Reasons to visit Cambridge Bar Hill
Reasons to Visit Cambridge & Stay at the Cambridge Bar Hill
Cambridge is a beautiful city filled with history and culture.
Surrounded by green spaces and home to the University of Cambridge’s world-famous colleges.
There is something for everyone when it comes to entertainment.
Newmarket Races
(18 miles from the hotel)
Often referred to as the 'Home of British Horse Racing'. Newmarket's races feature some of the most elite in the sport.
A day at the races is an unforgettable blend of sport, tradition and pageantry. Alternatively the 'Newmarket Nights' series of events
allows you to enjoy a unique evening of racing and live music in an incredible and beautiful setting,
Imperial War Museum at Duxford
(14 miles from the hotel)
Explore an entire range of aircrafts, including planes used throughout the Second World War.
You can even see Spitfires take to the skies from the airfield where they first flew.
Punting on the River Cam
Relax on a Punt Tour of the river and take in the beautiful views of the college “Backs” – the ideal photo opportunity
Universities & Colleges
King's College - A gothic masterpiece with stunning stained glass
Trinity College - see the Great Court and Wren Library
St John's College - walk across the famous Bridge of Sighs
Clare College and Corpus Christi - picturesque colleges with lovely gardens
Museums and Galleries
Fitzwilliam Museum - Free to enter with impressive collections of art and antiquties
Museum of Archaeology and Anthropolgy - a fascinating look at world cultures and ancient artefacts
Kettle's Yard - a unique combination of modern art gallery and historic house
Shopping
If it’s shopping you are after Cambridge has it all. From some of the finest independent boutiques around, a seven day a week market
and all the high street brands you might expect. Located in three shopping centres -Grand Arcade, Lions Yard and The Grafton Centre
Unique Attractions
The Round Church - one of only four medieval round churches in England
Mathematical Bridge (at Queen's College) - an incredible wooden bridge designed with engineering precision
Ely Cathedral
(20 miles from the hotel)
Step back in time to explore this Anglican cathedral first built in 672 AD