Cambridge - An English Dream

Monday

We make our way to the Holiday Inn Hotel, Cambridge for our 4-night stay. On arrival we have tea, coffee and biscuits. We enjoy a glass of wine with our dinner this evening.

Tuesday

The day out begins with a drive to Newmarket - Home of Horseracing. Here we visit the superb National Horseracing Centre and learn all about the history of ‘The Sport of Kings’. We continue to the historic City of Ely, with its splendid array of medieval buildings and narrow streets. Ely’s main attraction is the magnificent cathedral, known as ‘The Ship of the Fens’.

Wednesday

This morning we are off to the famous University City of Cambridge. Here we have free time to explore before heading back to the hotel in the afternoon for our cream tea.

Thursday

We travel south to visit the Roman City of St. Albans, where today is market day. At the city’s historic core, you will find the stunning cathedral - dating back to 1077, well worth a visit, and the award-winning Verulamium Museum will give you an eye-opening insight into Roman life.

Friday

Departing our hotel we return via the magnificent Shuttleworth Collection - The world-renowned collection of over 150 historic aircraft and vehicles, spanning the last 100 years, located at the Old Warden Aerodrome. Some of the most notable aircraft are the five Edwardian aeroplanes, of which one is the oldest British aeroplane still in flying condition.