Sawston is a large pleasant village on the banks of the River Cam, in the county of Cambridgeshire home to just over seven thousand people, and is positioned a few miles from the borders of Essex, and close to the historical city of Cambridge. The village has an interesting history that dates as far back as the Bronze Age Settlers who first came here, and the Saxons, Romans and Tudors who followed and left their mark with a pleasing mix of houses and buildings from across the centuries. At the centre of the village stands the impressive 12th Century church of St Mary's which has a tower, time it right and the melodious sound of the bells may be heard. Behind the church there is a magnificent 16th Century Tudor Mansion with hidden Priest Holes, and fine wood panelling. The rich Industrial past led to the expansion of the village with Paper Milling and its Leather Factories leading the way, today's visitors will discover a wealth of shops to keep the hungriest of shoppers satisfied, pubs to try, and restaurants with tempting morsels on offer, or there is always the chance to stroll along the river bank of the Cam where Ducks, and Kingfishers are the order of the day.
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Places to Stay near Sawston
Holiday Inn Express M11 J10 (1.31 miles)
The Holiday Inn Express Cambridge Duxford hotel aims to be the premier choice for guests searching Cambridge hotels. The stylish Holiday Inn Express Cambridge Duxford offers 73 inviting guestrooms complete with flat screen TVs, crisp ... More | visit website
Travelodge Cambridge Fourwentways (2.24 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
High Green Lodge (2.43 miles)
Duxford Lodge (2.48 miles)
Duxford Lodge Hotel, built in the early part of the 1900s as a private house still retains some of its grandeur. All fifteen bedrooms are individually decorated to a high standard.
Surrounded by beautifully kept and ... More | visit website
Dorset House (2.69 miles)
Set in its own private grounds, this beautiful house is ideally situated in the peaceful village of Little Shelford, just 4 miles away from the historic university city of Cambridge. Awarded 4 stars by Visit Britain, ... More | visit website
Ayah Villa Guest House (3.55 miles)
Aylesbray Lodge (4.06 miles)
Offering a warm, friendly atmosphere and four-poster beds in some rooms, this family-run guest house has built its reputation on high standards of cleanliness and decoration.
Enjoy a superb breakfast and easy access to the M11, ... More | visit website
The Mowbray B&B (4.13 miles)
This bed and breakfast is convenient for Cambridge, a beautiful and picturesque city famous for the university and its historic buildings. The Mowbray is situated on the south side of the ring road, with easy access ... More | visit website
Bosworth B&B (4.17 miles)
Privately operated b&b-a quiet cul de sac modern house 3km from city centre.All rooms are modern,neautral decor,shared bathrooms,full use of kitchen,communal lounge with fax,tv,telephone 24/7 wi fi broadband.Offstreet parking for 6 cars -no frills warm,friendly ... More | visit website
Arnies Guest House (4.17 miles)
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