40 Best Stops Between Oakham and Hunstanton (2024)

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Excellent show (Waitress)The overall impression of the theatre was positive. Feels a little dated/worn-out in places and the seats are quite basic ( became uncomfortable after an hour or so).The staff were friendly and professional, the toilets were clean and COVID guide lines implemented.

This is a great theatre to see a show with cheap close by parking at the bottom of the hill.Being a 19st man I was pleasantly surprised by the size and leg room you get in your seat compared to other theaters I've been to.We have seen a few shows here now and the latest being Bluey live on stage and it was brilliant.If you and your kids are Bluey fans I would advise seeing the live show. Be ready for the surprise at the end it's loads of fun.

A theatre of the highest quality with a warm entrance at the door and 100% service behind the bar. The theatres themselves offer good views of the stage for every show and the seats have plenty of space for your sitting comfort. It is always heated well so in colder weather there is never anything to worry about and with it being in the heart of Northampton it is always easy to go elsewhere once you are done at Royal and Derngate.

There are two theatres on this site. The original theatre is beautiful, the modern theatre is functional but definitely lacks the gold gilt and red velvet visu impact of the older theatre. Both are comfortable but there are stairs all over the place because the modern Derngate has been built on a slope. There are lifts for those with mobility challenges, but I admit that I struggle and I am not even in a wheelchair. I only found out that there is a disabled toilet on the Derngate main floor this week. I have been going to shows here for 20 years! The acoustics in both spaces are great. Your experience will vary according to what you have chosen to see. There is a multi-storey carpark down the (steep) hill. It is tight for modern cars. The queues to pay and then to exit can be long after a performance, so be prepared to wait. There is a closer small car park but I have never worked out how to get into it!

Excellent show last night:Lost in music.Most of the audience having a boogie.Bar staff upstairs at the interval were very speedy.

Great performances happening here. Went to see James Acaster and the theatre we were in was great. I had a private box with some friends and that is well worth it. Parkings also great as well. Would recommend.

Had a great time at The Derngate to watch Alan Carr. Unfortunately you weren't able to reserve drinks for the interval but staff were quick and friendly.

Nice restored small victorian theatre once home to errol flynn,good view of the stage.trouble that some people think going to the theatre is an opportunity to rustle sweetbags and snack throughout a performance. Disrespectful to others and cast alike

As a wheelchair user and the first time going to the theatre in a wheelchair. It was fantastic. The staff could not do enough to help, in fact they went above and beyond. Went to see jersey boys, really good. Great view and as I am 6ft 7inches tall there was plenty of space and leg room even in a wheelchair. It's worth noting the theatre here have their own access scheme here for wheelchair users. The foyer and bar areas are lovely and spacious and modern . Top marks to the lady who came to check on us throughout the evening. You were fantastic. Will be going back here to the derngate again.

Went to see Murder in the Dark on Saturday 21st October. The play was absolutely brilliant & well worth the money, with all parts being played extremely well.Staff on the night were friendly, cheerful and very helpful.All round, an excellent evening. Thank you Royal & Derngate!

Brilliant show. Well organised with different doors for entry so you didn't have to queue. However our door was C so we had to walk a way to get there and didn't know this until we got an email the day before and as we hadn't been before to door C we didn't know how far it was. Would not be great for more senior people who aren't 100% steady on their feet.

Sally assistance hound and I attended the Royal & Derngate theatre to see 2:22 A Ghost Story for the Wednesday afternoon screening and what a wonderfully entertaining and fabulous experience it was too! Sally and I were extremely well looked after by the "ushers in orange ties" who are specifically there to help folk with special needs. It was a wonderful play. There were about 600 people present in a 1000 seat theatre. Worth the effort and cost in my opinion. Well performed. Well written plot and dialogue. I loved it! Note well that if you're affected by bright flashing lights and exceptionally loud noises this play may not be for you!

Interesting layout for a theatre this size. Very poor ventilation, so air becomes very stale quite quickly. The ability to exit at the end of the performance is hampered by all leaving on one side without adequate exit points.

A big fan. We have been here a few times. A little gem in Northampton. In the area there are many pubs and restaurants and it is accessible by bus and train. The company have frequently sent books showing what is on. Mt favorite was Kinky Boots as it was performed by local people and it was excellent. I hope to see many more productions in the future.

Fabulous family show.Went to the SEN showing , didn't notice anything different really.Cast introduction of their characters was excellent at the beginning of the panto.Great production.

Came to watch the elo show, it's been ages since we've been and we had such a fun night! Clean loos and pleasant staff made this a good night.

Our visit was to see Elio Pace and his band Billy Joel Songbook. We had seats in the stalls where it started to tier. The view and sound was great.The age of the venue shows, as my seat had a large colour matching patch to cover a worn area on the front edge.There were plenty of venue staff to serve you quickly at the interval. The queue and wait for the ladies was reasonable, as there were an adequate number of them.The only negative experience of the night was having a bunch of keys jangled in front of us by a member of venue staff. Presume this was her way to encourage us to leave at the end of the night, whilst we chatted in the bar area with some of the band members and fans.

A lovely theatre, with a wide variety of shows. Because of the issues with the concrete, parts of the venue are closed, which makes it a slightly less pleasant visit as you go in the back way to some areas. Enjoyed Snow White (panto) and Six (musical) recently. The temporary toilets near the entrance to the Filmhouse are tiny, so use toilets inside the theatre if you are able.

Love this venue. Parts of the building were closed off for safety measures, but still a lovely atmosphere.Clean and friendly vibe.We saw SIX on this occasion.Terrific show, great costumes, lovely 'feel good' punchy, songs. Funny, girl power view of history. (A bit 'Horrible Histories' for women)Wonderful cast.Good service for drinks, multiple bars open.

The box office and other staff and Royal and Derngate have been so kind in helping my husband and I book tickets for 2 different shows. We had some accessibility needs and they were so kind in helping with that over email. I wish we lived closer to this venue as it is truly wonderful!

Very good show, it's a bit crowded with the restrictions in place at the moment.Parking though is becoming a joke and is off putting at the end of an enjoyable evening

The first show since reopening (having been closed because of RAAC). Obviously there are some difficulties caused by the main entrance still being a construction site. But largely, this was handled very well by the staff. Some improvements could be made to the logistics to the temporary arrangements, but on the whole things ran smoothly.The show was great and the facilities are good.

Show was really good, entrance is really nice, bars are large.Downside is the terrible old seats that are very uncomfortable.Stage is a little small but workable

Brilliant touch tour and we'll explained by staff. Very helpful and always checking on us.What a show Everybody's talking about Jamie! So emotional, full of laughs and really good hitting points! We loved it all!

Lovely place to watch performances. Good food is available, facilities are always clean although there are often queues for the loos. Seating is a good standard and the local ice cream is worth the wait. Go and enjoy.

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19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom

4.5

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Northampton, NN1 1UH, UK

We spent several hours walking around the nature reserve. A gorgeous venue with well maintained / clearly defined tracks. A wide variety of wildlife both on, and off, the water.Although members of BCN Wildlife Trust, a permit is still required to access the reserve. However, there were only fishing permits available in the self-service hut, no nature reserve permits...

Great reserve to walk round. You do need a permit though, available from BCN Wildlife Trust.

Would give this place more stars except you are not allowed to take a look walk around the place with out a ticket that I would have thought you would buy if you are fishing but not to just have a look at the place I walked to the cafe looking place to gather information found a board with information and instructions took a few pics from this point and then got back in my car to look for other places that don't charge you just to take a look walk around shame seems like a nice place to spend a afternoon with your camera

Had a fly fishing lesson here. Was lovely and learning how to cast on the land first for practice is very important for your safety.

Very good staff, I had the pleasure of dealing with the manager today. She was nice, polite, and very helpful, I'm extremely grateful for her help in resolving my issue. I shall be donating £10 to the RSPB as a thank you for her professionalism. Thank you assisting me!

Thank you so much for today. For sure we will back later on.

Nice place for a day out with your family..Car park, cafè, kids area, and much more..Nice walks and time spent on site usually 2-4 hours unless you go for bbq or picnic.

It's an Anglian water reservoir, that is also a trout fishery, you don't have to be able to flyfish as spinning is permitted for a few months each year check the details of this with the fishing lodge when booking, prior booking is required, two 8 trout tickets and a days boat hire came to just over £100, trout are catch and keep, pike and perch are catch and release regardless of if they are the target species or not, fly fishing and spinning/lure fishing specifically for pike and perch is also permitted during some months again check with the fishing lodge when booking, The lodge has a good tackle shop, lifejackets are mandatory and supplied with the boats, boats are equipped with drogues and landing nets as a bio security measure against invasive fresh water shrimp, use of your own is permitted but only if decontamination/disinfection measures are taken before and after use, again check with the lodge when booking.The reservoir itself is split by a road on a causeway and if you think that is the dam, looks rather small, however once you've passed under the causeway it takes ½-¾ of an hour to motor to the dam a point worth remembering as you need to be back at the dock approximately ½ an hour before sunset

Great walking and cycling.

Really nice place to visit, we walk our dog here. Decent cafe, good playground for kids. Car park can be expensive, we buy a yearly ticket which is much cheaper.

Lovely level walk. About 8 miles if you go all the way ... I didn't. Popular for walkers and cyclists. Thriving fishing club. There is a separate, secluded, wildlife area where dogs are not allowed. Usual Anglia Water car park charges.

2 hours or so walking with the dog around part of the lake - perfect! If you appreciate rural Northamptonshire and peaceful surroundings this is one of the places to come to although I'm not sure it would be so peaceful at holiday time.

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Brixworth, Northampton, NN6 9SJ, United Kingdom

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A great day out for the family with loads to see and do. We were really impressed with the facilities here, plenty of parking, great access to and views of the drag strip with the ability to walk the pits.Food options are available, but it's all the usual burger and chip options. Plenty of side events away from the noise of the main strip; circus tent, kids area, entertainment stage, and theme park rides... even a pamper shop, can't imagine that sees much custom!?Would highly recommend.

I absolutely love the family friendly days - non stop entertainment and things to see and they are so well organised. Food is crazy expensive considering they are food trucks but it's not to say it isn't good food. Talented stunt drivers, dancing diggers, monster trucks or for 20£ you can get into a car and be drifted around.

Santa Pod Raceway in April, which unfortunately got rained off. Despite the weather putting a damper on the main racing activities, the event turned out to be unexpectedly thrilling, thanks to the monster trucks and stuntmen who took centre stage.The three-hour drive initially seemed like it might end in disappointment due to the relentless rain. However, the organisers did a fantastic job of salvaging the day. The monster truck show was phenomenal—seeing these massive machines in action, roaring through the mud and performing incredible stunts, was a sight to behold. It was clear that the drivers were seasoned professionals, handling the trucks with impressive skill and precision.The stuntmen, Terry Grant and Lee Bowers, added another layer of excitement. Their daring performances, including breathtaking jumps and intricate manoeuvres, had the crowd on the edge of their seats. The energy and enthusiasm they brought were infectious, turning what could have been a dreary day into a memorable experience.Overall, despite the rain cancelling the main racing events, the alternative entertainment provided was top-notch. The effort put in by the staff and performers to ensure that attendees still had a great time did not go unnoticed. It was definitely worth the drive, and I look forward to returning for future events at Santa Pod Raceway and updating my review :)

Santa pod is pure heaven if you're a car enthusiast. Fantastic day out for the family. Could do with more toilets on site, but that's just a minor critic. Awesome place to visit. Well done Santa pod 😎👌🏿

Spent a weekend at Santa Pod for the Festival of Power. It was fantastic. The stunt shows and races were great and the wall of death and jet powered dragsters are something that need to be l experienced in person (wear ear protection), and the facilities were really good.Extra points for catering to vegetarians and not selling merch at massively inflated prices.Will definitely return.

What can I say this place is a must for anyone who loves fast and I mean very fast vehicles. Spent 4 days here for BugJam36 with brother and our sons. To say we had a blast is an understatement.

We’ve been coming here for years doing loads of different events, but our latest visit is one of our favourites, bug jam , always busy with plenty of track action , stalls, displays, and stunt and drift driving etc plenty of food and drink options on site and loads of different music tastes catered for at this event but disappointed that there wasn’t many headline music acts as normal but still a brilliant weekend 🤟

A great day of racing , the noise is awesome .Ear defenders a must , we took our 12 year old son who loved it .He liked the stunt motorcycle and cars and monster trucks too.I don't like the road near the arena , loads of spectators but vehicles coming past all the time .

Excellent place to visit, wether up you go for 1 day or all weekend. Lots to see, fun for all the family. If you've never been you must go & experience

My visit to the Santa Pod Raceway was nothing short of amazing. Words can hardly express the exhilaration and excitement I felt during my time there. From start to finish, the experience was absolutely fantastic.The heart-pounding roar of the engines, the smell of burning rubber, and the sheer speed of the racing vehicles left me in awe. It's an adrenaline rush like no other. The Santa Pod Raceway is a true paradise for any motorsports enthusiast.The staff and organizers were incredibly friendly and helpful, adding to the overall enjoyment of the day. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, making it a comfortable and enjoyable outing.I cannot emphasize enough how much I enjoyed my visit. The memories created at Santa Pod Raceway will stay with me forever. I'm already planning my next trip because one visit simply isn't enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience filled with excitement and thrills, I highly recommend Santa Pod Raceway. You won't be disappointed."

Good overall , not many runs as the staff were waiting for too long between staging cars , they were waiting until the cars were actually off the track .

Had a fun time here, first time we've been and it was the summer nationals. It was great to visit Nitro FM and watch some races from there, including the jet car! It was great to walk round the cars close up, and was a family friendly atmosphere. Clean toilets too!

I love this place. The staff are all very friendly. The site is kept very clean and tidy. We camped for a weekend, and over that time, the toilets never got messy and untidy once, even the porto loos. Good selection of food on offer and, of course, the racing is amazing.

brilliant place if you're a petrol head... well organised and plenty of food to buy... expensive though. racing is top notch xx

Great day out for fast show reloaded. Weather was hit and miss but they got the strip running as soon as possible and great to see the cars and the jet dragster go down it. Will definitely be back!!

I've been here a lot. Some events would defo not go again, but that was down to the promoter (Street Car). Had rude aggressive visitors smoking in the stands and lots of drug misuse personally witnessed. However, the santapod team did their best to police it.The events that stand out as MUST go are festivel of power and Monster Trucks, which we have just come back from. For kids defo monster truck and adult petrol heads that love the loud rev then visit festival of power - hands down best event. Ensure you have ear defenders and grandstand seats if you want a good view without having to arrive early and pitch up.

Love this place.Always a blast, and love the smell of nitro in the air.A great day out, easy to find, plenty of parking space, of track entertainment and access to the pits.F1 it is not... And it's all the better for it.This is real racing, with 22,000bhp in each Top Fueller. Guaranteed excitement and noise. Stay until dark and you'll see when better racing, with 6ft long header flames in the exhausts of these monsters.Great family fun, bring your ear defenders though.Grab a grandstand seat for just £8 each, or sit in the grass banking for free. Euro Finals in September are fantastic, as it's Flame and Thunder event. But there's other events through the season, and I've never been disappointed and I've been going there since 1976 !Will done to Keith and the whole Pod team. Big thumbs up

Fabulous dayI went to the Summer Nationals in June 2024 lots of cars to see you can sit on the grandstand and cross over to the grass embankment plus you can also walk around the pits and garages where they work on the cars.

really really really good day out, everything that was happening at the raceway was amazing i personally went to ultimate street car 2024 and it was amazing i definitely recommend this to anyone who has an interest in cars as it really was world class, now the only reason i only gave 4 stars out of 5 was because the refreshments were a bit pricey for what it was but minus the food prices it really is a 5 star place, thank you santa pod raceway for this experience and ill definitely be coming back.👍

We Love The Pod. It's got a lot bigger over the years but not lost the magic. It's walking round the Pitts, chatting to the Drivers and mechanics after a day's racing, watching them rebuild the engines that sets it apart from any other motor sport. Amazing experience for any petrol head. LOVE IT!

Always a great day out at Santa Pod, entering the event is easy and fairly quick, lots of parking and easy to find for showcars. Been going to Japshow for a few years. Always a good selection of food and drink and lots of trade stands. Drifting is fun to watch and the jet drag car is a great star to the show! I always enjoy showing my car here and will be going to the other events. Only downside is the wait time to exit, but understandable due to the amount of people who come.

My time spent with Carl Cox and the CCM Dragster team at Santa Pod Raceway was truly an incredible experience. Despite growing up in Northamptonshire and not attending Santa Pod often, I was amazed by the excitement and energy of the event. It was refreshing to see so many women involved in motorsport. Meeting Carl and the team, I learned about the technical aspects of Pro Mod Racing and was impressed by the power of the vehicles, especially when Carls 1970s Plymouth Cuda roared to life. Despite unpredictable weather, Carl remained focused and ready to face the competition, showcasing his determination and dedication to the sport.Had a fantastic two days and we'd like to thank ALL at Santa Pod Raceway for their hospitality and we look forward to seeing you again..... End of June hopefully 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🏁🏁🏁🏁

Brilliant day out if you like motorsport and fresh air. Reasonably priced food and drinks.Plenty of space to chill and picnic and loads of racing to enjoy.

We have just been to the Monster truck nationals here, it was our first visit and will definitely not be our last. The event was very well organised. We had the best day!

Visited for Drift what ya brung, everyone is really cool and straight forward with their requirements/rules, it is not a drift track at all so the road wasn't perfect, on the other hand it was a good event to learn to drift and marshalls give you advice if you're struggling which is awesome.

Went for the main event festival of power had a great time, staff were great and helpful and done all they could even with adverse weather. Even helping myself and others out of the field by towing as many got stuck. Had issues making sense of ticket credits etc etc. spoke to Jen in reception was very helpful and understanding and got my issues resolved quickly. Can’t wait for another event

Came up to Santa Pod for The Fast Show. OMG. Had an amazing day here. Lots of cars to view in the Show & Shine show. There was a drift show to watch. And of course the run what you brung on the drag strip which I really enjoyed. And Omg the Jet Car!!! The jet car is freaking awesome. I shall be going again just to see that!!A huge selection of stalls and sellers for all your car needs. Plenty of food and drink to choose from.. It really is fab and we will be back.. (more than once) An awesome day out 👍

What an amazing experience!! Fastest dragsters in the world:0-100mph in under 1.second. The sheer ferocity of the acceleration, the smell and physical assault by accompanying sound wave is incredible. First visit there. Plenty of parking on fields. Lots of places to eat but generally burgers and pizzas so bring a packed lunch. Plenty of places at the bank to set up to view so bring camping chairs or book seats in the grandstand (which we did). Funfair and other attractions. Monster trucks in the adjacent arena. Toilets plentiful and clean. But remember to buy ear protection especially for kids. The sound will seriously damage hearing and it is almost constant!! Drag racing is weather dependent- any rain will result in stoppages. I recommend booking tickets late to make sure you go on dry day. Purchase insurance at nominal cost when buying tickets. 5 stars. Recommended!

We took my 88 Yr old Grandad for his 1st time to santapod. To say he enjoyed it is an understatement! It was a great day out and we would definitely recommend it.

I have been going there since the 1970s.Plenty of different events for you to choose from. Free access to the pits.Food and drink available, you can take your own, but no glass or it will be confiscated.Tens of thousands of seating options.Lots of toilets.Amazing racing.Live action arena to watch if the drag strip is wet.Fun fair.Bands in the evening.Plenty of places to park or pitch a tent.

It's a slick operation now. A pleasure to be in the complex.I'd like to see a marker for the quarter mile and 1000ft and TV screens that could be seen from the paid grandstand seats. The grandstand seats were surprisingly comfortable for stadium style chairs. A great day at the Saturday Main event.

A great weekend, great racing, clean toilets. Coming here since my 20s and now bringing the kids. Lots to do and see.

Had a cracking weekend here for the NSRA Nostalgia Nationals. We came early on the Friday and stayed in our motorhome for the Bank Holiday. We had a grass pitch with no services. They do have water available for campers. Was raining the day we arrived, the pitch was pretty waterlogged for the weekend then. Quite a few people were stuck in the mud. Loads of options to for food and drink while watching the racing. Was good entertainment on the Saturday and Sunday evenings, two l8ve bands. We really enjoyed it will definitely be back soon.

Fantastic Friday. Full access to all areas with a low cost day pass. Find "the cage" it is just awesome. Dragstalia is just the best experience if you have not been before. All the facilities you can ask for and more, I will go back for more.

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Airfield Rd, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA, United Kingdom

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Our community had a lovely picnic at Stanwick Lakes. Thanks to Ian who had arranged everything for us at site. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Beautiful place to visit for a day out. Children enjoyed their time at play zone. BBQ Area was packed with our people. We had a great day with games, dancing, bingo and food. We were nearly 200 people there.

Come here often to walk the dog. Great views, different pathways so always something new to see. Lovely shack, for beverages and snacks. Pay for parking 3.80 for the day so reasonable. Play area for the children.

Lovely area. Took the 2 kids and they loved it. The walk around the lakes in great with so much wildlife. Will definitely be returning and using their BBQ area. Playgrounds for all ages, assault course, zip line and a splash area. Seating inside, cafes, picnic areas and reasonable parking price of 4.50 for the day. Definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Really nice place for a walk, spread over quite a large area so even when busy it doesn’t feel it.Lots of parking available. A lovely cafe with refreshments too.

Excellent for all the family. Has disabled toilet for all ages including shower for adults. Plenty of play areas away from the lakes. Large wooden castle and sand pits with a small running river. Lots of walking treks aswell. Was on organised Little miracles SEN trip very suitable.

Went there on a weekend. Parking was paid and needs to be paid before you exit. The play area was really great with lots of fun stuff for kids of all ages. It was a little crowded with loads of families and kids, but we didn't have to wait for any of the slides. Our 3 yo enjoyed his time, and loved playing in the sand. One unique thing was the water flowing through the play area and down some wooden structures and places where kids could dip their legs and splash around in.The park itself is huge and there are several areas to walk. We saw quite a few families putting down blankets and having a picnic. Would definitely visit again and recommend to anyone looking for a fun outing or a picnic.

Easy parking with plenty of room. The park was busy but never felt crowded. There’s plenty to do and see. There’s an adventure playground, great walking and cycling paths and info boards with historical and nature facts. We’ll worth a visit for a fun and cheap day out.

Beautiful well kept nature park which so much to do and see. Family weekend walk round the trails did not disappoint. Plenty of open spaces for kids to run around. A treehouse which the kids found really engaging and finishing off the trail on one of the many playgrounds in the area. Truly was a fantastic, well kept park. And for parking for the whole day £4.50 for the whole day was not bad either.

Perfect for everybody! This place is known mostly for its amazing play area! We didn't have children with us but the walks around the lakes were beautiful. Not too long but plenty of different walks. Great little cafe, plenty of picnic benches around. There were also little play areas along the walks to keep little ones entertained! Parking prices were very reasonable as well. Great day out :)

Beautiful place perfect for the whole family lovely play Area and little cafe and gift shop with museum upstairs, sand are for kids with plenty of climbing frames and a stunning view of the lake

First time visiting this lovely place, plenty of different wildlife to see around the lakes and the path ways are very accessible. I would have voted 5 star but the parking situation was a free for all. Folk parking anywhere and everywhere. It took me a good 15 minutes to find somewhere to park.I definitely will come back in the future with more planning around the parking situation.

Wonderful place for Family and Kids. play area is big and has some sand to play for kids. And it's good track for walk and some interesting places to see. One day activity. only Parking charge and no entry fees

Lovely place.You do have to pay for parking. However, there are multiple ways to walk in if you live locally or are happy to park and walk to it.Lovely visitor centre where you can get drinks and food. Toilets are also available.Wonderful kids play area, situated next to the Rangers Hut.There are always lots of activities running for kids and adults.Friendly staff and well looked after.Dogs are welcome but must be kept on lead at all times. Doggy ice cream is available. Dogs are able to be taken into the visitor centre.

It's a lovely place to visit and grab a bite to eat on the cafés decked area overlooking one of the lakes. It's dog friendly as long as they are on a lead, they sit next to you at your table and don't bark. The parking is APNR, so you pay for the parking at the car park pay station before you LEAVE. The scenery and abundance of wildlife is a total joy to behold. The only reason I gave four stars instead of five, is because dogs are supposed to be on leads around the lake walking trails, and unfortunately we encountered a number of dogs off lead, which is a shame because there's enough signs asking people to have them on leads and fines for not doing so. It's annoying for me also, as I have a reactive dog, and having to deal with off lead dogs coming up to my dog when I shouldn't have too is frustrating.

As you would expect, the playground was busy and the queues for ice creams were long, but the walks around the lakes were peaceful. We managed to get the second to last parking spot in the overflow car park. Parking is reasonably priced.

I participated in a craft course and had a fabulous day - lakes were beautiful, course was amazing and great fun and easy to get to from Leicester ... Will definitely be back...

Lovely place great for long walks in nature. Plenty for the kids to do. Reasonably priced food and drink and inexpensive to visit. No entry fee, just pay to park £4.90 for up to four hours per car. Cheaper for up to two hours. Highly recommend this place.

