About Cambridge Rules
What began as a simple set of rules for a game of football played on a patch of ground in Cambridge, has grown into a worldwide phenomena embraced by diverse cultures around the world.
Written in Stone
One large stone cut into nine, engraved with the laws of the game in different languages. Four stones stay on Parker’s Piece, the others travel to five countries across the planet in a cultural exchange.
Interpreted Worldwide
For centuries, Parker's Piece has been used for sport, recreation and public events. But where do you play football? Share your stories, photographs and film about the beautiful game wherever it is played.
Brought Back to Cambridge
In 2018, football stories, images and sounds gathered from around the world will be displayed on Parker’s Piece as Cambridge’s stone marker is unveiled - celebrating the city’s role in the story of football.
Cambridge Rules 1848
Joel McTaggart
Full-time at The Crabble following a 5-0 home win for the mighty Dover. My first time down there to see my dad's old local team and a huge contrast to watching Manchester City each week. As the ground is built… Read More
Ned MacDougall
Here at Hemsworth Miners Welfare I like that the dug out is as high as the covered stand.
Richard Bishop
This is the Grandstand at Great Yarmouth Town FC, it was opened on 11 June 1892 and is widely considered to be the oldest football stand in the world still in use. I watched my first match here in 1971… Read More
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Jon Bottomley
A photo from the away end at Stamford Bridge. As a Norwich City supporter who gets to more away games than at home, this is a symbol of support for my team, defiance, and a recognition that there is more… Read More
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Bryan Javis
Here is a birds eye view of the New Den. Its from a model of London at The Building Centre which is 15 minutes walk from Euston Station. You can also see the Olympic Stadium (West Ham) on the same… Read More
Julian Millar
The sacking of Steve McClaren recently reminded me of the time I went to see Schalke take on his FC Twente side in the Europa League in 2012. Say what you like about the former England manager, but the Twente… Read More
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