Location: Wisbech
Top Things to do in Wisbech
Top 10 Things to do in Wisbech, United Kingdom (UK)
Wisbech (/ˈwɪzbiːtʃ/ WIZ-beech) is a market town, inland port and civil parish in the Fens of Cambridgeshire, England. It had a population of 31,573 in 2011. The town lies in the far north-east of the county, bordering Norfolk and only 5 miles (8 km) south of Lincolnshire. The tidal River Nene running through the town centre is spanned by two bridges. In 2011, Wisbech was the second largest town in Cambridgeshire, after Cambridge. Before the Local Government Act 1972 came into force in 1974 Wisbech was a municipal borough.
Restaurants in Wisbech
1. Fens Falconry
Overall Ratings
5 based on 86 reviews
Fens Falconry is a private (appointment only) falconry facility located in the Capital of the Fens, Wisbech. We run experience days, school visits and private functions as well as Flying Demonstrations at events.
Reviewed By Claire C - Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
I took my parents as a surprise day out, even the nasty weather didn't spoil it! We arrived early but there was tea, coffee, squash and biscuits available and comfy sofas. We started at 11am with a tour of the place and information on every bird there- the staff are all so passionate and know so much about the birds. It's clear they are well cared for, and this is due to them not having to be open to the public and constantly showing birds off. We then did some handling with the birds and saw some flying. Then was lunchtime- rolls, cheese, salad and crisps- lovely spread. Then onto more flying and feeding the birds.
We had a fantastic day and would recommend to anyone looking for a day out, to learn lots and get some great pictures.
2. Peckover House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 295 reviews
A National Trust Property - house, grounds containing a Stables restaurant etc.
Reviewed By Alison23lufbra - Loughborough, United Kingdom
Nice house in Georgian town.. lovely surroundings with pleasant garden, good cafe and secondhand books. We had a tour guide who did talk way too long before we moved out of the first room-way too much detail but otherwise fine!
3. Wisbech & Fenland Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By ALS1387 - Spalding, United Kingdom
Dropped in the Wisbech and Fenland Museum today on our trip to Wisbech - saw the board outside and decided to have a look round. Free admission but a £2 donation is suggested. Plenty to see - a wide range of items in cabinets. So much information to take in too! We didn't spend a long time inside as we had other things to do but we could have easily spent a good hour or two there. The staff were welcoming and friendly. There were local books for sale in the shop and plenty of leaflets about places to see and things to do in the Fenlands. This Museum is well worth a visit!
4. Elgood's Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By nickcambridge - Cambridge
Along the Nene a large well looked after garden with some stunning mature trees. The maze is fun too. The brewery beer shop is good value for take away mementos.
5. Fenland and West Norfolk Aviation Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Open Weekends and Bank Holidays 9.30 -17:00, Good Friday to the end of September.
Reviewed By Rob P - Queensland, Australia
This really is a fantastic little museum, with some fascinating exhibits.
The Museum started as a historic aviation society researching crash remains from the numerous aircraft that met their end in the eastern part of England. The artefacts that they have recovered, combined with the personal stories of the crews that flew each aircraft, are extremely well presented and thought provoking. In addition, they have a small collection of aircraft, including a Lightning, Jet Provost, Vampire and most of a Shackleton, plus a Jet Provost and B747 cockpit trainers.
The staff are all volunteers, and do a great job. On the few times we have visited, they have gone out of their way to show my aviation mad 8 year old every exhibit in detail, and allowed him to sit in aircraft and even assist with some jobs around the place! He just loves being there, and has even joined as a member.
Even if you aren't an aviation enthusiast, the stories that accompany each aircraft wreck are moving and thought provoking, and you can't help but appreciate the sacrifice these people made.
Take a couple of hours out of your time and visit this place. You won't regret it!
6. St Peter & St Paul, Wisbech
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By 2014Jandy - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Visited Wisbech in March and found this lovely historic church set in its own Gardens close to the shops & Museum. Lovely building that you can walk round and definitely worth a look inside if you get the chance. There is parking just the other side of the walled garden.
7. Wisbech Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Fenlandier - Cambridgeshire
This library is good for local information as it holds local records of use to anyone researching the locality and genealogists.
It is much used by local authors researching books on local history.
Many books feature adverts and news articles from the local newspaper microfiche records held upstairs.
The staff are very helpful and the museum provides copying equipment and internet access.
8. Clarkson Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 2014Jandy - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Visited Wisbech and walked over the bridge towards the shopping area. The Clarkson Memorial is at the end of the bridge on its own little island amid the traffic and very grand. Definitely worth taking time to have a look at as often it is easy just to walk by and not really spend the time to look at its history.
9. Angles Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
The Angles Theatre in Alexandra Road, is a lively and vibrant Arts Centre housed in a Georgian building with a theatrical tradition stretching back over 200 years. Built in 1793, it remained in use as a theatre for just over 50 years, since when it has had a chequered career as a school, a tent maker's and the Town Library. Live theatre was reintroduced about 20 years ago and its intimate 112 seat auditorium brings to Wisbech, some of the best professional talent in the country, from musicians and poets to dance, mime, comedy and Theatre Companies.
Reviewed By Nick T - Wisbech, United Kingdom
I have been to many shows at the Angles and enjoyed them all. The theatre is small and compact but all seats are close to the stage and have great views. Every show i have seen has been fantastic, the local players and youngsters put everything into each show and realy enjoy it. I have been to bigger theatres and seen shows with named actors that have not been as good as the shows i have seen here. It really is a local community theatre at its best. I would recommend going to see a show.
10. Play2Day
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Dell C
went ten pin bowling with some freinds and have to say what a great place this is ,very clean, excellent lanes and the staff are very attentive ,nothing is too much trouble highly recommended
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