Pike & Eel Marina

The marina sits on the water's edge about three miles east of Cambridge, where the Cam widens into something resembling a proper lake. You'll find rowing boats, fishing spots, and the sort of peaceful waterside activity that makes you wonder why you don't get out here more often. It's not dramatic - no cliffs or woodland walks - but there's something genuinely restorative about watching the water and the occasional punt drift past.

This is really for people who want to mess about on the water or simply sit with a coffee and decompress. Anglers know it well; the pike fishing has a decent reputation locally. If you're staying at nearby Long Island Lake holiday park, Pike & Eel makes a natural extension to your day - combine the two and you've got a full afternoon sorted without leaving the area. Kids might enjoy it for half an hour, but they won't be entertained for hours unless you've brought a rod or booked a boat.

Unfortunately, details on admission, opening hours, and facilities are thin on the ground, so ring ahead before you make the drive. Cambridge itself is close enough that you could easily pop in for lunch, then return here for the afternoon if the mood takes. On a decent day it's genuinely lovely. On a grey one, you might find yourself back in town within 20 minutes.