Book a holiday rental for your Great Shelford getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Great Shelford with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Great Shelford
Are you searching for things to do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that Great Shelford has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Gog Magog Golf Club (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- National Stud (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Chilford Hall Vineyard (6.4 mi / 10.2 km)
- Cambridgeshire Golf Club (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
- Raptor Foundation (16.7 mi / 26.9 km)
- Ely City Golf Club (17 mi / 27.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Great Shelford
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Great Shelford is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- University Botanic Gardens (3.1 mi / 5.1 km)
- Parker's Piece (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- The River Cam (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Wimpole Estate (7.8 mi / 12.6 km)
- Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- Wandlebury Country Park (2.2 mi / 3.5 km)
How to get to and around Great Shelford
Fly into Cambridge (CBG), the closest airport, located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into London (STN-Stansted), which is 18.7 mi (30 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, the main station is Shelford Station.