Cambridgeshire: Cheap and free things to do this January

The article lists inexpensive and free activities across Cambridgeshire, noting free museums in Cambridge and the self-guided Eel Trail in Ely (a free map is available from the tourist centre at Oliver Cromwell's House).

Many people look for low-cost activities in January. The article gathers cheap or free options across Cambridgeshire that can fit a tighter budget. It highlights museums, walks, charity shops and local heritage trails. Details include specific sites and small fees where they apply. Notable options: - Ely Eel Trail: a self-guided heritage and art walk through picturesque parts of Ely, featuring an eel sculpture in Jubilee Gardens; a free map is available from the tourist centre at Oliver Cromwell's House. - Cambridge museums: several are free to enter, including the Fitzwilliam Museum on Trumpington Street and the Polar Museum, which focus on art, natural history and polar exploration. - Emmaus Cambridge: described as a hidden gem in a "secret garden" in Landbeach, the charity shop offers clothes and household items and supports people who have experienced homelessness. - Grantchester walk: a recommended walk from Cambridge through Grantchester Meadows to the village of Grantchester, with the Orchard Tea Rooms noted as a local stop. - Peterborough Cathedral: described as embodying over 1,400 years of history and architectural features; entry to the cathedral is free and a highlights tour is reported to cost £6.47, and the tomb of Katherine of Aragon is a noted feature. Summary: These suggestions present a range of low-cost and free leisure choices across Cambridgeshire, from museums and heritage trails to countryside walks and charity shops. Undetermined at this time.