The Red Lion Hotel dates back to the 13th century and features wooden beams hand-carved by Carmelite monks. The inn is situated in Whittlesford Bridge, just 2 miles from Duxford, and offers elegant rooms with Hypnos beds. Guests can enjoy home-cooked, locally sourced food in the dining room. The oak-beamed bar serves real ales, and there is a cosy lounge area with real log fires and free Wi-Fi. Live folk music is often held in the bar. The individually designed rooms have luxury feather bedding and a flat-screen TV. There is also an iPod docking station, and all rooms have a private modern bathroom with a power shower. The Red Lion Hotel is situated just 6 miles south of historic Cambridge and 8 miles from Saffron Walden. The nearby Whittlesford Parkway Rail Station offers rail services to Cambridge and London.