Cambridge

Introducing Cambridge

The name says it all. Despite the rambunctious Waikato River looking nothing like the Cam, the good burghers of Cambridge have done all they can to assume an air of English gentility. There are village greens, avenues lined with magnificent exotic trees and an indecent number of faux-Tudor houses. Even the Superloo looks like a Victorian cottage.

Famous for the breeding and training of thoroughbred horses, you can almost smell the wealth of the area in its charming main street, dotted with fine Edwardian and Art Deco buildings. Equine references are rife in public sculpture, and plaques boast of Melbourne Cup winners. It’s an altogether pleasant place to work on your ‘rah-rah’ voice and while away a day or two.

Last updated: Feb 17, 2009