Huntingdon , Oliver Cromwell was born here, his grandfather had the George Inn and he went to the grammar school, which was also attended by Samuel Pepys. The school is now the Cromwell Museum.
Some nice buildings can still be found in and among the new developments.
Hitchingbrook House Brampton Road, Huntingdon PE29 3BN
The former home of Cromwell and the Earls of Sandwich. Hitchingbrook House information
Island Hall Post Street, Godmanchester PE29 2BA
An elegant mansion built in the 18th century. Island Hall information
The Cromwell Museum Grammar School Walk, Huntingdon PE29 3LF
Find out about the legacy and life of Oliver Cromwell. The Cromwell Museum information
Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse Abbey School, Ramsey, Chatteris PE17 1DH
Remains of the Gatehouse. A National Trust Property. Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse information
Hitchingbrook Country Park Brampton Road, Huntingdon PE29 6DB
This Country Park covers over`170 acres. Hitchingbrook Country Park information
Grafham Water Grafham, Huntingdon PE28 0BH
A nice lake for nature walks and activities. 2,400 acres to explore. Grafham Water information
Houghton Mill Mill Street, Houghton, Huntingdon PE28 2AZ
An 18th century watermill. National Trust. Houghton Mill information
Hamerton Zoo Park Hamerton, near Sawtry, Huntingdon PE28 5RE
Meet the animals. Hamerton Zoo Park information
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Great North Road, Brampton Huntingdon PE28 4NQ MAP Ideally located, Premier Inn Huntingdon (A1/A14) is near Huntingdon Race Course, with good access to the A1/A14 and Huntingdon Train Station. Huntingdon town centre is 4.8 km away. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and... More Information and Book ... |
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Kingfisher Way, Hinchingbrooke Business Park Huntingdon PE29 6FL MAP Boasting excellent transport links, this contemporary-style 4-star hotel is set on the outskirts of Huntingdon, just minutes away from the A14, linking to the M11 southbound and the A1(M) north. Following a recent GBP 1.5 million refurbishment programme,... More Information and Book ... |
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13 High Street Huntingdon PE28 9JQ MAP A heritage building in the village of Fenstanton, Gallows Guest House is only a 15-minute drive from Cambridge and offers free Wi-Fi and there is free parking nearby. The bedrooms all have their own bathroom with free toiletries. Other facilities include... More Information and Book ... |
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71 Huntingdon Road, Huntingdon PE26 2QQ MAP Boasting an elegant hall and dining room, this charming bed and breakfast is set in the peaceful village of Upwood. Bright rooms each have a private bathroom, and are 5 minutes’ walk from lovely footpaths and the village pub. With a flat-screen TV and... More Information and Book ... |
Visit the riverside town of St Ives, or try a day out in Peterborough.
Towns Near Huntingdon To Visit - straight line distance:
Godmanchester Tourist Information (0.96 miles) St Ives Tourist Information (4.58 miles) St Neots Tourist Information (8.03 miles) Willingham Tourist Information (10.20 miles)