Friendly place for family time out🥰. Kid's can play with adults supervision, they will get really muddy, but it's easy to wash😁😁😁,as its only water and sand😜. Kid's definitely will have beautiful memories after visiting this place🥰.Love it✅No need for booking tickets in advance as it payable only the car park, £6.5 all day, or you can choose its different rates for 2 or more hours.

Beautiful place to go for a picnic... plenty of alcove type views of the lakes. If you enjoy country walks, birdwatching, iron age findings, and brilliant play area for children. Highly recommend a visit.

A great place to take the kids. A big playground with things for a range of ages and then lots of paths around lakes to take a walk that suits how long you'd like to be there. There are several bird hides around to watch the wildlife.There's an adventure walk with a zip line and tyre swings too.

Fantastic place, full of endless fun.There is huge playground, with water play in the summer. Kids can play in the sand as well. There is also a very long walk around lakes with sculptures, things to see, climbing walls and much more. There is also a fantastic obstacle course. You can visit this place on a bike or walk around it.The cafe is lovely and overlooking the lake. The food is very good.

Great place for walking and seeing the wildlife. Buying a year's membership works out cheaper if you live locally and can visit at least once a month. Always a little windy here.

What a beautiful place, I really recommend going here, the lakes are beautiful. The water is so clear under the bridge that you can see the fish. The park for the children is amazing. Especially the water feature they can play with. I haven't managed to go all the way around, but definitely will go back when I visit my cousin again.The assault course was great fun.Either grab yourself a picnic or buy food here and enjoy a great family day out.

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4.5

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Stanwick, Wellingborough, NN9 6GY, United Kingdom

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Very fun little farm. Great for kids. Demonstrations with the birds were great and the ladies hosting were friendly and informative (including the new lady who fought the nerves away to host for the first time and did a great job).The rest of the staff we dealt with were really friendly too.Barrel rides, owl flights, lots of play equipment, petting zoo, oh and the odd dinosaur kept the kids entertained all morning.Good value for money. Will be back soon to try the tea room.

Today, I had my birthday present from my lovely family. What a fantastic experience.Highlight holding a beautiful Red Kite. Wow moment, having a Bald Eagle land on my hand. Most exciting raptor the amazing Bateleur. Funniest Brian the Brahminy Kite.I met some absolutely beautiful birds.Jake was very interesting and really knows his stuff.Sharon, you need need a medal, dealing with visitors, shop and tearoom pretty much single handed and all with a smile on your face.I can't wait to come back.

What a wonderful day we had on Easter Monday 2022 at Herrings Green Farm! I think it's a fab place to spend time on any given day but for Easter they had set up a fun-filled schedule that all the children loved, including flying displays, tractors rides, animal interactions, an Easter egg hunt and much more. We had children aged 18 months to 12 years and they all said how much they loved it.It is well worth the money and I'd even recommend an annual membership if you live in the area as it is a such a vast space, with different enclosures, various play areas for all ages, a wide variety of animals, especially birds of prey (with all the interesting information provided) and amenities are great. The staff are knowledgeable and kind, the cafe offers lots of options (we brought our own picnic but did try their hot drinks and cake - very good) and there's loads of parking.Something I also noticed is that they offer a staggering amount of activity days, courses and events, like hawking or hunting with eagles, junior animal keeper days. You can also book for schools, birthdays or special events.

The whole day from start to finish was an amazing experience.We visited at Herrings Green Farm at Bedfordshire and stayed the night before at the premier in at St Neots.We found the farm easily, it was an idyllic location. They had loads of birds of prey my personal favourite being the bard owl. The birds were well looked after and they even had some breading pairs.We came up close and personal with many different birds, watched a fantastic display and then spent time on the rest of the farm with the sheep, donkeys, pony's and Lamas. We had food in the tea rooms on the farm that was fresh and delicious. All in all highly recommended and a great day.

My Daughter brought a 3 hour experience with Birds of Prey, for my Birthday. Absolutely Fabulous day. The Staff were all friendly and knowledgeable, our guide was Shona), but the real stars of the show were obviously the birds. A large variety from very small to huge, were all on view and were all placed on our gloved hands. I have been to places like this before, but have never found birds that were so at ease with people. You could bring them very close to you and see them in great detail, with no sense of threat or unease with the birds, (who seemed happy and content throughout). An excellent venue, well run and friendly

Had a lovely afternoon out. The bird of prey display was absorbing, educational and entertaining. In the aviaries the birds looked to be well kept and there was plenty of information on the species. The kids loved the rabbit and guinea pig petting session. A tractor ride made a nice break. Once we'd seen everything there was a little obstacle course and play area, again the kids enjoyed this. The only thing I'd say negatively was the food available in the tea shop was pre packaged and of variable quality. OK for a snack but I'd probably eat somewhere else if going again. Overall well worth a visit.

Quite a good litte day out l, it was very hot when we went so couldn't enjoy the flying display as no shade for children. but we found some lovely shade with a small playground and could look at the birds and turkeys running freely . The kids enjoyed it . The staff were friendly . Food was yummy in the cafe. The 5 min charge on card was annoying as I only had a small amount on my card left and no cash.

Went here for a 3hr experience my bf bought me for Xmas. Unfortunately the day we went it was a bit drizzly and rainy so seems the experience was cut short? We didn't get to fly any birds ourselves as they state in the website and didn't get to see the larger birds of prey fly (like the kites or eagles).Did get to hold an American bald Eagle, 2 large owls and a small falcon.I loved seeing all the different birds but I'd say being a large group means you end up waiting a while for turns.Overall I loved being so close to these birds, there were lots to see from tiny cute owls to massive sea eagles!

Amazing afternoon at Herrings Green Activity!Staff were absolutely lovely and made the experience grand. Wide array of birds allowing for great photography. The midday show was absolutely fantastic! Very informative and a lot of fun getting people involved. If you have kids it’s a perfect day out!

What a great day out. Lots of birds and farm animals to see. Play area for the kids & lots of picnic benches.The bird displays were amazing & the little ones loved the tractor ride & feeding the goats.Getting the opportunity to wear a glove and have a owl on you was definitely everyone's highlight.The toilets were a bit dated (porta cabins in car park) and when we went the car parks seemed full so the chap told us to start a row down the middle! But this is only a small niggle & shouldn't put you off going!Nice tea room selling cakes, sandwiches and ice cream.

Really amazing bird of prey experience!! The birds are absolutely stunning!! Riley did an outstanding job, very knowledgeable we learnt so many interesting facts and the actual handling of the birds is a truly wonderful experience. We look forward to visiting again. Thank you Riley.

A great day out at Herrings Farm. Some amazing, majestic and awesome birds. The highlight was definitely the display and getting the chance to handle the owl.Kids area was fun as was seeing the other farm animals. Kids enjoyed the goat feeding. Was a bit muddy and mushy but that was expected with the current climate.The staff and bird handlers were so friendly and informative.Will return for sure in summer time.

We came on Saturday with our little boy and a friend with his little boy, we absolutely loved it such a wonderful farm lots of different animals and bird to see also great play areas for the kids. We loved the shows and the pat a pet, would definitely recommend fir a family day out. we've just booked our son's 7th birthday here he loved it so much thank you ☺️

Best to go when good weather, lots of variety of birds, organised groups can experience holding them, interesting displays. Knowledgeable staff. Play area is a little tired, fine for under 8s, but you don't go there for the play area.

Payed for a family falconry experience to find out when we got there that they have no disabled access nor do they accommodate for people in wheelchairs. there is no disabled toilet. The ground is muddy and soft and was unable to joining the activities and some of the poor and hilarious excuses they tried using simply outrageous and was told there’s no manager but I could talk to and have to email them instead reply the food quality in the restaurant is terrible no dietary selections and the presentation well… most of your children can do better

Great place, lots of birds. Helpful friendly staff. Brilliant end of show, where Cranes and Kites are let out and fed.We were there for an "Experience". We both agreed there were way too many of us in the session. Spoilt it a bit.

My husband was given a Little and Large bird experience for his birthday, so I tagged along as a spectator. There were only six of us in the group, which was really nice. Carly took us to see the owls first, and everyone got to hold them. She told us about each one, and then we moved on to the arena where she brought out bigger birds. We also got to see the flying display. It was a very good, informative three hours. There is a café onsite where you can get food and drink at very reasonable prices and there are also plenty of picnic tables and lots of play areas for the children. Make sure you have a look at the various farm animals, rabbits, and guinea pigs.

Had a really lovely time here with our group of four on the owl and eagle experience. Sarah was our host and was super knowledgeable about all of the birds as well as making sure we were comfortable when handling them. Highly recommend this experience for meeting these beautiful birds and having the privilege of flying them. The bird flying show was also excellent. Thank you!

Lots of lovely birds and the show was amazing, very much worth visiting. The staff put on a show twice daily which is fantastic for both adults and children alike and learnt many things about the different types of birds they have and what they can do.

I love this place. Always interactive and plenty of things to do so children can get closer to the animals. The bird displays are amazing! And the animals seem happy as they are all flown daily and get looked after.However I do wonder how often the cages are cleaned. The last time I was there, the red macaw was being kept in a cage far too small for him. However I believe they were making him a much larger area. I sincerely hope this has been done already.Overall though we visit this farm every few months as there is a HUGE amount of birds that are incredible. It's a great afternoon out for kids & adults.

Great selection of birds. Some stunning birds of prey, as for the rest of it, I wouldn’t rush back. Unorganised, scheduled flight display just didn’t happen, when I questioned it was told, it was cancelled due to lack of people and that animal handling would be on in place an hour later. Returned and all that was available was an owl flight. Whilst we enjoyed that, it was a little disappointing. The toilets were filthy, no hand wash, no towels, toilets didn’t flush, there were very few people so no reason why. No signs to direct you to the other animal areas and generally shabby.

Amazing day out, we went hunting with the Harris hawks and then held and flew eagles, owls and falcons. Carly was absolutely fantastic in explaining the birds to us.

Absloutley love it. Went there twice with a toddler and a 7 year old both were very happy. Our favourites are the owl encounters, tractor rides and the lovely goats. Definetly going back again. Highly recommend.

Herrings Green Activity Farm and Bird of Prey Activity Centre is a delightful experience that made for a memorable Secret Santa Christmas gift brought for me by my daughters.My gift included a walk with the Alpacas, an Owl experience and tea/coffee cake afterwards.The passion and knowledge the staff have are second to none and share their love and enthusiasm adding to the overall enjoyment. Very friendly and welcoming. The chance to interact with majestic birds of prey was truly captivating. It's a perfect outing for nature enthusiasts and families alike.Highly recommend wearing wellies, although that sounds obvious there were a few people with wet and muddy feet in what looked like new trainers 😮.Parking slight issue due to the wet weather with the overflow car park being flooded. So decided to park on the main road. No fault to the centre as not much they can do about it.

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Really nice place to walk round with the kids and dogs, there a few different trails to follow, also a very nice cafe and shop on site, pay and display carpark aswel

What a lovely day at Whisby Nature Park Lincoln. Great walks, plenty of nature and good visitors centre. Good reasonably priced cafe with great selection and a dog friendly section too. Thoroughly recommend if you are in the area. Try and spot some of the sand lizards sunbathing on the fences and the numerous dragon flies and damson flies superb.

A real gem in Lincoln for young children, free indoor play centre with a 45min play slot, indoor/outdoor cafe selling food and drink; allowing dogs in designated area. Small craft shop. Beautiful decking look out over the lakes. Outdoor water play area which is on befween 9-3.30 everyday. Sand play area. Small high and challenging assault course for older children 8 years up. Car park is £2 in coins only. Dog walkers haven around the lakes. A perfect place for my three year old son.

Nice place for long walks in surrounding nature. It has beautiful lakes and is very scenic with lots for the little ones to do. There's an inside and outside play area and a large sandpit with water table. Food and drink also available and a small gift shop. A cheap place to bring the children.

Really enjoyed the lovely walk around the lakes.Nice little cafe with beautiful views, lots of seating and delicious food. The staff in the cafe section could've been friendlier, not a hint of a smile in sight but that aside I enjoyed lunch there.Fantastic indoor kids play area which is free but need to book in there at the desk.Lovely little gift shop too.Massive car park available but it Is pay and display so don't forget to get your ticket.Lovy day out for a walk with dogs or kids or even just by yourself. Would go again.

Beautiful walks suitable for dogs and or children. Lots of fun things to do and plenty of information available!

Once gravel pits in the 1960s this has been transformed into a haven for many bird species, notably the beautiful nightingale and thrush. Paths can get muddy so take appropriate footwear. Dogs MUST be kept on leads.

Lovely place to visit especially if you have children or a dog. Lots of different walks to take, the one we did was pram and wheelchair friendly. Lots to see and explore. Swimming opportunities for the dogs. Visitor's centre had very clean and well equipped toilets and a lovely cafe. All are dog and wheels friendly. Cafe serving reasonably priced food, which was excellent, as was the service. Some lovely outdoor seating with gorgeous views. Large car park, reasonably priced, with disabled spaces. Highly recommend a visit here.

Nice lake, flat to walk. Wouldn't be my first choice

Parking is £3 all day at this time of the year. They have a number of different paths you can walk and a cafe. Lovely place to walk the dog.

Very pretty place to walk the dog, and a lovely cafe too

Lovely walks, nice Cage amd Visitor Centre.Whilst walking around spoke to seversl staff volunteers. They were all polite, knowledgeable and helpful. They all enjoyed what they were doing.

Its about 2 miles from where we live so a great place to walk the dog, so many different walks round the lakes, you can often see cormarants sat on the islands wings spread out, summer time there are sand martins and along with all the various waterfowl if you're lucky you may see weasels playing chase in the stacks of wood that double up as insect hotels!

The centre is lovely and the food was great. The walk itself isn't all that scenic apart from glimpses of the lake occasionally

Decided to visit this point of interest after not knowing what to get up to on a free Saturday. From the images I had seen it looked like quite a large place to visit but there isn’t much open ground for day a picnic but they do have ample picnic tables around the front entrance. Parking is £2 for all day (even though we only stayed for about an hour and a half) if your visiting for coffee you would need to add that cost into account. Great place to take children of 3+ and up to play on the indoor and outdoor areas. I found that some signage and play areas need a little TLC just to bring it up to scratch. They have a small shop based around the natural world and some gift ideas. A decent sized cafe/restaurant for larger meals which looked ok. Good place to visit if passing through.

A fantastic place to visit. Great parking (£2) Loads of different walks, a great cafe with lovely hot food and drinks. A brilliant adventure play area for kids. Shop and very clean toilets.Well worth a visit or two.

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Had a great day at The Shuttleworth Collection yesterday. Fantastic collection of vintage aircraft and the open workshop was really interesting. Spoke to the chap checking the Hurricane wing and have to say how friendly and knowledgeable he was. Well done to all the staff. A brilliant day out!

We had a great day here, arrived at 10am and left at 4pm. Thoroughly enjoyed looking at the collection of aircraft, cars, bikes, buses, etc. There was quite a bit of activity on the airfield with small aeroplanes coming and going. We had some lunch in the cafe and the prices were on a par with other visitor attractions. We then had a pleasant amble around the picturesque Swiss garden. Can recommend it as a good day out especially as it wasn’t packed with visitors and the whole day was very relaxed.

It is very good and the airshows great but be careful when you buy tickets. I recommend the airshow to friends and they brought tickets but did not pay extra for ticket protection and then they cancelled the show due to bad weather and you loose your money.

Great visit experience to the Shuttleworth Collection - extensive collection of pre-war and post-war aircraft and automobiles in period correct hangars complemented with excellent memorabilia.Friendly staff, reasonable admission price.Allow around 1 hour to visit.

We came to watch an exhilarating air show. It was amazing to watch the different aircraft and the stunts. There were ample facilities and the food stalls had a good variety of items available. The pricing was very high though, so if I were to visit again I would bring a packed lunch. I saw some people preparing their food from the boot of their car, which was very creative! The air show started a few hours after the recommended time of arrival, so we were sat about for a long while. This would be a good opportunity to see the museum and for children to go to the play area.

Just a fantastic close up place with Race Cars, aeroplanes that still fly, huge aero engines that have evolved through the years and lovely people who run the place.Both Shuttleworth and Brooklands have unique places in my heart, and the two are so different, but paint contrasting pictures about aviation particularly.

We went for the Christmas lights which was actually ok and we mostly had a nice evening. We had some drinks and food at the cafe which were fine. We had an unpleasant incident towards the end of the evening whereby one of the members of staff started shouting at one of the children in our group for no apparent reason and then was quite rude to us. A few other families had the same issue. Most of the other members of staff were nice though so it’s a shame that one crabby person behaved that way. A few days later I contacted Shuttleworth to let them know as I think it’s poor form to bully children. I didn’t get a response from them so they obviously think that it’s ok for their staff to behave that way. I wouldn’t want to go back with any children in the group as it isn’t a family friendly place.

This is a museum and ornamental garden. Location is fine if travelling by car, just off A1 by Biggleswade, not sure if any local bus service goes close by. Great museum and Swiss Garden well worth a visit.

The location is beautiful. The events are letting it down. Used to be a lovely calm environment to watch amazing pieces of engineer and history from the beginnings of transportation and aviation. Since being run by the new management (I have been informed they were in charge of Duxford aerodrome which they also destroyed the atmosphere of) it has become more and more like visiting a tourist attraction and not a good one. I will continue to go at this time just to try to help maintain the restoration and conservation of the historical vehicles.Also the litter is quite distressing as the public used to take pride in the venue and now it's just another money making enterprise with limited care taken or consideration given.

Came here to see the lights this winter and was really pleased. There was a lovely route around the garden, which was all light up. If you compare it to one of the larger light displays, you may be disappointed, but if you realise that it's all done in-house, it looks amazing!It was lovely and peaceful when we went around with lots of time to view the lights.They also had the hangers light up, which looked amazing.

The Shuttleworth Collection is the finest collection of vintage aircraft inUK. Nicely presented . AND most of the exhibits fly. Excellent day out.

Shuttleworth aircraft museum and renovation establishment. Prompted by the recent television series on spitfires and other planes from here, I recently spent the day browsing the large selection of planes from the time before power to the multiengine propeller era. The area is well maintained with cafe and other facilities. The planes are maintained to a level well beyond their lifespan set out in display hangers with full descriptions for each. Behind the hangers there is a park land area only accessible by part of the entry fee . This area is well maintained with paths, ponds, Islands, trees and buildings once only accessible by the owners. The only criticism I have is the lack of road information and to simply pass the entrance is so easy. No doubt the locals know exactly the route but to encourage the traveling visitor the signage might be something to consider. This is indeed an attraction to visit with I believe various open fly days .

Very disappointed. Terrible customer service. Booked an event and accidentally booked twice. Contacted them multiple times over a week and even called. Finally there responded and said they wouldn’t refund one booking and said i could gift the tickets. problem is that they realised on the day of the tickets (only 45 min from our slot) so I wouldn’t be able to gift them to anyone.

Just called in for a breakfast. It was towards the top end of prices, £25 for two breakfasts. Nicely cooked BUT, on a stone cold plate. A definite no no in my book. Lots to see, but nothings free. Nice place to visit.

A great day out for anyone with an interest in aircraft and old vehicles with a fantastic garden

A fantastic place to visit and see aircraft that don’t exist or indeed take to the air anywhere else in the world. The airfield setting is beautiful and is an absolute delight.However; the cafe organisation is awful. I had to queue behind numerous people getting food etc when I only wanted two coffees. I asked if I could be served at the pay point, but the officious young girl said I had to joint the queue. It too 20 minutes to get served. Not good enough.

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Lovely little place to visit with kids.Everyone we spoke to was kind, helpful and very knowledgeable.Recommend sausage rolls and cake.Nice and great value for money.Note to self - low height car is not ideal parking off road 😜Kids loved playing on the interactive stuff and up close to the display outside.I'll be back to bring the other kids soon... You have been warned as they are cake fiends ,😜Recommend and must visit 😁

Smaller than most museums. But packed with info. Learnt a lot.

Free entry and a superb exhibition relating to RAF Cranwell. What's not to like?Cake and coffee are also available, plus the sausage rolls were very nice. The people running the museum were friendly and informative.Well worth a visit.

It may be small but packs a lot in including a number of interactive exhibits and it was free, but more than happy to make a donation.

Great little Hertiage musuem some interesting things inside well worth the look if your in the area

Good little museum with friendly helpfull staff & its free, definately recommend 👍

On our door step so dropped in to see what was on offer. Free parking, free entry and although only a small museum we were given a tour and filled with information about Cranwell Air base and all the people that were stationed there including the present King, Lawrence of Arabia and Frank Whittle to name a few. Cafe on site as well as a complete aircraft out the back. The gift shop has some nice items so pop in and find out a bit more about Cranwell and you will not be disappointed.

Such a sweet little museum. Loads of interactive stuff for kids to play with, costumes to try on, buttons to press. Really interesting to read about the history of Cranwell and what life was like for the apprentices. Staff were very kind and welcoming. A little cafe and loos made this a perfect pit stop on a long drive.

A gem of a small museum. Some interactive displays to keep the children entertained. Welcoming staff and lovely homemade cupcakes. Worth a visit if you are nearby, or a good stopping place if you are passing on the A17. Only 4 stars as it is quite small.

Lovely small heritage centre staffed by enthusiastic, informative volunteer staff.Wonderful caramelised onion sausage rolls. Good range of aviation leaflets.All this with free entry!

Called in today for the first time. Lovely little museum related to Cranwell Airfield history. Attentive and knowledgable staff made a real difference. It’s only small, but with interactive displays for children, it’s well worth a visit, and it’s free (but please donate something to keep it going).

Sorry to give a one star this is simply because we visited at 10.15am on Saturday and there was no one there, it says opens at 10am so I don't know why. Not near where we live so very disappointed not go have been in.

Friendly and welcoming museum with a number of interactive exhibits. Ideal for a stop off to appreciate the effort made to keep the nation safe.

A great little hidden gem! The museum is just off the main road and was an ideal stop off point for us with kids after several hours in the car. There is plenty of parking in pleasant surroundings in the countryside.The museum was relatively small but had lots of interesting and interactive elements which the kids loved. There was a small dressing up area and a flight simulator. There was also a full sized aircraft in the courtyard to enjoy your lunch next to.They have a small shop and cafe with tea/coffee/ snacks. The lady was lovely and very kind in showing us the different things thd kids could try out.If you have a camper/caravan, there is a small site here which looked well appointed and again ideal as a stop off point close to main routes.

Really lovely wee place. Perfect place to spend an hour or so with the kids. So much effort put in to keeping little people engaged. Staff lovely & really helpful.

Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Cute little cafe with very reasonable cakes! You must visit!Kim n Ju

Lovely way to spend an hour. And it's free! Interactive and full of information.

A superb free museum with interactive exhibits and a simulator. The staff were excellently welcoming and great to talk to. A great little stop.

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We visited this park today and were pleasantly surprised to see all the new play equipment which I think went in last year (2022). This now means there are a bunch of different play areas to explore off the main large green space though only the one by the cafe is fenced off for little ones. The duck play set is absolutely brilliant and entertained my 6 year old as much as the 10mo today. Some really good adventure climbing frames for older kids too.Park facilities are good with a small cafe (not much indoor seating on cold days like today though) that does very basic hot drinks and snacks (think: machine coffee, prepackaged snacks and hot pasties rather than anything more exciting - the cafe at Milton country park is much better for nutritious food and good coffee for example). There are little seating areas - covered and uncovered - throughout the main green as well as a few BBQs to use.Toilet block was clean enough if a bit brisk in the chill today. The country centre has warmer loos and changing table and was open today because of the indoor boot sale (last Sunday of every month, I think). I'm not sure if this building is usually open though.The park itself is great - lots of lovely woodland, den building areas and lakes that we've explored on warmer days plenty of times. Good tracks for family bikes or walking too.I've seen some reviewers from last summer mentioning the lack of benches and shade near equipment - that's been corrected now though the trees will take some time to get big enough for good shade!A really good spot for a family day outdoors whatever the weather.

Looking good.Hadn't been here for about 6yrs and not a lot has changed.There does seem to have been a lot of work going on in the various wooded areas clearing fallen and rotted trunks and creating hides etc for kids to play and be adventurous.Nice to see a couple of new apparatus in some areas of the park for kids to jump and climb on.Was a very pleasant walk around the entire park on the man-made pathways skirting the various lakes, river and ponds and through the woods. The Park was very quiet with few people about. Well worth a re-visit from our perspective and we really enjoyed it.We didn't visit the café.Car park was £1 for 2hrs but we paid £2 and got parking for 5hrs+.

A great country park with good walks, lake, woodland A cafe , with small gift shop with local crafts. On site toiles . Carpark prices reasonable. 👍

A great place to take the children. It has lots of play areas and places for children to explore.A great place to take the dog for a walk.Parkrun is held here on Saturdays and is a fun route to run!The cafe is also great for grabbing a drink, snack or lunch.

Beautiful place for the family.I saw some grilling spots but not sure if you can prep your grills. They also sell food and drinks and the lake environment is comforting

What an amazing experience i love new adventure and long walks through some beautiful places definitely great places for you and your family and dont forget about your pets they will love it out there to

A lovely park! My friend and I found this place by accident, so glad we did! Very peaceful as well as being a great place for walks and for children, with various playgrounds.

