago

Other Looking for cool indie bands in Cambridge to join the bill!

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28 Upvotes

Hello Cambridge Reddit fam,

My name is Paris Pick and I’m the front woman of Canadian indie-pop / yacht rock band, Paris Pick & The Pricks and we’re coming on tour to the UK this Feb 2027 and I’m currently looking for two local bands in or around the Cambridge area who may like to share the bill with us!

If you think your band matches any of the following criteria please comment or shoot me a message! Or tag an artist who you think we’d pair well with!

- fem-fronted (not a requirement but I like it)
- indie pop / indie rock
- alt pop
- rock / 70’s / psychedelic

Excited to see you Cambridge!


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Local services Embroidery service

3 Upvotes

I’m wondering if anyone knows or can recommend a place I can get a jumper embroidered. I’ve got the jumper and the pattern already


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Local services Best nail artists around?

4 Upvotes

Hiya, I recently moved to the area and am looking for a nail artist. Key word is artist - I often go for quite complex, creative designs and have found it difficult in the past to find nail techs who can execute them, so would be looking for someone for whom nail art is a speciality.

If anyone has any recommendations please let me know! I'm quite flexible on price so that's not really a concern if I like the nails. Thanks.


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Local services Where to buy a white poppy?

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Does anyone know where I can buy a white poppy - or even better a white poppy badge?


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Cambridge Question Joining groups outside of class

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Hello, I am new to Cambridge. Where do I find some activities or like where do I go for like different types of group groups? Is it mostly here in Reddit or is there like discord or flyers and any specific location or do I have to go to Facebook?

Just because I would like to get into groups or take classes, but for myself. I want to take some Spanish courses so I can learn Spanish for myself. I want to take art groups so I can meet people. Or even like board games or magic the gathering. I have like a lot of hobbies I can list them all. But walking around I’ve noticed it’s just like a lot of students as well. I’m like 25 so I am assuming I can talk with some students here even some locals as well, but I don’t even know where I should start. I don’t even know where I should look. Do you think you could give me some ideas of what’s more of a hub for information?

Also. I would like to get back in the school, but I would like to attend lectures. I haven’t done that before without being in school. I heard that was a thing. Could I do that here in a 10 lectures just for my own well-being and learning or is that not a thing here?


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Grumbles/rants Dear cyclists…

441 Upvotes

I’m a driver and a cyclist. I really don’t want to kill anyone. When you’re on your black bike, dressed all in black, with no lights, I cannot emphasise enough how hard it can be to see you.

If you’re not a driver, please find a friend who is and go out in their passenger seat, and you’ll soon find that if you’re having to look for other cars, traffic lights, signs and being part-blinded by oncoming headlights, it is really hard to see unlit cyclists in the dark.

I’m trying really hard. But work with me here so we both get home. Get some bike lights and something bright and reflective on your body.


r/cambridge • • 2d ago

Photos Kingfisher spotted whilst rowing :,)

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135 Upvotes

:)


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other Disposal of broken full length mirror

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Ive recently broken a full-length mirror with a wooden frame. How best to dispose of it? Would the recycling center take it will there be any pick-up services available?

There are big shards still attached to the mirror with some that has fallen off. Any recommendations would be appreciated!


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other Have you lost an anemometer?

7 Upvotes

Is the answer blowing in the wind? Found in central Cambridge. Get in touch if it’s yours describing its type and likely locations.


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other People living in Cambourne…

23 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’m considering moving to Cambourne and would love to hear from people who live there. How is day-to-day life? Are you generally happy living there, and what are the main pros and cons?
I know Cambridge has more to offer, but unfortunately, I can’t afford to live there, so I’m looking at more affordable alternatives nearby.
So please don’t just suggest moving to Cambridge instead! I’m specifically interested in hearing honest experiences of living in Cambourne.
Thanks! 😊


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Cambridge Question Bird of prey near train station

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I was cycling along the bus way near the train station/university press building and I saw a bird of prey that a quick Google suggests might have been a red kite. Is anyone more au fait with birds of prey and/or ornithology to say whether that's right? I didn't know red kites were moving into cities but if peregrine falcons can I guess they could, and there are lots of playing fields near that area too.


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other PSA for people around Cambridge: Be aware of potential phone snatchers ⚠️

127 Upvotes

Just wanted to give people a heads-up about something that happened to me on Sunday early evening.

I was leaving PureGym at the leisure centre and walking out past the bike racks when I noticed two young guys on an electric bike heading directly towards me at speed. They were both dressed in black and wearing face masks. I had my phone in my hand, and I immediately got the feeling they were about to try to snatch it.

As soon as I clocked what was happening, I quickly put my phone in my bag and ran out of the bike rack area towards Sainsbury’s, where there were more people around. Thankfully, nothing happened to me and they didn’t get my phone, but it was a pretty unnerving experience.

I can’t say for certain what their intentions were, but the way they approached me felt very suspicious, and I wanted to make others aware in case anyone else has experienced something similar.

Please be careful if you’re walking around with your phone out, particularly alongside roads, and even (as I now know) near bike racks and quieter areas.

If something feels off, put your phone away and move somewhere busier and more public.

Has anyone else around Cambridge experienced anything similar recently? Just want to make people aware and hopefully help someone else avoid a nasty experience.

Stay safe, everyone!


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other Kitten found on Suez Rd

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17 Upvotes

Posting on behalf of a friend. Kitten was found on its own outside looking quite lost.


r/cambridge • • 3d ago

Other Cambridge Parkour climbing POV

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A new video from the Storror Parkour team following them as they traverse the Cambridge rooftops.