Claire & Lee's Guidebook
Pubs & Restaurants
Therfield - 20 minute drive. You can choose to dine simply or take the menu up a notch as there are options for all comers. The food here is imaginative and will definitely tempt you to try new tastes/combinations. Desserts are delicious
The Fox & Duck
The GreenTherfield - 20 minute drive. You can choose to dine simply or take the menu up a notch as there are options for all comers. The food here is imaginative and will definitely tempt you to try new tastes/combinations. Desserts are delicious
Great Chrishall -a swift 15-20 minute walk from the house. Good local pub, lovely outside space and good UK pub grub. Often special offers and live music nights. Doesn’t do food in a Monday night. Tuesdays are normally fish & chip night
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The Red Cow
11 High StGreat Chrishall -a swift 15-20 minute walk from the house. Good local pub, lovely outside space and good UK pub grub. Often special offers and live music nights. Doesn’t do food in a Monday night. Tuesdays are normally fish & chip night
Cambridge - This is a drive to the far side of Cambridge - allow 30 minutes or so. Part of a small chain who also run Millworks, Smokeworks & the Chop House in Cambridge. This is in a small village, cosy interior, often a focus on game when in season and thoughtful menus. Bit of a treat
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The Crown & Punchbowl
High StreetCambridge - This is a drive to the far side of Cambridge - allow 30 minutes or so. Part of a small chain who also run Millworks, Smokeworks & the Chop House in Cambridge. This is in a small village, cosy interior, often a focus on game when in season and thoughtful menus. Bit of a treat
Bourne - 30 minute drive. Quirky cute village pub - must book. Really lovely interiors, imaginative drinks menu and always something new on the menu. Has a roaring fire in the winter - feels intimate. Great date night pub. About a 30 minute drive
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The Willow Tree
29 High StBourne - 30 minute drive. Quirky cute village pub - must book. Really lovely interiors, imaginative drinks menu and always something new on the menu. Has a roaring fire in the winter - feels intimate. Great date night pub. About a 30 minute drive
Heydon edge of village - One of our guests went here recently as it has changed hands. Now a Greene King pub but they said it was very lively. Great spot for a pint and in the better weather they have a huge beer garden to the rear. A 15 minute walk from the house
The Pheasant
24 Heydon RdHeydon edge of village - One of our guests went here recently as it has changed hands. Now a Greene King pub but they said it was very lively. Great spot for a pint and in the better weather they have a huge beer garden to the rear. A 15 minute walk from the house
Cambridge - Good pub grub, always busy, lots of seating. The haunt of Crick & Watson whilst working on their discovery of DNA 🧬
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Eagle
Bene't StreetCambridge - Good pub grub, always busy, lots of seating. The haunt of Crick & Watson whilst working on their discovery of DNA 🧬
Cambridge - Fantastic range of craft beers - drop into the front bar for a pint and bar snack. Or - Go the whole hog and stay for a meal - imaginative menu done well
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Pint Shop
10 Peas HillCambridge - Fantastic range of craft beers - drop into the front bar for a pint and bar snack. Or - Go the whole hog and stay for a meal - imaginative menu done well
Food scene
Whittlesford - 10-15 min drive. If you like a farm shop come local ingredients with the lure of food being cooked over an open fire, then this place is for you. Cute quadrangle in the middle for outdoor eating and plenty of space in the restaurant. Booking is a must
Provenance Brix + Mortar
Hill Farm RoadWhittlesford - 10-15 min drive. If you like a farm shop come local ingredients with the lure of food being cooked over an open fire, then this place is for you. Cute quadrangle in the middle for outdoor eating and plenty of space in the restaurant. Booking is a must
Cambridge - The best gelato by far in Cambridge. Although there are some other good options. Imaginative flavours - burnt treacle & salt/dark chocolate sorbet/caramelised banana. Not to be missed!!!
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Jack's Gelato
6 Bene't StCambridge - The best gelato by far in Cambridge. Although there are some other good options. Imaginative flavours - burnt treacle & salt/dark chocolate sorbet/caramelised banana. Not to be missed!!!
