Cambridge Folk Festival

Cambridge Junction (Clifton Way, CB1 7GX) is conveniently located just a short walk from Cambridge Railway Station. Trains run frequently to Cambridge from London and other UK cities, making the journey easy. For example, the train from London King's Cross to Cambridge takes around 50 minutes. From the station it's a 10-minute walk along Station Road and Hills Road to the Junction's entrance. Local buses also serve the area: Stagecoach Cambridge routes along Hills Road and Cherry Hinton Road stop close to the venue, connecting it with the city centre and nearby neighbourhoods. In the evenings, Cambridge's night buses cover central routes, so it's easy to return by bus or taxi after a late show. Cycling is very popular in Cambridge, and the venue provides plenty of secure bike racks for visitors arriving by bicycle.

By car, Cambridge is easily reached via the M11 motorway: from London or the south, take the M11 northbound (exit 12 is Cambridge), while from the north or west use the A14/A428 into the city and follow local signs. The venue's postcode (for SatNav) is CB1 7GX. For parking, there is a secure multi-storey car park (Cambridge Leisure) next door on Clifton Way. Daytime visitors can collect a discount code for the car park at the Junction's box office. Alternatively, you may use one of Cambridge's Park and Ride sites on the outskirts (such as Milton, Madingley or Newmarket Road) and take a bus into the city centre.

For air travel, the nearest major airport is London Stansted (about 30-40 minutes by road or train). Other London airports are within reach too: London Luton (around 60-75 minutes by car), Heathrow (around 90 minutes) and London City (just over an hour by train). Cambridge also has a small local airport (Cambridge Airport, formerly Marshall) which handles private and charter flights, but most travellers use the larger airports. From any London airport it's simple to rent a car or take a train or coach into Cambridge. Once in the city, local taxis and rideshare services can bring you straight to the Junction.

Cambridge offers a range of accommodation to suit different preferences. Visitors can choose from hotels (budget to boutique) in or around the city centre - many of them within easy reach of Cambridge Junction by bus or a short taxi ride. There are also charming guest houses, bed and breakfasts and self-catering apartments in the city's historic neighbourhoods. For those on a tight budget, Cambridge even has a youth hostel and a few inns offering basic rooms. The summer high season fills up fast, so booking early is advised. Many locals also rent out spare rooms or whole cottages, and vacation rentals (like Airbnbs) can often be found in and around Cambridge. Camping enthusiasts will find campgrounds and caravan parks in the surrounding countryside, though note that Cambridge Junction does not have its own on-site camping facilities.