English Heritage sites near Buckden Parish
BUSHMEAD PRIORY
6 miles from Buckden Parish
Bushmead Priory is a rare survival of the complete refectory of an Augustinian priory, with a fine timber roof and notable 14th century wall paintings.
CHICHELE COLLEGE
14 miles from Buckden Parish
The gatehouse, chapel and other remains of a communal residence for priests serving the parish church, founded by locally-born Archbishop Chichele before 1425. Regularly used for events, and art and heritage exhibitions.
DENNY ABBEY AND THE FARMLAND MUSEUM
19 miles from Buckden Parish
Denny Abbey has a unique and fascinating history still traceable in the building and interpreted for visitors by graphic panels.
LONGTHORPE TOWER
19 miles from Buckden Parish
Longthorpe Tower displays one of the most complete and important sets of 14th century domestic wall paintings in northern Europe.
APETHORPE PALACE
20 miles from Buckden Parish
Stately Apethorpe Palace, owned by Elizabeth I, then favourite Royal residence for James I and Charles I, has one of the country's most complete Jacobean interiors.
HOUGHTON HOUSE
20 miles from Buckden Parish
Houghton House today is the shell of a 17th century mansion commanding magnificent views, reputedly the inspiration for the ‘House Beautiful’ in John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress.
Churches in Buckden Parish
St Mary's Buckden
Church Street
Buckden
Cambridge
07792 128503
We are a friendly village church with an active congregation of all ages.
We run a variety of services and events throughout the year. Something for everyone, we hope. The church is open every day and visitors are always welcome. Our Living Stones Room is available for hire.
Our main services are on Sunday at 11am (CW Holy Communion) and Wednesday 9.30am (BCP Holy Communion). See calendar for additional Sunday Services.
Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer are said at 9am and 5pm Monday to Thursday.
There is Bible Study on the last Monday of every month. Every month we offer Coffee and Cakes on the first Saturday (10am - noon) and host a Community Cafe on the second Wednesday (2.30 - 4pm).
Our group activities include Sunday Club and youth@thetowers for the children/youth; a monthly Men's Breakfast; Angel Voices for the singers; bell-ringers; Getting Active for those who like to walk; Bible Study.
Details of all services and events can be found on our A Church Near You page and you can also find us on facebook St Mary's Buckden or twitter @A1churchbuckden
Pubs in Buckden Parish
Buckden Village Club
Burberry Road, Buckden, PE19 5UY
(01480) 810096
buckdenvillageclub.co.uk
Falcon
Falcon, Buckden
George Hotel
37 High Street, Buckden, PE19 5XA
(01480) 812300
thegeorgebuckden.com
Lion Hotel
High Street, Buckden, PE19 5XA
(01480) 810313
thelionbuckden.com
Spread Eagle
Coaching inn, early C18 main range of painted brick and plastered timber-frame with a cartway linking a C17 timber-framed and plastered cross-wing to the north. Plain tile roofs. Two storeys. Street facade to main range has three first floo...
Vine
Originally an 18th century inn on the route of old North road and boasted a large number coaching inns. Buckden Towers an old fortified Manor House is just down the road. This pub continues to be a lively, friendly community local with a go...
Waterside Leisure Club
Mill Road, Buckden, PE19 5QS
(01480) 810355
waterside-leisure.co.uk