Saffron Walden - This is our favourite place for ice-cream. Saffron Walden is a great village to spend some time wandering around. But that is made even better by the presence of Hill Street. Amazing hot chocolate, fab coffee and hand made chocs. Not a lot of room to sit but treat yourself and pop in
Hill St.
7 Hill StSaffron Walden - This is our favourite place for ice-cream. Saffron Walden is a great village to spend some time wandering around. But that is made even better by the presence of Hill Street. Amazing hot chocolate, fab coffee and hand made chocs. Not a lot of room to sit but treat yourself and pop in
Saffron Walden - If you’re a keen cyclist this is a haunt of all things cycling. Great stop off point for coffee and refuelling. But even if you don’t get around on two wheels it is a good venue for breakfast and a spot of people watching
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Bicicletta - Coffee con Velo
Saffron Walden - If you’re a keen cyclist this is a haunt of all things cycling. Great stop off point for coffee and refuelling. But even if you don’t get around on two wheels it is a good venue for breakfast and a spot of people watching
Saffron Walden - One of the best places for an afternoon tea, slice of cake or fab sandwiches and quiche. They make great bread and use it to make their giant sandwiches. Always busy so you may have to hang around for a space. Worth waiting for
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Cafe Coucou
17 George StSaffron Walden - One of the best places for an afternoon tea, slice of cake or fab sandwiches and quiche. They make great bread and use it to make their giant sandwiches. Always busy so you may have to hang around for a space. Worth waiting for
Royston - Always busy - the Old Post Office building in Royston has been changed into a pizza place. If you want somewhere that’s fun, bright with good pizza worth a visit
Jolly Postie
2 Baldock StRoyston - Always busy - the Old Post Office building in Royston has been changed into a pizza place. If you want somewhere that’s fun, bright with good pizza worth a visit
Royston - New venue in Royston for all things steak or rotisserie meats. Very popular so must book
Flintshack Steakhouse
Royston - New venue in Royston for all things steak or rotisserie meats. Very popular so must book
Royston- From a swift pint to a perfect cocktail, weekend brunch, morning coffee or swanky evening meal - surroundings are cool & staff are attentive - somewhere special in the heart of Royston - unexpected but very welcome venue. Rooms are boutique and often used for weddings
Banyers House
16 Melbourn StRoyston- From a swift pint to a perfect cocktail, weekend brunch, morning coffee or swanky evening meal - surroundings are cool & staff are attentive - somewhere special in the heart of Royston - unexpected but very welcome venue. Rooms are boutique and often used for weddings
Cambridge - If you like Poutine or have never tried it head down to this very busy spot. The tables turn quickly so don’t be put off by a queue. Porchetta is a regular on the menu along with some sort of Beefy delight and daily specials - served in crisp ciabatta and a small range of decent bottled beers on the side
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Bread & Meat
4 Bene't StCambridge - If you like Poutine or have never tried it head down to this very busy spot. The tables turn quickly so don’t be put off by a queue. Porchetta is a regular on the menu along with some sort of Beefy delight and daily specials - served in crisp ciabatta and a small range of decent bottled beers on the side
Cambridge - Great view of Kings College, outdoor seating, and a quirky menu to boot. Good cocktails, great brunch. Note:- Steep climb to Loos for those who can’t manage narrow stairs
The Senate Bar & Bistro
Cambridge - Great view of Kings College, outdoor seating, and a quirky menu to boot. Good cocktails, great brunch. Note:- Steep climb to Loos for those who can’t manage narrow stairs
Sightseeing
Cambridge - The Corpus Clock is one of the most distinctive public monuments in Cambridge and has been admired by residents and tourists since its inauguration in 2008. It is an unusual device for the measurement of time being both hypnotically beautiful and deeply disturbing. It was invented, designed and given to Corpus Christi College by Dr John C Taylor OBE FREng (m1959), who worked with local engineering company Huxley Bertram in constructing the Clock.