Very nice park with lots of play options for children . There is a orchid with vide variety of apples and fruits and a area kind of display area for bee farming which I never saw any where and many more things unfortunately we didn't have much time to spend so better to spare few hours to get whole experinece

Excellent park for all ages. Lovely children's play area with various pieces of apparatus for climbing and slides and swings. Lovely woodlands and lakes. Cafe and toilets. Easy parking at a reasonable price.

Been walking round here for some years now, don't come very often but every time we do it's a lovely walk and there are more than trails. There are parks for children and cycle routes and a woodland walk where you see squirrel. We had a coffee and piece of cake from the shop and enjoyed them very much. Our daughter bought some gifts from the shop and they are hand made crafts and look really nice. In the wet seasons it can flood around the walks and is a bit muddy so something to be mindful about.

Visited for the first time today, and probably won't bother again. The best thing about this place (aside from it being a great wildlife haven) is that it only costs £2 to park. Other than that, it's not that nice to walk around. With a main road nearby, there's a constant sound of traffic. And speaking of traffic, the roads to and from the park are absolutely ridiculous! Once off the A1, we got caught in a jam. It took about 20 minutes to go less than a mile. On the way home, it was just the same. On the positive side, the apiary is extremely interesting, with some fascinating information about bees.For those who are interested in finding out for themselves, there's a small cafe with toilets and a kid's play area, but the park just didn't appeal to me. But maybe I'm just getting too old and grumpy!

A beautiful place to visit. The cafe staff are friendly. Well recommend the bacon baps. I am a freelance photographer and so much to see and photograph here. Nice to see families using this and lots for children and young people to do.

First time here with the kids. We took the bikes but there were so many different play areas that we stopped every 100 meters 😄. The kids loved exploring around. Parking wasn't extortionate either!

Great park as it has segregated play areas so you can move around from place to place making a trip with the kids more varied. There are woods to walk in or normal swings and slides. Amenities include, BBQ area, toilets and a cafe and carpark etc.We happened to arrive and there was a random dog show with stalls for games bouncy castles. On another day it was a running weekend but still open to everyone.Suitable for all ages..

Had a nice bank holiday Monday here. Haven’t been back for about 5/6 years. Great park, amazing paths and beautiful surroundings. Perfect for children and dogs. Nice coffee only £1.50 for a filter coffee very good. It’s a shame the cakes aren’t freshly made I was disappointed by that!

Cold but pleasant walk around this park on a Sunday morning. Great for dog walkers or families with young kids as they can burn off some energy running about.

Hinchingbrooke Country Park is an absolute delight nestled in the heart of Cambridgeshire. From scenic walking trails to serene lakes, this park offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The well-maintained paths make it accessible for all ages and abilities, while the abundance of wildlife adds to the charm of the surroundings. Whether you're a nature lover, a family looking for a day out, or simply seeking some peace and tranquility, Hinchingbrooke Country Park has something for everyone. Highly recommended!

Love it here! Beautiful surroundings including rivers, lakes and wonderful walkways.The whole area is perfectly maintained & there are plenty of seats to just take time to appreciate the surroundings.There's a lovely café, toilets and areas to sit close to this (if you wish to eat outside, great if you've brought your dog!).There are fabulous play areas for children & outside gym equipment. There's also a safe, covered area to lock up bicycles.The car park is £2.00 for 6 hours (& there's a £1.00 ticket available for a shorter stay).All in all a brilliant experience and well worth a visit or two.

Lovely place. We met with our family from London, just two hours drive for us both. Lovely walks in the woods, a paddle in the lake and a great time in the children's play parks. Very reasonable parking £2 for 6 hours. There is a small café but we took a picnic. We will be meeting there again.

I love Hinchingbrooke Park. There is such a lot of plant life to photograph. Lots of places to just sit and listen to the bird songs, a cafe to take a break and stop for a while, children's areas and toilet facilities. Enclosed spaces wide open spaces and water places. Just remember to park responsibly. People live near the park and need to be able to come and go safely. If you wouldn't like it outside your home, dont do it outside ours.

Lovely big country park, the parking prices are good, up to 2 hours is a pound, & up to 6 hours is two pounds, free if you have a blue badge. We didn't go all around as we were with small children, but we did see at least 3 play areas they also have an apiary, where you can stand behind the screens & see the bees, unfortunately we didn't see them collecting the honey. There is a cafe selling hot drinks, sandwhiches, & ice creams, & also there was a smaller food truck with ice creams & pizza, there are plenty of places to sit and eat your food, & a few of them are covered little shelters, It has a good few different walks for a decent leg stretch, & we saw a sign that said there is extra parking at the hospital if needed, which is just across the road, i will update further with photos when we go back on our own.

Nice country park. Has a well maintained car park but the paying machine doesn't work, we needed to use a mobile phone app. I would recommend visiting the apiary, it is very instructive.

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Compact museum housed in Cromwell’s old school that gives a good oversight of his life. A short walk away from here you also have the remaining churchyard of the Church where he was baptised & the nursing home built on the site of the house in which Cromwell was born. Museum is free, optional £3 donation. Apparently I was told a move or extension of the museum could be on the cards - they have so much stuff they cannot display it all!

This was a lovely little Museum and my children really liked it. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly as well as welcoming. It may be small but there is lots to see see including a copy of Charles I I death warrant, Oliver Cromwell hat and three of his swords. The building itself is also his former School

A fantastic museum in great surrounds. Staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable about Cromwell, a good range of artefacts, items and information displayed. Also had a small visiting exhibition there too, which I presume changes throughout the year. Suggested donation of £3 which is reasonable. Gave a balanced view to Cromwell, as well as busting myths that have built up over the years. Very impressed and a highlight of visiting the region. Would recommend that all go.

Nice little museum- some good displays- is small, but some great historic info in such a small place- well worth a visit whilst in town 👍

Had a fabulous hour in here. I was the only visitor for much of that time, which was great. Lots of interesting information and some amazing artefacts. My only issue was the volume at which the two volunteers were chatting to each other about personal stuff, it actually made concentrating on reading rather difficult at times.

Very small ((just one big hall), but interesting and friendly. I know they will have more place i future, will be happy to return.

The staff is very friendly and know a lot about Cromwell. They will gladly tell you all about him and all the other cool things they know!The museum is completely free, but they ofcourse greatly appreciate any donations!

A free museum in the heart of huntingdon. We were welcomed by a lovely lady who gaves us an intro to the museum . The museum is small but has some fascinating items, like Cromwell hat, ceremonial sword and death mask. It is superbly curated and has some fascinating books in the small shop on site. Recommended

Small museum, yet very lovely visit due to the very knowledgeable and warm staff who also helped to entertain my kid. I learnt a lot, thanks! Free entry with suggested £3 donation.

This small museum, where Oliver Cromwell was born and later went to school (and Samuel Pepys went to as well) is free to visit (you can donate).It is all about Cromwell, with artefacts and paintings. For those interested in Cromwell, or those visiting Huntingdon, it is worth a visit.It may not appeal for long to some, but I found some of the displays, portraits and information worth checking out. I also appreciated standing inside the hostoric building.

Small but informative Museum. We were greeted by a gentleman in period dress who gave us an overview of Cromwell's time.The walls of the museum are covered in information, portraits and artefacts. We particularly liked the time line.There is an activity desk for children to get a more hands on experience.Excellent considering it is "free" with just a £3 per person donation recommended. Which we happily paid. 😎 👍 👍 I

It’s a small museum packed with history. It does a great job of capturing Cromwell history and twisting it together with Englands history. They even have a ton of portraits, armor, and documents for view.Parking is around the corner for £1/hr and they do events in the square.

Wonderful visit, been meaning to go for years. Informative and friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Well worth a visit, such an understated venue, with such enormous importance to our heritage and history.

It is an absolute joy to visit this museum in Huntingdon. Friendly and incredibly well informed guides. We are looking to attend the Huntingdon witch trials talk in May! A lovely part of what makes Huntingdon, Huntingdon.

Fascinating little niche museum. Cromwell's actual hat! Staffed by a lady who was very passionate about the local history and very keen to help. Learned a lot.

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Great place for swimming, canoeing, or long walks. The mill is definitely worth visiting, check the opening hours. There are toilets and a tea shop next to the car park. You can rent boats and canoes. Car park and facilities close usually at 4 pm, but you can still drive out, so don't worry about leaving your car for longer, drive up to the gate (not too close) and it will open. Beautiful scenery, we did an 8k walk (check out the map in my pictures, red trail, with a green shortcut south of the lakes) but you have many options, including an around 20k one recommended on a map just south of the mill. There may be mud and narrow paths in tall grass, so aim at good weather. Don't miss walking around the picturesque village with many old houses, a bit like going back in time. Recommended.

Morning fog, sunny afternoon. Thanks for the informative tour by the kind volunteers, Ms Faith and his friends. Also a good place to encounter cormorant.

We were lucky enough to book a tour of Houghton Mill. Our volunteer guide, Linda, spent an hour taking our small group around the inside of the mill, detailing its thousand-year history.Whilst on the tour, we were able to visit three of the four floors of the mill, the top floor is currently closed to the public for safety measures and look at some of the original 18th century machinery, learning about how wheat was transported across the building, ground, bagged, and even how a previous owner created a form of air-conditioning.Please be aware that the waterwheel is not always running, however this does not detract from this beautiful building and its long and interesting history.There is a carpark on site as well as a gift shop/cafe, with benches along the river to sit outside.

Lovely working mill. The wholewheat flour is sold at a very reasonable price. I was pleasantly surprised to be able to enter the mill without an entry fee, where you can watch wheat being added on the first floor, and bagging on the ground floor. A lovely gentleman showed me the milled flour and explained how to use it and how it was used a hundred years ago.You can rent a boat outside the mill or bring your own paddle board, or visit the tearoom. Very nice day out.

A very interesting tour of the mill by our guide Janine. Full of history and owners since the first mill on the site in 974 AD.The staff and volunteers do a great job keeping this historic building running.

Very interesting watermill, well worth a visit; check the opening times first, some days have a guide, some dont and they only mill on Sundays. Lovely friendly staff and guides, very informative. Mill is really interesting inside, with most original equipment and plenty of information boards. At busy times best to book tickets in advance, although we were lucky and they had free spaces

Make sure to book ahead of time.Nicely situated mill with a wide range of activities. Two local villages to explore, paths and trails; waterways and more. You can easily spend a day here. However if you want to see the mill then prebook the tour to make sure you get inside. It’s a lovely location and perfect for an afternoon out.

A lovely location for a walk, coffee, chat or water based activity if that’s your thing!Highly recommend a visit, it’s a stunning location for a 4k walk or shorter if desired!Car park is not large and maximum parking duration is 3 hours for £3!There’s a little cafe onsite that opens at 10am and some toilet facilities.It does get busy later in the day, so if you can go early!There is also a campsite connected to the mill if you like sleeping with the stars.You can also walk around the mill.

What a lovely place in a great setting. The tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining (the tour lasted about an hour). There are some lovely walks nearby as well as a lovely pub. Perfect for an afternoon out.

Superb old water mill which still produces its own flour, in a picturesque setting. On the day we were there they turned the water wheel back on (apparently it hadn't been working for quite a while). There's a good mixture of information boards, working models and of course the actual working mill itself! There is also a lovely walk out around the grounds.

The mill was closed for the winter but walks around it were good. Water meadows with birds. Nice national trust hut with good food. Olde world village with thatched roofs. Friendly people.

Great little place tucked away, lovely original watermill. Campsite also right next to it, you can bring your canoe or paddle board and launch in front of the mill. You sit next to the river on a sunny day with a picnic, so peaceful. There are walks as well.

Visited on the way to Huntingdon races, the mill was closed but you could still view the outside of the mill and the riverside park was excellent. I will visit again and there is also a small tearoom.The village also has some fantastic medieval buildings too.

Lovely little place. The tour was really good, the guide was very good and made it very fun and very informative, even encouraged you to touch and feel everything which most national trust places don't, even got you involved in milling. Definitely need to book the tour. Don't just turn up if you want a tour of the mill, which I would highly recommend.Great walks by the river. You can hire canoes to go on the river. Great part where you can wild swim or paddleboard. I highly recommend getting there early as can get very busy, will definitely be going back.

Lovely 5 mile walk from St Ives, Houghton and Hemmifords!

The house and water mills are not on operation everyday. It needs booking, check on one of the pics I took to see the booking availability. The surround vicinity is a huge meadow, a long river, a camping site, boats available to hire, a well preserved village with old houses and church built in 13th century, old and new post office, tea shop - pub, and if you have kids you may need a playground as well. The place is just beautiful! Take your bike and you can bike around!

Nice little mill dated at least from the 900s. Five stars for the enthusiasm of the staff and the clean well-maintained toilet. Nice tea room in the gardens surrounded by long nature paths to explore and wonderful watersports choices for a fun relaxing day!

Very interesting history of the mill, especially to learn there has been a mill on this site for over 1000 years! Fascinating to think about how ingenious our ancestors were. Great to be able to buy the flour milled here from wheat grown at Wimpole Hall nearby. I made soda bread from the recipe book - very tasty!

Didn't go into the Mill but had a walk around the grounds and stopped off in the little coffee shop. The Mill gives some nice photo opportunities from all sides, and the walk along the Ouse is very pleasant and not too strenuous. Usual NT prices, £7 for the Mill and expensive in the coffee shop.

Didn't actually make it around the Mill itself but did a lovely walk following the River Great Ouse. Stunning countryside. A wonderful way to spend an afternoon walking the dog in the sunshine. Finished off with a coffee and cake from the National Trust cafe

A lovely place to visit at any time of the year. It can get very busy and the car park isn’t huge so best to go early. Great little coffee shop for after having a walk. We didn’t go into the mill but looked good from outside. £3 parking.

A nice serene place to visit in the weekend, good parking and lots of places to visit around the mill, good cafe too

A welcoming friendly place with nice tearooms and a fascinating mill. Bought freshly milled flour while we were there. It is also a base from which to do a pleasant 5 mile walk to St Ives and back. On a sunny Sunday afternoon we felt we had been transported to another world.

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Despite it being a grey day, I enjoyed my visit to the estate and inside the house. I loved the long view towards London and inside the house was interesting as well with some lovely rooms. There is plenty to do on the estate and it has the traditional National Trust tearoom and cafe which we enjoyed using.

A large, easily accessible car park with an extra overspill area should the need arise. It is, however, quite a distance from the main house for those less mobile.The reception/ticket building appears to be fairly new and includes toilets, which is handy if you've had a long drive to get there.The estate is large and there are plenty of walks around it, although some of the signage could be better in some of the outlying ones.There's lots to see in the house with a lot of the history explained in information boards and the volunteers in different rooms.

Beautiful house and stunning gardens, it was built during the 1640’s -1650’s after the original Manor House was demolished. Mrs Bambridge ( Rudyard Kipling daughter) the last official owner passed away in 1976 the house was bequeathed to the National Trust. Entry is free if you are a National Trust member which I am. Extensive grounds to explore. We did not manage to get everything done in one afternoon so a return visit will be made. The house is stunning, with lots of rooms to view, cameras are allowed thankfully. Walled garden is beautiful with lots of produce being grown some of which you can purchase from the front ticket office.There is a restaurant, cafe and shop on site. Toilets easily accessible too. Large free car park. There is a farm yard area too, we did not manage to get to that bit today or the folly. Still lots to do. Highly recommend a visit.

Amazing National Trust Property where you can easily spend a full day.I visited in summer, when gardens were in full bloom, making it extra special.All the normal NT high standards apply, book shop, cafe, farm area, facilities for younger members and stunning house.With all NT I feel it is often the enthusiasm of the guides which make a place and Wimpole was no exception.

A massive estate with so much to explore! Can be a bit muddy, especially if soggy weather for the past few days, so do wear suitable footwear. The home farm was awesome. Met so many animals 🐷🐐🐰

Lovely house and parkland.I have a gripe that the parterre has been grassed over, I can appreciate the amount of work involved and a need to achieve sustainability, but I'm 50/50 as to whether it is in fact just a drift to less investment with a feeling that monetisation is a leader with this property.Well worth a visit tho and the volunteers were as superb and knowledgeable as ever !!👍

Wow, what a great place to visit on a crisp and clear winter's day. House was closed but grounds were open, entered into by the new car parking area (including 12 EV charging pts) and visitor entrance. See pics

Lovely site with great walks and things to do for all the family.Farm, garden and the hall itself are interesting. All the paths are well looked after with only steps into the house will affect wheel chair users.

We loved the experience. Wimpole is a very beautiful and educational place. Our only issue was that the restaurant menu contains mainly sandwiches and jacket potatoes, so not much choice.I do recommend this place. It is very good for a family day out.

What an absolute gem 💎 this is a fabulous house with a good history. Also, a farm with plenty of animals kids will love this. Good size walled gardens. Two cafes with good choice. Plenty of space for kids to run and play also plenty of benches for a rest bite .

Absolutely loved this place. Honestly I've never visited a National Trust centre before, so had imagined a boring place.Good amount of car parking.Fab toilets on entry to the visitors centre. Toilets less attractive elsewhere.Beautiful house, though restricted to only certain rooms...some great history discovered.A range of tea rooms, typical prices. Shops.Loads of places to sit and have picnics. Loads of places for children to explore.A stunning walled garden.A farm park.Acres of places to walk.This whole visit has made me consider buying a yearly membership to the National Trust.

We stopped off here on the way to Norfolk. This is a fantastic estate, with so much to see. We didn't manage to visit the house this time, but we walked to Home Farm via the Walled Garden. The Walled Garden had a selection of fruit trees and many flowers as well. They sell juice made from the apples on site. Home Farm had a great trail for the children that meant they wanted to go all round to collect their embossed stamps - a great idea that more Trust properties could learn from. The Great Barn had some fun hands-on this for children too. We loved seeing the baby animals, particularly the piglets. There was a small play area with a very popular combine harvester climbing slide-thing and some other less-popular items. There were a good number of picnic benches, though these were taken, so consider bringing a blanket. The estate walks appear to only be accessible from the front of the house, and it was later in the day when we reached this point so didn't attempt these. All-in-all this is a HUGE estate, with diverse activities to engage a wide range of audiences. Would definitely consider returning here if we were in the area - we loved it.

Lovely house that had been decorated for Christmas. The trees were beautiful. Friendly volunteers telling you some of the history. The gardens had a 12 days of Christmas theme and the autumnal colours of the trees were gorgeous 😍

A superb place, which should interest many people of all ages.Wimpole Hall is worth a visit on its own , the magnificent building and all the contents.The grounds including walled gardens although the visit towards the end of October are still interesting.The farm with its buildings , equipment and of course the animals, enable townies like myself to see farm animals close up

Even visiting on a cold wet February day this NT property is a great place to visit was able to able to access all 3 floors as usual with NT properties the staff on hand were enthusiastic and very knowledgeable the walled garden is definitely worth a visit and will be returning again later in the year

Wimpole Hall owned by the National trust, expensive on parking and if disabled need to park near ticket office and shop otherwise very long walk. The house is full of lovely items to view, the volunteers are always very helpful.Grounds are vast and market garden is a must as well as farm with it's rare breeds, to get to farm and market garden quite a walk but there is a small trolley bus that will take you there Wimpole Hall had many things on over the year so do look out for them usually advertised in the shop and local papers or Cambridge News.

Hadn't been to Wimpole since December. The walled garden has been improved. New paths in the middle section. Lots more to explore and lots of colour. Sunflowers lovely. Main cafe seems quicker service than we remembered. Farm good, as usual.

Amazing time spent on a sunny day, plenty to see and to intake. Lovely historical background, amazing view and pleasant walk around in the gardens. Lots of parking spaces.

Great day out! Accommodates for everyone. We did the 14km walk around the grounds, stopping at the ruins, the main house and one of the cafes. The only negative is we paid to go in, yet wasn't actually allowed in the house gardens with a dog. This really limited us to the cafes and only walking around the fields. I wish there was a different price for only "grounds" access as we paid full price to attend the "house gardens and grounds'.

Lovely relaxing mid-week experience. Not at all busy, so easy to both park and charge my electric car. Took a tour of the house which was very interesting, volunteers were friendly and informative. In the farm I got to see a demo of how the shire horses are prepared for work.

A great place, very spread out, no cycles to hire so if you want to see stable, house, folly and farmyards take good walking boots. Plenty of gardens to visit, check weather when walking from house to folly, it's quite a walk especially when caught in the rain. Not many signs for which way to go so take a map and or use Google maps with satellite pictures on to get bearings.

Stunningly beautiful place. Plenty to see and a lovely place to walk around. The inside is the house has plenty of guides to ask questions and an easy to walk through one way so you managed to see many rooms. Absolutely stunning walled garden - in fact one of the best I have ever seen. Everything as it would have been with every fruit/vegetable/flowers you could imagine growing together! The farm was excellent to walk through too - great to see the little piglets! Amazing barns amongst the more modern farm buildings too. Highly recommend this place.

Went to see Christmas illuminations. Been there many times before in summer but first time to see illuminations. It was really good. Illuminations were amazing. There was a little fun fair for children and they seemed to be loving it. £5.50 for a hot chocolate was bit too much. They seemed to be making the most out of footfall the illuminations brought. During summer I don’t pay as I am national trust member but had to pay for illumination. If you are not national trust member you also pay for parking. I would recommend a visit for sure .

Good couple of hours in the spectacular grounds for the Christmas Light trail. Some very impressive displays from the sea of light through the Cathedral to the magnificent shows in the rear grounds. Coffee and food available at a couple of places and kids play area. Only gripe is £8 car parking after spending upwards of £30 for the tickets.

This a truly beautiful place! It was purchased by Rudyard Kipling's daughter using the inheritance she received from his estate, and she paid £68,000 for it. The estate is the same size as 1,700 football pitches. The house is amazing and the walled garden is simply stunning. She my photos.

A gorgeous estate with lovely walks and scenic views. The grounds have sheep, lambs and cows roaming free and there is a lovely farm to visit with animals you can pet. Cafe and toilet facility’s are good. Perfect place for a picnic. Also there is a walled garden and you can sometimes buy some fresh produce. Would visit again

Well maintained park/garden. National Trust staff is very helpful and guided us appropriately to the path. If you take the trail ahead of Wimpole hall, you will see lots of farm animals. We might have also spotted wild hen on the trail.Would recommend to walk the full trail (of course, not with pram or small kids) and also recommend a visit to the Dairy.Since, it was Easter weekend, there were lot of activities for kids on the path to Wimpole hall.

An ideal place to visit if you wish to stretch your legs and build an appetite for cakes and coffee in the Old Rectory restaurant. A nicely proportioned house, albeit a little dark, even on a sunny day. A rather sterile Home Farm with few visitors. Probably much more dynamic during school holidays.My primary caveat is the distances involved in exploring the estate. It's big. At least 500 yards walk to the house and restaurant from the relocated car park. Over a mile loop to the castle folly. Lots of paths without distances on their signage. Just beware if you have mobility problems...

First visit to Wimpole and I can honestly say that it is my favourite national trust property in east Anglia, such a lovely place to spend a day wandering around the beautiful grounds, added extra of a small working farm. Brilliant day out

A lovely day out at Wimpole Estate. Well run and nice restaurant/cafe. Walled gardens especially pleasant. Farm is good and has piglets. Knowledgable guides who give good historical information in the house. Recommend for family day out or just a pleasant walk around.

A beautiful place to visit with a farm, ample land and impressive decor within the home. There is plenty of parking and facilities so it's great for families and those who want a stroll. I was very impressed with the staff in the manor who explained a lot of the history and detail within the rooms.

Wimpole Estate was a delightful surprise! The variety of flowers was impressive, the walks were serene, and meeting Stanley, the largest horse I've ever seen, was unforgettable. Great value for such a charming experience! 🌸🌳🐴

Beautiful estate. Well maintained and family orientated. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The walled garden is an absolute pleasure to wander around with a vast variety of plants. And we fell in live with Stanley, the giant shire horse.

Liked this place plenty of parking but very popular with visitors. Children enjoyed the Easter egg trail. Farm and garden area.

Lovely place to visit. So much to see and do. Walk your legs off in 900 acres of parkland, picnic, working farm, gardens, cafés, restaurant, and of course the magnificent hall itself. We're going back as we didn't have time to take it all in.

We've been to Wimpole before, but many years ago. After spending a week in Suffolk, we decided to visit on our way home and had a lovely day. Lovely facilities, cafe, shop, toilets etc. We enjoyed the house, gardens, farm and grounds.The only thing that would've been better would have been if the upstairs of the property had been open. Maybe another time.

Beautiful gardens and house. The farm is brilliant for families to see some pigs, cows, rabbits, chickens, goats and sheep. There are shire horses around but we only saw them being led to stables. Cafe is good, delicious jacket potato. Friendly staff. Plenty of parking. It can be quite muddy there so bare in mind.

Highly recommended. Great car parking facilities despite being very busy. Modern and covered office block entrance with toilets. Extremely friendly welcome, providing a map and good advice about where our dog is allowed and great information about which paths were least water-logged (we have had so much rain recently). Large parkland with walks of various lengths up to 5.5 miles. Lovely house and a great vista of the surrounding countryside. Good shop. Well kept overall and very popular with families, dogs and those with small children riding bikes etc.The only let down was the cafe. Despite the two ladies working there (who were both lovely, very hard working and pretty efficient), they couldn’t really cope with demand. Queued for about 20 minutes only to find that they had almost completely run out of sandwiches and other food. This needs much better planning from the management team and there was quite a lot of quiet grumbling and muttering of disappointment around me. A real missed opportunity.

