The Backs
CambridgeMeadows and lawns where Cambridge's colleges meet the River Cam, crossed by bridges including the Mathematical Bridge.
Get directionsGardenTime here: 45 min – 1.5 h
On the map
Bene't Street, Cambridge, CB2 1ST
Quick facts
St John's, Trinity, Trinity Hall, Clare, King's and Queens' all have grounds running down to the river.
Cattle still graze the meadow behind King's College.
In 2013 Simon Jenkins included the Backs among his top ten views in England.
Address
Bene't Street, Cambridge, CB2 1ST
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