Cambridge & County Folk Museum

2/3 Castle Street
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
CB3 0AQ

Tel: +44 (0)1223 355 159
Email: info@folkmuseum.org.uk
Web: http://www.folkmuseum.org.uk


Step inside the ancient White Horse Inn and drink in the past with the people of town and fen, college and market.

The Museum holds a social history collection about the life and times of Cambridge and Cambridgeshire people. The museum has recently re-opened following refurbishment and revelopment. There is now a lift to all floors and disabled facilities. Visitors can explore 8 permanent display rooms, an education room, a temporary exhibition space and the cobbled courtyard.

The museum also provides children's activities on Saturdays and in the school holidays as well as educational visits and activities for schools.Please contact Claire Jordan, Education Officer, at the Museum.

 

Opening Times
(2008 times)
April to September:
Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 5.00pm. Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pmLast admission 4.30pm.

October to March:
Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am - 5.00pm. Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm.

Closed: Christmas Eve to New Year's Day inclusive.

Admission Charges
(2008 prices)
Adult £3.50; Concession £2.00; Child £1.00; Child under 5yrs Free.
One Child admitted free with every paying adult.

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