A true National Treasure of a house and gardens. You can spend ages walking the grounds with a distant folly for the keen . The house has some great rooms and a picturesque chapel. Well worth a day out visit.

Well worth the entry fee; I've visited many times and am always discovering a new area or event that has been put on. We've also been lucky enough to get free National Trust tickets and visit that way.The grounds are extensive, with beautiful walks, forests and stunning/informative gardens (love their walled vegetable/fruit garden). Our kids love the farm area, with rare breeds - the caretaker was very helpful and told us lots of interesting facts about the animals. As if that were not enough, you can then visit Wimpole Hall, the beautiful mansion. I remember visiting around Christmas time once and it was beautifully decorated and they had laid out toys from decades ago, that children of the past would have played with. They had also organised Christmas activities for visitors to do. I'm always so taken by the living history of these stately homes - loved the downstairs kitchens and servant quarters.

A wonderful day out for our young family. The grounds are utterly stunning with beautiful walks through fields of sheep and lambs. Also a field with cows who were very interested and friendly.The farm is fantastic, there were pigs, sheep, horses, goats, ponies, cows, chickens, donkeys and rabbits. The facilities were brilliant for hand washing and we were able to get up close with the animals and learn about them. Stanley the horse was particularly sweet!The restaurant was lovely and served delicious food, in clean and bright surroundings.One improvement would be the signage in the car park which was lacking a little.As National Trust members, we felt really lucky to have access to this wonderful site and would highly recommend it for a day out.

Had a thoroughly enjoyable visit here just recently.Staff were very friendly, quite a lot to see and do. Not a huge amount of cover if the weather turns wet but just dress accordingly and its fine.Plenty of parking and they even have electric charging points.

It is a remarkable location to visit. I completed the 5.5 mile hike and the vistas from certain vantage points were awe-inspiring. The on-site restaurant/cafe offered limited food options, but the quality of the food was exceptional.

So much to do here, the walled garden was beautiful. Such a variety of plants, but I enjoyed the home farm. Chickens, pigs, goats, cows, horse, rabbits and donkeys. I'm sure I must have missed something! Great for little kids.

Great place for a day out. National Trust property so free if you are a member. Several places to eat here although NT places can be pricey. Lots of trails to walk and the folly is worth the trek. A farm which is interesting especially for kids.

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I absolutely LOVED this museum! Full of amazing cars & kitchenware, games, appliances etc from the 50s & 60s. Worth every penny of the entry fee which is a steal at £4. Totally recommend ✨

Brilliant visit to the Bubble Car museum, the owners are really friendly and it has and amazing collection of cars. They've also got collections of life in general on the 50's with bakolite plastic phones, a traditional kitchen and many other nuggets.There's a lovely tearoom onsite as well.

This is a really great place - small but a really sweet collection, interestingly presented and there is plenty to look at besides the cars. Fantastic value too. One of those lovely quirky places that you hope is around for years to come and changes as little as possible. Highly recommended

A truly fantastic collection of cars and window displays. I strongly disagree with anyone that says £4 is not huge value for money for whats on display and £1 guide is a must have, explaining the history of the cars. The highlight of my visit was a trip out in one of the cars with Garry who IMO deserves a special mention for his knowledge and was a pleasure to speak with. Food was very good we had Soup and hot drinks. We spent a good 2 hours reading the guide as we walked around but it's a must stop even if you only have half hour to spare.

We first heard about this museum on Bargain Hunt and thought it could be interesting.It certainly is, and it is really a bargain price to enter. We decided to have a drink and something to eat and were pleasantly surprised by the prices, again very low. So, what are the drawbacks? Well, it is small, and you need to buy a £1 guidebook to learn about the exhibits as there is no information displayed. The exhibits are not typical museum fresh, rather more realistic with plenty of faded paintwork and scratches, etc, but that all adds to their charm. Then there are very limited opening hours, Friday to Sunday between 10 am and 4 pm only!Would we visit again? Too right, but not straight away as they will need time to change the exhibits.If you enjoy camping they also have a camping area.

This was an awesome find when looking for things to do with my kids (M15&F13). It's a gem of a place not far from Boston. It is out in the countryside, with beautiful views, and space on site for a picnic should you go during nice weather.There is parking on site, a small cafe, gift shop, and toilet facilities.It is fantastic value for money, with a large display of various types of bubblecars and small vehicles. There is a guidebook that provides you with further information on the exhibits, along with some information alongside the displays.We spent a good couple of hours at the museum, and if you go on the days that they allow you to ride in some of the vehicles you could spend longer here.

This little museum is absolutely fantastic. Not only for the quirky bubble & other tiny little cars, but all the other exhibits too which bring back so many memories.The lady who serves on the shop & takes your entry fee is so welcoming and very friendly too. Definitely worth a visit, and at £4 to enter, what's to lose even if it isn't to your liking. Though there's got to be something wrong with you if you don't like it.

Lovely well cared for museum with a good variety of bubble cars. Went for a ride in one great fun. Professional staff, good cafe for cake and tea.

A very off the beaten track museum, but really fun to go and have a look round. £4 for adults which isn’t bad at all, and the lady that runs it or works there is such a lovely person. You can’t spend a day here, but it’s a nice couple of hours to spend. It would be nice if there was a proper sign for the museum as you literally are on top of it before you see it. Can get a little smelly but the museum is next to a farm, so that’s to be expected. The little café was nice as well, very cheap for food and drinks.

A unique and small museum but full of interest for those that lovely bubble cars and motorcycles. Very reasonably priced entrance fee with a nice cafe , would recommend the nicest sausage roll ever Will definitely return.

Absolutely loved this museum. It's been on the to do list for a while and we were so glad we went.Lots of amazing microcars, scooters, motorcycles and lots of 50's and 60's memorabilia.The tea room is also a great little find, very reasonable with homemade cakes too.

The museum itself is based on the same premises as a camping park and cafe. The current cost to enter is £4 per adult. The cars themselves are in a good condition and the collection itself is interesting whilst not being overly large. To walk around the museum, probably takes about 20 minutes to half an hour. The disappointing thing about the museum is there are no displays with information on each vehicle, you have to buy an additional guide book to get this information. It maybe only a pound, but the visual displays in the museum could be better. An OK museum, but more a private collection of cars open to the public.

Really interesting museum with cars you are unlikely to see anywhere else. We'll laid out with cars in the centre surrounded by shop windows showing 50s and 60s goods such as toys and household items. I will visit again. Cafe is good and quite cheap with excellent cake. Highly recommended.

This is a nice little place, £4 entry. it's a small museum but set up nicely with displays and not just the vehicles etc.There is a small cafe here selling cakes, sausage rolls, scones, tea, coffee, etc all for a reasonable price.There is a small little shop with a few cute little things to buy.The Gravel Car park is small but as you drive in the driveway you can park on the grass either side of it, so plenty of parking really if people park sensible.There is also a campsite located here, with toilets and shower facilities.

This is the most amazing museum . A real gem and so affordable. The cafe is well priced too!! Such an assortment of items to see in addition to Bubble cars.

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If you’re in Cambridge, make sure to go “punting” on the River Cam. Rent a boat for £30, spend a few hours paddling down the river. You’ll cross the Bridge of Sighs, the Mathematical Bridge, and many others. Many guided tours available. The red boats offer alcohol for sale. Excellent leisure activity in the afternoon with family or friends.

A charming riverside to spend your weekend! with some famous colleges to keep you architectural company...throw in a picnic and there you are in Paradise! 👍✌

Just go for a walk along the banks of the river, it's exceptionally beautiful during springtime!

I was in a magical land for that one hour in River Cam on the punt. Can’t explain the ambience in words. A must must visit in the whole of UK.We went in late November, but the weather was kind and got some amazing pictures. I would recommend not focusing on taking pictures much coz you’ll loose the feel of the punting trip.

Wonderful calm and serene river thru the city of Cambridge

As far as a river goes it’s alright isn’t it, I mean it’s a mass of wet water largely kept in place by banks, so, yeah, it does it job as a river quite well :)

Visited and worked in Cambridge 1000's of times and apart from the odd sunny day watching frisby and drinking by the Cam, the City of Cambridge is the most overrated day out (nobody spends more than a day unless they have to) in England.Much of the University architecture is unaccessible, the pubs are over-priced and the students and lecturers unbearable. Nearby Bury St Edmunds and Norwich are far more interesting and Norwich, in particular, largely unexplored and unexploited.

The total experience of punting down the River Cam in the educational city of Cambridge was so awesome. It was exciting and calming at the same time, passing under various bridges and flanked by historic buildings like St. John's College and Queen's College among others. The views are picturesque and breathtakingly beautiful.

Beautiful natural scenes along the river. A must visit!

Beautiful river flowing through the centre of Cambridge. Lovely to see people enjoying the river and all the boats

River cam is one of the most peaceful rivers I have ever come across. The river is a popular attraction in Cambridge as visitors can have the opportunity to experience punting.The surrounding of the river is very relaxing and tranquil. This place is a must-visit for visitors who are planning a trip to Cambridge!

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Breathtaking chapel. Been local for all my life and have recently gone in. Well worth the wait. Beautiful structure.The grounds are quite something as well. Worth a visit in summer to see everything in flower.

King's College Chapel, nestled in the heart of Cambridge, is a breathtaking architectural masterpiece that enchants travelers with its timeless beauty and historical significance. Its soaring Gothic spires and intricate stained glass windows evoke a sense of awe and wonder, offering visitors a glimpse into centuries of religious and academic tradition. The chapel's central location within the picturesque King's College campus makes it easily accessible for tourists exploring the charming city of Cambridge. Inside, visitors are treated to sublime acoustics during the chapel's renowned choral performances, adding a magical dimension to the experience. However, the chapel's popularity as a tourist attraction can lead to long queues, especially during peak seasons, which may require patience from travelers eager to explore its interior. Additionally, while entry to regular services is free, there may be admission fees for special events or concerts, which could be a consideration for budget-conscious travelers. Despite these potential drawbacks, King's College Chapel remains a must-visit destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the rich history and architectural splendor of Cambridge.

As seen on the Christmas day service but with the live wow factor. We were treated to some organ music and a gentleman playing the harp which added to the atmosphere. The history of the chapel is fascinating and the staff were very helpful and approachable. One place I would love to go again, just to hear the choir.

One of the oldest colleges in Cambridge with a huge history!You can enter with a ticket to visit the place where it is wonderful. There you can read about its history and admire its magnificent architecture!You must first go if you want to see all the places to be informed if you allow entry all seasons and all hours in advance. There is a period when due to exams or other events you are not allowed to enter everywhere.

Went there last week and it was very beautiful inside, particularly the fan vaulted ceiling, the choir benches and the golden organ. The side rooms were full of history about the red and white roses (Tudor dynasty, the 3 kings who built the chapel: Henry VI, Henry VII, Henry VIII), as well as the construction techniques and architecture. I lived in Cambridge since 2012 and honestly this is the second best tourist destination in Cambridge. (the first is punting)

Absolutely breathtaking. Feels like a refreshing experience every time I walk into it. As well as the spectacular fan vault ceiling, and beautiful stained glass, some other nice things about it are definitely the organ, candlelit events/services, and, if you’re lucky, it’s heated flooring. Worth coming to visit!

Beautiful historical building with an astounding architecture. It's a good visit if you like history. The ceiling was breathtaking.

I always say Yes to historical old buildings. It is so amazing how are built these old College Chapels etc. These old buildings are so luxurious, with lot of secrets. Maybe I don't see the reason why I need pay money to visit God house. But still was very exciting place.

Undoubtedly the most iconic building in Cambridge and one of Europe's finest late Perpendicular Gothic English buildings. Indeed, the Chapel features the world's largest fan vault.The foundation stone of King’s College Chapel was laid on 25th July 1446 by King Henry VI, but was not fully complete, including some of the finest stained glass windows in the world, until 1547 under King Henry VIII.Most days the chapel opens for sightseeing at 9:30am, with final entry 3:15pm; though make sure to check in advance because this can vary. A self guided tour is £11 (or £8.50 for students or children). Well worth it for a place that literally oozes history.If you found my review interesting please leave a quick thumbs up 👍 Thank you!

It’s astonishing especially the inside. All the details on the vaulted ceiling and the coloured glasses is breathtaking. It’s has a very nice walk as well to the Backs which you can walk across the bridge and see the punts in the water with a whole view of the Kings college and the chapel. It is a million dollar view.

Very interesting beautiful building. Seemed strange to be in a Chapel which was full of youngsters creating quite a bit of noise. It was actually quite refreshing. Found the information leaflet really helpful.You can buy tickets from shop opposite King's College.

Got very lucky today to have a chance to see this spectacular Chapel. King’s College Chapel is a prime example of late Perpendicular Gothic English architecture. It’s the second biggest Chapel in the world and features the world's largest fan vault. Beautiful and stunning stained glass windows around whole Chapel 12 windows on each side.Window 1 - The Lamb of God and the Wedding at Cana,Window 2 - Christ and Jairus’ daughter and calling the fishermen,Window 3 - The transfiguration and Christ with the disciples,Window 4 - Lazarus and preparation for the Passover,Window 5 - The last supper and its Old Testament antecedent, manna in the desert,Window 6 - The Light of the World,Window 7 - The Bread of Life,Window 8 - The Lamb of God,Window 9 - Christ of Revelation,Window 10 - The Good Shepherd,Window 11 - Jesus appears to his disciples,Window 12 - The Ascension of Christ and Elijah etc.Peaceful and magnificent chapel where you can come to enjoy the beauty of the place itself and have time to think about life and merge with the wonderful atmosphere. If you get lucky you can attend the chapel when they have their own choir singing.

The words are too small to express the grandiose architecture exposed in front of my eyes. The history of it, the perfect garden near it, the small details, perfect of this building is extreme. I surely recommend it

One cannot visit Cambridge without visiting King's College Chapel (a shop opposite sells tickets). There is a detailed exhibition of its history and a pamphlet guide. A stunning place!

Stunning grounds and chapel. Lovely story and stained glass windows. The layout is unique and has interesting historical anecdotes.

Clearly overpriced as 150 pounds dont even get you the college, the whole grass area and the whole walking path. You only get the chapel and some bridge with a monument

Amazing masonry. Unbelievable that most of it has survived now than 500 years, that's what the patronage of Henry VIII meant I suppose. A couple of really interesting explanation areas, I would have perused a lot more thoroughly if alone.It seems rather expensive, but I'm glad we visited.

Fantastic place to visit. Amazing architecture to look at and wonder at the skills of the craftsmen that took so long to build it. 30 years for the stained glass windows to give you some idea. Then walk down to the Cam via the backs.

The most incredible architectural feat. The chapel was built during the reign of Henry VIII and the central wooden organ housing was a gift to celebrate his marriage to Anne Boleyn. Can you find the one remaining H&A signature?

The cathedral boasts impressive and unusual architecture, especially notable in the design of its ceiling. The informational displays in the side areas are well-prepared and intriguing, offering insights into the cathedral's history and significance. Visitors will appreciate the availability of flyers in many different languages, catering to an international audience. Additionally, the surrounding garden area is beautifully maintained, providing a serene setting for a short stroll. The price is a bit high.

King's Chapel in Cambridge is a stunning architectural masterpiece, seamlessly blending Gothic and Tudor styles. The intricate details of its stained glass windows and ornate ceiling create an awe-inspiring atmosphere. The chapel's historical significance adds to its charm, making it a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich cultural tapestry of Cambridge. The serene ambiance and timeless beauty make King's Chapel a captivating destination for both history enthusiasts and architecture aficionados alike.

The second biggest chapel in the world and incredibly beautiful as well. It's kept in perfect shape, the history behind it is really interesting and the tour guides will tell you everything there is to know about this masterpiece.

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Excellent Cambridge museum. The current exhibition: Islanders The Making of the Mediterranean - which runs until 4 June - is spellbinding. It spans thousands of years, from neolithic Crete to Roman period Sardinia and includes an object that is 9,000 years old. The exhibition is free is free to enter but a ticket is required.The museum's permanent collection is also amazing; I particularly like the ceramic pieces that are on display.

Worth to visit this beautiful museum which is holding historical stuff from all over the world. It’s free and in centre location of Cambridge city. Building itself is a beautiful architecture.Not big as London Museum but still offering a lot from all over the world specially Egyptian, Greek, Roman etc which is spreading different time period.

The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge is a must-visit. It houses an impressive collection of art and antiquities, ranging from ancient Egyptian artifacts to Renaissance masterpieces and contemporary works. The architecture is stunning, and the exhibits are well-curated, offering something for everyone. The museum is free to enter, making it an excellent destination for anyone interested in history, art, and culture.

We visited the Fitzwilliam on a Thursday morning, having pre-booked free entry. I've visited many museums but I think this might be one of the most fascinating smaller collections I've seen. In May 2022, they cleverly juxtaposed David Hockney's exhibition pieces alongside permanent and older work that resembled them, it was very well done. Highly recommend when in Cambridge.

Loved this museum. From medieval armors and weapons to ancient Roman Empire or even Egypt. The collection is superb and worths your time to pay it a visit. When you want to take a break there is a coffee/tea shop near the souvenirs.I really enjoyed my time here and definitely I'll return as I didn't had enough time to explore it properly.

The museum is definitely worth a visit!A great place with an impressive number of paintings and antiques from Europe, Asia and the Middle East.Unique collections of famous artists, interesting artifacts, sculptures, porcelain, armour. Everyone will find something for themselves! Admission to the Museum is free!

An enormous range of artworks, some especially famous ones such as Monet's. Great selection of flower still lifes, along with religious artworks. Art is sorted by country of origin. There is a gigantic collection of ceramics, varying in age. The gift shop is large and quite good, there is also a café.

Lovely well maintained museum. Plenty to see. Cafe was average price but delicious cakes and coffee. Toilets on site were clean. Well done Fitzwilliam museum. If in Cambridge, you must take time to visit, and it's free entry.

One of the must visit places in Cambridge!It is like a small version of the British Museum but less crowded, so you can feel free to explore around and admire all the exhibitions here.Better expected spending 1-2hrs to visit here

One of the best museums in Cambridge.The entrance architecture is stunning as it is inspired by ancient Greek temples.Lots of paintings, historical weapons, statues, and objects.The entrance is free of charge and you get to see a lot of things, a must-stop when visiting Cambridge.

Very nice Museum! Not too busy and there is a cafe and gift shop inside. We didn’t have time to try out the cafe. The gift shop has a range of items all ranging in price!The Monet pieces were mesmerising!Overall a cute place to visit.Free admission

Fantastic morning went to side entrance told you can book a slot but let us in because numbers were low i think due to covid will only let a certain amount of people in at any time .plenty of volunteers to guide you round or answer any questions nice cafe for drinks and snacks great museum shop aswell great experience

Nice Museum to visit, my son wanted to see the Egyptian items. You could spend a couple of hours walking around looking at the interesting artifacts. You have to book your tickets online before you go. Its free to visit or you can make a donation if you like.

Beautiful museum, which is definitely worth a visit! It's free and there are also a gift shop and a cafe. There is a lot to see, so you would need a few hours to see all the galleries. You can see art from all over the world and you can see artefacts from different time periods. There are sections dedicated to Egyptian, Greek and Roman history, just to name a few.

Great museum, really fascinating array of things on display, there's really something for everyone. The building's architecture is also gorgeous and there's a lot to see just by looking up.

We nipped in as it was raining and glad we did. The museum has a nice little variety of artifacts and art from different eras, Egyptian to Medieval to modern art. Nice grand old building which is well kept and I think there was a café? Not a bad shout to spend an hour or so, especially if it's raining!

Amazing place!Full of interesting history (from Romans to Egypt, Japanese etc etc.).Very nice displays with detailed describtions. The art and pictures gallery upstairs was exceptional too, full of nice pictures.The museum is situated in the heart of Cambridge (good location).And all this wonderful experience was Free of charge!

It was my first time I visited this museum in Cambridge, it is quite big and has a big gallery inside, I like that there are different epochs of history. But i was a bit bored not the most eye catching museum, but you must visit it ones! So recommend

Excellent museum. Free entry to permanent exhibitions. Or did I walk in unnoticed? Grand building. Parking nearby not cheap but worth a visit or several. Lots of pottery and trinkets but some great art. Handy cafe. Affable varied staff appear everywhere. Blake exhibition to pay to see at this time. But had to pick up someone at Cambridge North.

One of the best museums in Cambridge if you are on a quick day trip (as ours were unexpected). We entered without a ticket,as it's only until January I guess.The paintings were fascinating. Much to see about Egyptian culture and sculptures. Not sure about the European potteries, didn't feel authentic.PS: do not fell for the shop and cafe, overpriced, you can get most of them around Cambridge City for less

It was a big surprise!!The place is apotheotic, the entrance is magnificent!You need at least 2 hours to see a limited part of the museum.I recommend visiting it

Lovely staff all over and the museum itself was fairly interesting & quirky. Can do it in 1 hour for a breeze through but could take you upwards of 2 hours if stopping to read. It's also free which means there is little opportunity to cost. No need to queue to get tickets too you walk straight in .

Most impressive entrance hall. Vast collection of very cool items. Love the Egyptian rooms and the Armour section. Very good cafe and gift shop. Bus stops right outside.

It was such a beautiful experience at the Fitzwilliam Museum. Although most of the art works are appreciated by just viewing and not touching, they’re still worth viewing. The entire museum is really big and the facilities are also good. It’s a very picturesque place, has a disability entrance as well. There’s also a table with supplies to draw and paint. Helpful assistants as well. We appreciated the moment.

The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge is a special place full of interesting things to see and do. Here's a simple guide to help you plan your visit:Getting Tickets:Getting tickets is easy. The admission is free for all. Just show up and enter. However, you need to do prior booking for exhibitions.Parking:There's no parking at the museum, but you can find limited parking nearby on the streets or in parking garages. It might be a short walk, but the museum is in a convenient location.Accessibility:The museum wants everyone to be able to visit. They have ramps and elevators for people who use wheelchairs. They also have accessible bathrooms to make sure everyone feels comfortable.What to See:Inside the museum, you'll find all sorts of interesting things. There are old artifacts and modern artworks to explore. It is divided region wise. The museum is easy to walk around, so you can take your time looking at everything. Moreover, they allow you to take pictures without the flash.Guided Tours:If you want to learn even more about the exhibits, you can join a guided tour. Knowledgeable guides will tell you interesting facts about the things you see. It's a great way to learn new things!Café and Gift Shop:After you've seen everything, you can relax in the museum café. They have drinks and snacks to enjoy. Don't forget to visit the gift shop too, where you can buy souvenirs to remember your visit.

The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge left an indelible impression on me as one of the best museums I've ever visited. My husband who is not a fan of art and museums he remained impressed. Its stunning architecture, diverse collections spanning from Egyptian antiquities to European paintings, and exquisite decorative arts left me in awe. The museum's rich history and engaging exhibitions make it a must-visit for anyone with a love for art and culture.

Had a good time 😁👍 love the Egyptian stuff! They have toilets. Nice and clean! One of them is for all genders! Have a café and a gift shop. Dad and I. Have been many times before.

Great museum, definitely worth a visit and I’m glad it’s free! I also felt it was a special time to visit in summer 2024 with Botticelli’s Venus and Mars painting on display and the celebration of 200 years of The National Gallery (1824-2024). There’s a lot of variety in this museum in both art, objects, manuscripts, and the museum’s architecture itself is a marvel too. Something unique that I loved about it is how detailed the explanations were for some of the paintings, explaining context and composition alike. I wish more museums gave so much information and a tour guide wasn’t needed! I appreciated the plaque at the beginning explaining the wealth of this estate was established by the South Sea Company and exploitation of the slave trade, this is an important disclosure. I liked some of the other attempts to reckon with the legacy of racism and sexism throughout the museum, with exhibits specifically showing and discussing women artists, Jews, Roma, etc. However, I thought the choice to shoehorn in an Iraqi sculpture from 2003 in a room otherwise filled with Renaissance art was not well thought out. The justification was ‘juxtaposition’ with other scenes of anguish depicted in paintings, but I think it would be better served being in its little section with more accompanying pieces like some of the other affinity group sections I mentioned.

The most beautiful museum and feels a bit like British museum from the outside. Highly recommended to visit once in a lifetime. Entry is free so check out this place. I love visiting museums 😇

This free museum has some amazing exhibitions over two levels, located not far from the city centre.The staff are wonderful and engaging, offering useful insights into the displays.Would highly recommend.

Beautiful place to explore the art and antiquities. Plenty of rooms to explore and learn more about art and world history. Have lovely cafe place too and if you would love to get souvenirs they have shop for that too. Easy access to toilets. Definitely a must see place when visiting Cambridge.

First, free of charge.Second, it doesn't take a whole day to visit the collection. It's just the right amount of time.The collection is interesting. There are some sections that are for mature audiences only but it makes you think about the lives of other people. Beautiful currency and sword collection.Outside, they have a little patio for snacks and chairs to lounge in the sun.

