Find holiday cottages in Cambridgeshire, along with hints and tips on what Cambridge and Cambridgeshire have to offer visitors
Cambridgeshire's Top Attractions
The City of Cambridge
The wonderful historical university city of Cambridge has plenty to offer visitors discovering the city on a cottage break. Cambridge is a hotspot for tourism. the city is dominated by the various historic colleges, the students and their bicycles. The River Cam flows through the centre of the city, many of the punts are steered by students working part-time.
Discover Cambridgeshire's Countryside on a Cottage Break
Small villages are dotted about the countryside. Ely is one town people visit for the historic cathedral. Look out for the green man inside the cathedral. Apparently most cathedrals have one. The county is largely rural and pleasantly green.
Other notable towns are Huntingdon which is associated with legends of King John and Robin Hood, Peterborough which is a new town surrounded by modern housing estates, St Ives (which has a counterpart in Cornwall), Chatteris, St Neots, Wisbech and March on the River Nene.
The Duxford Air Show in Cambridgeshire is a popular event with boys of all ages. Also visit the Imperial War Museum Duxford.
Finding the Best Self-Catering Accommodation in Cambridgeshire
When it comes to finding the best places to stay in Cambridgeshire it's essential to consider your budget and all the needs of your group. Whether a stay in the city of Cambridge or a break in the countryside suits you best will depend on how you plan to spend your time. If you are planning a mini-break with lots of shopping then a stay in Cambridge may make perfect sense whereas if you want to enjoy a holiday in the countryside then a stay in a farm cottage or rural retreat in Cambridgeshire makes much more sense. Wherever you opt to stay, have a wonderful time exploring and discovering some of the best of Cambridgeshire and East Anglia on a self-catering holiday.
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