Local Information
at The Lensfield Hotel
Cambridge is where the charm and elegance of university combines with hi-tech industry and commerce. The meeting of Town and Gown serve to provide the city with a unique culture, charm and atmosphere.
The Lensfield Hotel
The Lensfield Hotel has become a relaxing, well-appointed sanctuary for business travellers, visitors from overseas and many college undergraduates and their parents. The building dates back to around 1850 and is centrally situated a few hundred yards from the university, leisure and shopping amenities. The owners take pride in giving friendly and efficient service to all guests – and are always available to provide local information.
Cambridge
During many years of hosting visitors to Cambridge, we have found that there are recurring areas of common interest in Cambridge. For those residents with the time to enjoy the attractions of the city, there are fine college buildings and architecture, museums, university Botanic Gardens and the river.
As well as offering a whole range of activities in and around the city, there are also superb National Trust houses and gardens at Wimpole Hall and Anglesey Abbey both within 20 minutes drive from the Lensfield Hotel. Europe’s Premier Aviation Museum and Heritage Complex, the Imperial War Museum at Duxford where historic and flying displays can be enjoyed is a short drive away.
Easy access to the M11 and M25 motorways, and the mainline railways station mean that guests are ideally placed for business or pleasure.
Some Of Our Favourite Places
Explore Cambridge
The Orchard Tea Gardens
Situated in the village of Granchester. A Delightful Orchard where traditional English Teas are taken. Open all year round except from Xmas and Boxing Day
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Chilford Hall
The Chilford Hall vineyard is set amongst 40 acres of the glorious south Cambridgeshire countryside. The Vineyard is the largest in the area.
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Duxford Areodrome
With over 180 aircraft and approximately 7 acres of indoor exhibitions, Duxford can be enjoyed whatever the weather.
READ MORESuggested Websites
During many years of hosting visitors to Cambridge at The Lensfield Hotel, we have found that there are recurring areas of common interest in Cambridge. Here are some of our suggested and recommended links.
What’s on – University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge provides information about the city of Cambridge and the local area to include: airports, bus services, car hire and breakdown services, park and ride, taxis, trains, art galleries, book shops, theatres, cinemas and language schools.
http://www.cam.ac.uk/about-the-university/visiting-the-university
What’s on – Cambridge University’s Museums
For a complete list of information on Cambridge University’s Museums and gardens
http://www.cam.ac.uk/museums-and-collections
For Information on Trains
http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/service/planjourney/search
For a comprehensive timetable of trains between Cambridge and London as well as general information. Telephone Traveline: 0871 200 22 33
One Rail Enquiries
For a comprehensive timetable of trains between Cambridge and London as well as general information. Telephone National Rail: 08457 48 49 50 or One Rail Enquiries: 08700 409 090
http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
For Information and Timetable of Coaches
For a comprehensive timetable of coaches between Cambridge and London as well as general information of all services provided. Telephone National Express: 08705808080 please note that the general conditions of travel apply and tickets for any journey may be purchased from the driver on the coach on the day.
https://www.nationalexpress.com/en
Information on Cambridge Coach Services
Jetlink Cambridge Coach Service is apart of National Express and operates daily services between Cambridge and a variety of destinations. The 787 return service, operates for Cambridge via Luton, Heathrow & Gatwick Airports. The 797 return service, operates for Cambridge via Stansted, Heathrow & Gatwick Airports.
Cambridge Evening News
For up to date news supplied by Cambridge Evening News visit.
http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/
Budget Car Rental Stansted
Low cost car rental from Stansted Airport.
http://www.budget.co.uk/budget-UK/en_GB/rental-locations/stansted-airport.html
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