Well worth a stop
Stopped here for 3 nights on our way back home and very glad we did so. The site is a basic CL with EHU, drinking water, grey and chemical water disposal all at a very reasonable cost. There are toilets and one shower available a short walk over at the Raptor Foundation and they are for exclusive use for the CL site and open 24 hours. A little in need of some TLC but a great bonus if you want a little more room than your own facilities allow.
The main attraction of this CL is, however, the raptors. Staying here will give you a reduction on entry to the Raptor Foundation and make sure you go - it is fascinating, you will not be disappointed. They have a huge number of birds of prey plus reptiles and meerkats. All rescued and lovingly cared for by the dedicated staff. There are informative 'meet the birds' sessions and flying displays - education and entertainment all in one.
Within easy reach by bike is St Ives - charming market town on the river with cafes, bars and restaurants. Supermarkets and Eric's Fish and Chips on the ring road around the town.
Hemingford Grey is a couple of miles on from St Ives. A chocolate box riverside thatched roof village with an "Intriguing Mediaeval Home" - The Manor -that is open to visitors but you do need to contact the owner to arrange your visit. We were fortunate enough to turn up just as a tour was starting and the lovely WI ladies graciously allowed us to share their visit. This is a lived in home, not a sanitised historical landmark and an absolute treat to learn about it's history and occupants. Oh, there is also a very good pub/restaurant in the village as well.
Another couple of miles further on is National Trust Houghton Mill but check the website for opening hours.
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