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Well worth a visit during October. The trees were beautiful this time of year with all the reds and yellow leaves. Very autumnal. It took an hour and half to walk around the whole place. Its worth the money. We paid standard adult price to get in. There is a cafe there reasonably priced. There are toilets around. Friendly staff at the gate and in the shop.

I wish I could be there longer!I took a train to Cambridge for 49 minutes, then walked 5 mint there. Easy to find!The entry fee is 8 pounds, very reasonable.Cambridge University horticultural team - thank you, great job!Very well designed greenhouses and layout of other gardens!Very accurate and informative! There were so many exotic plants.For more information follow me on Facebook page: the way to gardens

This is a beautiful and serene escape. The variety of plants and flowers is stunning, and each season offers something new to see. The glasshouses are a highlight, showcasing exotic plants from around the world. The garden is well-maintained, easy to navigate, and perfect for a relaxing stroll. It’s a must-visit for nature lovers and anyone looking to unwind in a picturesque setting.

Lots to see and do, easily spend a day here! Massive variety in flowers, roses and succulents of all sizes! The greenhouses with micro climates was awesome to see. Hot and cold food is available at the cafe and the prices are reasonable and not extortionate. We felt the price of tickets was fair for what was on offer. Great time 😁

A lovely botanical garden in the centre of Cambridge. There is so much to see even in the winter, I'm looking forward to returning during the summer months.A short walk from Cambridge railway station.The winter garden is really beautiful and scented, a real lift during the dull day's.Lot's of places to sit and relax.We went to see the snowdrops, you can't believe that there are so many varieties.

Beautiful walk through this peaceful place. The entry fee for adults is £8 which includes a donation to the botanical garden. The greenhouse has a variety of plants from all around the world. The man at the entrance gate was very friendly and explained the map of the garden to us. It takes about 1.5 hours to walk around the whole area and there is also a cafe which serves drinks and food.

Lovely place. The kids did not want to leave. The staff is friendly and helpful. Great place for picnic with friends or family. Close to train station.Better bring your own drink. The size of a bottle you can buy there is 33ml for around £4. One bottle was not enough for me on a hot sunny day.

A beautifully manicured botanical garden. Mine was only a short afternoon visit of the main gardens and Fens area in particular but there were woodlands to wander round too. All flower beds were modern but with a natural feel, full of plants we all know and love. There were clear labels and descriptions everywhere, from the map and information at the ticket office at the gate to the plant labels and zone signage. Really enjoyed it. I'm sure you will too.

I was in the greenhouse in winter, I really liked it, there were many tropical plants. The garden is well taken care of. I was earlier in Kyiv, Ukraine, in a similar botanical garden, it is incredibly beautiful. Hello to Cambridge from Ukraine!

Beautiful serene space, absolutely picture perfect. Such a variety of plants and trees. Plenty of benches and picnic tables are dotted around the gardens. The cafe is lovely, it has a good selection of sandwiches and decent coffee. I feel like it needs more toilet facilities there as the queues were quite lengthy.

Unexpected hidden gem that we discovered for a few hours break, en route to Norfolk. Amazing variety of plants, trees & shrubs to enjoy. Places to sit & panels with interesting information on what is being researched in each area. Food/drink & facilities all excellent and easily accessible and affordable. Highly recommend a visit if you have a few spare hours.

Amazing Botanical garden close to the Cambridge train station. The ticket value (6£) worth the visit. Well maintained and a lot of variety of plants and flowers. If you love bees thera are some bees house around the garden. Lovely ponds. Very relaxing and is nice way to have a break during your Cambridge visit.

The garden has a small Cafe with really yum food which were normally priced and a free toilet facility. The garden is really beautiful and well maintained. The greenhouse is amazing and a must visit.I'm coming back during the summer time to see the beautiful blooming flowers.This is a paid entry of £7.50 for adults which is completely worth it.

I visited the Botanical Garden for the first time and it didn't disappoint me. It was just perfect and awesome experience. When I visited It was a Sunny Saturday Afternoon (12 PM) and It took me around 3 to 4 hours to roam around the Garden. The Garden is having almost 8000 Varieties of Plants and Flowers and it's extremely Unique & Beautiful. The main attraction is Glass House & Lake. It contains some extremely unique collection of flowers and plants. Few of them are extremely colorful. For general adult their is an Entry Ticket of 7.2 Pounds however if you are university students then it's completely free. The Garden is also equipped with Toilet & Small cafe for quick bite. The only disappointment is NO PARKING Space for cars. So if you are driving you need to make your own arrangements. However if you are using train then it's very close to Cambridge Train Station it's around 5 min walk.

Beautiful botanic garden, they’ve got an abundant greenery. Loved the section of daisies. With such short time we decided to cool off and enjoy the rest of the day under the canopy. Lovely place to relax

Absolute must-visit place in Cambridge city center. Spacious, tranquil and kid-friendly. There's no short of activities for kids, and adults will find many spots to sit and enjoy too. Parking near Trumpingtonnroad is quite convenient, or Cambridge Leisure centre parking is not too bad either.

I had a lovely time at the botanical gardens, there are some excellent trees and the cactus greenhouse was a real surprise. I wasn't expecting to see so many varieties of cactus in such a wonderful setting. The gardens are really well located and it was only a short walk before we were in the centre of town.

Really lovely gardens to visit. It's a good size area but not overly large and ticket prices are really good value (£7.20 per adult).The space itself is kept really clean and the layout is really well done. The map is easy to read and free at the entrance, lovely variety of plants throughout that are all really well maintained. Would recommend and intend to come back on future visit

Well, we had a lovely visit to the beautiful lights show at Cambridge University Botanic Gardens. A great effort has gone in to making this a truly spectacular evening and a feast for the eyes. I was told the sweet waffles were delicious: ever hopeful for some leftovers.

Although not cheap, the botanical garden was a fantastic location to visit. The glass house, winter garden, bog garden and rock gardens were all very well presented with a large variety of interesting and beautiful flora. I would have liked to see a bit more variety towards the south walk area of the park, but overall it was a lovely place to visit. Would recommend in all weather conditions due its natural beauty!

So much to see here its very scenic and just a lovely walk, very calming and so many different things to see.Many interactive activities for kids and lots of benches to sit on for picnics!As for school trips and tours, they're a little pricey but the quality is very good, and fun for all people involved.Would recommend a visit!

April 2018My first visit to the gardens on a coach trip. What an incredible place & so close to the city centre not what you'd expect. It's a considerable area considering where it is. Just loved all the different trees. Spent about 2 wonderful hours here.

Beautiful gardens. You can walk around the whole gardens in a loop. The greenhouse section is very cool, which shows differentclimates. This is the busiest place and the section where you might find school trips and people seated or taking photos. There is a café which offers food and drink. There are also toilets you can use there.

A beautiful place to visit. I could have spent the whole day here. I would have loved to have the time just to sit and read a book in a quiet corner. We only had a couple of hours which wasn't nearly enough to wander around and see everything. The grounds were lovely and well kept. The glass houses were a tropical oasis on an early spring day. There was an interesting mix of different types of plants in the greenhouses too.The pond was beautiful, we sat and watched the moorhens play and feed around the island for ages. It was the perfect place to sit and chill before the long drive home.

Lots to see here.Takes 1 to 2 hours to walk around.The glass houses were great... Very hot in there but great.Came here in August but would love to see it in Winter and Spring.Was £7.70 an adult which I think is a great price.Was going to go to the cafe but queue was out of the door so ate somewhere else after.Wanted to go to the shop but forgot all about it! 🙄Great place to visit on your own, as a couple, family young and old or with friends.Definitely go again and highly recommend.

A must visit whenever in Cambridge. One of the most beautiful places in the city. It's all things beautiful and serene. One of my most cherished memories.

It was a rainy Sunday morning in February and yet we had an amazing time. We love to visit Botanic Gardens and this must be one of the best one can visit as it's well maintained and the variety of plants and trees is huge. The best time to visit is probably between April and June so we will definitely have to come back one day. Highly recommended!

We had an amazing time visiting the gardens, so beautiful and absolutely worth a visit! The cafe was great too, with some light sandwiches and lemonade. We had to leave when it closed at 6, I wish it was open later to take advantage of the summer sunlight!

Plenty of space to explore and enjoy a wide variety of plants. The greenhouses are a great place to get away from the rain, and the cafe serves a good selection of cakes and sandwiches, as well as hot food at lunchtime. Very relaxing place to spend the day

We visited the Botanical Garden in Cambridge in November, and while many of the plants were not in bloom due to the season, it was still a delightful visit. The garden's layout is aesthetically pleasing, with its expansive grounds featuring numerous beautiful and hidden paths that invite exploration. There are also plenty of benches for relaxation, making it a perfect spot for leisure. It's definitely a place worth visiting, and I can only imagine how much more stunning it must be in the summer.

A wonderful space, a true oasis of beauty and tranquility in the heart of Cambridge! Now that I have bought an annual membership, I am even more keen to go as often as I can. I loved the festival of snowdrops in February. Magical!! Now it's the blossoming trees, the peonies and tulips that are the stars. I like the café too. The green house is always full of surprises. There are so many lovely corners where one can sit just to bask in the sun, hide in the the shade, or read a book. In the summer, there are often concerts and various activities. In short, a truly wonderful place for young and old.

It is the best of Botanico gardens I’ve been to in the UK. I like how they carefully planted various species of plant from the same regions or from the same climate environment in one room, yet spread them out in a way to fulfill the entire space, but left a nice path between plants that fit (at least) two people to walk through. the temperature is also executed perfectly. You can feel like when you and his room it’s hotter or colder, which is so respectful because this is very beneficial for them. You can find many very famous, unique bizarre, and magnificent flowers and plants in this garden, and they will surprise you can all kinds of ways. The outdoor gardens, such as the rock garden are also quite well designed, however, some other gardens have the same plants as the one that’s in the door, so I suggest just spending enough time in a glass house so you don’t have to look at every single plant carefully that’s planted outdoors does have a beautiful lake, gorgeous sakura trees on the shore, adorable ducks and ducklings swimming in the water, and a cute fountain, and many wooden benches for resting (around the fountain). It would be best to come here when the weather is hot and less windy so you can sit on the bench to enjoy the view more peacefully. It is worth my time and I wish I spared more time, like a full two hours, so I can make sure that you have a more thorough tour of the entire garden. because it is one of the most beautiful spots in Cambridge.

What a lovely walk we had through the botanical gardens. Beautiful planting and organisation of the trees. There were some nice little pop up cakes and coffee stalls. Greenhouses were the highlight for me. A little outside the centre but well worth the walk. Quiet and relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of the middle of town.

Beautiful place to go for lovely walks and see different plants, flowers, trees and tropical plants in greenhouse. Even tho today was raining I had lovely time exploring the Cambridge Botanical Gardens, the flowers are already blooming and it’s so relaxing, I can imagine in sunny day it would be even more beautiful as there is so many places to sit down and enjoy the view. The ticket was £7.20 and it’s definitely worth a visit.

This is a must-visit destination for plant enthusiasts or anyone seeking a serene and picturesque escape. With its incredible variety of plants, tranquil atmosphere, special events, and photography opportunities, it provides an unforgettable experience for all who visit.

Lovely and green botanical garden. Plenty of benches/shade to sit around and enjoy the outdoor space there is, as well as plenty of variety amongst the plants. Would definitely recommend coming around to have a look, whether that would be studying the plants, or enjoying a nice sunny day. There’s also a café if that interests you, but definitely lovely for a picnic!

Lovely gardens, have been a few times including when the lights were on before Christmas. They have lots of different events, I took my Grandaughter this time she loved looking around and collecting the stamps and reading the facts. It is so peaceful when inside you wouldn’t think you’re practically in the centre of Cambridge.

A must do!Fabulous day out to enjoy clear weather! Such a lush oasis in the city, walking distance from the train station. A great time of year to enjoy newly awakening buds among trees and shrubs and the expansive diversity among the greenhouse diplays.I splurged and enjoyed a tasty lunch at the cafe, where service was quick and the staff friendly. But you could in theory bring a blanket to picnic, there's so much green space, many tucked away along paths to feel like you have a private hideaway.Lots of families and students were around during my visist so it is seems to be incredibly family friendly.My best tip: don't take the map! The gardens are a perfect location to just get lost and enjoy.

SKIP IF YOU ARE A TOURIST. This is a nice, green park with lovely trees and flowers, beautiful place for locals to stroll around and relax. There are no unique or mind blowing landmarks, so might be boring and underwhelming for tourists.

Lovely gardens to have a walk round directly next to bus stop on the Trumpington Park and ride to Cambridge bus route. There is an admission fee but worth it. Nice cafe with selection of food and drink - was busy at lunch time when we were there. Worth a visit if you're in the area.

Absolutely stunning and beautiful garden 😍 kids enjoyed doing the fun activities.. there are plenty of things to see. I loved and enjoyed the greenhouse. There are lots of benches to sit on and enjoy the amazing scenery.I would definitely would love to visit again and recommend it.

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A great place to visit, you could easily make it last a day and still not see everything. £15.00 a person isn't cheap but there is 100+ acres to look round and a historical mill as well as the abbey itself. A lovely garden and parkland which is easy to get round for anyone. The parkland has a large variety of trees which would even keep Tarzan happy. The restaurant/ tearoom is well priced and top notch. Definitely visit.

It's a top location and is very beautiful. The walk around the garden is mesmerizing. There is a lovely playground for the kids and a cafe near the playground is very good.The only issue is it closes very early so check the closing time before you visit.

Great place to visit, plenty to see and do. Good walking areas and the Abbey to visit. Belongs to NT so free if you are a member. Sadly the Abbey has scaffolding around part of it at the moment and no mention of it on their website. A nice restaurant on site, most of their hot food menu seems to include cheese and if like me you don't like cheese the options are reduced.

What a wonderful day we had walking through the grounds. The tall trees are not squeeze together but they have room to display there form. The paths range from hard packed pea gravel to well worn pathways but are good for wheelchairs but some could be heavy going after lot of rain. The dining room was fantastic I have never seen one like it, and the lovely clock.You have formal garden and rose garden both laid out well.

Decided to visit on our way home and glad we did. There's a nice cafe, shop and garden centre as well as the garden and house to visit. Everyone was very helpful and the house guides were keen to share their knowledge with us. The gardens were a delight to walk through, unfortunately we didn't have time to walk around the whole grounds so a reason to return. The house was very interesting, if a bit on the dark side, but for obvious reasons. Unfortunately the Lode Mill was closed for repairs. We'll return.

A lovely place to spend a day. The house is small but beautiful with staff very knowledgeable. The grounds are a delight with fantastic statues appearing at every turn. I bought a book from the excellent second hand bookshop and sat on one of the deckchairs on the lawns enjoying the sunshine. Very relaxing.

Great house and grounds. Great for the kids to run their feet off. There are not many benches around for the older generation or people needing a rest bite. Could do with more seating options around the grounds. Good size cafe and seating area. Also, good carpark and plenty if disabled parking spaces.

Beautiful gardens and Lode mill. We thoroughly enjoyed the clean and green gardens full of flowers blooms and green grass. We enjoyed the walk 🚶‍♂️ in the Abbey and would love to go again also.

Been wanting to go for ages and not disappointed. Entered house was meet and greeted by an older lady. She told us about the house,who owned it and used to live there,and which way to go around the rooms and what to look out for. Asked all our questions.The lady has been the best I have ever meet in a national trust property

Be sure to visit the house first, as they lock the doors promptly at 2.30pm! The house is full of interesting rooms and lots of clocks. The gardens are beautiful and there is a nice riverside walk to Lode Mill. Great National Trust Shop too and plant centre.

Visited the Christmas lights. Was absolutely lovely. Couple of stops as you go round so you can warm up with a hot drink and something to eat. Food was a bit pricey, but was very good. Lots of amazing photo opportunities.

As this was not far from Cambridge, where I had spent the weekend, decided to spend a few hours here on my way home. Really nice woodland walk to the mill and then as you make your way to the house, other colourful gardens. With the house, unfortunately only the ground floor was open but apparently the upper floor will be opened later in the year. The Rose Garden around the back of the house is not to be missed as the scent was beautiful. As per most National Trust properties like this, there is a restaurant and shop. There is an entry fee but free for National Trust members.

Easy to find.Plenty of parking.Is impressive building and gardens.Helpful and informative.Limited display only the ground floor available for viewing.Best display for me with the shield of Achilles.The only negative forces that you couldn't take dogs in the gardens.

Just loved visiting this place. The 'Abbey' was amazing, with great pictures and tapestries inside, a fascinating library and lots of historic bathrooms, if you like something more then bedrooms!Sadly the mill was closed, but the walks and gardens made up in part for this.There was a plant shop,large second hand book shop, traditional National Trust shop, cafe and lots of places to sit.Would definitely visit again.

Loved the history of this Abbey. Large grounds so lots to look around. Will definitely take a pack lunch next time as the only place to eat is near the entrance. Will definitely be back to do the water mill.

Stopped off here on the way back home from Dover for a visit. What an excellent place!Large grounds with plenty to do and great walks. The house is well worth a visit and very interesting. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.If you are interested in clocks then you need to visit. There is a fantastic collection of all shapes, sizes and ages.

Unfortunately the Abbey had closed two days prior to our visit, so we walked the length and breadth of the gardens instead which were magnificent. Hope to view the inside of the Abbey another time. We tried to grab a bite in the restaurant but it was full so we meandered off to the Hole in the Wall restaurant/pub a few miles away. What a delight that was.

Large site with lots of gardens to explore, a working watermill and the Abbey is a stunning house of the 1930's style. There is a circular walk which takes around 1 hour with the house half way round. The house takes a good 30 to 60 minutes to look around depending how interested in it you are. There are a few different gardens which are at there best at different times of the year the Dahlia garden was in full bloom when were here and it was stunning. Has a cafe, shop and toilets were clean.

We took advantage of the one sunny day in between many cold, wet days. Visited the winter gardens. The variety, not only of the bulb flowers but also of the trees, is amazing. A great day out.

We went here to see the snowdrops and even though the weather meant a lot of the snowdrops had gone over, we had a lovely guided tour around the grounds with a very knowledgeable guide. It was a very rainy day so we made best use of the café, which was spacious, clean and well staffed with a good variety of food. Sadly we didn't get to go around the house but there was plenty of variety in the gardens. The gift shop also had a lovely variety of gifts. My only niggle was that having paid £16 to get in, this was not deductable from the cost of annual membership when I wanted to join on the day.

My favourite National Trust gardens, there is always something different to discover. Full of beauty and surprises. The Dahlia garden is top notch! A must visit.

Amazing place in any season! Always something to do for kids, lovely flowers and a piece of art is surprising you in any corner or aley you walk. Also is interesting to visit the house and to see the transformation during the time and the beautiful Windsor painting collection. Enjoy!

A nice little trust with amazing field roam around.At the end of the trail - takes roughly 10-15min walk, they’ve got a little kids park that has a two storey tree house and a wooden castle that my little boy loved.Don’t worry parents there is also a little coffee stop in case you need that a top up.The Pagoda Clock was a real treat and very beautiful. 😍

Lovely family day out. Visited for the first time with my husband and two children in August summer holidays. There are lots of different landscaped gardens to visit which are all immaculately looked after. The rose garden smelt lovely. We went inside the Abbey and unfortunately were only allowed to look around downstairs as the upstairs is still undergoing restoration works. There were plenty of very knowledgeable volunteers around to tell you about each room and it’s artefacts.Outside there was plenty of space for kids to run around and there was an adventure playground as well as lots of outdoor activities such as giant chess, badminton, limbo, skipping ropes and limbo.

Weekday National Trust visit was to Anglesey Abbey, gardens and Lode (water) Mill.Ground was soggy and the NT staff have done a sterling job with a winter walk bringing plenty of colour.Lode Mill has been restored and you could really hear the power of the water racing past.The house was an Abbey and was left to the National Trust by an American millionaire in the 1960s, so is a real time capsule.Of course we went to the onsite cafe 😋If you are in the Cambridge area, this is a huge and impressive location to visit.

Lovely first time seeing this place, since we purchased a membership. Have more opportunities now to visit with my boys. Today we just came for a brief exploration just to get our bearings. We will return!!

Beautiful gardens, especially the rose garden at the time we visited. Good walks around the grounds. Large car park. House very small, interesting but not grand. Plenty of amenities 👍

Will be returning when the upper floor is open to the public. However, we loved what we did see in the rooms on the ground floor, especially the pineapple clock. The walk through the grounds to the Mill is lovely.

Had an absolutely amazing afternoon here. Very busy as summer holidays but it’s so vast it didn’t spoil it at all. Lower ground of house only open as upper being refurbished. Lots to see, many gardens to walk tho. Lots for kids and adults to do.

Made the most of the last day of the unseasonal warm weather. Lovely place to visit. The house is amazing, lots of rooms to look at. Beautiful clocks, huge tapestries on the walls plus much more. Different gardens to walk through. The dahlia one was beautiful, with the array of colours and different types. A great place to spend the day and take your time discovering areas around the grounds and to relax. Very peaceful.

Lovely house and grounds - shame the upper floor of the house was closed. Really nice walks through the grounds. It was Easter weekend so the restaurant was very busy, we couldn't get a table but the food looked lovely. Worth a visit

April cold day..but good walk/wander through the woodland park. Formal gardens all planted it up, with a mixture of herbaceous plants and what will be a splendid area of roses. House is an interesting reflection of the aristocracy whose home this was. Kitchens will interest people of a certain age circa1960's memories of childhood..! Unfortunately we couldn't go upstairs in the house due to work being carried out. Mill was also interesting, although not working. It was worth a visit but on a warmer day!

A Delightful Day at Anglesey AbbeyAnglesey Abbey is a hidden gem nestled in the Cambridgeshire countryside. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by its charm. Here's a breakdown of what makes this a must-visit:Stunning Gardens: The crown jewel of Anglesey Abbey is undoubtedly its gardens. Immaculately maintained and sprawling across sprawling acres, they offer a feast for the senses throughout the year. Whether you wander through the vibrant flowerbeds in spring, the tranquil water features in summer, or the colourful foliage in autumn, there's always something beautiful to discover.Elegant House: Stepping inside the grand house is like stepping back in time. The well-preserved rooms, adorned with exquisite furniture and artwork, offer a glimpse into the life of a bygone era. The knowledgeable volunteers are a delight, sharing interesting stories about the house and its inhabitants.Working Mill: A unique feature of Anglesey Abbey is the working Lode Mill. Witnessing the mill in operation provides a fascinating insight into traditional flour production methods. You can even purchase freshly milled flour at the gift shop.Family-Friendly: Anglesey Abbey caters to visitors of all ages. Children will love exploring the adventure playground and letting off steam in the vast green spaces. The on-site restaurant offers a delicious selection of food and beverages, perfect for refuelling after a day of exploration.But let's not forget about the important stuff – food! Thankfully, Anglesey Abbey has you covered. The on-site restaurant, Redwoods, is a perfect spot to grab a delicious light meal after exploring the grounds.Redwoods Review:Light Bites: Redwoods offers a fantastic selection of sandwiches, salads, and jacket potatoes – perfect for a satisfying yet refreshing lunch. They also have a tempting array of homemade cakes and pastries, ideal for a sweet treat.Relaxing Atmosphere: The restaurant boasts large windows overlooking the gardens, providing a light and airy atmosphere. It's a lovely spot to unwind and soak in the beauty of the surroundings.Family-Friendly: With high chairs and a children's lunchbox option, Redwoods caters to families as well.Overall Experience: Anglesey Abbey is a wonderful place to spend a day. Whether you're a history buff, a nature enthusiast, or simply seeking a relaxing escape, this National Trust property offers something for everyone. Highly recommend adding it to your itinerary!Additional Tips:Purchase your tickets online in advance to avoid queues, especially during peak season.Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven terrain.Bring a picnic blanket if you wish to enjoy a leisurely lunch outdoors.

Fantastic 7mile walk in and around the abbey grounds and outskirts. Great trials for those who love nature and love to walk it’s an easy track mostly flat with the occasional tracker tracks to follow but the Mill walk we did took us through grazing livestock so you know your in the countryside.The abbey visitors centre which is where we parked up for FREE. Plenty of spaces and overflow car park plus has the usual amenities such as WC, restaurant plenty of places to get drinks and so many benches to enjoy a picnic they all looked brand new in fact.We did this walk in 27c sunshine which for me is always the best but if doing the longer walk in the winter I can imagine the need for wellies

Lovely gardens and grounds, plenty of space even though it was very busy at entrance. Will be returning in the summer. The grandchildren loved the tree house and play area.

The gardens and grounds are stunning. 3 spots for coffee and snacks. We went on. Sunday and it was extremely busy. There was a queue to get in. In the house there are only a few rooms open for viewing. The trail to the mill was lovely.

I’ve become a member one week ago and I love to walks and the woods.A small house but lovely inside.You can easily do all the park on foot.A love “treehouse” near the playground.Love the white treesRecommend

Crisp but sunny April morning, perfect to enjoy a tour of the gardens by one of the volunteer guides. His knowledge of the trees, plantings and history of the gardens, mill and house (and his patience in replying to questions) added greatly to my day. The NT team were all delightful, helpful, and welcoming. Shame only the ground floor of the house is open. I suspect there are many delights secreted on the first and second floors..

