Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire is the ideal destination for a fantastic holiday, whether it is for a romantic getaway, a city escape or a family vacation. There is so much on offer to please everyone's tastes, with a rich history, great shopping and gorgeous surroundings. Try visiting one of the fantastic natural attractions or just enjoy the shopping, but either way, Huntingdon has something for you.
Huntingdon is perhaps most famous due to it being the location where Oliver Cromwell was born. This is commemorated with the Cromwell Museum, now set in the town's old Grammar School that was the backdrop to both Cromwell and Samuel Pepys' education. The Cromwell Museum was created in order to interpret the life of Cromwell and his enduring legacy through the use of portraits, documents and other objects associated with him and is a fabulous insight into the life of "God's Englishman", one of the most controversial figures in British history.
Another fantastic attraction Huntingdon offers the visitor is Brampton Wood, the second largest ancient woodland in Cambridgeshire. Records of Brampton Wood can be found in the Doomsday Book and the wood itself is estimated to be around 900 years old. The gorgeous woodland provides you with a beautiful surrounding to enjoy tranquil strolls or some active activities, such as running, cycling or walking the dog! It is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic and take some pictures of your amazing holiday. Also in the nearby Huntingdonshire Wolds you will find Hamerton Zoological Park, a conservation sanctuary set amongst the rolling open countryside of Cambridgeshire. With 15 acres of parkland housing the amazing array of animals, including Tigers, Donkeys and Turtles, Hamerton Zoo Par is the ideal location for a family day out sight seeing.
Huntingdon also offers amazing facilities for eating out, with a great selection and variety of food outlets including cafes, restaurants and pubs and the night life is amazing, with some great culture shows and a vibrant pub scene. The shopping choices are amazing, with well-recognised brands set amongst independent, unique retailers. You're sure to have a great time at Huntingdon and can choose from a variety of different accommodation to suit your own individual needs.
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