Museum of Cambridge
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Overview
A pretty 17th-century timber-framed former inn houses the Museum of Cambridge, one of the city’s most popular museums. A country and folkloric museum, it aims to present a glimpse of the everyday lives of the county's people from early times through to the present day, with nine room settings, including a kitchen and a playroom. There are more than 20,000 exhibits amassed from private homes. Children, especially, will love the display of toys that would have been an essential part of youngsters’ lives centuries ago. This delightful museum was founded in 1936 to help generations understand their local heritage and is particularly family friendly with plenty of hands-on experiences and games for children. There are temporary exhibitions too, talks, events and kids' activities throughout the year, plus a tea room open on Saturdays.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, Tue-Sat 10.30-5, Sun & BHs 12-4 (last admission 30 mins before closing). Check website for seasonal holidays
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
About the area
To the west of East Anglia is Cambridgeshire, a county best known as the home to the university that makes up the second half of ‘Oxbridge’ (the other half is Oxford). As well as its globally renowned educational credentials, it also has a rich natural history; much of its area is made up of reclaimed or untouched fens.
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Mrs Andrews Cottage
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Mrs Andrews
Mrs Andrews is an end-of-terrace Victorian house, built in 1877. It’s light and bright, and has its own small private terrace garden. Mrs Andrews is very close to the River Cam and you’...
Ashley Hotel
Expect a warm welcome at Ashley Hotel, a delightful Victorian property situated just a short walk from the River Cam. The smartly decorated bedrooms are generally quite spacious and equ...
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
This beautiful building, which dates back in part to medieval times, has been transformed to enhance its many quirky architectural features. The bedrooms and suites, some with private t...
The Gonville Hotel
The Gonville is a well-established hotel situated on the inner ring road, a short walk across the green from the city centre. Air-conditioned public areas are cheerfully furnished, and ...
