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Cambridgeshire

Discover distinctive fenland landscapes, grand houses, lush farmland and a myriad of waterways, cycle paths and wildlife. There's plenty of choice in Cambridgeshire, if you live in or are visiting East Anglia.

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Top places to visit in Cambridgeshire

Visitors walking in the grounds in autumn at Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire
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Wimpole Estate 

Today Wimpole is still a working estate, guided by the seasons, with an impressive mansion, parkland, gardens and Home Farm to explore.

Royston, Cambridgeshire

Fully open today
A guide shows visitors a painting of Lord Fairhaven, Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire
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Anglesey Abbey 

A passion for tradition and impressing guests, inspired one man to transform a run-down country house and desolate landscape into the masterpiece you see today.

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Fully open today
Sunrise with a cloudy sky behind the wind pump, a conical wooden building with four wooden sails, at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire. In the foreground are reeds and trees
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Wicken Fen 

The National Trust's oldest nature reserve, England's most famous fen and one of Europe’s most important wetlands supporting over 9000 species

Ely, Cambridgeshire

Partially open today
A view of Houghton Mill across the river in winter, Cambridgeshire
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Houghton Mill 

Book onto a tour to follow the amazing survival story of this 18th century watermill, which still continues the tradition of milling onsite.

near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Partially open today
View of the gardens and rear of Peckover house on a frosty day.
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Peckover House and Garden 

Peckover is a hidden oasis in the heart of Wisbech. Book a tour to step inside the Georgian townhouse or wander around the two acre Walled Garden.

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Closed now

Plan your Christmas in Cambridgeshire

bursts of yellow lights against dark background
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Winter Lights at Anglesey Abbey 

Winter Lights 2023 takes place 17 – 19 November, 24 – 26 November, 1 – 3 December, 8 – 10 December at Anglesey Abbey and is set to be more spectacular than ever before, featuring new art installations, illuminated snowdrops, animal lanterns, projections on the house and mill, and beautiful bespoke artwork.

Wimpole Christmas Lights
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Christmas at Wimpole 

Be dazzled by the new Illuminations trail, and enjoy choirs singing, decorations galore, and lots of festive food and drink.

The Oak Room at Christmas with decorations and gifts under Christmas tree at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire
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Christmas at Anglesey Abbey 

Come and experience an enchanting new Christmas at Anglesey Abbey inspired by the Magic of Books. The House will be richly decorated for all to enjoy and this year we have something particularly special planned.

A family on the Winter Woodland Walk at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
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Christmas at Wicken Fen 

There is plenty to see and do at Wicken Fen in the lead up to Christmas 2023. Father and Mother Christmas will be back in Fen Cottage, try out our new festive trail and the Docky Hut Café will be open and offering festive hot drinks and a tasty yuletide treat after your adventures.

Dog-friendly places

An image of a small black and tan dog on a lead next to its owner who is wearing a pair of navy blue wellies with small dogs printed on them
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Visiting Wimpole Estate with your dog 

Why not bring your dog for a walk around Wimpole’s parkland? We just ask you take care around livestock. Then rest awhile on the terrace of the Old Rectory Restaurant.

Dog walkers at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve in Cambridgeshire
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Visiting Wicken Fen with your dog 

Dogs are welcome on the wider nature reserve at Wicken Fen. Where there are miles of paths to explore around Baker's, Adventurers' and Burwell Fens and beyond.

A dog enjoying a winter walk in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall
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Visiting Houghton Mill with your dog 

Houghton Mill makes for a great starting point for dog-friendly walks that cross water meadows, the Ouse Valley and onto the market town of St Ives and Hemingfords villages.

near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Partially open today

Latest news and projects

A flock of birds flying above a wetland with long reeds and pools of water on a sunny day
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Turning on the tap at Wicken Fen 

This month, rangers at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve (NNR) will turn on taps across the site to allow water to flow from the lodes on higher ground to the lower laying fens, creating standing pools of water and a winter wetland for wildlife, as well as sequestering carbon. 

