Farmland Museum & Denny Abbey

Ely Road
Waterbeach
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
CB5 9PQ


At the Farmland Museum

Discover farming through the ages and learn about the rural history of Cambridgeshire. Visit a village shop, kitchen and dairy. See a stunning 17th century stone barn and the workshops, which include a wheelwright and cooper. Say hello to our chickens. Try the many hands-on activities especially designed with children in mind; dress up as a farm worker, investigate the mystery objects and more.

At Denny Abbey

Explore this lovely abbey still featuring superb Norman interiors. At different times, it housed Benedictine Monks, the Knights Templar and nuns of the Franciscan order, the Poor Clares. See the Franciscan nun's refectory of the mid 14th century and the rooms converted for their founder, the Countess of Pembroke. Learn how Denny has evolved through the centuries with our displays and children's activities.
Other Information:
  • Gift shop
  • Café at weekend - light luncheons and teas
  • Disabled toilet and baby changing
  • Car and coach parking
  • Wheelchair access ok in Museum but restricted in Abbey and Farmworkers Cottage.
  • Wheelchairs available
  • Schools are welcome all year round, morning and afternoon - at the Museum an Education Officer provides a variety of workshops for children at key stage1 and 2 or special needs groups of any age.

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    1st April to 31st October 12.00pm - 5.00pm daily.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Adult £4.00; Concesion £3.00; Children £1.70; Under 5yrs Free.
    There is reduced entry to the Museum for English Heritage members.

    Directions
    On A10 Ely to Cambridge road approx. 5 miles north of Cambridge.
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