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Cambridgeshire Private Tour -
Cambridgeshire Private Tour - The oldest part from the 12th century
The oldest part from the 12th century
Cambridgeshire Private Tour - sculpture by the rose garden
sculpture by the rose garden
Cambridgeshire Private Tour -
Cambridgeshire Private Tour - Inside the porch of the Abbey
Inside the porch of the Abbey

A Cambridgeshire Downtown Abbey, legacy of America's gilded age

Unique Experience
Cambridgeshire Tour Guide - Deborah M.

Joined 2025

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Cambridgeshire
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English (Native), French, Portuguese
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2 hrs 30 mins
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Private tour (only you and Deborah M.)
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Up to 6 people

This experience offers much to lovers of history, gardens and art alike. Anglesey Abbey, just like the fictional Downton Abbey, features a real life American heiress and inspired Cora, Lady Grantham in the TV/Films. It was her legacy, via her father, President of Standard Oil, reputed to be one of the wealthiest men in the U.S., associates of with the Rockefellers and British Royalty, that would bankroll the grand creation of her son, Huttleston Broughton.

Itinerary

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10:30 AM

Meeting Point

Reception entrance of Anglesey Abbey

- Buses from Cambridge bus station stop just outside the entrance, which is clearly marked.

10:30 AM

Show Gardens

Landscaped grounds with statuary

10:50 AM

Gardens with commentary

Hear the full story of Lord Fairhaven's American upbringing and how he followed his vision, creating a haven in the Fens - an uninspiring landscape and see how this was transformed into a much loved part of our Cambridgeshire heritage today

11:00 AM

Abbey House

Internal guided visit of the house- collection includes paintings by local and famous artists, price less objects, clocks and sculpture.

12:30 PM

Tour of the flower gardens

Prize roses and sculpture near the house and other gardens depending on the time of year visiting.

12:40 PM

Walking tour to restored water mill

Visit mill internally and enjoy the views and location

Ending Point

Reception entrance/exit - tea room/restaurant and shop

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guided tour of gardens, house and Mill

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What‘s not included

NATIONAL TRUST entrance ticket - £18 aprox.

Tour Important Information

This tour involves a fair bit of walking, at any easy pace. Ground is even and is wheelchair accessible.

There is seating at various locations throughout the gardens

Important message from the supplier

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My academic year end is end of May, so will be taking bookings from then onwards.

I prefer Mondays ( mornings), Wednesdays, Thursdays ( mornings), Friday afternoons and weekends, any time.

I run an annual Summer school event for all my students and others - this year it is on August 6th

Cancellation Policy

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Cambridgeshire Tour Guide - Deborah M.

Joined 2025

Deborah M.
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About Tour Guide Deborah M.

I am an art and architectural historian. I have worked at the National Gallery and other Museums in London and abroad. I moved to the University city of Cambridge over 35 years ago, lecturing at the University museums, researching and delivering a great variety of courses to locals and visitors alike in the adult sector.

Art is my passion that continues to feed my own learning, which I love to share with like minded people. I aim to entertain and educate but above all communicate my own sense of wonder and joy in the world around us. The redemptive power of creativity has never been more vital and desirable in our lives than it is today !

I am keen to motivate, challenge and engage, sharing my knowledge and experience with others. I have organised many short and extended trips around England and abroad for adult students to visit sights of artistic and historical interest over the last 25 years. I am indeed privileged to enjoy my role as a tour guide in such a unique city like Cambridge I have high expectations of myself and always aim to create a high quality, personalised experience for travellers. My reviews are all 5 star !

I have a B. A. in the History of Art with French, an M. A. in Material culture & the built environment, a P. G. C. E. in Art education in Art & Design & T. E. F. L.

I have trained town and museum guides locally. My research is ongoing and I am always writing the next chapter ! My tours will give you the benefit of my many years of knowledge and experience and as someone who understands the locality and will take you to the heart of its story. You already know the unique value of the authentic experience. You have arrived at Cambridge, your destination, but now the journey can truly begin, so let me reveal to you what makes this city worth visiting ! Hopefully you will depart enriched by the experience and excited to share your special memories back home.

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$320/ per group