Huntingdonshire
Properties and events in Huntingdonshire
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"Churchyard Cemeteries and the Victorians – Black Feathers to Black Underwear" - Heritage Talk
Join Kevin Varty at Huntingdon Town Hall for a talk on Churchyard Cemeteries and the Victorians “Black Feathers to Black Underwear”, discussing the role of the colour black, and the impact of the Queen Victoria in mourning traditions.
Alconbury Weald | Cold War Avionics Building Tour
Discover the history of the unique Cold-War-era military bunker at Alconbury Weald.
All Saints Parish Church, St Ives
This is an early 15th century church built over the original Saxon church in the village of Slepe (the former name of St Ives). It has the unique, annual custom of Bible Dicing dating from 1679. It also has an interesting WW1-era history.
Holt Island Nature Reserve
Open from 10am to 4pm At 11 am and again at 2 pm, Keith Grimwade will be leading guided tours (about 45 minutes) of the Island, to point out its flora, fauna and history. Meet by The Holt (the hut) on the island. No booking needed.
Huntingdon Town Hall Tours
Discover the beautifully restored Grade II* Listed Georgian Town Hall, situated in the heart of Huntingdon on the Market Square. As a former Court House, the Town Hall is full of character, history and unique original features.
Medieval Bridge and Chapel, St Ives
For almost a thousand years the medieval bridge over the River Great Ouse was the only access from the south into St Ives for travellers, pilgrims and traders. The Chapel of St Leger in the centre of the bridge is one of only four in England.
Prayer & Education Centre of St Ives & Hunts
Visitor access is to the Mosque entrance and public hall. There is no admittance to the prayer area. The colourful tiles as you enter represent the most important cities: at the top left is Medina, top right is Mecca.
Priory Road Cemetery Open Day
Explore the historic Priory Road Cemetery and Chapel on Saturday 20th September from 10am to 1pm. View cemetery records dating back to the 1850s, or seek help tracing family interments.
Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse
Once an island in the Fens, this charming former gatehouse is all that remains of the oldest English and once great Benedictine abbey at Ramsey.
Ramsey Abbey Walled Kitchen Garden
Visit a restored Victorian Kitchen Garden planted with vegetables, trained fruit trees and flower borders. We also have a magnificent Victorian style greenhouse with a display of Cambridgeshire heritage apples and history of Abbey House.
Rothschild Bungalow
Celebrate Woodwalton Fen NNR, birthplace of modern wildlife conservation. Step inside and look around the historic Rothschild Bungalow, and explore this beautiful reserve of rare ancient fenland.
Sacred Heart Church
What links St. Stephen's Tower, home of BIG BEN, with Wilburton Manor, the Chapel at Jesus College Cambridge and Sacred Heart Church ? The answer is 'Pugin's Little Gem' on Needingworth Road.
Self-Guided Tour Of St Ives (Cambs) Architectural Landmarks - From Cromwell’s statue, Market Hill
First of three short self-guided tours of the architecture of some of St Ives' key buildings. Start at Cromwell's statue, then walk along Market Hill. Download the HODS Tour Map here https://www.stivescivic.org.uk/events/heritage-open-day/
Self-Guided Tour Of St Ives (Cambs) Architectural Landmarks - From The Bridge To The Quay
Self-guided tour of the architecture of some of St Ives' key buildings. The medieval Barnack stone bridge leads to Bridge St. to the north, London Rd. to the south, and The Quay along the river. The Tour Map is here https://tinyurl.com/mpfj3ccx
Self-Guided Tour Of St Ives (Cambs) Architectural Landmarks - From The Waits to Ramsey Road
Tour the architecture of some of St Ives many beautiful historic buildings. On this tour, we focus on just four from the 18th and 20th centuries – also the 21st! Download the Tour Map here https://www.stivescivic.org.uk/events/heritage-open-day/
St Ives Masonic Hall
We are a charitable organisation that gives to charities nationally, internationally and locally.
St Ives Methodist Church
The Church has recently been refurbished. There is a textile hanging in the Church completed during Covid, designed and executed by the textile artist Gail Lawther.
St Ives Town Hall
On the first floor of the Town Hall the Council Chamber will be open, where you can hear the history and see the Civic Regalia.
St Mary's Church, Buckden
Visit this superb Grade I listed church dating from the 13th century in a beautiful setting adjacent to the 15th century Buckden Palace in the centre of this historic village. There will be a unique church tour at 3.00pm on Sunday 21st Sept. 2025.
St Peter's Church, Offord Darcy, St Neots
St Peters Church offers much of interest to all visitors. This Grade I listed building boasts the four styles of medieval church architecture and is full of historical interest. It will be 900 years old in five years time.