What a lovely place to visit. Activities for the children. Plenty of walks with good paths of all abilities. Lode Mill a worthy visit. Good clean facilities. The house has ground floor tour. Cafes and shop brilliant, with something for everyone

Excellent way to spend a day off. Wonderful cafe and shop, walks to everybody's taste and ability, lots to see and admire.

Absolutely beautiful sprawling gardens - perfect for a stroll! Strategically placed coffee/tea and cake areas extended our lovely afternoon. We will certainly be returning! The only downside is no dogs allowed onsite (unless they're medical support dog) - still, a beautiful area! And the snowdrops are vast!

It was a sunny day on Sunday 12/5/24, we’ve paid £17 per head but the abbey was closed. It was a waste of time and money. It’s unfair! If you can not open the abbey house, you should have closed the whole trust on the day! IT WAS A GREAT EXCUSE TO CLOSE THE ABBEY I DIDN’T LIKE THE IDEA. We know it’s run by volunteers and why? With the entrance fee we paid?

It's a wonderful garden with lots to see. The winter garden, in particular, is stunning with lots of winter interest.The mill is really interesting and worth a look if it's open..There's only one cafe so gets extremely busy at lunchtime so worth going early or late.

A really beautiful walk around the gardens and the house was well looked after.We ate at the cafe, which was good in size with seating inside and outside. We came in the afternoon, so we had a treat with a drink which was still very good - we imagine that the food is very good too.

One of the most interesting National Trust locations with a fascinating house,beautiful gardens and a mill producing its own flour. There's also the usual restaurant and gift shop. Definitely worth a visit.

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Quy Rd, Lode, Cambridge CB25 9EJ, United Kingdom

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Palace Court, 9 Palace St, Newmarket CB8 8EP, UK

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We have visited lots in the past but more recently we visited on a weekday during the summer holidays.The farm wasn't over busy. There was lots to do a favourite of the children's was petting the animals.The outside play area is great a giant sandpit, hay area, trampolines, pedal tractors, footballer goal and wooden play equipment.The tractor ride was great and the tractor driver who I recognise being there for years was absolutely brilliant.There is a big inside play area one is for over 4s and one is for under 5s. The play area is clean tidy and great fun.We also had a nature walk and learnt so much from Nigel about puffballs and other nature items. My children were thrilled to find some puff balls close to home and told their friends all about them repeating what Nigel had told us.A really great day out. Food is reasonable and the gift shop is too. Entry is great value for what's on offer.

Wow! Such a lovely day out! Couldn’t recommend enough, the staff were amazing, farmer Dave especially is a true credit to the company. The facilities were all lovely and clean and all the animals are clearly well looked after. We were there as 2 adults with a 10 year old and were there the whole morning/afternoon so well worth the money. Will definitely be back in the future!

Lovely place! Friendly and insightful staff. Ideal for little ones as even after seeing all the animals, there are plenty of outdoor and indoor recreation facilities. Lots of regular opportunities to meet the animals!The cafe had a fair amount of choice.

Bought our tickets in advance so was easy to get in, tickets were just scanned at entrance. This is the second time we have been and we love it, really lovely game the animals are well looked after. Lots of rare breeds as well. Lovely indoor and outdoor area for my niece to play on she loves it. We will definitely go back.

Brilliant place for young children. So many things to do. The animals, the play areas, the pig racing! Very reasonable as well. You can take a picnic but the food and coffee is not too expensive.

A great day out with our 3yr old. Plenty to do indoors and outdoors. Fantastic indoor play area right by the cafe. Food a little expensive but very nice.All the animals looked happy and well cared for and staff were friend knowledgeable.Tractor ride costs £1 pp extra, but a nice touch.We visited during Easter holidays and park got busy later in the day so getting there early is advisable, but that may have been due to lambing and feeding lambs making it a popular month to visit.Carpark was muddy and I would advise taking walking shoes/wellies. (Not the farms fault- you're going to a farm park after all!)Lovely gift shop, well worth a look!All in all a fantastic day out. Could have spent many more hours there.Thanks for a great day out Church Farm.

FANTASTIC DAY for our little family (2.5 year old, 3.5 year old, mum, dad and 2 grandparents). We all had a great time! Staff were brilliant, informative and friendly. Everywhere was clean and tidy, with loads of hand washing facilities. The animals all looked well looked after, happy and healthy. There was loads to see and do for the entrance fee (£8.10 for adults and £8 for the kids) which was a bargain. The extra £1 p/p paid for the tractor ride was well worth it, my little boy was in stitches with the commentary. The outdoor play equipment, as well as the indoor play equipment would have kept them entertained for hours if they weren't so tired and in need of naps! The piggy racing was entertaining too. I cannot express how much we all enjoyed today. We only bought coffees from the on site cafe, which were lovely, but brought a picnic so didn't get to taste the food on offer.On conclusion, a brilliant day out, at a very reasonable price for what's on offer.

A lovely little farm, that allows lots of interaction with the animals. Lots of outdoor play areas for the children including a sand pit, tractor rides are also available for a £1. Also a lovely indoor play area for older and younger children with a lovely cafe

Where do I start. Great experience from start to finish.Indoor play area, big sand pit area, great outdoor play area, able to get on animal pens (some of them) and experience being close up with them, food was decent price and tasty and the tractor ride was fun and the guys running it was very informative. Can’t rate this place enough

A grand day out for all ages! A huge variety of activities with some very charming details. Our main focus was to see Santa, so we look forward to returning and making the most of being outdoors!

Our day out for a family of 6 (2 kids, 2 parents, 2 grandparents), was fantastic. ~£60 to get in (which initially felt a little high), but we spent 6 hours there and the facilities were immaculate, the animals v.well cared for and the staff an absolute pleasure.A big shout out in particular to farmers Wayne and Dave who I think have basically converted our 4 and 2 year olds into farmers with their friendliness and humour.Worth every penny.

Great to visit with little ones. Grotto was beautiful. Outdoor area is nice but we went on very windy day so we didn't make the most of it. Best on summer to enjoy the most. We will definitely come back.

We visited Church Farm this weekend during the "Lambing Live" season and had a thoroughly great time - even getting fortunate enough to see a lamb being born!It was just myself and my partner (both who love animals) but we were welcomed just as much as the families with their children.There are comments on other reviews around how the pricing could be revised, but personally I feel that children and adults being the same price levels the playing field as for many interactive elements children are given priority (and rightly so), and so they tend to get more out of the day than the adults.The animals are really well looked after and really placid, there are plenty of pens which you are welcomed to enter, but with a "safe zone" for the animals to get out of the thick of it should they need a break.To get the most out of our visit we also went on one of the Tractor rides with Farmer Wayne - what a character! The ride was 20 minutes long and we were crying with laughter for [at least] 15 of those minutes.I'd highly recommend Church Farm to anyone with an affinity to farming and/or animals. We will be back with out niece and nephews in the future for sure!

Very nice place. I have never seen a farm petting zoo set up like this. Definitely an awesome place to spend time on sunny days .

Loved our day here with being able to be up and close with the animals. Indoor and outdoor play areas are large too. Tractor ride was an added bonus for £1 too!

This is an amazing place to visit! The animals are just so well taken care of. It is a pleasure to see .Well worth the entrance fee come and see for yourself

We drove past a sign on our way home from Norfolk Tulips and couldn't resist a visit... I was so so happy we did! There were sooo many lambs and I had the best day. Staff were lovely and every area was very clean and organised. Extremely reasonable price :)

This was the happiest farm I've ever seen, with huge green fields for the animals and private spaces for the ones in the petting zones who are done being touched. For the people, plenty of activities indoor and outside in addition to clean areas for petting/hugging and hand washing stations throughout. The inside area was very hot so next time we'll wear lighter layers. Our only mistake though was not showing up earlier, as my 4 year old didn't think 3 hours was enough time!

Great place for families! You can literally spend the whole day, bewtween the animals, the play area indoor is massive and outdoor as well.

Booked the santa experience for my autistic 5 year old. He absolutely loved it. Santa and his elves were so friendly and kind, which made for a really inclusive and lovely experience. We then enjoyed the rest of the farm which is a great day out in itself. Staff really friendly and the place is very clean.

Easily the best farm and activities centre I have ever visited in the UK. You can actually get in many of the enclosures with a wide variety of small and larger animals and engage with them, there are a plethora of activities and playground areas for children, plenty of parking spaces, closer accessible and disabled parking spaces , level access throughout, a lovely cafe (although not a huge amount of vegan choices, and a great gift shop.

We went on Easter Saturday and loved every bit of our day, I though £40 for a family of four was very reasonable and there were so many a activities. Totally fell in love with Cotton Socks the south down, Herbie the horse. And Oliver the old English goat. The staff were all very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a really great day!

First class day out, lots to see and do, the indoor play area is spotless, the cafe is very good with good menu and decent portions, yes you might say it's expensive but it's fresh and good!! Toilets were very clean and the fact that there is provisioning for child's cubicles was a very nice find 🫡The outdoor play area is very good and the pedal tractors in their own tarmac infrastructure is super, I love the petting areas, the fact that you can b with the animals and pet them is such a refreshing change 😀

Fantastic place to go for children of all ages. Most definitely value for money, so much to do and see, a whole day of activities. The entire place was very clean and the animals were very well taken care of!

We had the best time at church farm and visited twice during our holiday. The animals are clearly well looked after, so clean and lots of enrichment opportunities. You can tell how well the animals have been handled by how comfortable they are during meet and greet opportunities. All of the staff we encountered were friendly, knowledgeable and an absolute credit to the company. My son loved the outdoor and indoor play areas, we can't wait to visit again at Christmas!

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I would have given 5 stars but unfortunately there was a giant wedding tent at one side of the castle, a giant roaring generator under a beautiful old tree and giant portable outhouse for the wedding at the other side of the castle. I understand the need for revenue but surely there was a better place for the set up, or even just keep it to one side to allow pics from the other. Other than my previous rant the castle.was beautiful and really well preserved. I would recommend!

I really appreciate how they preserve such an ancient building. Amazing.... loved the place. Greenery around the castle is so soothing to eyes. No wheelchair accessibility as well as baby strollers inside the castle as it has stairs . £6 pounds per each adult

Really lovely 2 young staff members in the shop. Did worry about them lone working though and people taking advantage of not paying entry.The castle is really lovely, and fantastic to go see all the levels!Me and my partner had a lovely time.

Great castle ruins, with a large car park. Not much here in terms of facilities, but it is a very short walk from the village centre where you can get a nice drink etc. The grounds and castle itself is very scenic and you can have a nice walk round, as well as explore some of the open areas of the castle. Could have done with some additional info boards round to tell you a little more. Don't expect a visit here to last a day or anything, it doesn't take long to walk round, but is worth a visit (especially if you already have English Heritage membership!)

A lovely hidden gem of a castle. The remains are intact enough to explore especially the exterior. There are a few rooms to walk around with information boards, we were given a leaflet with our tickets which had some historical information. Tickets were £5 per adult. The Castle had a lot of interesting history. There is a grassed area surrounding the castle which gives excellent views. Car park is large with toilets. Allow about an hour to explore. There is an excellent tea room a few minutes walk away from the castle.

One of the most famous 12th Century castles in England with the stone keep being amongst the finest surviving examples of its kind in the country. The castle has a varied history and it hosts a number of exciting events throughout the year including stunning displays of Medieval swordsmanship and archery. An amazing place to visit with several information boards throughout the site.

Whilst the castle has been preserved well and is dog friendly I don't think it's worth £6 entrance fee. To be honest nobody checked entry tickets so you could probably just walk in for a quick look, you'll be back out within 5 minutes due to the size of the site. Would have been nice to see a flag flying for a bit of authenticity. The castle is in a lovely little village which is quintessentially English and that's what made the visit worthwhile. The castle was a bit boring to be honest.

A wonderful little gem of a castle which is intact enough to be very impressive, especially the exterior. There's quite a few rooms and stairs to walk around with information boards in most areas both inside and out. For a small village this castle has quite a bit of interesting history. It cost £15 for a family ticket, relies on honesty really as it is seemingly easy to just walk in, was on our visit. There is a small shop in an outbuilding where you buy tickets. The grassed area surrounding which includes a very large protective mound helps with fun exploring for the kids. I'd allow around an hour to look around and take in the whole site. The village itself has a nice tea room and pleasant Church too. All a short walk away from each other.

Great place to visit. Amazing how they moved so much earth back in those days. There's not much there to do but a must if you are passing . You can send a couple of hours here to view the inside of it and walk along the edge of the keep. Free parking and entry if you're a member. If you are visiting the castle you must go into the village which is a few minutes walk away.

Beautiful English Heritage site (Medieval Norman Castle) in the heart of the breathtaking nature, in Norfolk.It's a little bit hidden so it doesn't get particularly overwhelmed by the amount of visitors, therefore it can be a good choice to stop at for and hour or so.It's completely free to visit with an English Heritage membership card.I can recommend to families (especially with kids) and to people interested in history.

We stumbled across this historic castle whilst on holiday. Lovely ruins and parts that you can still go in and look around. Beautiful grounds, take a picnic if it's nice weather!Set in a lovely little village, well worth a look around. Tea shop just down the track, past the castle is amazing too. The day after we went they had a historic reenactment, which I'm led to believe is one of many events in the castle grounds during the year.Free large carpark. Entry fee £6 adults. English heritage members free. Concessions I think were £5.50. Our toddler was free.

Castle Rising is a fantastic historical castle with a superb keep building and a superb Motte & Bailey layout. No fancy gimmicks here and just straightforward history for those who love visiting with the echoes from the past.The do have the occasional historical event on Bank Holidays so it's worth checking the website to see if there's something on that you want to see (or avoid)Add to that there's a decent car park plus a really nice tea shop and a pub a very short walk away makes it a great place to visit

What a fantastic historical place to visit. You an access the castle getting up close. Very reasonably priced. Gift shop and toilets on site. Highly recommended.

Very impressive ruined castle with equally impressive earthworks works surrounding the castle. The castle has access to some floors and walkways. Small shop on site and toilets on the car park. The village church is a small walk away and worth a visit.

Beautiful castle! We went on a Friday morning during term time, but even then there were a surprising amount of people. Lots of dogs as well, its a very dog friendly place.Entry was something like £6 for an adult which is an absolute bargain, we bought them on the day and tgere was no queue or wait to get in.Everything is well maintained and there are information points dotted around.The stairs are small and tricky as you would expect, but our 3 year old managed them with a little helpTheres plenty of parking at the site, parkings free and theres a toilet block at the end of the car park. Theres a gift shop at the ticket office too. No cafe, but we took a picnic.We spent about 2hrs here including lunch, as we wanted one last adventure to end our holiday before driving home, and this was the perfect place!

Great little castle to visit. I’m not sure many people there had actually paid to get in. 🤔

Great castle which is well worth a visit. Good parking. Make sure you visit the lovely church and amazing cafe in the village to make your journey worthwhile. Just a hundred yards or so from the castle car park.

Castle Rising is set in a lovely village. Staying at the Caravan and Motorhome Club site, we walked around 30 minutes to the village. We enjoyed tea and cake at the Castle Rising tea room on School Road. Staff were brilliant, and the cake was excellent. We then walked across the road to the castle. Having paid the £5 fee per person, we wandered around the grounds and inside the castle. The castle is in remarkable condition inside and out and well worth a visit.

Visit this if you have a spare hour. Free parking. Toilets are available at the car park. We visited on Saturday and it wasn't crowded. The ticket price was £6 for adults as of April 2024. Not a big castle and so it won't take much time for a quick visit.

Great place to visit. Very well preserved. Good parking and lovely village. Great tea rooms and The black lion pub and beer garden are really nice.

Appreciate the history at this well preserved castle. Plenty for you to explore on your own, though I'd recommend a guided tour to fully appreciate it.

Great place for a short stop. Well-preserved for the age, there are multiple floors with interesting rooms to see. Bathrooms are good. Easy car park. It's not good for pushchairs inside.

Lovely, interesting place that we spent a good hour at. Nice grounds to walk around, the inside to explore, and dog friendly to boot. The stairs are steep but our pooch managed really well. Toilets available in the car park.

Castle Rising was somewhere we tagged on to our day trip as a good place to stop for a picnic. It was much more than we expected. It was a lovely place for a picnic but also a wonderful medieval walk. We had a good explore of the grounds and the castle interior. This is definitely worth a visit. We would probably go without the picnic next time as there is a beautiful looking tearoom across the road.

This is a beautiful castle! I like to go round and imagine the banquets, battles as well as other events which would have happened there. It’s a great castle. Well worth the visit.

Stunningly well preserved Castle, lots to explore - fascinating multi-era spanning interiors. Spectacular moat and surroundings, really worth a visit. Doesn't take long. We visited out of season, but have a English Heritage Pass so it would've been free for us - there were no facilities open which was fine for the time of year. Steps are steep so access can be limited. It was dog friendly and there's a nice little walk path around the grounds for them

Brilliant Castle nestled on the Norfolk coastline. Cheap admission (£5 for concession), too. The site itself is very picturesque, with the village of Castle Rising next to it. The castle is over four levels, including the roof, with access to the first three. Lovely features and exceptionally preserved for the time. Very much worth a visit if you're in the area!!

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Had a lovely time at Sandringham House & Gardens. Beautiful scenery, we stopped to have a picnic. Had a walk around the gardens and church. Stopped off in the courtyard for ice cream then had a walk around the shop and garden centre and bought a few plants to bring home with us. Such a lovely day out would highly recommend.

Great to see the house in its actual setting rather than staged such as Buckingham Palace. Some impressive rooms. Guides inside were brilliant by giving insight about the origins of the decor. Would recommend.

Have visited many times last visit was for the flower show that was attended by the King and Queen. Was well organised and parking was included. Show was a lovely day out. The grounds were open and included in the ticket price. Dogs allowed around the show stalls, country park and the house grounds, house grounds only open to dogs on this day usually they are not. Shop is dog friendly but restaurant is not.

Beautiful gardens and a lovely house. The gardens are well stocked with a variety of tree types, shrubs and flowers ranging from more formal areas to wilder spots.The area of the house open is part of the ground floor and in the words of a guide "everything you see is what the family have and use when they are in residence."It was great to see the interior and hear it's development over the years.

The playground for kids is free entrance and you can go for picnic which they have a tent and wooden table with benches. The walk on the estate is free, except if you chose to go inside the garden which is £15 + the house = £25. If you book online is a £1 discount.Receipt attach in my photo. Overall experience is good place to visit.

Stunning garden and scenery. We've been to the house, but we're not allowed to take pictures inside. We only saw the ground floor of the house. We're not allowed to go upstairs. They have lovely restaurant and nice food. Staff are also very friendly. They have big play area and mini golf. Car park is quite expensive..we paid £9 for 3.5hrs. But it is worth a visit.

Wonderful visit to what feels like a family home. The house staff are so knowledgeable and an absolute delight to speak with - full of little surprising facts and tidbits. And back at the restaurant, the afternoon tea is perfectly judged with gorgeous amuse bouches and very attentive, good fun staff. Our mouths were very amused. Nice selection of teas which keep coming.A wonderful afternoon at a very special place.Thanks for having us!

Lovely surroundings and dog walks. Dogs allowed in the park cafe and shop but not in the gardens or house. Still a great place to go on a sunny day. The children's playground is amazing. Parking is reasonably priced and plenty of room.

Beautiful visit in stunning grounds. So much history as well. Play park for the kids was superb. House and gardens stunning. The guides in the house so knowledgeable and really made the day with their personable attitude

House tour would have been nice to see more rooms than 3 and a room with paintings. Was in there 10 mins, and then there was the exit door. The gardens made up for it. It was lovely and had some really nice photos of me and my husband. Would visit the gardens again. The staff were helpful and polite. Coffee was lovely too.

Gorgeous scenery! Heaven on earth in spring/summer when all the flowers start to open up. You could spend all day here. The cafe and ice cream here are very good, too.

Beautiful gardens and building. The interior was outstanding, and the audio guide was invaluable in bringing the experience to life. It's worth every penny of the entry fee.

Was really good, cafe is expensive and would advise taking own snacks but the childrens play area was brilliant and the walk ways were good compared to most woods we have been to. Maple the dog had the best time

Wonderful walks, with a gravel path for easy access, or off the beaten track paths. Has a shop, tea room, and bus stop. Parking is now paying.

Glad I went but thought £15 for garden only was a bit steep, on top of £10 parking, especially as I found out you can see the church for free which wasn't made clear.Lovely flowers and reasonable gardens (have been to better). Transport museum was interesting.Didn't visit the house as didn't have time but at £25 Inc free car parking that might be a better option.

The guides at the house were very informative and had some lovely anecdotes and interesting facts to impart. The gardens are lovely and despite a wet morning there are many walks to do and much to see, a place that you could come back to more than once.

A nice place to visit and see the house and grounds. Unfortunately there isn't an awful lot to do as the house is closed to guests. There is a nice tea room for food and a gift shop.

For £23pp there is precious little extra to see compared to free to access area. Only a few rooms in the ground floor are accessible to visitors. Grounds seemed a little parched probably due to the drought. Restaurant is great but lacking in options.

Very special place. Unique pieces, whether artwork or furniture, and history abound.We caught the free “golf” cart up to the estate, walked through the 9 rooms that are part of the house tour, and proceeded to the old horse stables for a spot of lunch. Some old royal cars and fire engines are displayed at the stables also. Loads to see and the tour guides that are dotted around the house are very knowledgeable and helpful. Lots of the garden and playground areas are doggy friendly. Not to be missed!

The house is full of beautiful things and the tour guides are great, essential even, so knowledgeable and enthusiastic.The grounds and lake are beautiful.£23 for house and garden was a bit expensive, especially because the garden by the house is currently off-limits.

A super day out! Interesting house and lovely gardens. They are currently displaying a collection of the King's watercolour paintings which are fantastic. They also offer an audio tour guide which is worth having. A couple of cafes to choose from as well as a restaurant and not too expensive. Outside of the house grounds you can also visit the church where the Royal Family go for Christmas as well as a couple of nice walks around the woods.Best to buy tickets in advance as you need to book a time slot.

What a fantastic place to visit. A beautiful house and the most amazing woodlands with a great outdoor adventure playground for the young ones. A great place to walk the dog, to look inside of one of the Kings homes. Ensure you have a look in the shop and if your hungry then food is available at reasonable prices. Alternatively you could bring a picnic and eat it in this beautiful estate.

Very picturesque house and estate steeped in history and tradition. Staff very friendly, polite and efficient, gardens worth a look, house tour was shorter than expected. Well worth booking in advance to get cheaper parking and timed entry.

Beautiful place. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. House felt strangely cosy, homely and welcoming for a large house. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank you

Beautiful grounds, very well maintained and a pleasure to drive through. The car parking is reasonable and some areas are free to walk around. The cafe and shop area is kept clean and is a nice pit stop.

Went to Sandringham whilst on holiday. Had a lovely time the gardens were lovely to walk around. The house was amazing, and the guides were welcoming and very knowledgeable and answered all the questions .well worth going down to look at the stables and have a coffee and look at some cars and a fire engine. And also to walk up to the church.Lovely time.

The house was closed until Easter but the forest walks are wonderful and full of wildlife. We walked from the Caravan and Motorhome site so no problem parking. Lots of car parks throughout the estate

Amazing park! We drove from Bury and spent over 4 hours there. The park is HUGE and my kids had a blast. Just some notes: there is a cafe, restaurant, ice cream shop, and a store, there are plenty of picnic tables by the cafe area. Facilities are very clean. There is seating withing the play area for parents, but no dogs allowed in the playground, so I found a spot in the giant field just outside of the play area. Next time I will definitely bring a blanket or some folding chairs. There were also trails, but we did not partake this time.

Day visit to the King's House! A beautiful family home in fabulous grounds yet feels quite intimate. Staff were a delight and welcoming. Restaurant good food at reasonable prices. It feels like a house that's used and lived in compared to some of the National Trust grand houses that are really museums.Will go back.

Understated royal holiday house. Smaller than you'd imagine and refreshingly with little pretence. Well maintained gardens with every item labelled. Stables with vehicles and the church are worth visiting also.

Fabous Park / estate. The house is surprisingly homely. A lot of gorgeous crockery, etc, is on display, which I imagine is put away when no royals in residence.The Christmas market was mainly food but all very atmospheric.Sandringham always worth a visit. And second one third one...

I visited this place after 6 years and found it a bit weary. The palace has lost its charm due to the addition of the gardens in front of the palace. That grandeur look of the palace, which stood at the edge of the lush green grasses grounds is being missed now.I remember seeing the exhibition 6 years back, with a range of colourful pheasants displayed behind the glasses display panels.

Brilliant place. Lovely for a long and adventurous walk through the woods and the house and gardens are lovely too (you have to pay to access the house and gardens although children up to 17 are free!). Cafe is very nice as well and there is a lovely gift shop. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely fantastic place for all. Great for little ones with a play park and crazy golf. Great if you have dogs plenty if room and the restaurant is dog friendly too. You can look around the house and gardens for a charge. Or just take a picnic and relax. Go early and you may spot some wildlife including deer. Way marked trails for cycling and walking.Great facilities for disabled visitors with a changing places facilities

Great family day out.Free entry for children to the garden and house.The house is interesting to walk around and obviously full of recent royal history, the stables too. The gardens are beautiful , and free to roam around. We enjoyed a picnic by the lake.The church is worth popping into as it's beautiful.Followed the full walk around the gardens which leads back outside of the gardens to a children's play area which is large and plenty to explore.

