The Historic Market Town St.Ives
St. Ives
The town of St. Ives began life as "Slepe", which means "muddy" in Anglo-Saxon! That says all that needs to be said about the town's location on the edge of the Great Fen.
The name was changed to St. Ives after the body of St. Ivo was found near here in 1001. A local farmer ploughing his fields unearthed a stone coffin, which was identified confidently by church authorities as that of St. Ivo, a native of the town. The priory of St. Ivo was founded hastily on the spot where the saint's body was found and pilgrims flocking to the spot made donations to the priory.
The influx of travelers necessitated a bridge across the Ouse, which was built of wood. In the early 15th century this bridge was rebuilt in stone, and a two-story chapel was added in 1426. After the dissolution of the priory under Henry VIII the former prior was allowed to live in the chapel and it became a house. The chapel had several more floors added in 1736, but these were removed in 1930. Today the bridge and chapel are the most recognizable symbols of this pleasant town.
For 5 years between 1631 and 1636 Oliver Cromwell lived in St. Ives, where he attempted to make a go of being a yeoman farmer. A minor inheritance relieved Cromwell of the need to till the soil, and he moved to Ely. Despite this, the town retains a strong identity with Cromwell. A statue of the Lord Protector stands in the Market Place.
Click on the followin link for more on St. Ives: http://www.stives-town.info/
The town of St. Ives began life as "Slepe", which means "muddy" in Anglo-Saxon! That says all that needs to be said about the town's location on the edge of the Great Fen.
The name was changed to St. Ives after the body of St. Ivo was found near here in 1001. A local farmer ploughing his fields unearthed a stone coffin, which was identified confidently by church authorities as that of St. Ivo, a native of the town. The priory of St. Ivo was founded hastily on the spot where the saint's body was found and pilgrims flocking to the spot made donations to the priory.
The influx of travelers necessitated a bridge across the Ouse, which was built of wood. In the early 15th century this bridge was rebuilt in stone, and a two-story chapel was added in 1426. After the dissolution of the priory under Henry VIII the former prior was allowed to live in the chapel and it became a house. The chapel had several more floors added in 1736, but these were removed in 1930. Today the bridge and chapel are the most recognizable symbols of this pleasant town.
For 5 years between 1631 and 1636 Oliver Cromwell lived in St. Ives, where he attempted to make a go of being a yeoman farmer. A minor inheritance relieved Cromwell of the need to till the soil, and he moved to Ely. Despite this, the town retains a strong identity with Cromwell. A statue of the Lord Protector stands in the Market Place.
Click on the followin link for more on St. Ives: http://www.stives-town.info/
GRAFFAM WATER
A short distance from the pub lies Graffam Water a great day out for all the family boasting
water sports, picnic areas, fishing with tackle shops nearby, 10 mile cycle track around the lake with bike hire if you dont have your own cycles or of course just for a leisurely stroll.
water sports, picnic areas, fishing with tackle shops nearby, 10 mile cycle track around the lake with bike hire if you dont have your own cycles or of course just for a leisurely stroll.
BRAMPTON GOLF CLUB
Set in the heart of East Anglia and reputedly one of the finest courses in the United Kingdom
Brampton Park Golf Club lies in beautiful parkland with mature trees, lots of attractive water features and naturally contoured greens, the golf club has also been the home of the
''East Anglian Open'' for over five years.
Brampton Park Golf Club lies in beautiful parkland with mature trees, lots of attractive water features and naturally contoured greens, the golf club has also been the home of the
''East Anglian Open'' for over five years.
HISTORIC RAMSEY
The historic market-town of Ramsey is a few miles North-East of Huntingdon and 10 miles South East of Peterborough. Remains of a former Benedictine abbey can be found at the Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse (National Trust Property) at the South Eastern edge of Ramsey.
The town is also the host of the annual 1940s weekend held every August at nearby Upwood on the old airfield, So realistic is this event and so enthusiastic are the people who take part in it you would be forgiven for thinking that you had been transported back in time.
The town is also the host of the annual 1940s weekend held every August at nearby Upwood on the old airfield, So realistic is this event and so enthusiastic are the people who take part in it you would be forgiven for thinking that you had been transported back in time.
HUNTINGDON RACECOURSE
Huntingdon Racecourse is less than 5 minutes from Huntingdon in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside. Home to 19 Jump race meetings, spanning 9 months of the year.
The venue has been voted the best small racecourse in East Anglia & The South Midlands by
The Racegoers Club.
The venue has been voted the best small racecourse in East Anglia & The South Midlands by
The Racegoers Club.
HUNTINGDON (THE COUNTY TOWN)
Huntingdon is a rapidly developing town. The town has a wide variety of retailers including Sainsbury's, Waitrose,Costa Coffee, Starbucks, Argos, Burtons, The Pound Shop and more mobile phone and greetings card shops than you could ever want. Huntingdon was also the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell
DAYLOCK MARINA
Daylock Marine Services at The Meadow, Banks End, Houghton and Wyton, PE28 2AA Telephone: 01480 455989
Daylock Marine Services is a small riverside marina with facilites, including a crane, to maintain private river craft. The yard can handle light engineering, welding, pressure washing and antifouling. There is limited space for out of the water over wintering.
The yard has its own Cafe and Bar which makes it a nice place to work on your boat or just
relax by the riverside with a drink and a snack
DAY BOAT HIRE
There are half a dozen family day boats available for hire from Daylock Marine Services. Prices start from around £20 per hour to £120 for the entire day, you will need to provide a £25 fuel deposit but the yard will provide life jackets so it's a fair swap. It is recommended that you book in advance if you don't want to be disappointed. Visit us at http://www.daylockmarine.com/
Daylock Marine Services is a small riverside marina with facilites, including a crane, to maintain private river craft. The yard can handle light engineering, welding, pressure washing and antifouling. There is limited space for out of the water over wintering.
The yard has its own Cafe and Bar which makes it a nice place to work on your boat or just
relax by the riverside with a drink and a snack
DAY BOAT HIRE
There are half a dozen family day boats available for hire from Daylock Marine Services. Prices start from around £20 per hour to £120 for the entire day, you will need to provide a £25 fuel deposit but the yard will provide life jackets so it's a fair swap. It is recommended that you book in advance if you don't want to be disappointed. Visit us at http://www.daylockmarine.com/
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