With its StoryBook Spires, Wide Open Green Spaces and Peaceful Riverside Walks, Cambridge is a Dream Weekend Away for Family. Just under an hour by train from London and Easily Accessible from Most of the UK this historic University City City Centuries of Heritage with Modern Charm – And It’s Surprisingly Wonderful for Family of All Ages.
Where to stay
Located Right on Regent Street, University Arms is Quite Simply at the Heart of Everything. Step Out of the Front Door and Within Minutes You’s Wandering Through the Cobbled Streets of Cambridge, Marvelling at Its Majestic College Buildings, Or Joining A Punting Tour Along The River Cam With Scudamore’s – An absolute must.
Originally Opened in 1834 and Reimagined in Recent Years, University Arms Combines Heritage with Modern Flair. Rooms Start from £ 204 A Night B & B and Feel Like A Serene Escape after a Day of Exploring. Think Plush Bedding, Soft Cambridge-Blue Walls and Vintage-Style Writing Desks-A Subtle Nod to the City’s Literary Past.
The Hotel’s Relaxed But Impeccable Service is What Really Stands Out. The Staff Are Genuinely Friendly, Always On Hand With Tips About Where To Explore Next – Whether that Borrowing A Complimentary Bike to Pedal Around The Botanic Garden Or Guiding You To The Best College Courtyards.
So it’s a Brilliant Choice for Families. The atmosphere is warm, welcome and Wonderfully Unstuffy. Kids Will Love the Nearby Museum of Zoology – A Treasure Trove of Natural Wonders, Perfect After A Walking Tour With Cantab Tours, which for Us Started Conveniently From The Hotel Itself.
Dining at University Arms is a treat in Itself. Parkers Tavern, The Hotel’s Brasserie-Style Restaurant, is a love letter to British Comfort Food-Elevated, of Course, by the Kitchen’s Creative Flair. Breakfast is impressive with Locally Sourced Produced – We Had Perfect Eggs, Smoked Salmon, An Assortment of Pastries Setting You Up for the Day Ahead. Dinner here is a stylish yet relaxed affair, perfect after a day of sightseeing. Expect Hearty Plates Like Fish of the Day, Seasonal Pies and Their Famous Ice Cream Sundaes which the kids love!
42-52 Regent Street, Cambridge Universityarms.com (Rooms from £ 204 via night including breakfast)
Where to eat
The Pint Shop is one of cambridge’s best-Loved Gems. Tucked Just Behind the Market Square, This Lively Gastropub is all about Bold British Flavors and a Craft Beer List That’s Hard to Beat. Expect Hearty Classics Done Well – Think Scotch Eggs, Flat Iron Chicken, Or a Juicy Burger.
The Pint Shop, 10 Peas Hill, Cambridge www.pintshop.co.uk/locations/cambridge
Enjoy lunch with a Jordanian Twist at Little Petra, A Family Run Restaurant Serving Fresh, Vibrant Jordanian Dishes. The falafel is a must, Alongside Creamy Hummus, Tabbouleh, and Warm Flatbreads Straight from the Kitchen. Very generous portion of size mean we took takeaway!
Little Petra, 60 Hills Road, Cambridge www.littlepetra.co.uk
While out and about in the city do stop off for: fitzbillies for sticky chelsea buns; Jack’s Gelato for Adventurous Artisan Ice Cream; Aromi —sicilian-style bakes and pizza slices and maison du clement for yummy delicate French pastries.
What to do
Start the day with a walking tour from local expert Cantab Tours. With Stories of Ancient Colleges, Famous Alumni and Secret Corners, This guided route sets the scene beaetifully. Our tour Started at the University Arms Hotel and Finished at the Museum of Zoology – Just in Time for Our Next Adventure. www.cantattours.com
From Giant Whales Suspended from the Ceiling to Fascinating Specimens Collected by Charles Darwin, The Museum of Zoology is a treasure Trove for Curious Minds. It is free to Enter and Packed with Interactive Exhibits for Children and Adults Alike.
David Attenborough Building, Downing Place www.museum.zoo.cam.ac.uk
Slow Things Down with an Afternoon Exploring the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. With more than 8,000 plans Species, Beautiful Glasshouses and Peaceful Lawns, This is the Perfect Place for a Wander – Or a Relaxed Picnic IF the Weather’s child.
1 Brookside, Cambridge www.botanic.cam.ac.uk
No Visit to Cambridge is Complete Without a Punt Along The River Cam. A private tour with scudamore’s offer the chance to drift past some of the city’s Most Iconic Sights – The Bridge of Sighs, The Wren Library and the Stunning Riverside Colleges – All From The Comfort Of Your Boat.
Mill Lane, Cambridge www.scudamores.com
Whether you’re Visiting with family, exploring solo, or on a romantic break, cambridge delivers a weekend of comfort, culture and exceptional Hospitality in one of the UK’s Most Enchanting Cities.
For more information VISIT: https://www.visitcambridge.org/