Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire (pronounced /ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒʃər/ or /ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒʃɪər/) is a county in the East of England, bordering Lincolnshire to the north, Norfolk to the north-east, Suffolk to the east, Essex and Hertfordshire to the south, and Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire to the west.

Etymology

The name Cambridgeshire is derived from the county town of Cambridge, which is believed to be named after the River Cam. The term "Cambridge" itself is a combination of the Middle English "Cambrigge" (River Cam) and Old English "Grantebrycge" (Granta Bridge).

Related Terms

• Cambridge: The county town of Cambridgeshire.
• Peterborough: A city in Cambridgeshire, traditionally considered part of Northamptonshire.
• Fenland: A local government district in Cambridgeshire, named after the Fen marshy region.
• Ely: A city in Cambridgeshire, known for its cathedral.
• Huntingdonshire: A non-metropolitan district of Cambridgeshire, and a historic county of England.

Healthcare in Cambridgeshire

Healthcare in Cambridgeshire is mainly provided by Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust, which provides a comprehensive range of acute, community, and mental health services. Other key healthcare providers include Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust, and Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

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