The Polar Museum, Scott Polar Research Institute
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Overview
Located within this international centre for polar studies, the museum has one of the best collections of journals, photographs, maps and even items of clothing that chronicle the most important Arctic and Antarctic expeditions ever undertaken. Special emphasis is placed on Captain Scott and on the exploration of the Northwest Passage. Other exhibits include Inuit work and the art of the polar regions, as well as displays on current scientific exploration. The museum has a regular programme of exhibitions in addition to its permanent displays. Public lectures run from October to December and February to April.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open Tue-Sat 10-4 & BH Mons. Please call 01223 336540 or check website for further details
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Children
About the area
To the west of East Anglia is Cambridgeshire, a county best known as the home to the university that makes up the second half of ‘Oxbridge’ (the other half is Oxford). As well as its globally renowned educational credentials, it also has a rich natural history; much of its area is made up of reclaimed or untouched fens.
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Mrs Andrews
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Mrs Andrews Cottage
Mrs Andrews is an end-of-terrace Victorian house, built in 1877. It’s light and bright, and has its own small private terrace garden. Mrs Andrews is very close to the River Cam and you’...
Ashley Hotel
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