STAYCATIONS
Local Attractions SEEK OUT FUN, THRILLS AND ADVENTURE AT THESE FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOTSPOTS Take on a colossal floating obstacle course at Southlake Aqua Park in St Neots. Challenge friends and family as you tackle buoyant boulders and watery hazards along the way – see who makes the first splash! southlakeaquapark.com ADVENTURE ISLAND For a blast of adrenaline, head to SOUTHLAKE AQUA PARK Adventure Island in Southend – you’ll find exhilarating roller coasters and heart-racing rides, alongside gentler attractions for the little ones. Plus, discover an arcade, soft play centre and the UK’s first ever ‘Zooquarium’! adventureisland.co.uk WICKSTEED PARK Founded in 1921, this Grade II listed park and garden is a charming destination for a family day out. From Wicksteed Park Railway to the world’s oldest water chute – plus crazy golf, lake boats and even a farmyard – there’s plenty to do! wicksteedpark.org BEWILDERWOOD NORFOLK Venture into the wilderness and uncover a hidden world of tree houses, storytelling, marsh walks and more. This family-orientated adventure park offers hours of fun, with mazes and tunnels to explore, slippery slopes to soar down and endless woodland to discover. norfolk.bewilderwood.co.uk
VILLA OPULENCE
BOTANIC BOLTHOLE AN URBAN OASIS
GOING, GOING GONVILLE
Situated in an optimum location between the train station and Parker’s Piece, the Gonville Hotel is a tranquil spot to return to after a day of sightseeing! In the Atrium Bar, you’ll find an array of locally produced gins waiting to be savoured, while enjoying some live jazz on Friday and Saturday evenings. The Terrace Restaurant offers exceptional seasonal dishes, made with locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a host of special experiences, from a soothing treatment in Gresham House, to a tour of Cambridge in
Family-friendly and just a stone’s throw from the Botanic Garden, Clayton Hotel is another popular destination for a minibreak in Cambridge. Elegant, spacious rooms decorated in Cambridge Blue tones provide a calm haven for the duration of your stay, with the popular Tamburlaine Restaurant and Bar just downstairs to keep you fed and watered. Less than a minute from the train station, you’re also well placed for day trips to the coast and surrounding areas! Head to bookings.claytonhotelcambridge.com to check out special offers, such as the Botanic Garden Discovery package.
the Gonville Bentley. gonvillehotel.co.uk
EDWARDIAN CHIC Arm in Arms
Freshly redesigned by architect John Simpson and interior designer Martin Brudnizki in 2018, University Arms has been touted as one of the most stylish hotels in the city. Boasting classic Edwardian interiors, elegant leather furnishings, tiered chandeliers and playful pops of colour, it’s a cosy, yet vibrant hub for your holiday in Cambridge. For deep relaxation, book yourself in for some pampering at the hotel’s luxurious aromatherapy treatment rooms. You can even opt for the spa and afternoon tea package, which treats you to a soothing 60-minute treatment, followed by afternoon tea at Parker’s Tavern – featuring a selection of sweet and savoury delights created by much-lauded chef Tristan Welch.
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