Hotels in Huntingdon

Nestled in the heart of Cambridgeshire, Huntingdon is an enchanting market town brimming with history. King John's charter, Oliver Cromwell's birthplace and a charming medieval bridge standing over the graceful River Great Ouse, all contribute to weaving the town’s magical tale.

Whether you're a family in search of an educational trip down memory lane, a group of friends pursuing an adventurous outing, or a couple yearning for the tranquillity of idyllic riverside walks, Huntingdon has it all. Find your perfect base in any of our versatile hotels spread across the town, fitting every budget and occasion. Begin exploring with LycaFly today.

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The historical saga of Huntingdon began with the Anglo-Saxons and Danes, first making its entrance into records in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle in 921. Gifted with a town charter by King John in 1205, Huntingdon evolved into a prosperous market town, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. The town added another feather in its cap as the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell in 1599, who later went on to represent the town as its Member of Parliament.

Notably, the town's booming era as a bridging point over the River Great Ouse in the 18th and 19th centuries has rendered it well-preserved heritage landmarks. Among these jewels, Huntingdon's castle site, an ancient monument sheltered by time, and a medieval bridge, once the primary route of Ermine Street over the river, command particular attention. The story of the town is not all about monuments alone, for the iconic Huntingdon Elm, a unique elm-tree cultivar, also hails back to its remarkable history.

Today, Huntingdon, with 19 town councillors elected quadrennially under the local governance of Huntingdonshire District Council and Cambridgeshire County Council, serves as an active hub for education, transport and varied industries.

When to visit Huntingdon

Immersing oneself into Huntingdon's history and beauty is a year-round affair, but the town truly awakens to its glory, offering the best weather during June, July, and August. Yet, if avoiding the buzzing crowd is your preference, the months of March, April, and September, encompassing the Spring and a fragment of Autumn, tend to promise the lowest chances of precipitation. For budding travellers seeking deals, Spring is also the time when tourism ebbs, making it the perfect weather to delve into the treasures of Huntingdon.

However, September, blooming in the fullness of an English summer, is admittedly the most popular among tourists, with the ranks filled by July and February. Every season unfurls its unique colours in Huntingdon, with diverse temperatures and precipitation levels catering to every kind of visitor.

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