Amazing place to visit. We were there all day. You can spend as long as you like in the private gardens (but arrive for your booking into the house on time). The staff inside the house were very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information, even things like where the Christmas tree goes and showed us the piano that the Princess of Wales (Catherine) & Princess Eugenie plays at Christmas. Saw a lovely exhibition of King Charles paintings of all the royal residents too. Also the private church that the royal family worship in at Christmas was open for visitors and it was small but beautiful inside. Outside the private gardens is a cafe, restaurant, shop and ice cream shop, a huge play area for children and the huge Sandringham park to explore. I would recommend and will return

Great day out at Sandringham. The house tour was very well organised and using the headphones and guide made life really ready and it made sure you didn't miss anything. The additional staff inside the house during the tour was also useful for answering questions. Used the restaurant for refreshments all though a little slow, food was nice. Would certainly visit again.

Great outdoors areas but very short indoors route. You only get to see a few rooms. The old stables now house a collection of vintage cars and they are beautiful!

Amazing estate and you can have a great day out and just pay for parking if you want. Great walking trails, a huge play area, food, drink, shop, mini-golf, gin bar and ice cream - what more could you want! We didn't go into the house or gardens but there's still plenty to do to keep the kids entertained and it's great for a picnic on a summer's day.

Could not access the house or gardens as we had our dog with us. My wife visited and was thrilled. I walked the grounds and forest at the car parks and surprised what is available to see. Good restaurant, cafe and shop, all can be accessed by disabled. Plenty of picnic tables. Good experience

A very beautiful place. The variety of colors simply excites the imagination. We had a great time.

Perhaps the most family feeling of all the Royal Palaces. It is still used by the Family on a regular basis particularly at Christmas. The gardens and grounds are beautiful. A must visit if in the area.

The house is lovely to walk around, and the gardens and grounds are so beautiful. We enjoyed afternoon tea in the Sandringham restaurant. Brilliant service and all freshly prepared. One of the best afternoon teas we have had.

House & gardens were closed so we walked around the parklands & arboretum - enjoying the green & some 'forest bathing' . Parking £9 but entry free. Refreshments & WC available. We also enjoyed an interesting visit to the local parish church on the estate, used by the royals when they are in residence.

Lovely location , just a lovely walking area , the wood's were outstanding . Great play area for the kid's .Unfortunately I didn't notice that Dog's aren't allowed in the Garden's . I bought a ticket for the House and Garden for my wife and a Garden ticket for me and my Beautiful Dog . The walks in the other grounds compensated my Mistake of not reading properly .Recommend a visit .

Really beautiful place to spend an afternoon walking around in amongst the trees. The Rhododendrons and foxgloves looked glorious. The ice cream was delicious as well.

Lovely place to visit. Even if you only go for the park/walk, spent a lovely day here. Plenty of places to enjoy a picnic and there are lots of space to walk dogs - not in the estate itself though. Will be going back for a longer walk and stay a bit longer in the park

Firstly, the landscape around the estate is beautiful. It’s very wooded and there’s lots of walks you can do. You can visit the church which the royal family use when in residence and there is an unusual silver pulpit and altar.However, the charge for the house is extortionate. We saw three or four rooms which were vaguely interesting and some fairly tired, ordinary looking gardens. Then having to pay for parking - I wouldn’t consider £9 for a less than 2 hour visit to be reasonable as so many people put it - seemed like a bit of a rip-off.The best part about the day was some cake and tea from the cafe which was nice and reasonably priced. If you’re visiting with a family expect to spend a couple of hundred here as the tickets, parking, shop and cafe combined will easily cost that much.Shame because it could be a lovely estate which is more open and welcoming to the public.I do agree with what people have said above about if you want to go for a good long walk, visit the church and go for an ice cream, this place could be a good day out for you. Just don’t bother going into the gardens and house!

A Royal Retreat: Sandringham HouseSandringham House is a must-visit for anyone seeking a glimpse into the lives of British royalty. Nestled in the idyllic Norfolk countryside, this grand estate offers a captivating blend of history, elegance, and natural beauty.A Step Back in Time: From the moment you approach the impressive sandstone facade, you're transported back to a bygone era. The house's interiors are beautifully preserved, showcasing exquisite period furnishings, artwork, and personal belongings of the royal family. The guided tour is informative and engaging, providing fascinating insights into the history and significance of Sandringham.Stunning Grounds: The estate's expansive gardens are a delight to explore. Wander through manicured lawns, serene lakes, and vibrant flower beds. The picturesque landscapes offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful St. Mary Magdalene Church, where members of the royal family are buried.A Royal Touch: As a working royal residence, Sandringham House retains a sense of intimacy and authenticity. The estate's connection to the royal family adds a special touch to the experience. It's a truly unique opportunity to step into the footsteps of history and immerse yourself in the grandeur of a royal estate.A Perfect Day Out: Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply seeking a memorable experience, Sandringham House is sure to impress. With its stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and rich history, it's a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Norfolk region.

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Had a lovely time at Sandringham House & Gardens. Beautiful scenery, we stopped to have a picnic. Had a walk around the gardens and church. Stopped off in the courtyard for ice cream then had a walk around the shop and garden centre and bought a few plants to bring home with us. Such a lovely day out would highly recommend.

Great to see the house in its actual setting rather than staged such as Buckingham Palace. Some impressive rooms. Guides inside were brilliant by giving insight about the origins of the decor. Would recommend.

Have visited many times last visit was for the flower show that was attended by the King and Queen. Was well organised and parking was included. Show was a lovely day out. The grounds were open and included in the ticket price. Dogs allowed around the show stalls, country park and the house grounds, house grounds only open to dogs on this day usually they are not. Shop is dog friendly but restaurant is not.

Beautiful gardens and a lovely house. The gardens are well stocked with a variety of tree types, shrubs and flowers ranging from more formal areas to wilder spots.The area of the house open is part of the ground floor and in the words of a guide "everything you see is what the family have and use when they are in residence."It was great to see the interior and hear it's development over the years.

The playground for kids is free entrance and you can go for picnic which they have a tent and wooden table with benches. The walk on the estate is free, except if you chose to go inside the garden which is £15 + the house = £25. If you book online is a £1 discount.Receipt attach in my photo. Overall experience is good place to visit.

Stunning garden and scenery. We've been to the house, but we're not allowed to take pictures inside. We only saw the ground floor of the house. We're not allowed to go upstairs. They have lovely restaurant and nice food. Staff are also very friendly. They have big play area and mini golf. Car park is quite expensive..we paid £9 for 3.5hrs. But it is worth a visit.

Wonderful visit to what feels like a family home. The house staff are so knowledgeable and an absolute delight to speak with - full of little surprising facts and tidbits. And back at the restaurant, the afternoon tea is perfectly judged with gorgeous amuse bouches and very attentive, good fun staff. Our mouths were very amused. Nice selection of teas which keep coming.A wonderful afternoon at a very special place.Thanks for having us!

Lovely surroundings and dog walks. Dogs allowed in the park cafe and shop but not in the gardens or house. Still a great place to go on a sunny day. The children's playground is amazing. Parking is reasonably priced and plenty of room.

Beautiful visit in stunning grounds. So much history as well. Play park for the kids was superb. House and gardens stunning. The guides in the house so knowledgeable and really made the day with their personable attitude

House tour would have been nice to see more rooms than 3 and a room with paintings. Was in there 10 mins, and then there was the exit door. The gardens made up for it. It was lovely and had some really nice photos of me and my husband. Would visit the gardens again. The staff were helpful and polite. Coffee was lovely too.

Gorgeous scenery! Heaven on earth in spring/summer when all the flowers start to open up. You could spend all day here. The cafe and ice cream here are very good, too.

Beautiful gardens and building. The interior was outstanding, and the audio guide was invaluable in bringing the experience to life. It's worth every penny of the entry fee.

Was really good, cafe is expensive and would advise taking own snacks but the childrens play area was brilliant and the walk ways were good compared to most woods we have been to. Maple the dog had the best time

Wonderful walks, with a gravel path for easy access, or off the beaten track paths. Has a shop, tea room, and bus stop. Parking is now paying.

Glad I went but thought £15 for garden only was a bit steep, on top of £10 parking, especially as I found out you can see the church for free which wasn't made clear.Lovely flowers and reasonable gardens (have been to better). Transport museum was interesting.Didn't visit the house as didn't have time but at £25 Inc free car parking that might be a better option.

The guides at the house were very informative and had some lovely anecdotes and interesting facts to impart. The gardens are lovely and despite a wet morning there are many walks to do and much to see, a place that you could come back to more than once.

A nice place to visit and see the house and grounds. Unfortunately there isn't an awful lot to do as the house is closed to guests. There is a nice tea room for food and a gift shop.

For £23pp there is precious little extra to see compared to free to access area. Only a few rooms in the ground floor are accessible to visitors. Grounds seemed a little parched probably due to the drought. Restaurant is great but lacking in options.

Very special place. Unique pieces, whether artwork or furniture, and history abound.We caught the free “golf” cart up to the estate, walked through the 9 rooms that are part of the house tour, and proceeded to the old horse stables for a spot of lunch. Some old royal cars and fire engines are displayed at the stables also. Loads to see and the tour guides that are dotted around the house are very knowledgeable and helpful. Lots of the garden and playground areas are doggy friendly. Not to be missed!

The house is full of beautiful things and the tour guides are great, essential even, so knowledgeable and enthusiastic.The grounds and lake are beautiful.£23 for house and garden was a bit expensive, especially because the garden by the house is currently off-limits.

A super day out! Interesting house and lovely gardens. They are currently displaying a collection of the King's watercolour paintings which are fantastic. They also offer an audio tour guide which is worth having. A couple of cafes to choose from as well as a restaurant and not too expensive. Outside of the house grounds you can also visit the church where the Royal Family go for Christmas as well as a couple of nice walks around the woods.Best to buy tickets in advance as you need to book a time slot.

What a fantastic place to visit. A beautiful house and the most amazing woodlands with a great outdoor adventure playground for the young ones. A great place to walk the dog, to look inside of one of the Kings homes. Ensure you have a look in the shop and if your hungry then food is available at reasonable prices. Alternatively you could bring a picnic and eat it in this beautiful estate.

Very picturesque house and estate steeped in history and tradition. Staff very friendly, polite and efficient, gardens worth a look, house tour was shorter than expected. Well worth booking in advance to get cheaper parking and timed entry.

Beautiful place. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. House felt strangely cosy, homely and welcoming for a large house. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank you

Beautiful grounds, very well maintained and a pleasure to drive through. The car parking is reasonable and some areas are free to walk around. The cafe and shop area is kept clean and is a nice pit stop.

Went to Sandringham whilst on holiday. Had a lovely time the gardens were lovely to walk around. The house was amazing, and the guides were welcoming and very knowledgeable and answered all the questions .well worth going down to look at the stables and have a coffee and look at some cars and a fire engine. And also to walk up to the church.Lovely time.

The house was closed until Easter but the forest walks are wonderful and full of wildlife. We walked from the Caravan and Motorhome site so no problem parking. Lots of car parks throughout the estate

Amazing park! We drove from Bury and spent over 4 hours there. The park is HUGE and my kids had a blast. Just some notes: there is a cafe, restaurant, ice cream shop, and a store, there are plenty of picnic tables by the cafe area. Facilities are very clean. There is seating withing the play area for parents, but no dogs allowed in the playground, so I found a spot in the giant field just outside of the play area. Next time I will definitely bring a blanket or some folding chairs. There were also trails, but we did not partake this time.

Day visit to the King's House! A beautiful family home in fabulous grounds yet feels quite intimate. Staff were a delight and welcoming. Restaurant good food at reasonable prices. It feels like a house that's used and lived in compared to some of the National Trust grand houses that are really museums.Will go back.

Understated royal holiday house. Smaller than you'd imagine and refreshingly with little pretence. Well maintained gardens with every item labelled. Stables with vehicles and the church are worth visiting also.

Fabous Park / estate. The house is surprisingly homely. A lot of gorgeous crockery, etc, is on display, which I imagine is put away when no royals in residence.The Christmas market was mainly food but all very atmospheric.Sandringham always worth a visit. And second one third one...

I visited this place after 6 years and found it a bit weary. The palace has lost its charm due to the addition of the gardens in front of the palace. That grandeur look of the palace, which stood at the edge of the lush green grasses grounds is being missed now.I remember seeing the exhibition 6 years back, with a range of colourful pheasants displayed behind the glasses display panels.

Brilliant place. Lovely for a long and adventurous walk through the woods and the house and gardens are lovely too (you have to pay to access the house and gardens although children up to 17 are free!). Cafe is very nice as well and there is a lovely gift shop. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely fantastic place for all. Great for little ones with a play park and crazy golf. Great if you have dogs plenty if room and the restaurant is dog friendly too. You can look around the house and gardens for a charge. Or just take a picnic and relax. Go early and you may spot some wildlife including deer. Way marked trails for cycling and walking.Great facilities for disabled visitors with a changing places facilities

Great family day out.Free entry for children to the garden and house.The house is interesting to walk around and obviously full of recent royal history, the stables too. The gardens are beautiful , and free to roam around. We enjoyed a picnic by the lake.The church is worth popping into as it's beautiful.Followed the full walk around the gardens which leads back outside of the gardens to a children's play area which is large and plenty to explore.

Amazing place to visit. We were there all day. You can spend as long as you like in the private gardens (but arrive for your booking into the house on time). The staff inside the house were very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information, even things like where the Christmas tree goes and showed us the piano that the Princess of Wales (Catherine) & Princess Eugenie plays at Christmas. Saw a lovely exhibition of King Charles paintings of all the royal residents too. Also the private church that the royal family worship in at Christmas was open for visitors and it was small but beautiful inside. Outside the private gardens is a cafe, restaurant, shop and ice cream shop, a huge play area for children and the huge Sandringham park to explore. I would recommend and will return

Great day out at Sandringham. The house tour was very well organised and using the headphones and guide made life really ready and it made sure you didn't miss anything. The additional staff inside the house during the tour was also useful for answering questions. Used the restaurant for refreshments all though a little slow, food was nice. Would certainly visit again.

Great outdoors areas but very short indoors route. You only get to see a few rooms. The old stables now house a collection of vintage cars and they are beautiful!

Amazing estate and you can have a great day out and just pay for parking if you want. Great walking trails, a huge play area, food, drink, shop, mini-golf, gin bar and ice cream - what more could you want! We didn't go into the house or gardens but there's still plenty to do to keep the kids entertained and it's great for a picnic on a summer's day.

Could not access the house or gardens as we had our dog with us. My wife visited and was thrilled. I walked the grounds and forest at the car parks and surprised what is available to see. Good restaurant, cafe and shop, all can be accessed by disabled. Plenty of picnic tables. Good experience

A very beautiful place. The variety of colors simply excites the imagination. We had a great time.

Perhaps the most family feeling of all the Royal Palaces. It is still used by the Family on a regular basis particularly at Christmas. The gardens and grounds are beautiful. A must visit if in the area.

The house is lovely to walk around, and the gardens and grounds are so beautiful. We enjoyed afternoon tea in the Sandringham restaurant. Brilliant service and all freshly prepared. One of the best afternoon teas we have had.

House & gardens were closed so we walked around the parklands & arboretum - enjoying the green & some 'forest bathing' . Parking £9 but entry free. Refreshments & WC available. We also enjoyed an interesting visit to the local parish church on the estate, used by the royals when they are in residence.

Lovely location , just a lovely walking area , the wood's were outstanding . Great play area for the kid's .Unfortunately I didn't notice that Dog's aren't allowed in the Garden's . I bought a ticket for the House and Garden for my wife and a Garden ticket for me and my Beautiful Dog . The walks in the other grounds compensated my Mistake of not reading properly .Recommend a visit .

Really beautiful place to spend an afternoon walking around in amongst the trees. The Rhododendrons and foxgloves looked glorious. The ice cream was delicious as well.

Lovely place to visit. Even if you only go for the park/walk, spent a lovely day here. Plenty of places to enjoy a picnic and there are lots of space to walk dogs - not in the estate itself though. Will be going back for a longer walk and stay a bit longer in the park

Firstly, the landscape around the estate is beautiful. It’s very wooded and there’s lots of walks you can do. You can visit the church which the royal family use when in residence and there is an unusual silver pulpit and altar.However, the charge for the house is extortionate. We saw three or four rooms which were vaguely interesting and some fairly tired, ordinary looking gardens. Then having to pay for parking - I wouldn’t consider £9 for a less than 2 hour visit to be reasonable as so many people put it - seemed like a bit of a rip-off.The best part about the day was some cake and tea from the cafe which was nice and reasonably priced. If you’re visiting with a family expect to spend a couple of hundred here as the tickets, parking, shop and cafe combined will easily cost that much.Shame because it could be a lovely estate which is more open and welcoming to the public.I do agree with what people have said above about if you want to go for a good long walk, visit the church and go for an ice cream, this place could be a good day out for you. Just don’t bother going into the gardens and house!

A Royal Retreat: Sandringham HouseSandringham House is a must-visit for anyone seeking a glimpse into the lives of British royalty. Nestled in the idyllic Norfolk countryside, this grand estate offers a captivating blend of history, elegance, and natural beauty.A Step Back in Time: From the moment you approach the impressive sandstone facade, you're transported back to a bygone era. The house's interiors are beautifully preserved, showcasing exquisite period furnishings, artwork, and personal belongings of the royal family. The guided tour is informative and engaging, providing fascinating insights into the history and significance of Sandringham.Stunning Grounds: The estate's expansive gardens are a delight to explore. Wander through manicured lawns, serene lakes, and vibrant flower beds. The picturesque landscapes offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful St. Mary Magdalene Church, where members of the royal family are buried.A Royal Touch: As a working royal residence, Sandringham House retains a sense of intimacy and authenticity. The estate's connection to the royal family adds a special touch to the experience. It's a truly unique opportunity to step into the footsteps of history and immerse yourself in the grandeur of a royal estate.A Perfect Day Out: Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply seeking a memorable experience, Sandringham House is sure to impress. With its stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and rich history, it's a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Norfolk region.

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Visited West Stow for school trip with 60 primary school children. Museum was interesting & engaging, areas to explore in the Anglo Saxon house area with knowledgeable staff. Dougal particularly good. Lovely playground & covered areas for lunch. Toilets were a little lacking for large groups but perfectly adequate for the public.

Excellent opportunity to learn more about the heritage of the area. The small museum contains a range of material from the Palaeolithic to the Saxons, including a substantial Bronze Age hoard. The reconstructed houses give you a great insight into what living in Saxon period would have been like. Very impressive.

So interesting and lovely little visit. Friendly with great info. Really enjoy the live workshops etc. Will come again.

Great place! There's a couple of very good museums with artifacts from around the local area, a decent cafe, toilets, a gift shop, good parking, wheelchair access (although it would be hard work around where the Anglo-Saxon houses are) and adventure playgrounds for kids. The houses are part of an ongoing archaeological experiment to help interpret evidence in the ground, and each one has a different feel. It really gives a sense of history and how people used to live. There's also a short video explaining about the site, as well as a special archaeological dig section for kids to uncover artifacts in sand. We'll worth a visit.

We visited on a quiet day, so had plenty of time to look at the exhibits in the museum. It was really interesting and well presented. We felt like we learned a lot about Anglo-Saxon life. There wasn't a re-enactment going on and we felt the actual buildings would have been more interesting if there had been. There are also some nice walks around the lake, so it's not just the Anglo-Saxon stuff.

Our visit with the reenactment was superb. Not sure how often they have them, but their characters and knowledge were top notch.We particularly liked watching the blacksmith at work and we could try on the armour and swords for size before watching them fight!Absolutely brilliant experience.

Had a wonderful afternoon at the West Stow Anglo Saxon village. Lots to do & experience. I got a real feel of life in that period & the various people who volunteered/ worked there were enthusiastic & knowledgeable & obviously love what they do. I took part in a drumming session which was bliss!

A good few hrs here exploring the hunts and the museum. A few finds to look at along with a few well detailed signs to read. No dogs allowed but guide dogs however they was allowed in the cafe.

A great experience for all. The recreated Anglo Saxon Village is truly amazing. It certainly gives you a feel as to how they lived. Very interesting museum displaying lots of items and artefacts from the period. There are some lovely walks to suit all abilities. It certainly makes a great day out at a very reasonable cost. Would certainly recommend.

Dragon's fest was very good! Little man was up and down and had lots of fun which is the most important. For me I think it would be great to have more things for them to get engaged/play.He had fun for 4 solid hours so that what matters.

A wonderful, historical gem we just happened to come across. A site of historical importance that stems from the stone age through to the Anglo Saxons. We got taking to a member of staff who was working in the allotment, she was extremely friendly and helpful. We had a lovely time here.

Interesting walk through history. Very impressive displays of stone, bronze, iron, and roman artefacts before you even get to the Anglo saxon finds. Blown away by the depth of some of the displays. Great access to the site. You can enter all but one of the buildings. All of them gave little details that made them come alive. Good disabled parking. Nice cafe set for lunchtime snacks and treats, not full meals. Toilets in the car park and in the cafe. Nice 2 hr family adventure. If no activities may struggle to hold a teenagers interest at times. Would love to visit on a themed event day.

We had a great time here, it was really interesting to see all of the history that has been found in the area. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the shop has some cool things too. Definitely want to come back when there is an event on.

Love this place. Great circular walks. Beautiful walk around the lake, just mind out for the geese... Playground is nice. for older, braver children, there is a huge climbing frame, also a "Web" they can climb, and a climbing wall. Younger children enjoy the small play equipment. Difficult for a 6 year old who is not brave enough, but as it's sand, everyone wins!Also, delicious ice creams!!

Recreated in 1973 by archaeology students, Anglo Saxon Village is a stop off the A11 and worth the time spent. They have an excellent cafe and museum plus Anglo Saxon houses.

Great walks in wonderful countryside. The car park is very large and is pay and display. Cash or through an App. The price is very good. £2 for 2 hours or £3 for all day. There is a place sit and enjoy your packed lunch. The area is clean and there is plenty of different walks to enjoy. I would only say that the walks need to be better sign posted. Will go again and enjoy the sites walks. You can walk around the lake or within the heath land, plenty to do. A nice and large children's play area.

Authentic display of how the Anglo-Saxon people lived in the olden times. One of the resident caretakers overheard us discussing about how some of the people in the village actually seem to stay, sleep and live the life and explained that there were different groups of "actors" that come and "live" there to demonstrate how life was then...

Fascinating insight into life in an Anglo Saxon village and how we've attempted to find out more about buildings from this period. Activities and play area for children were great (they loved digging up artefacts in the sand), and the cafe is nice (if a little on the pricy side). Would have loved to spend a bit more time in the museum.

Lovely day out at the saxon village today, reconstructed on top of the original site, several beautiful buildings, plus a packed museum full of artifacts, we will be back again, thankyou.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit today (two 65+ people). Initially it seemed like there wasn’t a lot there, but both the museum areas were very interesting and informative, and had a lot of original artefacts and reconstructions on display. The experimental archeology village has about seven buildings, each showing slightly different construction methods and uses.The cafe and toilets were good, and there was good wheelchair access to all parts of the site. Though if you are using a manual wheelchair the rough ground in parts could make it difficult.We spent about four hours there.

We turned up one day, just past closing time and in the pouring rain. We were en route to our holiday in Norfolk so unlikely to return and, when we explained this, the manager very kindly let us go round anyway.What a lovely place, the passion for history was evident and having the place to ourselves in the rain was actually magical.Thank you so much! 😁

I've been coming here for nearly 30 years and I never get bored. The walk around the lake is beautiful. You'll encounter numerous wild flowers, mushrooms, beautiful butterflies and lots of interesting bugs and critters.It's a wonderful little nature walk for all ages, and it's a great place to get kids exploring. Even if you don't get a chance to visit the Anglo Saxon village. There's lots of events that happen so it's always worth checking their website.

If you want to explore Viking housing and the life how it was in Viking times this place is perfect for that. Lots of places to see, all the Viking houses and other premises, read about the history and see artefacts. Plenty space to explore and it’s nice and peaceful too.

Lovely place, excellent day out . A must if you are an Anglo Saxon fan.The new exhibition of the Rendlesham finds was excellent.The walks are great it's a beautiful place. The shop has plenty in too . I'd recommend going to Sutton hoo as well.

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Absolutely beautiful place! A real surprise and far more extensive than expected. This could easily be a two hour trip and for the price that is fairly reasonable. There is more than enough parking, toilets on site and a tea room which serves hot and cold snacks and drinks. There is a real range of nature here to see and enjoy. Lots of the plants are labelled with plaques to show what they are, but it’s nice to wander around and enjoy. We saw people with canes, in wheelchairs and they were able to enjoy the gardens as there are either paths or short grass around most of the site. There are also bird-watching hides to sit inside (though some people don’t know when to keep quiet!). Lots to see and do and a really lovely treat.