The north front of Wimpole Hall, Cambridgeshire and the Parterre, with the sun casting shadows
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Wimpole's parterre set to be redesigned 

We have appointed an award-winning design team to help us redesign Wimpole's historic parterre, to help us ensure it's sustainable and more resilient to the changing climate.

Damsons members sat around table talking and laughing
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Damsons transforms my life … I don’t feel on my own anymore 

Since opening in July 2022, Damsons, a community group for people living with dementia and their loved ones, at Peckover House and Garden, has transformed the lives of its members.

The newly born foal stands close to its mother,
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Permission to foal around: New arrival set to help graze one of Europe’s most important wetlands 

The first foal of the year has joined the iconic Konik herd at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, which helps to maintain one of Europe's most important wetlands.

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Wicken Fen Vision 

Learn how we’re planning to care for Wicken Fen Nature Reserve with an ambitious vision to create and preserve a diverse landscape for people and for the wildlife that lives here.

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Damsons at Peckover House 

As part of the MONUMENT Project, in 2022, work began at Peckover to transform the Reed Barn into a safe place where people living with dementia, their families and loved ones, could share experiences, gain new skills and take a break from caring responsibilities. Find out more.

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Footprints project at Wicken Fen 

Discover how we’re connecting the communities near Wicken Fen with nature and heritage as part of the Footprints project, thanks to a National Lottery Heritage Fund grant.

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Green Recovery Project at Wimpole 

Discover how Wimpole is using the Green Recovery Fund to help create and restore habitats, support solutions to tackle climate change and connect people with nature.

Get involved

Conservation volunteer looking at the collection at Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire

Volunteering in Cambridgeshire 

Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a cause you care about – just three great reasons to volunteer with us in Cambridgeshire.

Garden volunteers helping to weed the Walled Garden at Wimpole, Cambridgeshire
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Supporter groups in Cambridgeshire 

The Cambridge National Trust Volunteers group come together to help support their local properties. Find out more about what they do and how to join.

Places to stay

The exterior of Coach House Loft and Peckover Stable Lodge, Cambridgeshire

Coach House Loft 

A converted coach house surrounded by parkland, with a key to Peckover's Garden.

The brick exterior of Wainman House, nr Peckover House, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Wainman House 

A gorgeous Georgian house with stylish interiors and a private terraced garden in the small town of Wisbech.

View of Waterclose Meadow campsite, Houghton Mill
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Waterclose Meadows camping 

An idyllic campsite situated in a peaceful location with beautiful views over the Ouse Valley, Waterclose Meadows welcomes caravans, tents, motorhomes and has pods for hire.

Sustainable travel

Burwell Lode footbridge at sunset with bikes and visitors in shot, at Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
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Sustainable travel in Cambridgeshire 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Cambridgeshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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Christmas at Anglesey Abbey: House Entry ( 1 December - 23 December) 

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

For entry to the House between 1 December - 23 December, please pre-book your timed ticket here.

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7 Dec to 23 Dec 2023
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11:00 to 11:15
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A Sensational Christmas... at Home Farm 

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

New for 2023, Christmas comes to Home Farm.

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7 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024
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11:00 to 14:30
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The Magic of Books 

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Get up close to a selection of beautiful and unusual books from the collection.

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7 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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11:00 to 15:00
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A Sensational Christmas... in the House 

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Join us in delighting your senses at Wimpole this Christmas in the hall

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7 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024
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11:00 to 15:30
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Christmas Illuminations trail 

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

Wimpole's Christmas lights return for their 3rd year.

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7 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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16:30 to 21:00
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Wicken Wellbeing Walk 

Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire

Join us for a relaxed walk at Wicken Fen as part of our community engagement project: Footprints. This is a regular walk, taking place weekly on Fridays.

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8 Dec to 22 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 11:00
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Winter Lights 2023 

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Nature by night, Nature by light. Our biggest annual fundraiser is an enchanting, magical celebration of the natural world.

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8 Dec to 10 Dec 2023
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16:45 to 17:00
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Park Run 

Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

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9 Dec 2023 to 17 Feb 2024
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09:00 to 11:00
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Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.