Step into the darker side of Cambridge's Past...
Join Cambridge historian Fonz Chamberlain for a fascinating and in depth talk exploring the city's most chilling crimes and infamous murders throught the years. From shadowy alleyways to shocking cases that gripped the community, this is rare chance to uncover stories that rarely make it into the guidebooks.
Location: Zion Baptist Church, East Road, Cambridge
Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026
Time: 3:00pm
Tickets are just £7 per person, making it an affordable and unforgettable afternoon. Plus drinks and cakes will be available to purchase at Molly's Cafe, the perfect setting to settle in before the stories begin or to discuss them afterwards.
After the talk, there will also be a chance to ask questions and chat with Fonz, giving you the opportunity to dive even deeper Cambridge's dark and fascinating past.
Even better, every ticket helps support a range of Cambrdge history projects, contributing to the research, preservation, and sharing of the city's past in new and engaging ways.
If you love history with a twist of mystery, intrigue, and a touch of the marcabre, this is an event you won't want to miss.
HOW TO FIND THE ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
FROM THE RAILWAY STATION
Walking:
1. Exit Cambridge railway station and head out onto the main forecourt.
2. Walk down Station Road and then take a left onto Tenison Road.
3. Continue straight until you reach Mill Road.
4. Turn right onto Mill Road and walk all the way towards the city centre.
5. Keep going until Mill Road meets East Road.
6. Turn left onto East Road.
7. You'll find Zion Baptist Church on your left hand side.
Time: 10 - 15 mins
By Bus:
1. From the station forecourt , go to the Cambridge bus stops.
2. Take any bus heading towards the city centre.
3. Get off at the stop around Drummer Street, Emmanuel Road.
4. Walk about 3 - 5 minutes towards East Road (See From Drummer Street Bus Station)
5. You'll find Zion Baptist Church on East Road.
Time: 15 mins
FROM DRUMMER STREET BUS STATION
Walking:
1. Exit Drummer Street bus station
2. Walk towards Parkside
3. Follow the road past Parker's Peice and at the end of the road next to the fire station take a left onto East Road
4. Your find Zion Baptist Church on East Road
PARKING
QUEEN ANNE TERRACE CAR PARK
Gonville Place, CB1 1ND
Walking From Car Park:
1. Exit the Car Park onto Gonville Place
2. Walk North towards Parker's Piece/Parkside
3. Cross onto East Road near the fire station
4. Turn right onto East Road
5. Your find Zion Baptist Church on East Road
Time: 5 mins
*- Please note: There are other travel and parking options available, but these are the most commonly used and shared for anyone visting for the first time.
Please Note: All tickets are non refundable. If you are unable to attend the event for any reason, the cost of your ticket cannot be refunded or transferred.