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Corpus Clock
58 Trumpington StreetCambridge - The Corpus Clock is one of the most distinctive public monuments in Cambridge and has been admired by residents and tourists since its inauguration in 2008. It is an unusual device for the measurement of time being both hypnotically beautiful and deeply disturbing. It was invented, designed and given to Corpus Christi College by Dr John C Taylor OBE FREng (m1959), who worked with local engineering company Huxley Bertram in constructing the Clock.
Cambridge- Great walks through Cambridge and along the River Cam. Might have to dodge a cyclist or two.
Or if punting is a must, take a trip out into the river - and add in an afternoon tea or champagne to make it extra special
@Rutherfords Punting
River Cam
Cambridge- Great walks through Cambridge and along the River Cam. Might have to dodge a cyclist or two.
Or if punting is a must, take a trip out into the river - and add in an afternoon tea or champagne to make it extra special
@Rutherfords Punting
Cambridge - Landscaped open areas and gardens weaving behind many colleges on the River Cam, which are known for their daffodils and crocuses in the spring, and stunning views of the colleges across the river at any time of year.
You can book a walking tour to do the route, wander it yourself or see it from the river if you go punting
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The Backs
Queen's RoadCambridge - Landscaped open areas and gardens weaving behind many colleges on the River Cam, which are known for their daffodils and crocuses in the spring, and stunning views of the colleges across the river at any time of year.
You can book a walking tour to do the route, wander it yourself or see it from the river if you go punting
‘’Cambridge - From antiquity to the present day, the Fitzwilliam houses a world-renowned collection of over half a million beautiful works of art, masterpiece paintings and historical artefacts.’’
This is a free museum to visit and often has an additional exhibit to be seen
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Fitzwilliam safn
Trumpington Street‘’Cambridge - From antiquity to the present day, the Fitzwilliam houses a world-renowned collection of over half a million beautiful works of art, masterpiece paintings and historical artefacts.’’
This is a free museum to visit and often has an additional exhibit to be seen
Cambridge - The Scott Polar Research Institute, established in 1920 as part of the University of Cambridge, is a centre of excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic.
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The Polar Museum, Scott Polar Research Institute
Lensfield RoadCambridge - The Scott Polar Research Institute, established in 1920 as part of the University of Cambridge, is a centre of excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic.
Cambridge University Botanic Garden (CUBG) holds a collection of over 8,000 plant species from all over the world to facilitate teaching and research
Cafe on site when you need refreshments and in the summer Jack’s gelato used to send their ice-cream bike to the entrance for all those in need of delicious ice-cream
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Hills Road inngangurinn í Cambridge Botanic Garden
1 BrooksideCambridge University Botanic Garden (CUBG) holds a collection of over 8,000 plant species from all over the world to facilitate teaching and research
Cafe on site when you need refreshments and in the summer Jack’s gelato used to send their ice-cream bike to the entrance for all those in need of delicious ice-cream
Saffron Walden - Beautiful setting for this English Heritage property. Often the place to go in the summer to see live music. Grounds are sweeping and plenty to see as you wander. House is open to visitors and there is a miniature railway. Great spook fest at Halloween for the kids
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Audley End House og garðar
Audley End RoadSaffron Walden - Beautiful setting for this English Heritage property. Often the place to go in the summer to see live music. Grounds are sweeping and plenty to see as you wander. House is open to visitors and there is a miniature railway. Great spook fest at Halloween for the kids
Saffron Walden - Bridge End Garden was created around 1840 by Francis Gibson, a local Quaker businessman who also built the Fry Art Gallery. Francis’ daughter Elizabeth married Lewis Fry of Bristol and in 1918 the Fry family leased the Garden to the local council. It has been open to the public ever since with entrances off Castle Street, Bridge Street and by the Cricket Field.
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Bridge End Gardens
17-22 Castle StSaffron Walden - Bridge End Garden was created around 1840 by Francis Gibson, a local Quaker businessman who also built the Fry Art Gallery. Francis’ daughter Elizabeth married Lewis Fry of Bristol and in 1918 the Fry family leased the Garden to the local council. It has been open to the public ever since with entrances off Castle Street, Bridge Street and by the Cricket Field.