Quiet location. Very tranquil. Seating located around the grounds. We went early spring so difficult to judge the flower/plant displays. Includes a bird hide overlooking water with possible sighting of a kingfisher. Also a 'nature trail' - a walk through a couple of fields with trees ;quite damp and muddy in places. Plant labelling could be improved I think. Nothing particularly exotic or exciting but it was early season. Some lovely weeping willows and mature displays of bamboo. Tea garden and toilets and a couple of gift marquees.

Recently discovered this lovely hidden gem.Dog friendly with lots of paths. Lovely ponds and water features, bridges, tons of birds. A fabulous experience.Its 8/adult, but a season pass is 30. So it pays for itself quickly! If you change your mind at any time about doing a season pass, just give them your visit ticket and they'll apply it towards the cost.Also, during normal hours, they have a sweet little cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating. When I visited last, they even had a few vendors selling giftables and crafts.

Relax in the enchanted gardens, stroll and explore the trails, with hidden hideaway spots and if you are lucky, you may even spot a kingfisher.There are multiple ponds, bridges, boardwalks and colourful flower boarders all around with benches to sit upon where you can unwind. Put those mobile phones down after youve taken those dreamy pics, listen to the silence or at nature's wildlife song all around you.There is a small tea room, which has a great selection of hot and cold snacks with delicious cakes. Try the banana and toffee muffin, I'd highly recommend.Dogs welcome on a lead.Open daily 10.30am-5pm.A great place for all garden lovers.

Fantastic place to visit. Idyllic gardens provide a place to relax and enjoy some tranquil time in nature. Very dog friendly with a cafe that suits most dietary requirements including our four legged friends. Will be visiting again this year.

Nice place to visit, although it's just a very Big Garden with a few Ponds & a nature walk area.There's an information leaflet on entry which tells you of how the Water Gardens became to be there.Plenty of wildlife & tree's/plants to see. A place to Relax, plenty of seating Dotted around just to chill out. There is a fee to go in, under 16's are free.Nice café on site & toilet's..

Absolutely wonderful place. Well worth a visit, relaxing and beautifully kept gardens with ponds and rivers. Nice café with good quality crafts for sale and some plants in case you want to replicate a little piece of it at home.

Lovely water gardens, packed in with nooks and paths. Very peaceful, relaxing with plenty of places to sit and soak in the atmosphere. Cafe and toilets, dog friendly on leads.

Really lovely place to go so relaxing. Nice walk around the gardens. Ponds and little stream are so relaxing to sit by. If you like bird watching there is a little hid and you can spot a kingfisher if you are lucky enough. Cafe is nice for a cuppa and slice of cake.

I spent Easter here. Its reasonably priced and is so beutiful and a relaxing walk. They do Easter trails for children the prize is really good. The cakes in the cafe are lovely I had a red velvet it was super nice. The toilets are clean and good.

We chose this place as a convenient meeting place for our family get together. There were 14 of us, 8 adults and 6 children.We had a wonderful day here. The children are aged 2 to 15 and they all enjoyed exploring the different areas of the garden. The older ones had a fun game of hide and seek.There are so many tranquil spaces and well placed benches to enjoy the different ponds and views.We really enjoyed the tea room and the lovely little craft stalls outside the tea room.The beautiful weather made it a perfect peaceful place for us to get together and catch up.All those working there were very helpful and very kind to our excitable children.We look forward to coming and seeing the gardens again!

Fabulous 'private' gardens with a *really* interesting range of plants; specialising in bog / marshland /marginals.Friendly staff and a nice cafe too.Deserves more than one trip to fully appreciate the work that has been carried out to populate this relatively small area.We shall return. 🧡

Lovely place to spend a day, walks , boardwalks , bridges , lakes and rivers, cafe and toilets, large carpark . Cafe does hot and cold drinks with cakes , scones and crisps. Seating and bird hide, if you're lucky you'll see the kingfishers.

Such a peaceful, serene place to stroll around or relax.The gardens are meticulously kept and everything blends in perfectly. If you are lucky, as we were you will see the small deer in the undergrowth.Lovely Cafe and Local Craft stalls.Good value for money.

Such a treat to go and explore the dog-friendly (they must be on lead) grounds. If you enjoy your visit you can apply your admission to an unlimited year's membership.The gardens are lovely in every season! There are numurous places to sit, relflect, or feel like you're hidden away in a private garden. The ability to enjoy wildlife is eve present with lots of birds and such.Be sure to sneak away to the cafe which has a nice offerring of treats, hot and cold drinks. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Several times a yeat they hold small craft fairs there at the cafe.

Very relaxing location lovely short walks around various ponds and excellent food in the tea room which was very good value for your money

Spent a lovely couple of hours here, yes the Monet pond is very like his Lily pond.

One of the best gardens I've been to. A lovely warm welcome, all the staff were friendly. We spent 3 hours there but we could have stayed all day. Reasonably priced tea room, clean toilets. Lots of benches around the gardens to sit for a picnic. Definitely worth a visit.

Have been here a few years ago. Came back, and it's just lovely. All staff are very friendly and welcoming. Lovely place to stop for a coffee too, with lots of cakes to choose from.

Nestled in deepest darkest Norfolk lies Gooderstone Water Gardens. Which is 6 acres in size and has plenty to see.The gardens are beautiful and there are plenty of places for you to sit quietly and contemplate, read a book etc.Lots of wildlife around which is lovely to watch when it wasn't raining. Listening to the waterfalls around as well was relaxing.£8 pp to get in and children under 16 get in for free. There are concessions available as well.Also toilets which were clean and a small tea room selling teas, cakes and ice creams.Definitely worth a visit if you're out that way on a sunny day.

A lovely place to visit for a quiet, relaxing stroll, took my father (in his 90's) for an afternoon out, the main gardens are reasonable under foot, though you do need to look out for tree roots, though dad got round with his "walker" with little (if any) trouble, we managed to get to the Kingfisher hide, though unfortunately, the Kingfishers didn't oblige, he even braved the wild garden, which is a bit more uneven, then we finished the visit off with an ice cream frome the cafe/shop.Well worth a visit.

Lovely gardens to visit, lots to see. Very peaceful, plenty of benches to sit, watch and relax. Paths meandering around the ponds so you don't feel like you're following a set path. Nice way to spend an afternoon.

Beautiful, peaceful place. Lots of benches to sit and take in the beauty. A lovely little secret place

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Really amazing gardens and sculptures with the added bonus of a few exhibition spaces of contemporary art! We visited on a bank holiday and it was very peaceful. The house is nice and well kept but it’s once that you are outside that this place really delivers. Sadly one of the exhibitions closed as we tried to look around, it was supposed to be open and we were not given a reason as to why and the staff left and went home at 3:20! Other than this disappointment the place is wonderful.

One of the best estates we have visited. The house is fascinating with guides in each room to answer questions. There are extensive grounds to walk through with our favourite being the walled garden. Refreshments are available at the entrance. A must visit if in the area.

Visited Houghton Hall today. A stunning place filled with treasures a surprises in each room. Full of history and wonders. A true jewel in North Norfolk. Breathtaking gardens with helpful and wonderful staff....well done Houghton!😁👍

Spent a half day at this delightful country house. The walled garden is a particular highlight with its 4 main areas. The roses were in overdrive but we lingered longest with the two water features. A flaming fountain! What's not to like!The sculpture trail is worth doing as much for the intrigue in locating the works of art as the pieces themselves. House is a magnificent mansion with knowledgeable guides. The only reservation is the price of the cakes in the tea room. £5.50 for a fruit scone!

Excellent day out with friends. Despite very damp conditions, the walled garden was a great experience. We had a good lunch in the cafe followed by a quick look around the military figures museum and then the house itself. The Gormley bronze figures in the grounds were a delight to find and made the outing even more interesting. Go and see Houghton Hall for yourself, you won't be disappointed.

I cannot speak highly enough about my visit. The walled Garden is the best I have ever visited. It is so well maintained. The Wisteria terrace was absolutely beautiful. The staff were hard working yet friendly and helpful. The house was equally impressive. Rooms built at scale with many surprises such as Prince Charles Throne for the State Opening of Parliament on Monday and the Blip, which has to be seen to be believed. These items are only made apparent to visitors due to the exceptional engagement of the guides with the general public. You could spend all day talking to these extremely knowledgeable people, they are so interesting and charming.We had a lovely home made lunch in the Stables restaurant, which was of high quality, but not at all expensive.Next we visited the toy soldier exhibition. This is probably the best one in the UK if not the world.We then had the pleasure of seeking out the sculptures in the grounds. I never expected to see incredible works by Henry Moore, ( Mother and Child) and Anish Kapoor.The most impressive thing about Houghton Hall is the people. They are all very professional and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble. They all seem happy and well motivated and very proud to be part of the Houghton Team.I wholeheartedly and unreservedly recommend a visit to Houghton Hall. I was there all day and thoroughly enjoyed myself. This is a true Norfolk gem. Visit and you will not be disappointed.

Simply the most stunning house I have visited for years. The staircase and the trompe-l’oeil effect on the walls is a marvel to behold. The other rooms are equally breathtaking as are the gardens. If you are in the East of England/ Norfolk do not leave without paying a visit.

Really interesting place. The house is so well preserved and is very beautiful inside and out. The wider estate is full of statues of/by Gormally and the huge kitchen gardens filled with produce of all varieties and more sculptures and exhibits.

Inspired installation. Probably the most profound that I have seen at Houghton. The catalogue that accompanies the exhibition put everything into context. An essential purchase

Fabulous place to visit, we go back frequently. Interesting art installations, beautiful gardens, main house is full of historical interest.

This has a wonderful garden (if you like that sort of thing!). Full of surprises and delights. From the water/flame "sculpture" to the amazing fruit cage where the berries grow. Deliciously planted, outrageously planned, its in the spirit of the grandest of stately homes but brought up to date with a wisteria walk, rose garden, tropical greenhouse, vegetable garden, sculpture, water garden and more. A lovely place to wander. The house is suitably grand of course but maybe the garden is where you want to spend your time?

What a beautiful place! The walled gardens are absolutely amazing and the house is full of inspiration and history. The gardeners, volunteers and guides, both inside and out, are so knowledgeable and enthusiastic that we spent much longer there than anticipated. The cafe in the old stable block is lovely.The current sculptures were amazing too, especially the Blip.Well worth a visit... We will be back

Houghton Hall really is stunning.. and the gardens and grounds absolutely beautiful! The walled garden is one of the best have ever seen and the grounds currently with the Anthony Gormley’s ‘time horizon’ exhibit featuring 100 statues distributed over 300 acres of parkland is well worth a visit - highly recommended

Absolutely lovely afternoon out and easily a 5 star review but for a certain audience only. It isn’t dog friendly and would be pretty boring for kids and most teenagers.The cost of getting in to the gardens and the house was £22 per adult. This compares well with Sandringham estate. I think the gardens are better than Sandringham, but for kids and dogs Sandringham is a winner.The highlight for us were the gardens. They are unbelievable. Whoever has designed them deserves a medal as do the people who work there (from memory 6 full time gardeners, 1 part-time gardener and 8 volunteers).When you experience the perfectly symmetrical hedges beautifully presented beds you will see why it isn’t open every day. Even the army of 15 gardeners must need time to make it all look so perfect.There are some very interesting sculptures strategically placed around the gardens which add to the interest. We attended when there was an additional Scully exhibition. These were good to see too, although for me, the permanent features were probably more impressive because of the way they compliment the gardens.The house is interesting and worth a wonder around. Lots of history, and plenty of original decor and furniture. The volunteers are knowledgable and help with ones understanding.There’s a local art and crafts sales room in the stables called C&C. I reluctantly attended having a pretty negative view of this kind of thing but actually… there were some really interesting items.There’s a good cafe serving a decent selection of drinks, sandwiches, cakes and hot pastries.Overall, a must visit.

Great place to visit especially whilst the Antony Gormley exhibition is there. However, the cafe seems under-staffed resulting in long queues. Not enough seating either.

A beautiful hall with large gardens. The rooms are a little dark due to the window blinds that protect the furnishings from sunlight. Still well worth a visit.

Fantastic hall & gardens. Especially the walled garden. The special exhibitions they have here are well worth a visit.

£22 for house and garden and is worth every penny. Lovely gardens but the house steals the show... beautiful!

I've been meaning to see this beautiful house for a long time and it was worth waiting for. Lots of helpful informative staff around the hall. It is truly spectacular. The grounds and walled garden enjoyable too.

We only visited the walled gardens, they were spectacular and made the visit well worthwhile, even though we didn’t see the house. Initially I thought the £12 per person entry for the gardens, without the house included, was a bit steep, but having visited the gardens I think it was good value for money. We also had a delicious meal at the café where the staff were charming. Only thing is, I’m not sure that children would find it very entertaining, and there are no dogs allowed. But for us, with no children or dog today, it was perfect.

Beautiful house and gardens. It would have been nice to have more benches around the grounds so my grandma could sit and enjoy it.

Absolutely fantastic day . There is so much to see and do . The walled gardens are superb .The exhibitions and sculptures are a sight to behold .The Hall and its history are worth the visit . One of the friendliest historic sites ever visited the staff and volunteers really make it memorable, plus the cafe has the most delicious homemade food 😋Thoroughly recommend a visit

Walled garden ( extensive, 4 sections, orchard, roses, veg, flowers), cafe & quirky soldier museum.There is an old house & art exhibition.Plenty of free car parking.Good cafe & toilets.

Came on a coach trip with the St Ives Gardening Club. The walled garden is spectacular and the variety of plants and the sheer riot of colour was amazing. Thoroughly recommend . There is lots of seating dotted around so you can just sit and just breathe it all in. If you need to recharge your batteries its a perfect place to unwind.

Been to Norfolk numerous times in last 25 years, but I have not visited Houghton Hall. What a revelation. Hall inhabits the current owners, an ancestor of the original house creator. However, you are able to look around the hall to see its splendour.The park and the modern art exhibits scattered around are fantastic and create a great walking experience.The white deer, in the rut season, were showing off, we saw 3 stags going for it, galloping full tilt across the full length of the park...amazing.

Anthony Gormley Exhibition excellent, and so was Magdalene Odundo. Beautiful setting, cafe and gardens great. Staff knowledgeable and friendly. White deer! Coukd do with better signage to fund the entrance as Google maps takes you the wrong way.

One of the most interesting stately homes I have been to.The Magdalene Odundo exhibits were of great interest to me and the Anthony Gormley statues added another aspect of interest.We had a lovely day there.

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What a great day out, we took our older mothers and they loved it! It covers the history of the workhouse over time but also social history with recreated rooms and cottages over the ages.The cafe was excellent, great quiche and fabulously friendly staff.All of the staff were amazing, offering us motor scooters for our mum's to use to get to the farm.Thank you so much.

Brilliant day out! The workhouse museum was factual and fun, you can see the efforts and care put it with the projected historical figures/videos. It brings the museum to life. The village section,garden and shops were very quaint. The farm tractor ride was a hit! As well as the adventure playground to let the children run off steam. Staff were attentive, helpful and made you feel welcome. Thank you!

Fascinating insight into workhouse history and conditions. Wish we could have returned next day, as being older, we were physically unable to see it all in one day thoroughly!Good cafe. Can recommend the carrot cake and the quiche was scrumptious! Great for all ages. A party of schoolkids were enjoying the experience whilst we were there too. Thankyou for a great day out.

This place is kind of pricey, but saying that there is so much to do. We were their around 2 hours. We enjoyed looking around the workhouse and museum. I loved the tales of the inmates, although some were very sad. The children loved the adventure park and farm. Certainly somewhere to go to learn about how children and adults were treated back in time.

A fascinating, thought provoking place to visit. Much to see and absorb , well laid out and with plenty of information. Sculptures and projected images add to the atmosphere. The staff are very pleasant and welcoming and very knowledgeable about Gressenhall and its' history. Other areas devoted to Norfolk history are very interesting too, the gardens and grounds are superb . Short walk to the farm across the field , not to be missed. Very good day out , would love to come again when I am next in Norfolk. Thank you !

Lots of interesting history including workhouse & farming in Norfolk, mostly well presented. Good playarea and activities for children, lots of space for them. Limited choice of food when I visited. Good bookshop & gift shop.

Amazing place! I went with my group and we all loved it, the staff was amazingly friendly and kind. Food and service from the kitchen was marvelous too. We want to go back one day 🤗

Surprisingly I very much enjoyed the day out here. Going to a workhouse for a day out isn’t the top of my usual list but it was actually interesting. And the farm and tractor was very fun. The short haired lady with no teeth in the cafe was lovely and entertained our son. If she would like to baby sit give me a message

A nice day I learnt a few things lots to do farm is across a road and there's tractor rides

This is only a description of the play equipment area.We didn't go into the work house as it was late in the day.The playground area is large, with a two tier at up with steps and slides connecting the higher area with the lower one.Lots of wooden towers with various slides. The highest slide (green corkscrew) isn't for the feint hearted, and wolf recommend taking of shoes to cut down on friction.There is a decent trim trail for balancing, and a zipline.There are other climbing frames and swings for all tastes and adventurous levels.You can access the farm from the back gate. Be aware this crosses a main road.A very decent playground.If you work for Norfolk County Council and take your ID, you get in for free.

Great for all ages! The kids loved the cow milking station and epic playground. The adults loved the workhouse history, early 20th century home life displays, and old carnival caravan.

Well worth a visit, had visitors staying, thought it would be something different to see. Was proved right. The museum was well set out. The farm was interesting, we were taken around by tractor which was unexpected .The restaurant had a good selection of food,staff very pleasant and friendly. It was very clean and prices were reasonable..Definitely will return . Thank you for an enjoyable day.

Fascinating museum depicting the life in the workhouse and how farming has developed over the years. Gift shop and cafe on site, you know what the prices are like.Entry prices up to £16, with some discounts available for OAP etc.Working farm there with new born piglets, cows and horses.Plenty of exhibits in the museum both from the workhouse and farm machinery through the ages. All in a pretty good half day out.

Interesting and well presented museum of life gone-by.

Fantastic old workhouse and farm. Went early to the farm and had a ride on the tractor. Headed back across to the main work house and went on a tour of the museum. Great value for money and the cafe was great. Beautiful food and a well spent day out.

We loved this place, Workhouse is very well shown with great interactive elements. In the laundry area the smells are very realistic, which you may not like 😆The farm was fantastic lots of piglets and lambs, we got to help with rounding the sheep and lambs in their pens, great fun

What a hidden gem in the Norfolk countryside! Fascinating social history of the workhouse and rural farming life with a small farm adjoining. Delightful staff and good tea room. Great for adults and children alike.

Cafe is unexpectedly lovely - good scones and coffee, very friendly staff. Museum itself was poignant; a good reminder of the horrors of life before our wonderful NHS but also a good balanced view of the oppressive/life saving role of the work house. The grounds are fabulous; garden, chapel and school all well preserved. Definitely worth a visit.

This is well worth a visit, good for children and adults. The price is £15.80 per adult at concession. You can spend a day looking round. They is a farm, the workhouse to look round. You can get something to eat and drink which is not to dear. I would highly recommend coming here

We visited Gressenhall on the late may bank holiday with some friends. We had 3 children with us and they all had a great time. The staff did a great job particularly the ladies doing the dancing with the kids keeping up some great energy. Tractor rides and an amazing kids play area were all bonuses as well. If you've got kids with energy deficiency a nice place to visit.

Wonderful, informative and educational information about the workhouse history. Brilliantly presented information.Visit to the farm area just magic... 3 or 4 day old piglets with their huge mum, and, event of all events, we were at tge right place at the right time to see a calf born!!!!

The revamp is very impressive, with new visual/audio displays, spacious rooms with plenty of artifacts to view and lots of fascinating information about life in The Workhouse, all presented in a way that doesn't bore you quickly. The cafe was reasonable, but not a lot of choice. It was a lovely sunny day, so a walk around the grounds was pleasant. Everything seems well maintained too. We walked over to the farm but we were very disappointed not to see a single animal. There was a tractor ride but it created a lot of dust as it moved so we gave it a miss. Slightly expensive but we did enjoy our afternoon.

Extremely friendly and accommodating staff, farm area was well kept and lovely to walk around. The museums were fascinating and the food and drinks in the cafe were not only excellent value for money but all homemade and delicious

03.07.2023 Came with a school trip for Rwception year - Fairy tales. So much work went into this. Finding helping Cinderella clean, milk the cows, scrub some clothes, paint the walls. Look for some items in the shops and post office. Really entertaining. Would recommend.

It's fine. Lots of effort made by staff and management. Gets busy sometimes on open days as expected which isn't always ideal. Costs quite a lot to get in. Wasn't signposted at the car park when I got there. Given how huge and popular it is it is pretty well run.

Visited with a school party. Children were fascinated with everything that we could see in the time frame we were there really need to spend a whole day to see everything but would recommend a visit especially if interested in history I have been several times and find something new every time .

It was our second visit as we didn't see half of the museum with our grand children in tow.We bought the museum pass so that was no problem. It's a brilliant museum with very friendly staff who are a delight to chat to. The children's playground is the best I think I've ever been to and the farm on the other side of the road was great too. I highly recommend it as a family visit.

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A very nice heritage railway. I particularly liked how Dereham Station was presented and kept! Unfortunately only going as far as Thuxton on my visit due to an issue with a bridge further along the line, but still a very enjoyable ride.

Had an amazing time at The Polar Express. This is the 2nd year we have been and it is now a family tradition and we are all adults!!!!. Also spent a fortune in the shop. Highly recommend as it is truly amazing. Actors bring the story to life and make it so wonderful. Thank you Mid Norfolk Railway 🚂🚂🎅

Came here for afternoon high tea , disappointed that the steam engine was not running due to fire risk , but obviously you're still seated in the old style carriages , the service from all the staff that I encountered was of exceptional service , the food was good ( albeit in my opinion , not enough sandwiches , had a 3 tiered plate with all the food on for 4 adults , but it is only 34.50 per person with a train ride , so overall a fair price for what you get ) .The side of the platform you get the train from is clean and tidy , as were the gift shop and cafe seating area , but the opposite side is a bit of a mess ( but I guess you're there for the train experience , which was excellent 👍).Good size free carpark , wheelchair friendly premises 😃

Came here this being for The Polar Express Experience.Honestly was the most amazing experience ever! Was teleported right back into my childhood and felt like I was right in the film and off to see Santa at The North Pole.The cast were awesome and full of energy with their songs and dances, and the Hot Chocolate and cookie handed out were also really yummy.Had a quick mooch in the gift shop afterwards but decided against buying anything. Absolutely fantastic experience and I would recommend this to anyone who loves Christmas, and more importantly, The Polar Express!

Fabulous Experience!! This heritage railway is run almost entirely by volunteers; a wonderful group who are pleasant, knowledgeable and helpful. Make sure you leave enough time to browse the small but informative museum and sample the small but delicious menu at the station tea shop. The journey from Dereham to Wymondham is filled with treasures along the way and arriving at Wymondham is truly nostalgic. Experiencing the power of steam at such close quarters is an amazing experience and one not to be missed. Highly recommended.

If you like all things Railway, then you'll love the MNR. Obviously heritage railway trips are always a joy, and thankfully we do have a good few in the UK. However, our visit which was great, was made fantastic by the enthusiastic staff / volunteers, who were so friendly and helpful. Our 10 years old Grandson has an absolute passion for trains (all - not just heritage!), and his day was made by the chat about the workings of the signal box. If that made his day though, riding 'shotgun' with Victoria driving the (Pacer) train, and with David (the Guard) in the rear cab, made his year! We had a lovely day. If you do visit, I can recommend the cafe' there. The food (it's a light menu, but includes toasted club sandwiches, chips etc.), and not only are the prices very reasonable, the food is absolutely amazing, and sandwiches come with a large salad garnish, with crisps, and VERY thick bread with lots of filling. They also have a selection of bottled beers - well it would have been rude not to! If you're in our beautiful Norfolk, go visit!

Mid Norfolk Railway is not as commercial as North Norfolk Railway so you may not have heard of it but it is a gem. What you find is a volunteer run organisation which has a small number of steam and diesel engines - yes a little shabby around the edges but they are of an age. We went on this railway as a treat for my son's 4th birthday. He adored it. He loved the steam train, he loved the old fashioned carriages and the ticket collector! It was as costly as the NNR but it was a hour and half round trip! That's a lot more time on the train for your money! They have specials and events so do check their website out. Overall well worth it!! (Children under 5 are free)

My partner and I had our wedding at the Mid-Norfolk Railway in Dereham, and it was fantastic. Charlie and the team went above and beyond, and the day was magical. We set up on the Friday for a Saturday wedding, had our ceremony at the station and then afternoon tea on the steam train and photos at another station. After, we had our reception in the marquee at the venue, which we were able to decorate with bunting and fairy lights. I highly recommend them as a venue, the team of both employees and volunteers here are brilliant. Well worth your consideration as a venue.

I've been in Dereham for crane course and stayed in kings head hotel(very close to the station)i was walking through the Norwich road then saw the very old crane inside the station yard,was so excited and took a picture of her!she should be really Efficiency in her time and thought she has a great history!Unfortunately the station was closed to get inside and have look closer so i just read some history of station on board!obviously I MUST say I found east people's so nice and very warm,They always welcome you with open arms!Thank you East(Norfolk,Norwich,Durham,Airfield,shipdham)

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Railway Station, Station Rd, Dereham NR19 1DF, United Kingdom