Location: Huntingdon
Top Things to do in Huntingdon
What to do and see in Huntingdon, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Huntingdon is a market town in Cambridgeshire, England. The town was chartered by King John in 1205. It is the traditional county town of Huntingdonshire and the seat of the Huntingdonshire district council. It is well known as the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell, who was born in 1599 and was the member of parliament (MP) for the town in the 17th century. The former Conservative prime minister John Major was the MP for the town from 1979 to 2001.
Restaurants in Huntingdon
1. The Manor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
This is a historic house and is different site altogether from Hemingford Grey House (a residential conference center).
Reviewed By vall110 - Stoke Ash, United Kingdom
Visited the house as part of a WI trip. Diana was very welcoming, even picking up 3 of our ladies who had mobility problems to take them to the house, as direct access by car or coach is not possible. She is a superb hostess, who told us of the history of this house, which is about 950 years old - older than the Magna Carta! An informative tour of the house and the chance to view some amazing quilts made by Lucy Boston, author of many children's books. The house has Norman, Tudor and Georgian features and we had the opportunity to sit and listen to the very 78 record that was played to RAF men during WW2 and in the same room. The gardens are beautiful and set right next to the beautiful Great Ouse. What a wonderful way to spend a few hours - highly recommended!
2. Winwick Barn Alpacas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Alpaca Experience & ALPACA WALKING. Family run working alpaca farm based near Huntingdon Cambs. Alpaca Adoption. Gift Vouchers & Gifts. Fleece Sales & Needle Felting Kits. Breeding & Selling quality Alpacas in a wide range of colours. Visitors by appointment only or pre booked Alpaca Experience & Walks. See our website & facebook page for more details.
3. Houghton Mill (National Trust)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By Dinkytoon - Swadlincote, United Kingdom
What a gem Houghton Mill is magical you can look round this working flour mill and the history is really great there is a shop to purchase goods and milled flour. Also the lovely tearoom sells fabulous homemade scones using the milled flour and they are delicious as are the homemade cakes and pastries. There is beautiful walks around the mill area which are displayed and easy to follow a great picnic area and car park
4. Hinchingbrooke Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By jodD4335HK
VERY popular with dog walkers. It has acreas of woodland walks and an open area for games. Several lakes used for canoeing or Fishing. jod
5. Johnsons Farm Old Hurst
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
A farm shop with a tea room located in a beautiful Cambridgeshire hamlet with an outdoor play area for young children and a farm walk.
Reviewed By susandX6808GD - Huntingdon, United Kingdom
I go here at least once a month to stock up on sausages and meats from their fantastic meat counter. The quality is always high no matter what cut I buy. While I am there I always seem to leave with a few extras from the deli counter and shop. After shopping it is time for a coffee and something lovely in the cafe, my husband’s favourite is the sausage roll, and I love the cakes. We also go to the steakhouse for lunch and some special occasion dinners as my grandchildren love being able to run around in the play area after the meal. The reptile house and woodland walks with rabbits running free and deer in the field just make for a truly lovely place. You do need to book in advance for the steakhouse as it is very popular if you want to book for things like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day etc. Also the place is shut on a Monday even if it is a bank holiday.
