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Tel code: 01223 | code search
Postcode: CB8 | code search
Population: 650
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Great Abington is a village twinned with Little Abington, resting on the south bank of the River Granta in Southern Cambridgeshire. With links back to the Bronze Age although the 854 villagers have a choice of two churches today that are separated by Abington Park, the church of St Mary’s in Great Abington dates back centuries and has fine examples of gem coloured stained glass, and is a rewarding interlude. Or perhaps the fine arched roof at 14th Century Duxford Chapel should also be on the list. A visit to nearby Chilford Hall Vineyard explains the intricacies of wine making, whether you tour around the Vineyard Trail that journeys through different vines with dramatic scenery, or stay inside and watch the bottling, or better still why not taste the wine on offer, complete with shop and café makes for an entertaining time, perhaps the wonders of the Animal Kingdom will tempt, Linton Zoo occupies 18 acres where Tigers, Giant Tortoises, Owls and many more live, why not become a Keeper for the day, all is possible here. The Imperial War Museum at Duxford has planes that fly often, with Spitfires and Bi Planes and 180 aircraft to discover, with photographs and many more exhibits proudly displayed tells a poignant story.

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St Marys, Great Abington

Pub and Bar

Three Tuns

School

Great Abington Primary School
Little Hands Nursery School

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Abington Hair Studio
B Beautiful

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Holiday Inn Express M11 J10 (3.16 miles)

Holiday Inn Express M11 J10

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The Holiday Inn Express Cambridge Duxford hotel aims to be the premier choice for guests searching Cambridge hotels. The stylish Holiday Inn Express Cambridge Duxford offers 73 inviting guestrooms complete ... More

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The Black Bull Inn (3.64 miles)

The Black Bull Inn
Classic 16th Century Grade II listed thatched black and white Freehouse at the heart of a pretty village.
This gem has just been taken over by the owners of the award-winning Red Lion Hinxton and has ... More | visit website
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Duxford Lodge (3.83 miles)

Duxford Lodge

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Duxford Lodge Hotel, built in the early part of the 1900s as a private house still retains some of its grandeur. All fifteen bedrooms are individually decorated to a high ... More

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The White Hart Inn (4.33 miles)

The White Hart Inn
The White Hart is extremely well presented and enjoys a prominent location in the village, with easy access to and from Cambridge and it's surrounding areas. Easily reached from the A11, Newmarket and Duxford are ... More | visit website
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High Green Lodge (4.91 miles)

High Green Lodge
Charming self contained chalet. Accommodation offers living area with flat screen TV and free view/DVD. Fridge containing self service continental breakfast. Ample tea and coffee facilities. Plates, cutlery and wine glasses for those wanting a ... More | visit website
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The Old Red Lion Inn (4.97 miles)

The Old Red Lion Inn
The Old Red Lion Inn is located in a small village called Horseheath with prime location just off the A1307. We have 12 letting rooms set aside from the main building which was an old ... More | visit website
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The Old Red Lion Inn (5.01 miles)

The Old Red Lion Inn
There are 12 comfortably furnished, en-suite bedrooms, including ground floor rooms some with disabled facilities. They are all situated in attractive buildings around the main building and restaurant, allowing for a more tranquil stay. We ... More | visit website
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Old Red Lion (5.01 miles)

Old Red Lion

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The Old Red Lion hotel dates back to its 18th Century days and was originally an old farm house. The lodges offer comfortable accommodation in a charming setting. There are 12 comfortably ... More

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Dorset House (5.46 miles)

Dorset House

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Set in its own private grounds, this beautiful house is ideally situated in the peaceful village of Little Shelford, just 4 miles away from the historic university city of Cambridge. Awarded 4 ... More

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Keskin (5.56 miles)

Keskin

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Self Catering Property offering rooms or appartment rental. Close to all local amenities and Addenbrookes hospital. Local bus routes. Ten minutes to city centre. Five minutes from Train Station The ... More

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