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Cambridge Past, Present & Future’s planning and built heritage conservation work.

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[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

The Big Give Earth Raise 2026 starts on Earth Day, Weds 22nd April 🌍 and for one week only, every donation to our Coton Wetland project will be DOUBLED.

Every £1 becomes £2 for nature 🌿

Keep your eyes out for the live link on Weds!

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

🌼 Coton Spring Clean is tomorrow!
Join a community litter pick as part of the Great British Spring Clean, help keep paths and hedgerows clear for people and wildlife.
📅 Sunday 19 April, 2pm–4pm
📍 Meet outside The Plough, Coton
Details: https://t.co/n5SM9tw9Q1

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

**Closing Date Monday 13 April 5pm**
CPPF is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to guide our charity through its next chapter - strengthening its voice and ensuring that Cambridge continues to thrive.
Full details and application pack:
https://t.co/JiEJFLGsmc

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

Today, a blue plaque was unveiled in Cambridge to honour Alec Nelson, one of Britain’s most influential, and largely forgotten, athletics coaches.
📍 The plaque will be installed at 4 All Saints’ Passage.
Read the full story here:
https://t.co/sNq3UJV9lD

[CambPPF P&C @cppf_pc]

@MonicaHone @markrwilliamson @CambridgeGreens @CambridgeLabour @CambsOpenMedia @ACarpenDigital @cambridgeppf did object and spoke at committee. Tried to get more landscaping. The setting of the Leper Chapel is changing.

[Sam Davies @Sam_in_Cam]

Big job @cppf_pc at a critical time for Cambridge. Thanks to James Littlewood for all his efforts
https://t.co/2nAWYLsben

[Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson]

Development corporation plans represent ‘a fundamental shift in local democracy’ - @CambridgePPF

[Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson]

New: Transferring planning powers to a Greater Cambridge development corporation would leave residents with “less say” than anywhere else in the UK - council.

https://t.co/9JzdKw8nTb

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

Who Decides Cambridge’s Future?
The Government is proposing to take over planning powers for major projects in Greater Cambridge. Join a vital free public debate on the pros and cons of this plan.
📅 Mon 23 March
🕖 7:00pm
📍 Wolfson College
🎟https://t.co/i7bzeA9iYx

[Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson]

Demolition of Cambridge art deco cinema blocked by inspector - BBC News https://t.co/Tg5uresVMJ

[CambPPF P&C @cppf_pc]

@markrwilliamson Good decision. Cambridge PPF spoke at the hearing, objection to the development.

[Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson]

The Cambourne to Cambridge busway public inquiry has closed.

https://t.co/ukJiITNdAL

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

This Sat 29 Nov: Wander the Fantastical Forest at Wandlebury. Experience community art & celebrate nature. Free event, donations welcome. https://t.co/UXnp3p4HFk #thingstodoincambridge #TreeCharter #fantasticalforest

[CambPPF P&C @cppf_pc]

Planning application for building to replace Kett House, Hills Rd #Cambridge Too big & uninspiring design next to locally & grade II listed buildings. Read what we said https://t.co/neC0j25hrz. Go to https://t.co/7WDILoKLkp to find out more & comment

[CambPPF P&C @cppf_pc]

Concerns raised in response to application for growth of Eddington #Cambridge. Will design code deliver a more interesting skyline & green corridors? Read what we said https://t.co/neC0j25hrz. @HistoricEngland also have concerns https://t.co/3fyXdYCVSh

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

AGM reminder — Fri 28 Nov, 6.30pm. Connect with trustees, learn about CambridgePPF’s work & share your voice. Tickets: £3 members / £6 non-members. Book: https://t.co/GT64Yp78pU #thingstodoinCambridge #Heritage

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

Can heritage and progress really coexist?

Our latest blog explores the ideas behind Griff Rhys Jones’ talk Blockers or Builders of the Future?

Read more: https://t.co/cL4xZFzPMa
Join us on Fri 28 Nov 🎟️ #GriffRhysJones #CambridgePPF #HeritageVsProgress

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

**WANDLEBURY COUNTRY PARK - CLOSED TODAY - 23RD OCTOBER**

Due to storm Benjamin we have had to close the park because of high winds.

[CambPPF P&C @cppf_pc]

@markrwilliamson The affordable key worker housing is mainly for postdocs and post-grads so not really helping to solve our housing shortage.

[Cambridge Past, Present & Future @CambridgePPF]

🍂 October special: join Cambridge Past, Present & Future and get 1 extra month free membership. Explore nature, heritage and family adventures. Offer ends 31 Oct. Start your autumn journey today!
🔗 https://t.co/blTLYLeyMl
#Cambridge #AutumnOffer #FamilyFun